Germany's national football team wears white kits due to historical ties to Prussia, whose flag prominently featured white. Despite Prussia's dissolution in 1932, the German team retained these colors. The article highlights Germany's football achievements and their upcoming match against the Netherlands.

England's women's football team is preparing to start their World Cup campaign with a match against Haiti. Since winning the European Championship a year ago, the team has undergone changes, including injuries to key players and retirements. The article focuses on the debate between two writers, Ryan Sidle and Ella Scott, about who should be the starting striker for England, Alessia Russo or Rachel Daly. Russo, who recently moved from Manchester United to Arsenal, is praised for her past performance and versatility on the field. Daly, who plays for Aston Villa, is highlighted for her impressive goal-scoring record, including winning the Golden Boot in the Women's Super League. The article discusses the strengths of both players and their potential impact on England's World Cup chances.

The article previews the Women's World Cup, highlighting the USA as the favorites and Megan Rapinoe's potential retirement. It assesses the chances of all 32 teams, with detailed analysis on their recent performances and key players. Panama and the Philippines are considered least likely to succeed, while the USA, England, and Spain are seen as top contenders. The article emphasizes the impact of home advantage for Australia and discusses the challenges faced by Spain's team due to internal conflicts. Key players from various teams, such as Sam Kerr of Australia and England's Lucy Bronze, are mentioned as pivotal to their teams' success.

The article features an interview with former footballer Thomas Hitzlsperger, known as 'Der Hammer' for his powerful long-range shots. Hitzlsperger discusses his career, starting from his youth at Bayern Munich to his time in the Premier League with Aston Villa, where he earned his nickname. He also talks about his loan to Chesterfield, his experiences with various managers, and teammates like Gareth Southgate. The German midfielder reflects on his later stints at West Ham and Everton, which were marred by injuries, leading to his early retirement at 31. Despite a somewhat disappointing end to his time at Aston Villa, Hitzlsperger holds no regrets and cherishes the memories and friendships from his time in Birmingham. The article concludes by emphasizing the lasting impact Hitzlsperger's nickname and playing style had on fans, ensuring that 'the streets will never forget Der Hammer'.

The article discusses the lack of support for Spanish footballer Jenni Hermoso following her sexual assault by Luis Rubiales, the head of the Spanish FA. Despite the Spanish women's team's World Cup victory, the celebration has been overshadowed by Rubiales' actions and the inadequate response from the football community. Sarina Wiegman, the winner of the Women's Coach of the Year award, dedicated her award to the Spanish team and highlighted the need for progress in women's football and society. The article criticizes the silence of male figures in football and contrasts it with the support shown to Benjamin Mendy after his acquittal of rape charges. It also condemns Rubiales' statement, which attempted to portray himself as a victim and an advocate for feminism, as gaslighting and misogyny.

Wrestling is described as an art form encompassing beauty, comedy, theatre, and live-action combat. The article pays tribute to Windham Rotunda, known as Bray Wyatt, who passed away at 36, leaving behind four children. Rotunda's career highlights include his time as part of the Wyatt Family and his creation of the character 'The Fiend.' The article reflects on the emotional impact of wrestling and Rotunda's creative genius, emphasizing the love and hope that wrestling brings to its fans.

A gym goer, Shane William Ryan, was sentenced to 19 months in jail after attacking another gym member with a 20kg weight, despite initially claiming it was an accident. The incident, which occurred in 2020 near Darwin, Australia, resulted in the victim suffering a fractured skull and other injuries. Ryan later pleaded guilty, and the judge did not believe his claim of an accidental trip. The victim chose to remain anonymous and did not inform his parents to avoid causing them stress. Ryan refused a mental health assessment and did not provide a reason for the attack.

Arsenal and Barcelona released a promotional video for their upcoming pre-season friendly in the US, featuring players Bukayo Saka, Gabriele Martinelli, Pedri, and Aleix Balde. The video was poorly received by fans, who criticized it for being cringeworthy and lacking enthusiasm. The article also mentions Arsenal's recent loss to Manchester United and some internal conflicts among Arsenal fans during a match.

IShowSpeed, an American social media personality, was thrilled to meet Neymar following a pre-season friendly between Paris Saint-Germain and Al Nassr. Neymar, who has been sidelined due to injury and has faced criticism from PSG fans, did not play in the match that ended in a 0-0 draw. Despite rumors of a transfer and personal issues, Neymar's high wages have made a move difficult. IShowSpeed also attended Lionel Messi's first game in America for Inter Miami, expressing support for Messi during the match.