Daily Recap: Sport — 11 August 2026

The sports day mixes power, spectacle and disruption: a political intervention reaches into soccer governance, major North American leagues tee up headline-grabbing moves, and off-field developments compete with results on the field. Baseball supplies the clearest action, while i...

Donald Trump publicly backs FIFA president Gianni Infantino and warns the organization against replacing him. Trump says removing Infantino would be a serious mistake that could damage FIFA’s future success and profitability, tying his argument to what he describes as momentum and gains achieved after a highly successful World Cup.

LeBron James is set to begin his Philadelphia 76ers tenure on NBA opening night against the defending champion New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. The matchup is scheduled for Oct. 20 and anchors a nationally televised start to the season, giving the league an immediate marquee game with one of its biggest stars in a new uniform.

IPL player Abishek Porel is arrested in West Bengal in a case alleging rape and criminal intimidation. Police act on a complaint from a woman who says she is a medical student from Karnataka and accuses the Bengal wicketkeeper, who plays for Delhi Capitals, of sexual violence and threats.

Ravens cornerback Nate Wiggins leaves practice on a cart after suffering an apparent left-leg injury during Tuesday’s session. The injury occurs about an hour into practice, raising concern for Baltimore’s secondary as the team awaits a clearer assessment of the lower-body issue.

The Mets beat the Braves 8-5 behind an explosive first inning led by Brett Baty’s first career grand slam. Francisco Lindor also provides home run power, and New York adds enough offense later in the game to hold Atlanta off and secure the road win at Truist Park.

Kodai Senga earns the first save of his major league career by throwing a scoreless ninth inning in the Mets’ win over the Braves. The moment carries a small twist after the souvenir ball from the milestone is thrown into the stands, adding an unusual footnote to New York’s night.

Derek Carr joins UCLA football as a special adviser to first-year head coach Bob Chesney. The former NFL quarterback moves into a staff role after approaching the program, giving the Bruins an experienced voice with professional credentials as the new coaching regime shapes its setup.

Cristiano Ronaldo marries Georgina Rodriguez in a civil ceremony in Portugal. The couple, together for years, share images showing wedding rings, confirming a personal milestone for one of football’s most recognizable figures.