Bangladesh and Turkey have signed a comprehensive memorandum of understanding aimed at enhancing bilateral cooperation in the field of sports. The agreement, described as a historic step in international sports diplomacy, was signed by Bangladesh’s State Minister for Youth and Sports Md. Aminul Haque and Turkey’s Minister of Youth and Sports Osman Aşkın Bak. It seeks to promote youth development, exchange of professional athletic experience, and modernization of sports management between the two nations.

Under the memorandum, both countries will establish a multifaceted framework for sharing knowledge and expertise in organizing and financing major sporting events. Senior officials and experts will conduct reciprocal visits to exchange experiences, while both sides will share technical information and educational materials on world-class sports infrastructure management. The agreement also emphasizes social inclusion, committing to improved sports facilities and support programs for persons with disabilities.

Officials expect the partnership to strengthen friendly relations between Bangladesh and Turkey and enhance the performance of athletes from both countries, fostering deeper cultural ties through sports.

Bangladesh made history by defeating Pakistan by 104 runs in the first Test of a two-match series at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur. Led by captain Najmul Hossain Shanto, the hosts secured their first-ever home Test win against Pakistan, taking a 1–0 lead in the series. The victory followed Bangladesh’s earlier success in Rawalpindi, where they had won two consecutive Tests in 2024.

Pacer Nahid Rana claimed his maiden five-wicket haul, helping Bangladesh bowl out Pakistan for 163 runs in their second innings. Despite a promising start at 119 for four, Pakistan lost their last seven wickets for just 44 runs. Abdullah Fazal top-scored for the visitors with 66, while Salman Agha added 26. For Bangladesh, Shanto scored 87 in the second innings, supported by Mominul Haque’s 56.

With this result, Bangladesh took a 1–0 lead in the two-Test series, marking a milestone in their cricket history and boosting confidence ahead of the second Test.

Argentina has announced a 55-member preliminary squad for the upcoming World Cup, which begins in one month. Coach Lionel Scaloni’s list includes both experienced players and several newcomers, with Lionel Messi retained as part of the group. The Argentine Football Association released the squad officially, from which the final 26 players will later be selected. Only players from this list can replace any injured members before the tournament starts.

Among the surprises is River Plate’s young goalkeeper Santiago Beltrán, who joins a group of six goalkeepers but faces tough competition from established names like Emiliano Martínez, Gerónimo Rulli, and Juan Musso. In defense, Argentina faces some concern as Nahuel Molina is recovering from a muscle injury expected to take three weeks. To cover for him, Scaloni included Agustín Giay and Kevin Mac Allister. Boca Juniors’ Lautaro Di Lollo and Getafe’s Zaid Romero were also unexpected inclusions.

In midfield and attack, several new players have been called up for the first time, including Boca Juniors’ Milton Delgado and Tomás Aranda, whom Scaloni described as a remarkable discovery.

The Bangladesh women's football team defeated Thailand’s Kasem Bundit FC 2–0 in a preparatory match held in Thailand. The match was part of the team’s intensive training program ahead of the eighth SAFF Women’s Championship, scheduled from May 25 to June 5. The defending champions, who won the last two editions, are aiming for a third consecutive title.

Coach Peter Butler emphasized midfield control and tested his players during the closed-door match. He focused on improving coordination between midfielders and defenders, refining finishing, and strengthening set-piece execution. The team has been training continuously for three days before the match.

Bangladesh will play another warm-up game on May 13 before traveling to Goa, India, on May 21 for the tournament. Placed in Group B, Bangladesh will face hosts India and the Maldives, beginning their title defense against the Maldives on May 29 and playing India on May 31.

Arsenal defeated West Ham United 1-0 in a tense Premier League match at London Stadium on May 11, 2026. The decisive goal came in the 83rd minute when Leandro Trossard converted a low shot from a Martin Ødegaard pass. In stoppage time, West Ham’s equalizer was disallowed after a VAR review confirmed a foul on Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya, securing a crucial win for Mikel Arteta’s side.

With this victory, Arsenal reached 79 points after 36 matches, extending their lead over Manchester City, who have 74 points from 35 games. The result also deepened West Ham’s relegation worries. Arsenal had dominated much of the match, creating several chances and appealing unsuccessfully for a penalty in the second half before finally breaking through.

Elsewhere, Burnley drew with Aston Villa, Crystal Palace shared points with Everton, and Nottingham Forest tied with Newcastle in other Premier League fixtures of the night.

Barcelona secured their 29th La Liga title by defeating archrival Real Madrid 2-0 in El Clasico on May 11, 2026. The victory, achieved with three matches remaining, ensured the Catalan club’s second consecutive league triumph under coach Hansi Flick. Goals from Marcus Rashford and Ferran Torres in the first half sealed the win, leaving Barcelona 14 points clear at the top of the table and mathematically out of Real Madrid’s reach.

The match carried emotional weight for Flick, who received news of his father’s death just before kickoff. Both teams wore black armbands and observed a minute of silence before the game. After the final whistle, Barcelona players and staff celebrated on the pitch, lifting the La Liga trophy before their home supporters at Camp Nou.

This was only the second time in La Liga history that an El Clasico result directly determined the league champion. Flick, who replaced Xavi Hernández in 2024, has now guided Barcelona to five trophies in two seasons, including two La Liga titles, two Spanish Supercopas, and one Copa del Rey. The club also set a new record by scoring in 55 consecutive matches.

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has announced that England will not play any bilateral cricket series against Afghanistan outside of ICC tournaments. The decision, confirmed by ECB chairman Richard Thompson, comes in protest against the Taliban government’s restrictions on Afghan women, including bans on secondary and higher education and on women’s cricket. Thompson stated that the ECB does not find it appropriate to maintain sporting relations with a regime that enforces such prohibitions.

The move follows a similar stance taken earlier by Australia, which also refused to play Afghanistan in bilateral matches for the same reason. Under Taliban rule, women in Afghanistan have been barred from participating in sports, and the country’s female cricketers have faced persecution. Many of them have fled abroad, with several now living as refugees in Australia.

The ECB emphasized that its decision reflects its commitment to supporting women’s rights and freedom in sports, using its independence to opt out of the potential Test Championship series against Afghanistan.

The Bangladesh Cricket Board has announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026. The most notable inclusion is Taj Nehar, while Sharmin Sultana, who played in the recent Sri Lanka series, has been left out. Following a disappointing home series against Sri Lanka, where Bangladesh lost both the ODI and T20I series, the team is now focusing on World Cup preparations. The training camp will begin on May 12.

The tournament will take place in England from June 12, featuring 12 teams. Bangladesh has been placed in Group A alongside Australia, India, Pakistan, South Africa, and the Netherlands. The team, led by Nigar Sultana Joty, will play its first match against the Netherlands on June 14 at Edgbaston. The Netherlands will be making their debut in the T20 World Cup.

Bangladesh’s remaining group matches are scheduled for June 17, 20, 25, and 28, as the team aims to improve its performance after recent setbacks.

Manchester City kept their Premier League title hopes alive with a commanding 3-0 home victory over Brentford at the Etihad Stadium on May 10, 2026. The win extended Pep Guardiola’s side’s unbeaten home run to 16 matches and came after a disappointing 3-3 draw against Everton the previous week. Goals from Jeremy Doku, Erling Haaland, and Omar Marmoush sealed the result for the defending champions.

Brentford had an early chance when a throw-in from Michael Kayode caused confusion in City’s box, but goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma and the defense cleared the danger. City gradually took control, with Doku opening the scoring after an hour, followed by Haaland doubling the lead in the 75th minute and Marmoush adding a late third.

After 35 matches, City now trail league leaders Arsenal by just two points, increasing pressure on the Gunners ahead of their upcoming match against West Ham.

FIFA has revived memories of England’s remarkable goal against Iran in the 2022 Qatar World Cup as part of its countdown to the 2026 tournament, which begins in 35 days. The goal, scored by Jack Grealish during England’s 6–2 victory, has been recognized as the longest passing move leading to a goal in World Cup history, lasting 86 seconds and involving 35 consecutive passes.

All eleven England players, including goalkeeper Jordan Pickford, participated in the build-up that began with a short free kick from Declan Rice. Midfielder Jude Bellingham played a central role, contributing nine passes and orchestrating the rhythm of the attack. The move concluded when Callum Wilson set up Grealish for a simple finish, sealing a moment that blended patience, precision, and teamwork.

Previously, the record for the longest passing sequence before a World Cup goal stood at 25 passes, shared by Argentina in 2006 and England in 2018. England’s 2022 goal surpassed that mark, becoming a symbol of collective artistry and tactical harmony in modern football.

A busy day of live sports awaits viewers on May 10, 2026, with multiple major events airing across television and online platforms. The third day of the first Test between Bangladesh and Pakistan will be broadcast live from 10 a.m. on T Sports, Nagorik TV, and PTV Sports. Football fans will have a full lineup later in the day, including the English Premier League match between West Ham and Arsenal at 9:30 p.m. on Star Sports 1 and Toffee Live.

The Spanish La Liga’s El Clasico between Barcelona and Real Madrid will air live at 1 a.m. on Fancode and Bet365, alongside other European fixtures such as AC Milan vs Atalanta in Serie A and PSG vs Brest in Ligue 1. The Saudi Pro League match between Al Ittihad and Damac will also be shown live at midnight on Fancode.

The schedule highlights a diverse mix of cricket and football coverage, offering fans in Bangladesh and beyond a full day of international sporting action across multiple leagues and time zones.

Liverpool and Chelsea played out a 1-1 draw in a Premier League match at Anfield on Saturday night. Ryan Gravenberch opened the scoring for the hosts with a superb goal, but Enzo Fernández equalized for Chelsea before halftime. Liverpool missed two more clear chances to regain the lead, leaving the contest unresolved.

The result extended Liverpool’s winless run against Chelsea to three league matches. Chelsea had previously beaten Liverpool 2-1 in their first meeting this season and 3-1 in their second encounter last season, both played at Stamford Bridge.

In another Premier League fixture, Manchester United were held to a goalless draw by Sunderland. Despite recently securing Champions League qualification with a 3-2 win over Liverpool, United struggled to create chances and dropped points away from home. They now sit third in the league table with 65 points from 36 matches, including 18 wins and 11 draws.

Pakistan mounted a strong response on the second day of the Mirpur Test against Bangladesh, reaching 179 for one at stumps after 46 overs. Debutant Azan Awais remained unbeaten on 85, forming a solid partnership with fellow newcomer Abdullah Fazal, who was not out on 37. The visitors still trail by 234 runs after Bangladesh’s first-innings total of 413.

Bangladesh began the day at 301 for four, aiming to cross the 400-run mark. Mushfiqur Rahim, celebrating his birthday, scored 71 before being bowled by Shaheen Afridi, while Liton Das contributed 33. Mohammad Abbas led Pakistan’s bowling attack with five wickets for 92 runs, supported by Afridi’s three wickets. A late cameo from Taskin Ahmed, who hit 28 off 19 balls, helped Bangladesh surpass 400.

Pakistan’s openers Imam-ul-Haq and Awais provided a steady start, adding 106 runs before Mehidy Hasan Miraz dismissed Imam for 45. Despite an early blow to Awais from a Nahid Rana bouncer, he returned to bat confidently, guiding Pakistan into a competitive position heading into the third day.

Brazil has begun preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with the five-time champions set to submit a 55-man preliminary squad to FIFA by May 11. According to Brazilian outlet Globo Sports, the list will feature experienced forward Neymar Jr. alongside emerging talent Estevao Willian. Under FIFA rules, teams must submit a preliminary list of 35 to 55 players before finalizing a 23 to 26-man squad by June 1.

Head coach Carlo Ancelotti is expected to finalize Brazil’s World Cup squad on May 18. He has indicated that Neymar will be included if he regains full fitness after a long injury layoff. Estevao Willian, who is recovering from a hamstring injury ahead of his move to Chelsea, is also under consideration, with Endrick or Rayan as potential alternatives if he fails to recover in time.

Brazil’s preparations have been hit by injuries to Real Madrid players Eder Militao and Rodrygo, both ruled out of the World Cup. Their absence is seen as a significant setback to Ancelotti’s plans.

FIFA has announced that the 2026 World Cup will feature separate grand opening ceremonies in each of the three host nations—Mexico, Canada, and the United States. Each country will hold a cultural and musical event before its first match. The tournament begins on June 11 in Mexico City’s Azteca Stadium, where Mexico will face South Africa. The Mexican ceremony will highlight the nation’s heritage and indigenous culture, featuring performances by Grammy-winning band Maná and other artists.

In Canada, the opening match on June 12 in Toronto will see the hosts play Bosnia and Herzegovina. Performers will include Alanis Morissette, Michael Bublé, Alessia Cara, Jessie Reyez, Bangladeshi-American DJ Sanjoy, and Bollywood star Nora Fatehi. The Canadian event will emphasize multicultural identity through a mosaic-inspired design. The United States will host its first match on June 13 in Los Angeles against Paraguay, preceded by a concert headlined by pop star Katy Perry and other international performers.

According to FIFA, the U.S. ceremony aims to showcase the scale, cultural diversity, and entertainment power of the World Cup, marking the first edition jointly hosted by three nations and featuring 48 participating teams.