Special correspondent/Ding Xu: In the 19th round of the Chinese Super League, Dalian Yingbo Haifa defeated Shandong Taishan 3-1 at home, further solidifying their top-three position in the standings. This season, Yingbo's home ground has been the brightest spot in the CSL, as they have brought down multiple strong rivals while continuously setting new attendance records at Suoyu Bay. So far, Yingbo has played 10 home matches, achieving 7 wins and 3 losses, with a home win rate of 70%.

On July 20, Beijing time, the Los Angeles Lakers officially announced the signing of forward Ziaire Williams. Williams will don the Lakers' No. 11 jersey for the upcoming season, supporting Luka Doncic. Last season, the Lakers' No. 11 was worn by Jaxson Hayes. According to earlier reports, Williams signed a one-year, $3 million minimum contract.

On July 20, Beijing time, the World Cup concluded. In the final match, a ten-man Argentina side was defeated by Spain in extra time, falling short in their title defense. However, the Argentine players' behavior during the post-match ceremony stirred controversy.

On July 20, Beijing time, despite failing to defend the World Cup title, Argentine President Javier Milei still announced a one-day national holiday. Milei stated that in response to the public's concern over celebrations for the achievements of the Argentine national team, he informs the public that the day chosen by the players and coaching staff for festivities will be declared a national holiday.

Reporter Lu Mi reports that this round of the Chinese Super League witnessed a crucial shift in the relegation battle. Both Tianjin Jinmen Tiger and Wuhan Three Towns, who are in the relegation zone, claimed victories. Although this did not change their positions at the bottom of the table, it narrowed the gap with Qingdao Hainiu, who sits third from bottom, to just three points.

On July 20, Beijing time, the World Cup came to an end. In the final, Argentina, playing with ten men, lost 0-1 to Spain after extra time, failing to defend their title. After the match, Ma Dexing, a well-known Chinese journalist who holds domestic voting rights for FIFA's annual awards, once again launched a fierce attack on the Argentine team on social media.

After a thrilling 120 minutes in the 2026 World Cup final, Spain defeated defending champions Argentina with a solitary goal from substitute striker Ferran Torres to claim their second world title.

The 2026 World Cup bronze medal match between England and France ended with one of the most insane scripts in tournament history, a 6-4 victory for the "Three Lions". Having tasted defeat in the semifinals, the two football giants unexpectedly entered the final match with a completely liberated mindset, delivering a blazing goal rush to global fans.

On July 20, Beijing time, the Thunder made a major roster adjustment, sending Dort to the Atlanta Hawks in a three-team trade, while the Hawks' Risacher was moved to the Mavericks. In exchange, the Thunder received three future second-round picks. This blockbuster move is just one of several cost-cutting measures during the Thunder's offseason, as the team aims to free up significant salary cap space for subsequent operations.

In the World Cup final that concluded on July 20 Beijing time, defending champions Argentina, despite being a man down, managed to force extra time but were ultimately beaten by a late goal, losing 0-1 to Spain and missing out on their fourth title. After the match, a conflict erupted between the two teams. Apart from Paredes choking Eric Garcia and body-slamming Gavi, 38-year-old Argentine veteran Otamendi also had a heated argument with Spanish captain Rodri.