Manchester United has reached a verbal agreement with 21-year-old academy midfielder Kobbie Mainoo to renew his contract, with an official announcement expected before the end of this season. The UK's "The Sun" reports that negotiations made breakthrough progress last week, and all parties believe an announcement is only a matter of time. Mainoo celebrated his 21st birthday on Sunday, and this new five-year contract with an option for an additional season is the best gift.

On April 22 Beijing time, Spurs star Victor Wembanyama was unanimously elected the Defensive Player of the Year, and NASA also posted a message praising and teasing him. Under the news of Wembanyama's award, NASA joked: "Whether on Earth or traveling through the universe, Wembanyama's defense is everywhere.

On April 22 Beijing time, after coaching the Bucks for three seasons, Doc Rivers recently admitted in an interview with Andscape reporter Spears that resigning from the Milwaukee Bucks head coach position was entirely his own decision. In the 2025-26 season, the Bucks only achieved a record of 32 wins and 50 losses, missing the playoffs, and the conflict between the team and Giannis Antetokounmpo also intensified publicly. Under this background, Rivers chose to leave.

On April 22 Beijing time, renowned reporter Shams updated the injury statuses of Doncic and Reeves on his show. Reeves has resumed on-court training, but Doncic is not expected to return during the first round. Shams stated: "Internal Lakers sources indicate Austin Reeves' recovery is actually progressing faster than Luka Doncic's.

On April 22 Beijing time, Chinese basketball legend Wang Zhizhi officially attended the induction ceremony for the FIBA Hall of Fame, becoming the fifth Chinese player to receive this honor, joining international stars like Dirk Nowitzki and Sue Bird in basketball history. At the ceremony, Wang Zhizhi delivered speeches in both English and Chinese. After stepping onto the stage, Wang first spoke in English: "Hello, dear friends.

Al Nassr's leadership is reportedly considering the option of bringing Cristiano Jr, Cristiano Ronaldo's son, to the first team starting from the next season.

(Live football) - After the defeat in the Champions League, Real Madrid returns to La Liga with the highest determination when facing Alaves.

Lionel Messi is currently regarded as the leading contender for the Super Golden Ball award, which is scheduled to be organized and presented in 2029.

Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite will miss the remainder of the season and also miss out on the 2026 World Cup.

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