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Seattle [US], July 7 (ANI): Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois said his side responded emphatically after feeling “shown a lack of respect" in the United States, following the Red Devils’ 4-1 victory over the hosts in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16. newsbetting.club

Speaking to Belgian broadcaster Sporza after the match, as quoted by The Athletic, Courtois said Belgium had answered those who believed the United States would comfortably defeat them.

“In recent days, we have been shown a lack of respect here in the U.S. It was said that they could beat us easily, but I think today we proved that we are a good team. We played a great match," Courtois said, as quoted by the Athletic.

The Belgian goalkeeper also commented on the controversy surrounding United States forward Folarin Balogun, whose one-match suspension was lifted by FIFA ahead of the Round of 16 encounter, allowing him to feature against Belgium.

“Everything beforehand did not necessarily play a part. I read it and laughed about it. Today, if I’m honest, I felt a bit more certain that we would win than I did against Senegal. They were a stronger team than the U.S., and that showed today as well," he told Belgian broadcaster Sporza after the match as quoted by The Athletic.

Coming to the match, Belgium stormed into the quarter-finals of the FIFA World Cup 2026 with a commanding 4-1 victory over the hosts, the United States, at Seattle Stadium.

Charles De Ketelaere starred with a brace to earn the Player of the Match award, while Hans Vanaken scored his first-ever FIFA World Cup goal and substitute Romelu Lukaku added a stoppage-time strike, marking his third consecutive World Cup match with a goal.

Belgium dominated much of the contest despite the USA briefly equalising through Malik Tillman’s deflected free-kick. A costly goalkeeping error by Matt Freese allowed Belgium to extend their lead before Lukaku sealed the emphatic win late on.

The defeat ended the United States’ campaign, making them the last of the three co-host nations to exit the tournament after Canada and Mexico. Belgium will next face Spain in the quarter-finals on July 10 after the Spanish side knocked out Portugal in the Round of 16. (ANI)

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The Esports Nations Cup aka ENC 2026 has officially announced the structure of the Apex Legends Online Qualifiers, which is the beginning of the road to LAN Finals of the tournament in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. As opposed to regular esports tournaments when gamers compete as part of their clubs, ENC participants will represent their nations while qualifying to one of the most notable international Apex Legends tournaments of the season.

Online Qualifiers will take place from August 1 to August 3, 2026. Lets look at the more details.

ENC 2026 Apex Legends Online Qualifiers Format Explained

In the ENC 2026 Apex Legends Finals, a total of 40 national teams will take part in the competition.

Half of the slots, 20 in number, are reserved for those countries which got invites directly based on ALGS Year 6 Championship Points from Split 1 Playoffs. But the countries who received these invites need to select their team through the regional qualifier.

The remaining 18 slots will be handed out through Online Qualifiers and the distribution of the slots is as follows:

• EMEA: 9 slots
• Americas: 6 slots
• APAC South: 3 slots

In addition, the tournament will feature two wildcard spots, including one for the host region and another Solidarity Slot.

Regional Qualifiers

The qualifiers will include four main regions: EMEA, Americas, APAC North, and APAC South.

Players will play under a single elimination format, which will move on to play six-game series in future rounds. Teams will be chosen depending on the conventional ALGS placement and elimination scoring system, where only the best teams progress.

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Eligibility and Important Dates

To compete, each roster must include three to four players from the same country, along with one coach. Teams are also limited to a maximum of two players from the same ALGS Split 1 Pro League roster.

• Registration: July 6 – July 26, 2026
• Online Qualifiers: August 1 – August 3, 2026
• ENC 2026 LAN Finals: November 26 – November 29, 2026

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Operation Chain Reaction has officially arrived in Rainbow Six Mobile. This explosive new season brings exciting content for mobile tactical shooters. Players can expect a brand-new Operator, dynamic limited-time modes, and fresh progression systems. This update rewards players who think fast and strike decisively.

Rainbow Six Mobile – Operation Chain Reaction

You cannot stay in one place for too long. Highly requested community features are also finally making their debut. The update includes a Ping Wheel for rapid communication during intense firefights. Highly competitive players will appreciate the new Top 200 Leaderboards. Additionally, a dedicated Training mode helps you refine your tactical skills offline.

Meet Fuze, The New Attacker

The standout addition this season is the Operator Fuze. He joins the attacking team with his devastating Cluster Charge gadget. This deployable explosive is built for aggressive, intel-driven gameplay. You can easily plant the charge on both hard and soft surfaces. Once triggered remotely, it unleashes five sub-grenades through the wall. This gadget easily clears out hidden defenders on the other side.

Fuze excels when teams communicate and carefully coordinate their attacks. His unique ability turns any standard surface into a deadly threat. Defenders must completely rethink their assumed safe defensive positions.

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Fresh Limited-Time Modes

This season introduces several thrilling limited-time modes for players. Week one kicks off with the exciting Fuze Showcase event. This 2v2 Bomb mode is played exclusively on the House map. Fuze is unlocked for everyone, ensuring highly explosive and chaotic engagements. You must listen closely, as roaming defenders will hear your charges.

Week two brings the high-stakes Most Wanted game mode. Earning the first kill immediately grants you the Most Wanted title. You get bonus points for surviving, but your location is revealed. Every opponent on the map will try to take your crown. Adaptability is crucial as maps rotate frequently.

Weeks three through five feature a streamlined 3v3 Bomb mode. Three attackers fight three defenders in extremely fast, high-pressure rounds. Maps rotate weekly to thoroughly test your adaptability and core skills.

Battle Pass and Riptide Vault

Operation Chain Reaction delivers a packed new Battle Pass. It is loaded with unique cosmetics, progression rewards, and tier unlocks. Purchasing the premium pass instantly unlocks Fuze for your growing roster.

The Vault also returns during weeks one and five. It features highly exclusive cosmetics from the brand-new Riptide collection. Players can earn Obsidian currency to trade for unique Vault Packs. Dedicated Vault challenges offer extra ways to earn this valuable currency.

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Seattle [US], July 7 (ANI): United States head coach Mauricio Pochettino dismissed suggestions that the controversy surrounding Folarin Balogun had any impact on his side’s performance, saying Belgium deserved their victory after eliminating the hosts from the FIFA World Cup 2026, according to The Athletic.

Speaking at his post-match press conference following the USA’s 4-1 defeat in the Round of 16, Pochettino said his team did not need to look for excuses and acknowledged that Belgium outplayed them on the day.

“It’s difficult to make a comment. We were not good enough today, we don’t need to find another excuse. It wasn’t a situation that affected us in the group. All the team can have one day you don’t perform. Today was this type of day. Belgium were better than us. That’s it. It’s very clear," Pochettino said, as quoted by The Athletic.

FIFA had earlier dismissed Belgium’s challenge over the eligibility of Folarin Balogun after world football’s governing body suspended the United States forward’s one-match ban ahead of the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 clash between the two sides. Balogun was shown a red card in the 64th minute of the United States’ 2-0 Round of 32 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Coming to the match, Belgium stormed into the quarter-finals of the FIFA World Cup 2026 with a commanding 4-1 victory over the hosts, the United States, at Seattle Stadium.

Charles De Ketelaere starred with a brace to earn the Player of the Match award, while Hans Vanaken scored his first-ever FIFA World Cup goal and substitute Romelu Lukaku added a stoppage-time strike, marking his third consecutive World Cup match with a goal.

Belgium dominated much of the contest despite the USA briefly equalising through Malik Tillman’s deflected free-kick. A costly goalkeeping error by Matt Freese allowed Belgium to extend their lead before Lukaku sealed the emphatic win late on.

The defeat ended the United States’ campaign, making them the last of the three co-host nations to exit the tournament after Canada and Mexico. Belgium will next face Spain in the quarter-finals on July 10 after the Spanish side knocked out Portugal in the Round of 16. (ANI)

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Novak Djokovic opened up about what Wimbledon means to him and the legacy he has created in the sport.

While speaking on JioStar, he expressed his admiration for Indian cricket legend Virat Kohli and his desire to visit India.

“I would love to play some cricket and tennis with Virat Kohli. I am planning to visit India in the near future, and we have been communicating about it. I know Virat is a global star, but especially in India, he is incredible. I would love for him to be my host and show me around. I have a lot of respect for him and for Indian cricket. Cricket is not big in Serbia, where I come from. But some of the people in my team are British, and they love cricket. So I have been learning about the game over the last 10 to 15 years. I still need to work on my cricketing skills. Maybe Virat can help me with my technique and bat swing. But seriously, I have great respect and admiration for him. I would love to get the chance to meet him in his home country, India," said Djokovic.

“A lot of my legacy is built on what I have achieved here at Wimbledon. I’ve said it many times, and I’ve always been open about it. This was the tournament I dreamed of winning as a child. I always wanted to do well here, always wanted to win Wimbledon and become world number one. I was blessed to experience that in 2011. And then, to go on and win the tournament seven times in total and play in so many finals, it has been an incredible journey. For some reason, I have always managed to bring out the best tennis of my life on this grass surface, especially on Centre Court. The energy, the history, the atmosphere—it all brings something extra out of me. I don’t take these opportunities for granted. To still be able to write my own history and the history of the sport, to still be performing at this level and be in another quarter-final, it means a lot. Hopefully, I can go at least a few more steps further this year," he added.