Wednesday’s briefing: Arteta rues striker failure ahead of semi-final

Real Madrid has signed Argentine talent Franco Mastantuono, marking a significant move in a transformative transfer market coinciding with the FIFA Club World Cup's start. Meanwhile, Barcelona is pursuing Nico Williams and has secured goalkeeper Joan García to bolster their squad. More Context

Tyrese Haliburton of the Indiana Pacers has had a remarkable playoff performance, averaging 18.6 points, 9.4 assists, and 5.9 rebounds, despite not attempting a single free throw in the first three games of the NBA Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder. However, he finally broke this streak in Game 4, making his first free-throw attempt in 13 days, illustrating the intense pressure and excitement of competing at this level. More Context

Rhyne Howard tied the WNBA single-game record with nine 3-pointers and scored a season-high 36 points, leading the Dream to victory over the Sky. Additionally, Brittney Griner ascended to second place on the WNBA career blocks list. More Context

In honor of late coach Don Fredericks, Braintree High's baseball team held a memorial tournament and used the momentum to reach the Division 1 state final. Despite a strong postseason run, the eighth-seeded Wamps fell to Chelmsford 8-2, ending their quest for a sixth state title, with coach Bill O'Connell praising his team's resilience throughout the season. More Context

The Detroit Tigers defeated the Cincinnati Reds 11-5 on June 13, powered by four home runs, including two from Gleyber Torres, who drove in three runs. After leading 3-2, the Tigers broke the game open with a four-run sixth inning, allowing them to reclaim the MLB's best record at 46-25. More Context

Defending champion Bryson DeChambeau is struggling at the 2025 U.S. Open, finishing the second round at +10 and likely missing the cut for only the third time in 11 appearances. Notable golfers, including former champions like Lucas Glover and Phil Mickelson, are also projected to miss the cut as play was suspended at Oakmont Country Club due to lightning. More Context