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Germany came out swinging at the World Cup, and Kai Havertz made sure nobody forgot his name. The Arsenal forward bagged two goals as Germany dismantled first-time World Cup participant Curaçao seven to one, pulling away before halftime and never looking back. Dominant from the first whistle.
Meanwhile, across the Atlantic, basketball history was made in New York City. The Knicks are champions — let that sink in. Decades of dysfunction, failed superstar chases, and desperate quick fixes, all washed away the moment Jalen Brunson became the cornerstone of a franchise that finally got it right. Madison Square Garden hasn't felt like this in a long, long time.
And staying in the World Cup conversation, former England manager Gareth Southgate quietly stepped back from television offers this summer, choosing to keep out of the spotlight rather than become a distraction for his old squad. But make no mistake, he believes in this England group, saying plainly they are ready to win the whole thing. High praise from the man who knows them best.
That's your play-by-play. Sports Desk, back to the booth.
