The football world is poised for the 2024 Paris Olympics draw, where 16 men’s and 12 women’s teams will be divided into groups, aiming to compete for the prestigious title. The event, set to take place tonight at 7pm GMT at the Pulse building in Paris, will be broadcast live on the FIFA+ streaming service. Among the contenders, the men’s competition will miss the defending champions Brazil, while the women’s side sees Canada aiming to retain their title. Teams like France, Spain, Argentina, and Germany are expected to lead the charge in what promises an exciting tournament commencing on July 24, with finals on August 9 and 10.

In rugby, the Six Nations 2024 tournament showcased remarkable talent, with Scotland’s Duhan van der Merwe earning spotlight for his exceptional tries, particularly against England, demonstrating his ability to evade defenders with speed and power. The tournament celebrated European rugby’s talent, setting high expectations for future matches.

Basketball at the Paris Olympics also highlighted, with USA Basketball facing challenging draws. The U.S. men’s team, under coach Steve Kerr, aims for a fifth consecutive gold against teams like Serbia and South Sudan. The women’s team, led by Cheryl Reeve, will encounter strong opposition including Japan, in their quest for an eighth consecutive title. The team announcements for the Paris Games are highly anticipated later this spring.

Finally, in football, Scotland looks forward to competing with Europe’s finest at the upcoming Euros. Defender Ryan Porteous expressed confidence in their preparation and development, with friendlies against Netherlands and Northern Ireland planned. Scotland’s team, under manager Steve Clarke, remains focused on growth and learning from past matches as they approach their Group A challenges against Germany, Switzerland, and Hungary.

These forthcoming international sporting events promise to deliver thrilling competitions across football, rugby, and basketball, showcasing talent and determination on the global stage.