​Bryce Eldridge hit a game-winning grand slam in the bottom of the ninth to cap an incredible comeback by the San Francisco Giants, who scored 10 runs over the final two innings of an 11-10 victory against the Washington Nationals on Wednesday. San Francisco trailed 9-1 before rallying for five runs in the eighth and five more in the ninth to stun the Nationals and avert a three-game sweep. Big league teams trailing by at least eight runs in the eighth inning or later had lost 4,291 consecutive games since Cleveland stormed back from 10-2 down to beat Tampa Bay 11-10 on May 29, 2009, per Sportradar. Matt Chapman had four hits, including two home runs — his second coming as part of back-to-back homers with Rafael Devers in the eighth to set up the comeback. Jung Hoo Lee singled to extend his hitting streak to 18 games for the Giants, the longest active stretch in the majors. Luis Arraez and Chapman hit consecutive doubles to begin the ninth. Devers walked and Lee singled to load the bases before Eldridge drove a 2-0 slider from Mitchell Parker (2-3) into the right-field arcade for the rookie's fourth home run. Lee raised his arms in celebration before the ball went over the wall. James Wood hit his 18th home run for Washington. Daylen Lile added four hits, and Curtis Mead also homered on a day when every Nationals' starter had a hit while seven players drove in at least one run. Washington, which had already clinched its fifth consecutive road series win, was on the verge of finishing a 5-1 trip before collapsing in the ninth. Revier Sanmartin (1-0) retired six batters to earn the win. He gave up Mead's leadoff homer in the ninth that made it 10-6, but that insurance run wasn't enough for Washington. Wood got the Nationals going in the third when he crushed a high 3-1 fastball from starter Robbie Ray and sent it over the center-field fence. Washington scored three runs in the sixth and added three more in the seventh before the Giants rallied. Ray allowed five runs and seven hits in 4 2/3 innings. Up next Nationals: RHP Zack Littell (6-4, 4.76 ERA) faces the Seattle Mariners on Friday. Giants: Had not announced a scheduled starter for Friday’s home game against the Chicago Cubs. Reporting by the Associated Press. Read More

​Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has leapt to the defence of Kylian Mbappe, claiming the forward has been unfairly targeted during a turbulent second season at Real Madrid. The legendary coach believes the Frenchman has been cast as a "scapegoat" at the Bernabeu but is tipped to explode back into form at the upcoming World Cup. Mbappe the Madrid 'Scapegoat' Wenger has pulled no punches in his assessment of Mbappe's life in the Spanish capital, suggesting that the superstar has become the fall guy for a Real Madrid side that is no longer the flawless machine of old. Despite netting 42 goals across all competitions, Mbappe has faced intense scrutiny amid reports of dressing room tension. "There’s one man who is at the centre of all expectations: Kylian Mbappe," Wenger told Le Figaro. "I’m ready to bet on it, he’s going to have a fantastic World Cup. He’s been unfairly criticised often this season. He landed in an average Real Madrid team. Real has three or four world-class players. Before, they had ten. Football is such that you always need a scapegoat. He’s become that." Freshness over fatigue While some fear Mbappe's bit-part role during certain injury spells this season might have hampered his rhythm, Wenger views the situation as a major tactical advantage for Les Bleus. The physical toll of the European season often leaves stars exhausted before a major tournament, but the 27-year-old may arrive in North America with plenty of fuel left in the tank. "Kylian has everything it takes to have a great World Cup," he former Arsenal boss added. "He’s physically fresh, he’s not overworked. "I’ve seen players with 60 matches under their belts before the World Cup tell me, ‘I’m not making any progress in training and I have nothing left in my legs,’ but he’s not like that. There are international players who arrive completely exhausted. I haven’t seen many players have a great World Cup after a Champions League final." France The Tournament Favorites? Wenger is convinced that Didier Deschamps' side are the team to beat as they head to the United States. With a squad depth that remains the envy of world football, the former Gunners boss believes France possess a level of "power" that other nations simply cannot match over 90 minutes, especially with the tactical experience of their long-serving head coach. "I put them above the others," Wenger noted. "France have so much talent and Deschamps has experience. We have so many attacking players that the danger is being a little unbalanced offensively. But today, the modern player, even an attacking one, knows how to do his share of the defensive work. When you’re 0-0 against France with 20 minutes to go, you lose the match. Power makes the difference." Ready For The Big Stage Despite a recent individual drought in front of goal, including an outing where Michael Olise stole the show with a hat-trick, the confidence within the French camp remains unshaken regarding Mbappe. Wenger insists that the captain’s personality is built for the pressure of the tournament environment, where he previously excelled in 2018 and 2022. "Kylian has character, a strong personality, and he knows how to rise to the occasion in big moments," Wenger concluded. "He’s waiting for his opportunity. People tend to forget his exceptional talent. France begin their quest for a third star against Senegal at the MetLife Stadium, followed by Group I clashes against Iraq and Norway." 2026 FIFA World Cup: How To Watch The World Cup will run from June 11–July 19, 2026. Spread across three countries, the tournament will culminate with the final on July 19 at New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. All 104 tournament matches will air live across FOX and FS1 with every match streaming live and on-demand within both the FOX One and the FOX Sports apps. Read More