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FIFA bans for life 2 officials for financial wrongdoing when presidents of soccer federations
GENEVA (AP) — FIFA judges imposed life bans on two former soccer federation presidents for…
A new team, a new pass-rush bag: Jared Verse’s Browns debut arrives in Jacksonville
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Jared Verse has earned plenty of accolades, including becoming the 16th…
Thousands sign petition calling on Edmonton Oilers to reverse Formenton signing
EDMONTON — An online petition calling on the Edmonton Oilers to reverse the signing of…
Canada routs Tanzania 6-0, waits to learn if it advances at U-20 Women’s World Cup
KATOWICE — Canada kept its FIFA Women’s Under-20 World Cup hopes alive Friday with a…
A golf ball found in the World Trade Center rubble became a symbol of incomprehensible loss
NEW YORK (AP) — I stood amid the rubble of the World Trade Center, passing…
Kylian Mbappé says AI dictator memes show lack of political awareness
PARIS (AP) — Kylian Mbappé didn’t fully enjoy the flurry of AI memes depicting him…
Fenerbahce accepts coach Ismail Kartal’s resignation after tense Roma draw, reports say
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Fenerbahce accepted coach Ismail Kartal’s resignation on Friday, Turkish media reports…
‘A fresh start’: Boeser sees an inspired Pettersson ahead of new-look Canucks’ camp
LAS VEGAS — Brock Boeser had an unfortunate front-row seat for his friend and teammate’s…
Ghana forward Iñaki Williams retires from international soccer
BILBAO, Spain (AP) — Ghana forward Iñaki Williams announced Friday he is retiring from international…
Jim Leonhard bringing aggressive approach in transforming the Buffalo Bills defense
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — First-year Buffalo Bills defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard isn’t so much…
Coach of German league’s surprise package Elversberg cleared to face Bayern after ref admits error
FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — The coach of Elversberg, the small-town team shaking up German soccer,…
Injuries, other plans leave some of track’s fastest on sideline for $150K at Ultimate Championship
BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — It’s supposed to be a track meet featuring the best of…
Sweden midfielder Lucas Bergvall signs new deal with Tottenham after speculation he might leave
LONDON (AP) — Sweden midfielder Lucas Bergvall has signed a new long-term deal with Tottenham…
FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem vows to keep Fernando Alonso in Formula 1
MADRID (AP) — FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem said it wouldn’t be “acceptable” for Fernando…
Mushy, but in a good way: golf fans enjoy Dutch snacks at the Solheim Cup
DEN BOSCH, Netherlands (AP) — Sherry Ford took a bite of her Dutch meatball roll…
US women in familiar place reaching semifinals of World Cup, joined by Germany, France and Spain
BERLIN (AP) — The U.S. put forth a dominant performance to reach the semifinals of…
‘This is everything’: Former Lions defensive back Phillips cherishes wall of fame nod
SURREY — Ryan Phillips shed some tears when he learned his name was being added…
Volpe hits grand slam in return to majors as Yankees sweep Rockies 10-3 to pull closer in AL East
NEW YORK (AP) — Anthony Volpe hit a grand slam and drove in a career-high…
Myles Garrett acknowledges knee injury is significant after 0-tackle debut in Rams’ Australia loss
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Myles Garrett finally acknowledged his knee injury is more serious than…
Rams receiver Puka Nacua acknowledges struggles with alcohol in Netflix interview
Los Angeles Rams All-Pro receiver Puka Nacua acknowledged in an interview on Netflix that he…
Elena Rybakina beats Coco Gauff and will play Aryna Sabalenka for the US Open women’s title
NEW YORK (AP) — Aryna Sabalenka realized she was probably going to lose the No.…
49ers rout Rams 27-7 in NFL’s first Australia game behind Brock Purdy’s 3 TD passes
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers enjoyed every moment of their weeklong Australian…
Anthony Volpe wins over Yankees fans with grand slam and 5 RBIs in rousing return to majors
NEW YORK (AP) — Anthony Volpe’s first night back in the majors was one to…
The Latest: 49ers beat Super Bowl favorite Rams at their season opener in Australia
The longest road trip in NFL history ended in a victory for the San Francisco…