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English-born defender Alfie Jones looking forward to debut with Canada
Add patience to Alfie Jones’ list of attributes. The English-born centre back, who plays his…
US-owned English club Norwich hires former Brugge, Monaco coach Philippe Clement
NORWICH, England (AP) — American-owned English soccer club Norwich hired former Club Brugge, Monaco and…
Du Toit on Springboks-dominated shortlist for best men’s rugby player in 2025
DUBLIN (AP) — Springboks flanker Pieter-Steph du Toit could join All Blacks greats Dan Carter…
Erik Spoelstra’s sons are Jalen Brunson fans. So much for that Heat-Knicks rivalry
MIAMI (AP) — New York guard Jalen Brunson has at least two young fans in…
Pochettino faces off against mentor Bielsa when US meets Uruguay in friendly
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Mauricio Pochettino gets to match up Tuesday night against Marcelo Bielsa,…
Germany and Netherlands reach the World Cup after big wins in final qualifiers
So much for Germany being at risk of missing the World Cup. A 6-0 thrashing…
On the road again: AP joins ACC commissioner Jim Phillips as he racks up miles hitting league events
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jim Phillips stood near the ACC Network’s pregame set outside Acrisure Stadium,…
Jones set for Canada debut against Venezuela as Davies returns to Bayern training
FORT LAUDERDALE — There was good news Monday for Canada coach Jesse Marsch, at camp…
President Donald Trump unveils ‘FIFA Pass’ to help World Cup travelers get their visas faster
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration is announcing a new initiative for foreigners traveling to…
Germany qualifies for 2026 World Cup
LEIPZIG, Germany (AP) — Germany qualifies for 2026 World Cup.
Starting next year, Canada men to take part in World Rugby Nations Cup competition
TORONTO — Canada has learned its 2026 rugby road map with confirmation of the new…
Paige Greco, Paralympic gold medalist, dies at 28
ADELAIDE, Australia (AP) — Australian cyclist Paige Greco, a Paralympic gold medalist, has died. She…
Nigeria coach claims ‘voodoo’ by Congo staff during penalty shootout loss in World Cup qualifying
RABAT, Morocco (AP) — A Congo team staff member used voodoo during the penalty shootout,…
Unwell Asalanka and Fernando ruled out of tri-series in Pakistan, Shanaka to lead Sri Lanka
RAWALPINDI, Pakistan (AP) — Sri Lanka white-ball captain Charith Asalanka and fast bowler Asitha Fernando…
Barcelona to return to Camp Nou with partial capacity for Spanish league game against Athletic
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Barcelona will be back at the Camp Nou for its Spanish…
A new global rugby competition has been formally launched. Organizers say it can ‘redefine’ the game
Men’s international rugby was given a refresh Monday with the launch of a new, biennial…
Former Chelsea player Oscar discharged from hospital after heart scare
SAO PAULO (AP) — Former Chelsea midfielder Oscar has been released from hospital, five days…
Rugby takeaways: Ford fantastic for England and Carreras inspires Pumas comeback
LONDON (AP) — England earned a rare win over New Zealand and Argentina staged an…
Congo beats Nigeria in penalty shootout to advance to World Cup intercontinental playoffs
RABAT, Morocco (AP) — Congo advanced to the World Cup intercontinental playoffs after beating Nigeria…
After offseason uncertainty, Jack Jones comes through again for Dolphins with key OT interception
MADRID (AP) — Last week, it was a key forced fumble. This time, it was…
Canada’s Valerie Maltais earns two silvers at speedskating World Cup
SALT LAKE CITY — Canadian speedskater Valerie Maltais picked up two World Cup silver medals…
Shaw scores in Gotham’s 1-0 win over Pride to reach NWSL championship
Jaedyn Shaw scored with practically the last kick of the game and Gotham beat the…
Cristiano Ronaldo set for record 6th World Cup, Italy in danger again and Ireland make playoffs
Cristiano Ronaldo is heading to another World Cup. Erling Haaland is going to his first.…
Jones celebrates in Cristiano Ronaldo style as Dolphins beat Commanders 16-13 in overtime in Spain
MADRID (AP) — Jack Jones had a fitting celebration after his overtime interception in the…