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Iraq facing World Cup playoff difficulties as Iran war closes embassies and airspace
BAGHDAD (AP) — Iraq’s hopes of World Cup qualification are being impacted by the Iran…
Ally Sentnor’s goal lifts the U.S. past Canada at SheBelieves Cup in Columbus
COLUMBUS — Another loss to the powerful U.S. women, but Canada put on a better…
Mexican authorities meet FIFA to review World Cup security protocols
MEXICO CITY (AP) — FIFA representatives met with Mexican authorities on Wednesday to assess security…
Caicedo scored and Colombia downs Argentina 1-0 in the SheBelieves Cup
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Linda Caicedo scored the lone goal in the second half and…
U.S. international Josh Sargent happy to be in Toronto after prolonged transfer saga
TORONTO — After a six-month transfer saga that came with an ever-rising dollar amount, U.S.…
Goalkeeper hospitalized after firecracker explodes near him in German soccer game
ESSEN, Germany (AP) — A goalkeeper was taken to the hospital and a German soccer…
Calgary, Edmonton join forces for 2028 World Cup of Hockey bid
CALGARY — Calgary and Edmonton are joining forces in an attempt to bring the World…
US biathlon head coach steps down after team falls short in bid to win its first Olympic medal
U.S. Biathlon head coach Armin Auchentaller will leave the team at the end of this…
Wrexham to play Liverpool at Yankee Stadium as part of summer tour
WREXHAM, Wales (AP) — Wrexham will play Liverpool in a friendly match at Yankee Stadium…
Robert Vilahamn named coach of the NWSL’s Portland Thorns
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Robert Vilahamn was announced Wednesday as the new coach of the…
From theaters to TVs: Apple bets its F1 movie buzz can drive viewers to the races on Apple TV
Apple succeeded when it brought Formula 1 to the big screen last year. It hopes…
No More Foundation launches antiviolence campaign with Brazil ahead of the Women’s World Cup
The No More Foundation has partnered with Brazil to launch an initiative surrounding the 2027…
Allen’s record-breaking century earns New Zealand big win over South Africa in T20 World Cup semis
KOLKATA, India (AP) — New Zealand opener Finn Allen smashed the fastest-ever century in a…
Rubble and cranes at Azteca as workers race for March 28 reopening ahead of World Cup
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Three giant cranes stand a few meters from the main entrance…
With 100 days to go, World Cup faces new challenges with Iran war and Mexico violence
GENEVA (AP) — With 100 days to go until the World Cup, the Iran war…
Iran player Sara Didar holds back tears responding to a war-related question at Women’s Asian Cup
GOLD COAST, Australia (AP) — Sara Didar choked back tears as she shared the concerns…
Status of Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in doubt less than 2 weeks before start in Morocco
CAIRO (AP) — Doubts over Morocco’s willingness to host the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations…
Japan beats Taiwan 2-0 and Vietnam edges India 2-1 with late winner at Women’s Asian Cup
PERTH, Australia (AP) — Momoko Tanikawa and Kiko Seike scored second-half goals as Japan overcame…
Women’s college wrestling achieves major milestone with first NCAA championships set this weekend
CORALVILLE, Iowa (AP) — The Iowa City area is a fitting place to host the…
Preparation key for Whitecaps balancing MLS play with potential FIFA World Cup runs
VANCOUVER — The countdown to this summer’s FIFA World Cup has entered double digits, but…
Former Wallabies coach Dave Rennie will leave Japan to take charge of the All Blacks
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Former Wallabies coach Dave Rennie was appointed as the All…
Preparations continue in Toronto, Vancouver with FIFA World Cup 100 days away
VANCOUVER — Signs of the FIFA World Cup are slowly beginning to emerge in Vancouver…
Bettman tight-lipped on World Cup of Hockey bids
CALGARY — NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman was tight-lipped on Tuesday about potential bids to host…
Soccer fans in Toronto mark 100 days until the FIFA World Cup kickoff
TORONTO — Thousands of soccer fans in Toronto, donning their favourite team colours, gathered Tuesday…