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IOC confirms Russians competing as neutrals at Milan-Cortina Games and no talks on Israel
MILAN (AP) — Russians will be allowed to compete at next year’s Milan-Cortina Winter Games…
Italian skier’s death prompts early safety debate before the Milan-Cortina Olympic season starts
It’s usually not until December or January and after a series of tumbles, twisted knees,…
Italian skier’s death prompts early safety debate before the Milan-Cortina Olympic season starts
It’s usually not until December or January and after a series of tumbles, twisted knees,…
Canadian men expect physical challenge from Tonga in Pacific Nations Cup rugby test
Canada is expecting a hard-nosed challenge from Tonga on Saturday when the two meet to…
Guardiola raises doubt about Rodri fitness for Arsenal-Man City game and aims playful dig at Arteta
Manchester City star Rodri still is not fully comfortable on his return from a serious…
Thiare leads Atlanta United against San Diego FC
San Diego FC (17-8-5, first in the Western Conference) vs. Atlanta United FC (5-13-11, 11th…
Efforts to punish Israel over Gaza grow in sports and cultural arenas
GENEVA (AP) — A major cycling race in Spain was disrupted by protests against an…
Bethune goal pulls the Spirit into a 2-2 draw on the road against Angel City
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Croix Bethune scored on a header in the 71st minute to…
Vancouver FC beats Ottawa on aggregate to reach Canadian Championship final
OTTAWA — Vancouver FC has completed an unlikely run to the Telus Canadian Championship final…
NWSL commissioner says lessons have been learned from on-field medical crises
National Women’s Soccer League Commissioner Jessica Berman said the league has learned from experience about…
Haaland sets new Champions League scoring benchmark but still far behind Ronaldo
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Another goal, another record for Erling Haaland. The Manchester City striker…
14 former NC State athletes have filed a lawsuit alleging abuse by ex-head trainer
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Fourteen former N.C. State male athletes have filed a lawsuit in…
Teenage goalkeeper Kalmurza becomes youngest to save a penalty in Champions League debut
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Teenage goalkeeper Sherkhan Kalmurza saved a penalty on his debut in…
Sri Lanka roars to 6-wicket win to eliminate Afghanistan from Asia Cup
ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Sri Lanka roared to six-wicket victory to eliminate…
Lionel Messi and Inter Miami near deal to extend contract through at least 2026, AP source says
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Lionel Messi and Inter Miami are reviewing the final details…
Lionel Messi and Inter Miami near deal to extend contract through at least 2026, AP source says
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Lionel Messi and Inter Miami are reviewing the final details…
Italian rapper Fedez accused of inciting racial hatred for lyrics targeting Jannik Sinner
BOLZANO, Italy (AP) — Italian rapper Fedez has been accused of inciting racial hatred for…
Rugby World Cup semis: Canada faces NZ with no fear and England confident against France
LONDON (AP) — For the first time in Women’s Rugby World Cup history, Canada faces…
Canadian men continue record climb up the FIFA rankings, jumping two spots to No. 26
The Canadian men’s soccer team continues its record climb, jumping two places to No. 26…
Spain overtakes Messi’s Argentina to lead FIFA rankings for first time since 2014
ZURICH (AP) — Spain and Lamine Yamal took top spot from Argentina and Lionel Messi…
No longer a dull formality, NFL kickoffs require a new set of skills for kickers and returners
The biggest gaffe of the NFL season so far may have occurred in Pittsburgh last…
O’Connor called back from England to rejoin Wallabies for Bledisloe Cup test in New Zealand
SYDNEY (AP) — James O’Connor’s plane ticket to England earlier this week to join his…
Son Heung-min records his first MLS hat trick and Los Angeles FC beats Real Salt Lake 4-1
SANDY, Utah (AP) — Son Heung-min secured his first MLS hat trick on a sliding…
Portland Thorns to retire former Canada captain Christine Sinclair’s jersey
PORTLAND — The Portland Thorns are retiring Christine Sinclair’s No. 12 jersey. The NWSL club…