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Bayern Munich shifts away from ‘Visit Rwanda’ sponsorship after criticism
MUNICH (AP) — Bayern Munich signaled Friday it will cut down on “Visit Rwanda” branding…
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New Orleans legend Big Freedia returning with a new gospel album and the acting trio…
Angry fans attacked Sevilla’s facility after a loss in May. Police are now making arrests
SEVILLE, Spain (AP) — Four people have been arrested for their alleged roles in a…
Chicago Fire take shutout streak into matchup against Los Angeles FC
Los Angeles FC (10-6-6, seventh in the Western Conference) vs. Chicago Fire (10-9-5, eighth in…
Praggnanandhaa looks to achieve the No. 1 chess ranking to add to India’s dominance
India has become a major power in international chess led by its highest-ranked player, Rameshbabu…
US women’s national team knocked off top spot by Spain in FIFA’s latest rankings
ZURICH, Switzerland (AP) — The U.S. was knocked off the top spot in FIFA’s latest…
Toronto acquires midfielder Mihailovic for $8 million from the Colorado Rapids
TORONTO (AP) — Toronto FC have acquired attacking midfielder Djordje Mihailovic in a trade with…
Toronto FC adds to its attack, acquiring Djordje Mihailovic as a designated player
TORONTO — Toronto FC has acquired Djordje Mihailovic from the Colorado Rapids in a cash…
Chelsea defender Levi Colwill undergoes ACL surgery
LONDON (AP) — Chelsea defender Levi Colwill could miss a big portion of the upcoming…
Villarreal signs midfielder Thomas Partey after he gets bail on rape charges
VILLARREAL, Spain (AP) — Spanish soccer club Villarreal signed midfielder Thomas Partey on Thursday, two…
NWSL’s Courage abruptly fires coach for a ‘multitude of factors’ but offers no specifics
A “multitude of factors” went into the firing of North Carolina Courage coach Sean Nahas,…
Woman faces 14 charges after attempted abduction at Napanee, Ont., soccer field
NAPANEE — Provincial police say a 31-year-old woman has been arrested on 14 criminal charges…
Canada coach makes three changes for final tune-up game ahead of Rugby World Cup
Canada coach Kevin Rouet has made three changes to his lineup for Saturday’s test match…
Ousmane Dembélé and Chloe Kelly nominated for men’s and women’s Ballon d’Or awards
PARIS (AP) — Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembélé and England forward Chloe Kelly are among…
Canada slips to No. 9 while Spain takes over top spot in latest FIFA women’s rankings
Canada fell one place to No. 9 while Spain replaced the U.S. atop the FIFA…
Frankfurt signs Japan winger Ritsu Doan for its Champions League return
FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Eintracht Frankfurt has signed Japanese winger Ritsu Doan to strengthen a…
‘What a city’: Son Heung-min lands at Los Angeles FC with plans for trophies, love for Korean fans
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Son Heung-min made his first visit to Los Angeles seven years…
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Army sergeant shot 5 soldiers before he was tackled and arrested at Fort Stewart, officials…
Luis Suárez leads Inter Miami to 3-1 win over Pumas in Leagues Cup
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Luis Suárez scored and had two assists, and Inter Miami…
MLB is calling up its first female umpire, promoting Jen Pawol for Saturday’s Marlins-Braves game
NEW YORK (AP) — Jen Pawol is set to become the first woman to umpire…
Trump could meet in person with Putin as soon as next week, White House official says
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump could meet in person with Russian President Vladimir Putin…
Trump could meet in person with Putin as soon as next week, White House official says
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump could meet in person with Russian President Vladimir Putin…
‘Fully into it:’ Vancouver Whitecaps sign former Bayern Munich star Thomas Muller
VANCOUVER — Thomas Muller wants Vancouver Whitecaps supporters to know he’s “fully into” his transfer…
Chelsea striker Marc Guiu joins promoted Sunderland on loan
SUNDERLAND, England (AP) — Newly promoted Sunderland signed 19-year-old striker Marc Guiu on a season-long…