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Mexico’s governing party’s big test is trying to hold together without its charismatic president
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico’s immensely powerful governing party may face its biggest test yet…
Israeli national team arrives in Kosovo for soccer game under tight security measures
PRISTINA, Kosovo (AP) — Israel’s national soccer team arrived in Kosovo on Friday amid tight…
Palestinian soccer team prepares for World Cup qualifying games against a backdrop of war
Makram Daboub may be struggling to prepare his Palestinian team for the start of 2026…
Mexico City prosecutors accused of asking for phone records of prominent politicians
MEXICO CITY (AP) — An opposition candidate for the mayorship of Mexico City accused the…
Father of Liverpool striker Luis Díaz released after his kidnapping in Colombia by ELN guerrillas
BARRANCAS, Colombia (AP) — The father of Liverpool striker Luis Díaz was released Thursday by…
Manny Machado digs in at groundbreaking for San Diego FC’s training complex and academy
EL CAJON, Calif. (AP) — With his mustard-yellow suit practically matching the color of a…
Losada firing ‘much bigger’ than missing playoffs, says CF Montreal sporting director
MONTREAL – Olivier Renard made it clear at season’s end that he wasn’t pleased with…
Man United manager Ten Hag under more pressure as international break looms
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — The pressure is mounting on Erik ten Hag as his Manchester…
Manuel Neuer hails ‘phenomenon’ Harry Kane for brilliant start with Bayern Munich
MUNICH (AP) — England captain Harry Kane has made a brilliant start in Germany, where…
At 40, rock-solid Dante is crucial in making Nice the best defense in Europe’s top leagues
Enjoying its longest unbeaten run in more than 50 years, French league leader Nice looks…
The UK’s interior minister sparks furor by accusing police of favoring pro-Palestinian protesters
LONDON (AP) — Britain’s interior minister on Thursday accused the country’s largest police force of…
Mourinho and Sarri exchange jibes ahead of Rome derby in Serie A
MILAN (AP) — Despite Roma and Lazio being involved in European competition, much of the…
‘Greed and corruption’: Federal jury convicts veteran DEA agents in bribery conspiracy
NEW YORK (AP) — A federal jury convicted two longtime U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration supervisors…
Young Canadians in search of first-ever win at FIFA U-17 World Cup in Indonesia
In its eighth trip to the FIFA U-17 World Cup, Canada is still looking for…
The Under-17 World Cup gives Indonesia a second chance at hosting a global soccer event
Indonesia’s unexpected second chance of hosting a global soccer tournament gets underway Friday when the…
Netanyahu and Orbán’s close ties bring Israel’s Euro 2024 qualifying matches to Hungary
BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — Even before last month’s Hamas attacks in Israel, the leader of…
Oilers’ struggles aside, Connor McDavid continues to set bar for fellow NHLers
Connor McDavid’s start to the season has been downright miserable. Sure, the points have been…
Ajax seeks Europa League surge as new coach sparks turnaround. Israeli clubs return to European play
A coaching change appears to have done the trick for Ajax as the slumping Dutch…
Sartini apologizes, Whitecaps look to put playoff disappointment behind them
Vancouver Whitecaps head coach Vanni Sartini has apologized for comments he made about refereeing after…
Robbers break into home of Brazilian soccer star Neymar’s partner, she said on social media
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Thieves entered the home of Brazilian soccer star Neymar ‘s…
Former fullback Ashtone Morgan relishes new role with Toronto FC front office
TORONTO – Ashtone Morgan credits then-assistant coach Jason Bent for setting him on the right…
Bellingham available for Real Madrid in Champions League match against Braga
MADRID (AP) — Real Madrid will have Jude Bellingham available for the Champions League match…
Bayern Munich, stung by criticism after surprise cup defeat, hosts Galatasaray in Champions League
MUNICH (AP) — Bayern Munich hopes to continue its winning start to the Champions League…
Referees union labels Whitecaps head coach’s comments post-game ‘disgusting’
VANCOUVER – The union representing soccer referees in Major League Soccer are criticizing comments made…