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Iran soccer officials to meet FIFA in Zurich and plan for World Cup games in US
GENEVA (AP) — Iranian soccer officials are set to meet soon with FIFA in Zurich…
Haslam breaks ground on Browns’ $2.6B domed stadium set to open in 2029
BROOK PARK, Ohio (AP) — Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam and his family marked a…
Desai named Canada’s men’s coach amid turbulent time for Cricket Canada
Cricket Canada announced Friday it has appointed Monty Desai as head coach of the men’s…
4 US-born players could be in the mix for Mexico’s World Cup roster
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico’s World Cup roster could owe more than a little bit…
Prediction markets say they’re different from sportsbooks. Gambling addicts say it’s all the same
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The soccer coach had blocked himself from sportsbooks by the time he found prediction markets.…
Caitlin Clark scores 21 points, gives the Fever a brief scare in her 1st home game in 9 months
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Caitlin Clark’s first home game in more than nine months was supposed…
Salah injury is minor in ‘big relief’ for Liverpool farewell and Egypt’s World Cup hopes
LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Liverpool star Mohamed Salah will return from injury in time for…
Investment group comes forward to buy the Vancouver Whitecaps and move team to Las Vegas
VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — An investment group has come forward to buy the Vancouver…
Gianni Infantino affirms at the FIFA Congress that Iran will participate in the World Cup
VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — FIFA President Gianni Infantino opened his address at Thursday’s FIFA…
Palestinian and Israeli soccer officials refuse to shake hands at FIFA Congress
VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — Palestine Football Association President Jibril Rajoub refused to shake hands…
The Whitecaps are a top team in the MLS. Why is Vancouver struggling to keep them?
VANCOUVER — They have a passionate fan base, well-attended matches and stellar on-field performances —…
Wood’s penalty gives Nottingham Forest a 1-0 win over Aston Villa in Europa League semifinal 1st leg
Chris Wood scored from the penalty spot to give Nottingham Forest a 1-0 victory over…
LIV Golf isn’t the only sports property being reconsidered in Saudi reboot of investment strategy
The billionaires in Saudi Arabia are pulling the plug on LIV Golf. It won’t be…
Mexico goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa eyes an emotional farewell after the World Cup
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa said Thursday he will retire from the…
Iran to play 2026 World Cup games in United States: FIFA president
VANCOUVER — FIFA president Gianni Infantino says Iran will play World Cup games in the…
Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk fighting 4-year ban in doping case, CAS says
LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — Ukraine international Mykhailo Mudryk, one of the most expensive players in…
FIFA leader Infantino starts race for re-election in 2027 vote hosted by African ally Morocco
VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — The FIFA presidential vote in 2027 that is set to…
Horse racing in Japan is on the rise. A Kentucky Derby winner could be next
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — As horse racing grapples with an uncertain future in the U.S.…
Canadian official backs up report that Iranian soccer chief was denied entry for FIFA event
OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand said Wednesday it was her…
Lindsey Vonn tells the AP she is not yet in position emotionally to decide if she will race again
NEW YORK (AP) — Lindsey Vonn is still recovering physically and emotionally from her frightening…
Prediction markets say they’re different from sportsbooks. Gambling addicts say it’s all the same
The soccer coach had blocked himself from sportsbooks by the time he found prediction markets.…
Man United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo signs five-year contract
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo signed a five-year contract on Thursday…
San Siro set to party: Inter expected to secure Serie A title on Sunday
MILAN (AP) — Inter Milan could be Serie A champion before it even kicks a…
Ex-England defender Ashley Young announces retirement from soccer
IPSWICH, England (AP) — Former England defender Ashley Young has announced his retirement from soccer…