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NFL’s international playbook calls for vigilance on field quality, from Sao Paulo to Bernabeu
LONDON (AP) — Nick Pappas rattles off the types of field surfaces at international stadiums…
Cape Verde qualifies for the World Cup for the first time after beating Eswatini
PRAIA, Cape Verde (AP) — Cape Verde will play in the World Cup for the…
From Iceland to Cape Verde: The 5 smallest countries ever to reach the World Cup
The tiny African island nation of Cape Verde qualified for the World Cup for the…
Honduras defeats Haiti 3-0, moves closer to a World Cup berth
TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras (AP) — With three first-half goals in a 23-minute span, Honduras beat Haiti…
France held by Iceland and loses perfect record in qualifying for World Cup
France missed a chance to secure a spot at the 2026 World Cup on Monday…
A rat briefly delays World Cup qualifier between Wales and Belgium
CARDIFF, Wales (AP) — Play was briefly delayed in a World Cup qualifier between Wales…
Canada coach Casey Stoney looks for Canadian women to rebound from U.S. loss
After being seeing her team outclassed by the U.S. in a 3-0 loss last time…
Christian Pulisic might be available and Antonee Robinson ruled out for US-Australia friendly
COMMERCE CITY, Colo. (AP) — Christian Pulisic may be available for the United States’ friendly…
After loss to Australia, Canada men face far different challenge against Colombia
After failing to break down a resolute five-man Australian defence in a 1-0 loss Friday…
South Africa beats Bangladesh in final-over thriller at Women’s Cricket World Cup
VISAKHAPATNAM, India (AP) — Nadine de Klerk completed a thrilling chase by South Africa to…
Italy-Israel qualifier expected to attract less people than nearby pro-Palestinian march
UDINE, Italy (AP) — Israel’s World Cup qualifying match against Italy will still be played…
Champions League to feature opening game for titleholder and streaming deal from 2027
GENEVA (AP) — The Champions League titleholder will play a showcase opening home game as…
Full-court sprints and inhalers: Grizzlies put their trust in Tuomas Iisalo to bring about a new era
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Memphis coach Tuomas Iisalo told the Grizzlies as they left last…
Ollie Watkins ruled out of England’s game against Latvia with injury
LONDON (AP) — Ollie Watkins has returned to Aston Villa after an injury ruled him…
Owen Wolff, Austin snap LAFC’s 6-game win streak with 1-0 victory
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Owen Wolff scored in a goal in the 83rd minute, Brad…
Australia beats India with the highest successful run chase in women’s ODI cricket
VISAKHAPATNAM, India (AP) — Alyssa Healy scored 142 as Australia beat India by three wickets…
Angel City staves off elimination with 2-0 win over Dash
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kennedy Fuller and Maiara Niehues scored and Angel City staved off…
Who has qualified for the 2026 World Cup?
A record 48 teams will play in the 2026 World Cup co-hosted by the United…
Ghana qualifies for 2026 World Cup
ACCRA, Ghana (AP) — Ghana became the fifth African nation to qualify for the 2026…
Stunning victory for Faroe Islands keeps World Cup hopes alive; Netherlands, Scotland, Croatia win
Tiny Faroe Islands took a big step toward its first World Cup on Sunday with…
Dragan Stojković resigns as Serbia coach following defeat to Albania in World Cup qualifying
BELGRADE, Serbia (AP) — Dragan Stojković has resigned as Serbia coach following the 1-0 home…
Muller’s stoppage-time goal helps Whitecaps beat Orlando 2-1
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Thomas Muller scored in the seventh minute of stoppage time, Nelson…
Thomas Müller’s stoppage-time goal helps Whitecaps beat Orlando 2-1
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Thomas Müller scored in the seventh minute of stoppage time, Nelson…
Victory puts UAE on brink of qualifying for first World Cup finals since 1990
DOHA (AP) — The United Arab Emirates edged past Oman 2-1 in the fourth round…