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Katie Porter’s star dims in failed US Senate bid, leaving the Californian facing an uncertain future
LOS ANGELES (AP) — U.S. Rep. Katie Porter became a social media celebrity by brandishing…
Toronto FC on the move under captain Jonathan Osorio, coach John Herdman
Toronto FC’s home-opening 1-0 win Saturday over Charlotte FC was filled with milestones for captain…
CF Montreal beats Inter Miami 3-2 as Messi watches from sideline
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Lionel Messi wore street clothes and watched from a sideline…
Portugal is in suspense after an election produces no clear winner and a surging populist party
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Portugal’s political future is hanging in the balance after a general…
U.S. beats Brazil 1-0 in Women’s Gold Cup title game
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Lindsey Horan scored on a header in first-half stoppage time and…
Belgium’s Euro 2024 alternate jersey is leaked. Is it a tribute to comic-strip hero Tintin?
BRUSSELS (AP) — Some Belgium soccer players in the European Championship this summer could resemble…
Cavalry FC, Vancouver FC to kickoff Canadian Championship in Calgary
The Canadian Premier League’s Cavalry FC and Vancouver FC will kick off the Canadian Championship…
Canadian men to face Mexico in September friendly in Texas at Dallas Cowboys’ home
Canada will face 15th-ranked Mexico in a men’s soccer friendly in the September FIFA international…
Girls are falling in love with wrestling, the nation’s fastest-growing high school sport
MECHANICSBURG, Pa. (AP) — Jody Mikhail was a sophomore at Pennsylvania’s Cumberland Valley High School…
Nicole Scherzinger and Sarah Jessica Parker are among the nominees for London’s Olivier Awards
LONDON (AP) — An acclaimed revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “Sunset Boulevard” and a play…
Interim coach Mauro Biello looks to “cultural reset” with Canadian men’s soccer team
If not a changing of the guard, interim coach Mauro Biello is overseeing what he…
Atlanta has lost two NHL teams. Former player Anson Carter leads one of two groups seeking a third
ATLANTA (AP) — After losing both the Flames and the Thrashers, Atlanta is making a…
Palestinian soccer federation says former national team player killed in an Israeli airstrike
RAFAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — The Palestinian soccer federation says former national team member Mohammed…
Soccer star Quincy Promes has reportedly been arrested in Dubai at the request of Dutch prosecutors
THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — Dutch soccer star Quincy Promes, who was convicted in absentia…
It’s not just ‘hang loose.’ Lawmakers look to make the friendly ‘shaka’ Hawaii’s official gesture
KANEOHE, Hawaii (AP) — A pinky and thumb extended with the remaining fingers curled down:…
Blue jersey, brown shorts, white socks: Belgium’s new kit a tribute to comic book legend Tintin
BRUSSELS (AP) — If Kevin De Bruyne goes back to his old haircut, he will…
Vancouver Whitecaps renew rivalry with Los Angeles FC, this time in Leagues Cup play
The Vancouver Whitecaps will renew acquaintances with Los Angeles FC, which ended their MLS playoff…
Toronto FC’s Johnson, Laryea out for two to three weeks with hamstring strains
Toronto FC will be without goalkeeper Sean Johnson and fullback Richie Laryea for two to…
The NWSL kicks off its 12th season this weekend, with two new teams and a new media deal
Now that the National Women’s Soccer League has effectively distanced itself from the turbulence of…
The Latest | Egypt appeals for more aid deliveries by land to Gaza as Israel warns of Rafah push
Egypt’s top diplomat on Thursday made an emotional appeal for an urgent increase in humanitarian…
CF Montreal’s depth helping team squash last season’s road woes
CF Montreal is quickly proving that last year’s road struggles are a thing of the…
New Canada Soccer general secretary Kevin Blue hits the ground running
Kevin Blue has hit the ground running as general secretary and CEO of Canada Soccer.…
‘Lighthearted’ Vancouver Whitecaps confident ahead of FC Dallas matchup
VANCOUVER – The Vancouver Whitecaps will be without some major baggage as they hit the…
English women’s league showdown delayed by teams wearing matching socks
LONDON (AP) — A top-of-the table English Women’s Soccer League game with a crowd of…