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Cristiano Ronaldo Aims to Score in Sixth World Cup as Portugal Takes on Congo in 2026 Opener

Cristiano Ronaldo Aims to Score in Sixth World Cup as Portugal Takes on Congo in 2026 Opener

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Cristiano Ronaldo is on the verge of making World Cup history as he prepares to lead Portugal against Congo on Wednesday,...

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(VIDEO) Mbappé Scores Brace, Becomes France All-Time Top Scorer In 3-1 World Cup Win Over Senegal

(VIDEO) Mbappé Scores Brace, Becomes France All-Time Top Scorer In 3-1 World Cup Win Over Senegal

NEW JERSEY — Kylian Mbappé delivered a record-breaking performance as France opened its 2026 World Cup title defense with a 3-1 victory over...

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Lionel Messi Hat-Trick Fires Argentina to 3-0 Win: Can He Claim 2026 Golden Boot Glory?

Lionel Messi Hat-Trick Fires Argentina to 3-0 Win: Can He Claim 2026 Golden Boot Glory?

KANSAS CITY — Lionel Messi delivered a masterclass performance with a hat-trick as defending champions Argentina opened their 2026 World Cup...

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Haaland-Led Norway Heavy Favorites to Beat Iraq in 2026 World Cup Opening Group Stage Match

Haaland-Led Norway Heavy Favorites to Beat Iraq in 2026 World Cup Opening Group Stage Match

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Norway will make its long-awaited return to the World Cup stage on Tuesday when it faces Iraq at Gillette Stadium, with Erling...

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Argentina vs Algeria 2026 World Cup Preview: Messi Hits Milestone as Defending Champions Open Campaign

Argentina vs Algeria 2026 World Cup Preview: Messi Hits Milestone as Defending Champions Open Campaign

KANSAS CITY — Argentina will begin their defense of the 2026 World Cup title against Algeria on Wednesday in a Group J opener at Children's...

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Bill Simmons Predicts LeBron James Will Join Golden State Warriors in Bold Free Agency Call

Bill Simmons Predicts LeBron James Will Join Golden State Warriors in Bold Free Agency Call

ESPN analyst Bill Simmons has made one of the most provocative predictions of the NBA offseason, declaring he would bet his life on LeBron James...

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Mauricio Ruffy Shares Christian Faith After First-Round Knockout Victory at Historic White House UFC Event

Brazilian UFC lightweight contender Mauricio Ruffy delivered a stunning first-round knockout of veteran Michael Chandler at "UFC Freedom...

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Stephen A. Smith Backs Rare Championship Ring Honor for Spike Lee After Knicks' 2026 Title Triumph

Stephen A. Smith Backs Rare Championship Ring Honor for Spike Lee After Knicks' 2026 Title Triumph

NEW YORK — ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith has thrown his support behind awarding filmmaker Spike Lee a New York Knicks championship ring,...

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Kai Havertz Scores Twice as Germany Opens World Cup with Dominant 7-1 Rout of Curaçao

Kai Havertz Scores Twice as Germany Opens World Cup with Dominant 7-1 Rout of Curaçao

HOUSTON — Kai Havertz netted a pair of goals, including a first-half penalty, as Germany launched its 2026 World Cup campaign with a commanding 7-1...

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Shaq Picks LeBron James Over Kobe Bryant To Build Franchise Citing Immediate Impact As Rookie

Shaq Picks LeBron James Over Kobe Bryant To Build Franchise Citing Immediate Impact As Rookie

Basketball Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neal has stirred fresh debate in the long-running LeBron James versus Kobe Bryant comparison, stating he...

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Kimi Antonelli Aims for Sixth Straight Win in 2026 Barcelona Catalunya Grand Prix as Mercedes Dominates

BARCELONA — Formula 1 heads to the historic Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya this weekend for the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix, where Mercedes rookie...

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Scotland Secure 1-0 Win Over Haiti in World Cup Return as John McGinn Scores Historic Goal

Scotland Secure 1-0 Win Over Haiti in World Cup Return as John McGinn Scores Historic Goal

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — John McGinn delivered a deflected strike in the 28th minute to guide Scotland to a gritty 1-0 victory over Haiti in their 2026...

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(VIDEO) Socceroos Stun Turkey 2-0 In World Cup Opener As Young Guns Shine Bright In Vancouver

(VIDEO) Socceroos Stun Turkey 2-0 In World Cup Opener As Young Guns Shine Bright In Vancouver

VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Nestory Irankunda channeled his inner Tim Cahill, sprinting to the corner flag with punches, ducks and weaves after...

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Messi Maradona or Pele? Ranking the Greatest World Cup Legends of All Time

Messi Maradona or Pele? Ranking the Greatest World Cup Legends of All Time

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup unfolds across North America, debates over the greatest players to grace the tournament's storied history have...

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(VIDEO) USMNT Dominates Paraguay 4-1 In Historic World Cup Opener At SoFi Stadium

(VIDEO) USMNT Dominates Paraguay 4-1 In Historic World Cup Opener At SoFi Stadium

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — The United States men's national team delivered a commanding performance in its 2026 FIFA World Cup opener Friday night,...

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Canada Favored to Beat Bosnia in 2026 World Cup Opener at BMO Field

TORONTO — Canada will open its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign on Friday against Bosnia and Herzegovina at BMO Field, with the home side entering as...

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Messi Vs Ronaldo: 2026 World Cup Could Deliver Historic Final Clash Between Legends

Messi Vs Ronaldo: 2026 World Cup Could Deliver Historic Final Clash Between Legends

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup unfolds across North America, football fans worldwide are hoping for one last chapter in the greatest individual rivalry...

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Knicks Lead 3-1 as Spurs Host Game 5 with Wembanyama Seeking Series Revival

Knicks Lead 3-1 as Spurs Host Game 5 with Wembanyama Seeking Series Revival

SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Spurs will host a pivotal Game 5 of the 2026 NBA Finals on Saturday night facing elimination, with Victor Wembanyama...

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2026 World Cup Opens June 11: Full Schedule and Start Times by Time Zone

2026 World Cup Opens June 11: Full Schedule and Start Times by Time Zone

The 2026 FIFA World Cup, the largest in the tournament's history with 48 teams and 104 matches, officially begins on Thursday, June 11, when...

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2026 World Cup Kickoff: Complete Groups, Dates and Times for All 104 Matches

2026 World Cup Kickoff: Complete Groups, Dates and Times for All 104 Matches

The 2026 FIFA World Cup, the largest in the tournament's history with 48 teams, begins on Thursday, June 11, when co-host Mexico faces South...

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LeBron James Declares Himself NBA's Greatest of All Time in Bold Time Profile

LOS ANGELES — LeBron James has unequivocally declared himself the greatest basketball player of all time, stating there is no debate in his mind as...

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Victor Wembanyama's Five Keys to Lead Spurs to Game 4 Victory Over Knicks

Victor Wembanyama's Five Keys to Lead Spurs to Game 4 Victory Over Knicks

As the 2026 NBA Finals return to Madison Square Garden for Game 4 on Wednesday night, all eyes will be on San Antonio Spurs phenom Victor Wembanyama....

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Socceroos 2026 World Cup Schedule: Australia Opens Group D Against Turkiye on June 14

Socceroos 2026 World Cup Schedule: Australia Opens Group D Against Turkiye on June 14

SYDNEY — The Australian Socceroos will kick off their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign on Sunday, June 14, facing Turkiye in Vancouver as part of a...

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Knicks vs Spurs Game 4 Preview: Can Wembanyama Lead San Antonio Back in NBA Finals

Knicks vs Spurs Game 4 Preview: Can Wembanyama Lead San Antonio Back in NBA Finals

NEW YORK — The 2026 NBA Finals shift back to Madison Square Garden on Wednesday night for Game 4, with the New York Knicks holding a 2-1 series lead...

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2026 World Cup Group Stage Analysis: Favorites to Advance to Round of 32

2026 World Cup Group Stage Analysis: Favorites to Advance to Round of 32

NEW YORK — With the 2026 FIFA World Cup set to begin on June 11 across the United States, Mexico and Canada, attention turns to the 12 groups of...

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Kyrie Irving Trade Rumors: Kyrie Draws Trade Interest from Pistons, Wolves, Rockets and Lakers

Kyrie Irving Trade Rumors: Kyrie Draws Trade Interest from Pistons, Wolves, Rockets and Lakers

NEW YORK — Kyrie Irving, the veteran Dallas Mavericks guard and nine-time All-Star, is generating significant trade interest as the NBA offseason...

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Top 10 Teams and Players Poised to Shine at 2026 FIFA World Cup as Tournament Kicks Off

Top 10 Teams and Players Poised to Shine at 2026 FIFA World Cup as Tournament Kicks Off

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup set to begin across the United States, Mexico and Canada, global attention turns to the favorites and standout talents...

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NBA Trade Rumors: Celtics Not Shopping Jaylen Brown Despite Playoff Exit and Salary Concerns, Insider Says

NBA Trade Rumors: Celtics Not Shopping Jaylen Brown Despite Playoff Exit and Salary Concerns, Insider Says

BOSTON — Despite a disappointing first-round playoff exit and mounting questions about roster construction under the NBA's new collective...

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World Cup 2026 48-Team Power Rankings: Favorites Contenders and Group Analysis Ahead of Kickoff

World Cup 2026 48-Team Power Rankings: Favorites Contenders and Group Analysis Ahead of Kickoff

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup set to begin on June 11 across North America, the expanded 48-team tournament offers a fresh landscape for soccer's...

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World Cup 2026 Full Schedule Breakdown: 48 Teams, 104 Matches Across Three Nations from June 11 to July 19

World Cup 2026 Full Schedule Breakdown: 48 Teams, 104 Matches Across Three Nations from June 11 to July 19

NEW YORK — The expanded FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off on June 11 with a record 48 teams competing in 104 matches across 16 venues in the United...

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(VIDEO) Jose Alvarado's Dive Sends Knicks Guard Crashing Into Mike Bloomberg During NBA Finals Game 3

(VIDEO) Jose Alvarado's Dive Sends Knicks Guard Crashing Into Mike Bloomberg During NBA Finals Game 3

NEW YORK — New York Knicks guard Jose Alvarado's all-out hustle for a loose ball in the fourth quarter of Game 3 of the 2026 NBA Finals...

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(VIDEO) Victor Wembanyama Embraces Villain Role in New York as Spurs Stun Knicks in Game 3 of 2026 NBA Finals

(VIDEO) Victor Wembanyama Embraces Villain Role in New York as Spurs Stun Knicks in Game 3 of 2026 NBA Finals

NEW YORK — Victor Wembanyama delivered a dominant performance with 32 points, eight rebounds, six assists and three blocks as the San Antonio Spurs...

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(VIDEO) Trump Claps Back at Stephen A. Smith After Knicks Game 3 Loss in NBA Finals

(VIDEO) Trump Claps Back at Stephen A. Smith After Knicks Game 3 Loss in NBA Finals

NEW YORK — President Donald Trump responded Tuesday to ESPN commentator Stephen A. Smith's pregame prediction that he would blame Trump if the...

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Nelly Korda Claims First US Women's Open Title at Riviera in Dramatic Final Round

Nelly Korda Claims First US Women's Open Title at Riviera in Dramatic Final Round

PACIFIC PALISADES, Calif. — Nelly Korda captured her first U.S. Women's Open title on Sunday, delivering a clutch birdie on the 17th hole and a...

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PGA Tour Faces Calls for Putting Rule Change After Matt Fitzpatrick Slow Play at Memorial

PGA Tour Faces Calls for Putting Rule Change After Matt Fitzpatrick Slow Play at Memorial

MURFIELD VILLAGE, Ohio — Sky Sports commentator Jay Townsend has called on the PGA Tour to tighten rules on marking and replacing balls on the green...

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Spurs vs Knicks Game 3 Preview 2026: Can Wembanyama Deliver First Finals Win?

Spurs vs Knicks Game 3 Preview 2026: Can Wembanyama Deliver First Finals Win?

NEW YORK — The 2026 NBA Finals shift to Madison Square Garden on Monday night with the New York Knicks holding a commanding 2-0 series lead over the...

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(VIDEO) Knicks Take 2-0 Finals Lead as Shaq Blasts Wembanyama's 'Blurry' Comments After Game 2 Loss to Spurs

(VIDEO) Knicks Take 2-0 Finals Lead as Shaq Blasts Wembanyama's 'Blurry' Comments After Game 2 Loss to Spurs

The New York Knicks moved within two victories of their first NBA championship in more than five decades, defeating the San Antonio Spurs 105-104 in...

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Lebron James Trade Rumor: Barkley Blasts Jaylen Brown-Jason Tatum Split Rumors, Urges LeBron to Return to Cavs

NEW YORK — Hall of Famer Charles Barkley sharply criticized ongoing media speculation about a potential split between Boston Celtics stars Jaylen...

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Spurs vs Knicks Game 2 Preview: Spurs Seek Game 2 Bounce-Back as Knicks Lead 2026 NBA Finals Series 1-0

SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Spurs will look to even the 2026 NBA Finals series when they host the New York Knicks in Game 2 on Friday night at...

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(VIDEO) Scottie Scheffler Frustrated At Caddie in Opening Round at Memorial LIV Golf's Match

DUBLIN, Ohio — Scottie Scheffler, the world's top-ranked golfer and a two-time defending champion at the Memorial Tournament, carded a 1-over...

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(VIDEO) Mexico Crushes Serbia 5-1 in Final World Cup Warm-Up, Boosting Home Hopes

TOLUCA, Mexico — Mexico delivered a commanding performance in its final tune-up before the 2026 FIFA World Cup, storming back from an early deficit...

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Lebron Trade Rumors: Stephen Curry Plans Meeting with LeBron James Amid Warriors Free Agency Pursuit

SAN FRANCISCO — Stephen Curry is planning a personal meeting with LeBron James this summer to discuss the possibility of the 41-year-old superstar...

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Kylian Mbappe Leads Golden Boot Favorites as Kane, Haaland Chase History at 2026 World Cup

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup set to begin in North America on June 11, attention is turning to who will claim the Golden Boot as the tournament's...

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(VIDEO) Fan Runs Onto Court for Selfie With Victor Wembanyama During NBA Finals Game 1

SAN ANTONIO — A fan made headlines Wednesday night by dashing onto the court during Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Finals between the San Antonio Spurs and...

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(VIDEO) Brittney Griner Assessed Flagrant Foul After Throwing Angel Reese to Floor in WNBA Game

ATLANTA — Brittney Griner was assessed a Flagrant 1 foul late in the fourth quarter after forcefully throwing Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese to the...

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(VIDEO) Will Smith Calls Shohei Ohtani 'Best Player That's Ever Walked This Earth'

LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith delivered one of the strongest endorsements of Shohei Ohtani's greatness yet, declaring...

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(VIDEO) Stephen A. Smith Sparks Debate Over Bronny James' Readiness as Lakers Rookie Faces Intense Scrutiny

NEW YORK — Bronny James, the eldest son of NBA superstar LeBron James, is facing heightened criticism and public debate about his professional...

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10 Key Facts About Global Running Day 2026: A Worldwide Celebration of Movement

NEW YORK — Global Running Day 2026 takes place on Wednesday, June 3, encouraging millions of people across the globe to lace up their shoes and...

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Spurs Heavy Favorites Over Knicks in 2026 NBA Finals Prediction Markets on Kalshi and Polymarket

NEW YORK — Prediction markets are showing strong support for the San Antonio Spurs to defeat the New York Knicks in the 2026 NBA Finals, with both...

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(VIDEO) Caleb Williams Fulfills Childhood Dream as First Bears Player on Madden NFL 27 Cover

CHICAGO — Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams realized a lifelong goal Wednesday when EA Sports named him the cover athlete for "Madden...

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