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Portugal Changes How No. 7 Is Written to Honor Cristiano Ronaldo

Sports Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates after scoring the 1-2 goal during the FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Hungary, in Budapest, Hungary, 09 September 2025. (EPA)

Portugal Changes How No. 7 Is Written to Honor Cristiano Ronaldo

The Portugal football team is making a change to how the No. 7 is written to honor the recently-retired Cristiano Ronaldo. Ronaldo, who wore the number and…

Sports Brazilian football legend Ronaldinho waves during Ravenna FC’s team presentation for the 2026-27 season in Marina di Ravenna, Italy, Aug. 20, 2026. (AFP)

Ronaldinho Poised for Ravenna Start and, Perhaps, One Last Goal

Ronaldinho will roll back the years this weekend when the 46-year-old Brazilian starts his first competitive match in over a decade, and in the unlikely…

Sports Mirra Andreeva plays Diana Shnaider during day six of the FAGE WTA Finals at Indian Wells Tennis Garden on November 13, 2026 in Indian Wells, California. (Getty Images/AFP)

Andreeva Says She Is Learning to Move on Faster from Defeats After WTA Finals Sweep

Mirra Andreeva said she has learned to recover more quickly from setbacks after the Russian teenager completed an unbeaten run through the WTA Finals round…

Sports  Uruguay's players celebrate after Argentina's Leonardo Balerdi scored an own goal during an international friendly soccer match in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Friday, Nov. 13, 2026. (AP)

Uruguay Beats Argentina 2-1 in the First Match Since Messi’s Retirement

The post-Messi era began with an Argentina defeat on Friday. Argentina fell 2-1 to Uruguay on Friday in an international friendly at La Bombonera in Buenos…

Sports Elina Svitolina of Ukraine serves to Aryna Sabalenka during day six of the FAGE WTA Finals at Indian Wells Tennis Garden on November 13, 2026 in Indian Wells, California. (Getty Images/AFP)

Svitolina Stuns Sabalenka to Reach WTA Finals Semis

Elina Svitolina overwhelmed Aryna Sabalenka in the deciding set to seal a 6-3 3-6 6-1 upset on Friday to reach the semi-finals of the season-ending WTA Finals…


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Tennis - Australian Open - Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia - February 1, 2026 Spain's Carlos Alcaraz celebrates with the trophy after winning the Australian Open men's singles against Serbia's Novak Djokovic. REUTERS/Hollie Adams

Australian Open to Limit Cheap Tickets after Crowding Problems

The Australian Open will place daily limits on cheap tickets to the tennis Grand Slam for the first time after long queues and crowding blighted the tournament…

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Sports  Argentina players stand during medal ceremony after the World Cup final football match between Spain and Argentina in East Rutherford, NJ, near New York, Sunday, July 19, 2026. (AP)

Arrogance or Pride? Argentina Grapples with World Cup Villain Label

Critics blasted Argentina for dirty tactics and poor sportsmanship during their 1-0 loss to Spain, cementing the country's status as World Cup villain that…

Sports Spain's team pose with their trophy on the tarmac upon their arrival from the US after winning the 2026 World Cup, in Madrid Barajas' airport, on July 20, 2026. (AFP)

Spain’s World Cup Champions Head Home for a Royal Welcome, Parade Through Madrid

Spain's World Cup winning football team returned home on Monday, where the 26-man squad is due to meet with Spain's royals and Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez…

Sports Soccer Football - Premier League - Newcastle United v Brentford - St James' Park, Newcastle, Britain - February 7, 2026  A mural of former Newcastle United player and manager Kevin Keegan is seen outside the stadium before the match REUTERS/Scott Heppell

Former Liverpool and England Star Kevin Keegan Dies Aged 75

Former Liverpool and England star Kevin Keegan has died aged 75 after battling cancer, his family announced on Monday. Keegan, regarded as one the greatest…

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Sports Jeddah Corniche stands out as one of the Kingdom's premier destinations for landmark tourism and hospitality developments (SPA).

Jeddah to Host World Boxing Event 'The Comeback' on July 25

Boxing fans around the world are turning their attention to Jeddah, which will host "The Comeback" world boxing event on July 25 at the Jeddah Superdome,…

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Sports Unai Simón #23 of Spain is presented with the Golden Glove award after the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Getty Images/AFP)

Simón Says It Was Spain’s Record Defense That Made the Goalkeeper’s Job So Easy in the World Cup

After cruising through the World Cup barely allowing any goals, Spain won the final hardly allowing a shot. How good was this Spain defense? Take it from…

Sports Rodri #16 of Spain lifts up the Golden Ball award after the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Getty Images/AFP)

Rodri Returns from ‘Hell’ to Drive Spain to World Cup Glory

Spain's midfield rock Rodri hopes younger generations can learn from his experience in overcoming adversity after he won the World Cup on Sunday to complete…

Sports Rocafonda, Spain - July 19, 2026 Spain fans celebrate their first goal as they watch the FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina in Lamine Yamal's hometown. (Reuters)

World Cup Joy in Lamine’s Boyhood Home of Rocafonda

Spain fans waved flags and cheered in the streets of the neighborhood where Spain's teenage forward Lamine Yamal grew up after their team beat Argentina 1-0 in…

Sports Argentina's head coach Lionel Scaloni looks on after losing the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. (AFP)

Emotional Scaloni Says Argentina Gave Utmost, Needs to Think About What Comes Next

Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni said his team gave their utmost and he would need to think about what comes next for him in emotional remarks after his team…

Sports Spain's head coach Luis de la Fuente holds the trophy after winning the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. (AFP)

We Are the Most United Team, Says Emotional Spain Coach De la Fuente

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente said a team-first mentality powered his players as they beat Argentina 1-0 on Sunday to win the World Cup for the second time and…

Sports Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Final - Spain v Argentina - New York/New Jersey Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey, US - July 19, 2026 Argentina's Lionel Messi looks dejected after receiving his runners up medal on the podium after losing the World Cup final. (Reuters)

‘The Last of Messi’: Argentines Mourn Loss and End of an Era

Nervous excitement and rowdy cheers turned into anguished groans, nail-biting tension and tears, as Argentines' hope of yet another epic comeback led by Lionel…

Sports  Spain's Rodri (16) lifts the trophy as Spain celebrates after winning the World Cup final match between Spain and Argentina in East Rutherford, NJ, near New York, Sunday, July 19, 2026. (AP)

Spain Win World Cup After Messi’s Argentina Fall Flat

Spain won their second World Cup on Sunday, collecting the trophy from US President Donald Trump after Ferran Torres' extra-time strike broke the stubborn…

Sports Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez arrives for the Bastille Day military parade, in Paris, France, 14 July 2026. (EPA)

Spain PM Lauds ‘Unique’ National Team Ahead of World Cup Final

Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, facing graft scandals at home, has hailed the national football team's unity ahead of Sunday's World Cup final against…

Sports France's Kylian Mbappé (10) reacts after scoring his side's third goal during the World Cup third-place playoff match between France and England in Miami Gardens, Fla., Saturday, July 18, 2026. (AP)

The Biggest Takeaways from the 2026 World Cup

The World Cup final between Spain and defending champion Argentina marks the end of the biggest tournament in the competition’s history. At the final whistle…

Sports Didier Deschamps, Head Coach of France, walks out for the pitch inspection before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Bronze Final between France and England at Miami Stadium on July 18, 2026 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Getty Images/AFP)

Deschamps’ Golden France Era Ends in Defeat, but Legacy Intact

The end of coach Didier Deschamps' Midas-like reign turned into a Tantalus torment as France suffered a comprehensive World Cup semi-final defeat by Spain…

Sports Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum speaks during a press conference at the National Palace in Mexico City, Mexico, 16 July 2026. (EPA)

Mexico’s Sheinbaum to Attend World Cup Final at Trump’s Invitation

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said in a message on X that she would attend the World Cup final in New Jersey on Sunday at the invitation of US President…

Sports Egypt's Mohamed Salah and teammates celebrate after Hossam Abdelmaguid scored the penalty past Australia's Mathew Ryan to win the shootout and advance to the Round of 16 of the World Cup. (Reuters)

FIFA Toasts World Cup Triumph as Tournament Draws to Close

It was supposed to be the World Cup weighed down by problems: sky-high prices, geopolitical tension, the shadow of conflict and the threat of brutal summer…

Sports  18 July 2026, US, Miami: France manager Didier Deschamps walks on the pitch ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup bronze final match between France and England at the Miami Stadium. (dpa)

Departing Deschamps Looks Back on ‘Wonderful’ World Cup

France coach Didier Deschamps said he had experienced a "truly wonderful adventure" with his players as he bid farewell to the job on Saturday after 14 highly…

Sports  England head coach Thomas Tuchel smiles during the medal ceremony during the World Cup third-place playoff match between France and England in Miami Gardens, Fla., Saturday, July 18, 2026. (AP)

Tuchel Hopes England Players Will Look Back on World Cup with Pride

England manager Thomas Tuchel said he ‌hoped his players would one day look back on finishing third at the World Cup with some pride, despite falling…

Sports Players of England pose on the podium after receiving the third place medals for winning the FIFA World Cup 2026 3rd place playoff match France against England, in Miami, Florida, USA, 18 July 2026. (EPA)

Saka’s Hat Trick Lifts England Past Mbappé and France 6-4 in Wild World Cup Third-Place Game

England and France delivered a thriller in a World Cup match that was supposed to be an afterthought. A day before Lionel Messi and Argentina were set to try…

Sports  Argentina's Lionel Messi kicks the ball during a training session on the eve of the World Cup final match in Morristown, NJ, Saturday, July 18, 2026. (AP)

Spain and Argentina Brace for World Cup Final

Lionel Messi's battle-hardened Argentina take on silky Spain in the World Cup final on Sunday as the first 48-team tournament in history reaches a climax in…

Sports Mercedes driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli of Italy finishes first during the Qualifying for the Formula One Belgian Grand Prix, in Francorchamps, Belgium, 18 July 2026. EPA/OLIVIER MATTHYS

Antonelli Takes Pole at Belgian Grand Prix

Championship leader Kimi Antonelli outpaced his rivals Saturday when he took pole position for the Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps. The teenage…

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Sports London, Britain - July 18, 2026 Britain's Josh Kerr celebrates after winning the men's 1 mile final and setting a new Meet Record, World Record, and Diamond League Record REUTERS/Matthew Childs

Josh Kerr Breaks Long-standing World Mile Record

Josh Kerr shattered the 27-year-old world mile record at London Stadium on Saturday as he made Project 222 a reality. The 28-year-old Briton, roared on by a…

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Sports Lionel Messi celebrating qualifying for the World Cup final (DPA)

Lionel Messi Speaks in Advance of World Cup Final, Says Argentina 'Will Give it Our All'

The lineup of sports legends simultaneously on the stage at Fanatics Fest on Friday night was almost absurd. There was Tom Brady, the greatest Super Bowl…

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