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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…


Sports FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - Ballon d'Or - London Palladium, London, Britain - October 26, 2026 Bayern Munich's Harry Kane makes a speech after winning the men's Ballon d'Or award Action Images via Reuters/Matthew Childs/File Photo

Matthaeus: Ballon d'Or Title Will Help Keep Kane at Bayern

Winning the Ballon d'Or will help convince Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane to extend his deal with the German champions, former World Cup winner Lothar…

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Sports Protesters face police during a demonstration against rising living costs in Rennes, France, Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026. (AP Photo/Jeremias Gonzalez)

French Protests Push UEFA to Switch Date of Europa League Game in Rennes

The prospect of a general strike in France next week amid national protests on cost of living issues has pushed UEFA to change a Europa League match date in…

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Sports FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - LaLiga - FC Barcelona v Real Madrid - Spotify Camp Nou, Barcelona, Spain - October 25, 2026 Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe celebrates scoring their second goal REUTERS/Albert Gea/File Photo

Real Madrid Apologize to China Over Mbappe Comments

Spanish football giants Real Madrid apologized to China on Wednesday for star striker Kylian Mbappe's comments poking fun at Mao Zedong. "Real Madrid C.F…

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Sports An image of French footballer Kylian Mbappe is displayed at a soccer field in Beijing, China, 28 October 2026. EPA/WU HAO

China Says Takes Mbappe Apology 'Seriously'

China said Wednesday it took "seriously" an apology from football star Kylian Mbappe over comments making fun of former leader Mao Zedong. "We take…

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Sports  England's football player Harry Kane holds the player of the year trophy during the Ballon d'Or ceremony at the London Palladium Theatre in London, England, Monday, Oct. 26, 2026 . (AP)

Bayern ‘Risk’ Reaps Huge Reward for Ballon d’Or Winner Kane

The crowning moment of Harry Kane's career came back in his native city of London, but winning the Ballon d'Or would not have been possible without taking the …

Sports Carabao Cup - Fourth Round - Fleetwood Town v Arsenal - Highbury Stadium, Fleetwood, Britain - October 27, 2026 Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta during an interview after the match. (Reuters)

‘A Very Sad Day’: Arteta Despair as Arsenal Embarrassed by Fleetwood

Mikel Arteta said Arsenal's stunning League Cup defeat by fourth-tier Fleetwood was "a very sad day" as the Premier League champions suffered one of the most…

Sports Switzerland's Stan Wawrinka greets the fans after his final match in his career after losing the Round of 32 match against Czech Republic's Jiri Lehecka at the Swiss Indoors Basel tennis tournament, in Basel, Switzerland, 27 October 2026. EPA/CLAUDIO THOMA

Wawrinka Brings Career to a Close with Defeat in Basel

Three-time Grand Slam champion Stan Wawrinka played the final match of his career in front of home fans on Tuesday, bidding farewell to the sport following a 7…

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Sports  24 October 2026, United Kingdom, London: Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso appears dejected on the touchline during the English Premier League soccer match between Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur at Stamford Bridge. (dpa)

Chelsea’s Joao Pedro Out for ‘a Few Weeks’, Says Alonso

Chelsea forward ‌Joao Pedro is expected to be sidelined for a few weeks after suffering a thigh injury in training, manager Xabi Alonso said on Tuesday…

Sports  Football - Premier League - Sunderland v Leeds United - Stadium of Light, Sunderland, Britain - October 25, 2026 Sunderland's Granit Xhaka in action. (Reuters)

Xhaka and Embolo to Return to International Duty After COVID Test Investigation

The Swiss Football Association (SFV) ‌said on Tuesday that Granit Xhaka and Breel Embolo will be available for selection again next month, after…

Sports Head coach Vincent Kompany of Munich reacts before the German Bundesliga soccer match between FC Bayern Munich and RB Leipzig in Munich, Germany, 17 October 2026. (EPA)

Bayern’s Kompany Is Improving but No Comeback Date Yet, Says Assistant Coach Danks

Bayern Munich coach ‌Vincent Kompany is improving following a collapse in training last week and there is no date for his return yet, assistant coach…

Sports England and Bayern Munich forward Harry Kane reacts after receiving the Ballon d'Or award for the best male footballer during the 2026 Ballon d'Or France Football award ceremony at the Palladium Theatre in London on October 26, 2026. (AFP)

Ballon d’Or ‘Beyond Wildest Dreams’ but Kane Has Plenty More to Prove

Harry Kane is targeting Champions League glory for Bayern Munich and ending England's wait for a major international tournament after lifting the Ballon d'Or…

Sports France and Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe arrives at the Ballon d'Or in London. FRANCK FIFE / AFP

Mbappe Apologizes for Apparent Reference to Mao as a ‘Dictator’

Football star Kylian Mbappe apologized for comments in which he apparently referred to Mao Zedong, the founding leader of Communist China, as a dictator, after…

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Sports Wimbledon - All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, Britain - July 12, 2026 Italy's Jannik Sinner celebrates with the trophy after winning his final match against Germany's Alexander Zverev. (Reuters)

GEA Chairman Confirms Six Kings Slam Tennis Tournament at Riyadh Season with Sinner Returning

Chairman of Saudi Arabia's General Entertainment Authority (GEA) Turki Alalshikh confirmed on Monday that the Six Kings Slam will take place on December 27, 28…

Sports  Barcelona's head coach Hansi Flick gestures during a Spanish LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid in Barcelona, Spain, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026. (AP)

Barca’s Big-Game Defeats Pose Familiar Questions

After a superb start to the season Barcelona were brought crashing back down to earth by Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain last week, raising fresh doubts…

Sports  Real Madrid's head coach Jose Mourinho, left, shakes hands with Barcelona's head coach Hansi Flick during a Spanish LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid in Barcelona, Spain, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026. (AP)

Mourinho Gives Real Madrid the Answers to Barcelona Test in Return to Clasico

Real Madrid recorded just a ‌second victory in eight games against Barcelona on Sunday night, with the return of Jose Mourinho to the fixture haunting the…

Sports A view of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia to Kick Off 2027 Asian Cup Against Palestine in Riyadh

Saudi Arabia ‌will kick off next year's Asian Cup against Palestine in Riyadh on January 7, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) said on Monday after…

Sports  25 October 2026, US, Austin: Mercedes' Andrea Kimi Antonelli celebrates with the team following the United States Grand Prix at the Circuit of The Americas in Austin, Texas. (dpa)

Kimi Antonelli’s Austin Win Points to Potential Dominance in 2027, Not Just This Year

Victory in Texas didn't just put Kimi Antonelli on the verge of winning the Formula 1 title. It gave an important signal he could repeat the feat next year. …

Sports Statues of the Youth Olympics mascot Ayo the lion playing various sports have been installed throughout Dakar. SEYLLOU / AFP

Senegal to Host Youth Games, Africa's First Ever Olympics

Signs across the Senegalese capital proclaim "Africa welcomes, Dakar celebrates" ahead of the Youth Olympic Games, which will mark the continent's first time…

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Sports Harry Kane is the favorite to win the Ballon d'Or on Monday. Joe Klamar / AFP

Kane Primed to Pip Yamal, Mbappe to Ballon d'Or Glory

England captain Harry Kane is the favorite to win a wide open race to be crowned Ballon d'Or winner at a glitzy London ceremony on Monday, with Lamine Yamal…

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Sports  25 October 2026, United Kingdom, Manchester: Manchester United manager Michael Carrick waves after the English Premier League soccer match between Manchester United and AFC Bournemouth at Old Trafford. (dpa)

Carrick Unsure Over Man Utd Future After Bournemouth Loss

Michael Carrick said he will do what is best for Manchester United after a 3-0 demolition by Bournemouth plunged his future as manager into doubt on Sunday. …

Sports UEFA Champions League - Real Madrid v RB Leipzig - Estadio Bernabeu, Madrid, Spain - October 21, 2026 Real Madrid's Thibaut Courtois celebrates after the match. (Reuters)

Real Madrid Goalkeeper Courtois to Miss Clasico Due to Illness

Real ‌Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois will miss his side's LaLiga fixture at Barcelona on Sunday due to the flu, the club said in a statement. …

Sports Naomi Osaka is playing at the Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo. Yuichi YAMAZAKI / AFP

Naomi Osaka Could Quit Tennis if Daughter Asks Her To

Former world number one Naomi Osaka cast doubt on her future Sunday saying she would consider quitting tennis if her three-year-old daughter asked her to. …

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Sports Premier League - Chelsea v Tottenham Hotspur - Stamford Bridge, London, Britain - October 24, 2026 Tottenham Hotspur's Conor Gallagher celebrates after the match with James Maddison. (Reuters)

De Zerbi Hails ‘Complete’ Spurs After Historic Win at Chelsea

Roberto De Zerbi said Tottenham's historic 2-0 victory against London rivals Chelsea proved his side have a winning mentality as they banished their dismal…

Sports  Pole winner Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli, center, of Italy, poses with second place qualifier Red Bull driver Max Verstappen, left, of the Netherlands, and third place qualifier Red Bull driver Yuki Isack Hadjar, of France, following qualifying for the Formula One United States Grand Prix auto race in Austin, Texas, Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026. (AP)

Verstappen’s Advice to Antonelli: Enjoy the Ride and Celebrate

Max Verstappen advised Kimi Antonelli to enjoy the ride and get ready to celebrate as the Italian stands on the brink of becoming Formula One's youngest ever…