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UEFA prepares criminal complaint against FIFA's Infantino over scrapped World Cup stake plan
UEFA attorneys accuse FIFA President Gianni Infantino of devising a now-abandoned vehicle for personal profit involving selling stakes in the World Cup.
Semafor · +3 outlets
Champions League league-phase draw: PSG to face Man City, Aston Villa
The draw sets up marquee matchups for the 2026-27 Champions League league phase including European champions PSG vs. Premier League sides.
BBC Sport · +3 outlets
Seahawks sign Leonard Williams to 3-year, $90M extension
The deal makes Williams one of the NFL's highest-paid defensive tackles, locking up a key piece of Seattle's defensive line.
www.espn.com · +1 outlets
MLB proposes free agent frenzy period with limited signing windows
MLB has proposed restricting free agent signings to specific weeks in December and February each offseason, along with a ban on trades during the gap, as part o
www.espn.com · +2 outlets
Packers RB Josh Jacobs charged with misdemeanor battery, criminal damage
Green Bay's star running back faces two misdemeanor charges stemming from a May arrest, raising questions about a possible NFL suspension.
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Russell breaks 100m hurdles world record at Diamond League in Zurich
Masai Russell ran 12.09 seconds to break the women's 100m hurdles world record, while Alison dos Santos also broke the 400m hurdles world record on the same nig
BBC Sport · +1 outlets

NFL18 stories ›

Seahawks sign DL Leonard Williams to 3-year, $90M extension
Williams becomes one of the highest-paid defensive tackles in the NFL with the new deal.
profootballtalk · +2 outlets
Packers RB Josh Jacobs charged with misdemeanor battery, criminal damage to property
Jacobs faces potential NFL suspension under the Personal Conduct Policy after being formally charged by the Wisconsin district attorney.
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NFL ditches the Pro Bowl, will name 88-player Pro Bowl team instead
The league replaces the traditional Pro Bowl game with an honors-only selection process.
profootballtalk · +1 outlets
NFL bars first-year players who sign with college teams from returning in 2026
Former NFL players who return to college will be free agents in 2027 under the league's new policy.
profootballtalk · +1 outlets
Browns release veteran WR Cedric Tillman
Cleveland cut the 2023 third-round pick and claimed CB Mekhi Blackmon as a replacement.
profootballtalk · +2 outlets
Packers sign TE Jonnu Smith to one-year contract
Green Bay adds tight end depth behind Tucker Kraft late in the preseason.
profootballtalk · +2 outlets

NBA10 stories ›

Jeanie Buss asks court to block siblings' vote to sell Lakers shares
Jeanie Buss files a legal challenge in Los Angeles Superior Court against her siblings' vote to sell the family's remaining Lakers shares, threatening the team'
www.espn.com · +1 outlets
Raptors to retire Kyle Lowry's No. 7 jersey on Jan. 10
Kyle Lowry becomes the second player in Raptors history to have his number retired, with the ceremony scheduled after a home game against the 76ers.
www.espn.com · +1 outlets
Jonathan Kuminga agrees to 2-year, $12.4M deal with Timberwolves
The former Warriors forward joins Minnesota on a deal with a player option, expected to start at power forward.
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Bennedict Mathurin agrees to 2-year, $16M deal with Pelicans
The restricted free agent guard moves to New Orleans on a deal including a player option.
www.espn.com · +1 outlets
Klay Thompson says he chose Heat for chance to win again
Thompson discusses joining a revamped Miami team featuring Giannis Antetokounmpo and his motivation to compete at the highest level.
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Blake Griffin to host new late-night sports talk show
The former NBA star launches a weekly talk show debuting Oct. 20, recorded in front of a live studio audience.
www.espn.com · +1 outlets

MLB18 stories ›

MLB proposes free agent frenzy period similar to NFL, NBA
MLB has proposed limiting free agent signings to several weeks in December and then from early February each offseason, along with a ban on trades during the ga
www.espn.com · +1 outlets
Yankees reliever Fernando Cruz diagnosed with partial UCL tear
Yankees setup man Fernando Cruz has a partially torn UCL and is seeking additional opinions on whether to undergo surgery or attempt a non-surgical recovery.
MLB Trade Rumors · +1 outlets
Fernando Cruz diagnosed with partial UCL tear
Yankees reliever Fernando Cruz has a partially torn UCL and is weighing surgery against non-surgical options after seeking additional opinions.
MLB Trade Rumors · +1 outlets
Dodgers place Roki Sasaki on IL after blister forces early exit
Roki Sasaki will go on the 15-day injured list after leaving his start against the Braves due to a blister on his right middle finger.
MLB Trade Rumors · +2 outlets
Twins to promote top prospect Walker Jenkins
The Twins are calling up prospect Walker Jenkins for Friday's game, requiring a spot on both the active and 40-man rosters.
MLB Trade Rumors · +1 outlets
Shohei Ohtani may pitch Sunday; Tarik Skubal starts Friday in Detroit
Shohei Ohtani will throw another bullpen session that could lead to a start Sunday against the Tigers, while Tarik Skubal starts Friday at Comerica Park.
www.espn.com · +1 outlets

NHL

Jets star goalie Hellebuyck confirms trade request
Three-time Vezina Trophy winner Connor Hellebuyck publicly confirmed he asked the Winnipeg Jets to trade him.
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Arizona State investigates workout where hockey player collapsed
The university is looking into the circumstances of a conditioning session during which player Matthew Mayich collapsed.
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NHL on ESPN schedule: Where to watch 2026-27 games
ESPN's 2026-27 regular-season NHL schedule includes 100 exclusive games.
www.espn.com · +1 outlets
NHL free agency tracker: Contract details for all the latest signings
A running tracker of veteran additions teams are making in the 2026 free agency period.
www.espn.com · +1 outlets

CFB12 stories ›

Big 12, ACC join other Power 4 conferences in banning pros from returning to college sports
The Big 12 and ACC have now joined the SEC and other Power 4 conferences in unanimously passing bans on professionals returning to college rosters, with the SEC
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NFL memo: NCAA defectors cannot play in NFL in 2026
The NFL informed clubs that any player who returns to the college ranks will be barred from signing with an NFL team this season, tightening the eligibility lan
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Inside the chaos of NFL players returning to college football
NFL coaches, executives and agents describe a rapidly shifting new reality after the NCAA's five-for-five decision opened the door for players to return from th
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ACC expanding enhanced replay for football games in 2026
The ACC will give viewers inside access to replay center discussions for significantly more games this season.
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Poinsettia Bowl returning after nearly decade-long hiatus
The Poinsettia Bowl, a San Diego-based postseason game, is set to return this year after being absent for close to 10 years.
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Cal removing end zone seat tarps, expects sellout for opener vs. UCLA
Anticipating a full house for its Sept. 5 opener against UCLA, Cal is expanding capacity at Memorial Stadium by uncovering south end zone seats.
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CBB

ACC joins other Power 4 conferences in banning professionals from returning to college sports
The ACC passed a resolution banning pros from returning in football, men's and women's basketball, following similar actions by the Big 12, SEC, and Big Ten, wi
www.espn.com · +1 outlets
5-star Michigan freshman Brandon McCoy injured in exhibition win in Croatia
Five-star Michigan freshman guard Brandon McCoy was carried off the court with an injury during an exhibition game in Croatia, casting a shadow over the team's
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Iowa State's Killyan Toure has shoulder surgery, expected back in January
Iowa State men's basketball player Killyan Toure underwent successful right shoulder surgery and is projected to return to action in January.
www.espn.com · +1 outlets
Ranking the top 25 men's basketball recruits in the country post-summer
ESPN released an updated ranking of the top 25 high school basketball recruits, led by Beckham Black and featuring 16 seniors, six juniors, and three sophomores
www.espn.com · +1 outlets

Soccer18 stories ›

Champions League league-phase draw produces PSG-Barcelona, Arsenal-Real Madrid ties
Defending champions PSG face a tough road including Barcelona, Manchester City, and Aston Villa in the newly formatted league phase.
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UEFA preparing criminal complaint against FIFA president Infantino over World Cup selloff plan
UEFA pursues legal action in Swiss courts over Infantino's failed plan to sell future World Cup profits to private investors.
www.espn.com · +2 outlets
Liverpool close on $163M deal for PSG forward Bradley Barcola
Liverpool are nearing a club-record transfer for the PSG winger, raising questions about Cody Gakpo's future.
BBC Sport · +2 outlets
Chelsea agree £7.5M fee to sign Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez
The Argentina World Cup-winning goalkeeper is set to move to Stamford Bridge in a bargain deal.
BBC Sport · +2 outlets
Manchester City sign Lille's Ayyoub Bouaddi, rated as future midfield star
City tracked the 18-year-old Morocco international since he debuted at age 16 and paid €95M for his signing.
www.espn.com · +1 outlets
Chelsea agree £40M deal for Atalanta defender Honest Ahanor
The Blues continue their summer spending with a move for the highly rated Atalanta full-back.
BBC Sport · +1 outlets

Motor18 stories ›

FIA reveals ADUO engine rankings: Red Bull-Ford remains benchmark, Ferrari gets upgrade tokens
The FIA's latest Additional Development and Upgrade Opportunities (ADUO) evaluation keeps Red Bull-Ford as the top-ranked F1 power unit, while Ferrari and other
Motorsport.com · +2 outlets
Franco Colapinto signs contract extension with Alpine for 2027 F1 season
Alpine secures Colapinto alongside Pierre Gasly for a second full-time campaign, solidifying the team's driver lineup for 2027.
www.espn.com · +2 outlets
McLaren completes 30-hour endurance test with LMDh challenger ahead of WEC entry
McLaren's successful endurance simulation marks a key milestone as the manufacturer prepares to enter the World Endurance Championship Hypercar class next seaso
Motorsport.com · +1 outlets
Pramac Yamaha names Izan Guevara as Jack Miller's replacement for 2027 MotoGP season
Izan Guevara steps up from Moto2 to partner Toprak Razgatlioglu at Pramac, replacing Jack Miller who is expected to move to WorldSBK.
Motorsport.com · +1 outlets
Pirelli unveils 2027 MotoGP tyres with color-coded compound stripes
Pirelli adopts F1-style colour markings for its MotoGP tyre compounds as it replaces Michelin as the sole tyre supplier next season.
Motorsport.com
Ai Ogura undergoes surgery after training crash in Japan, out of Aragon GP
The third-placed MotoGP rider broke his thumb in a training accident and will miss the Aragon Grand Prix, compromising his championship fight.
Motorsport.com · +1 outlets

Golf11 stories ›

Good Good Golf relinquishes PGA Tour event sponsorship after Callaway cuts ties over ad backlash
A controversial Good Good video showing a man shoving a woman led Callaway to end its partnership and retailers to pull products, prompting Good Good to drop it
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LIV Golf scales back operations, cutting most of workforce as funding ends
LIV Golf announced it is reducing staff across most of the organization, signaling a major retrenchment as its current funding cycle concludes.
www.espn.com · +1 outlets
Min Woo Lee fires 62, takes two-shot lead at Tour Championship
Lee tied his career low on the PGA Tour to grab a commanding lead after the first round of the season-ending FedEx Cup finale.
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Scottie Scheffler nearly symptom-free, opens Tour Championship with 65
A week after struggling with hand, foot and mouth disease, Scheffler carded 5-under 65 to sit T-5 and said he is roughly 95% recovered.
www.espn.com · +1 outlets
Sei Young Kim shoots 64, leads FM Championship in Boston
Kim posted an 8-under 64 with a chip-in eagle to take the first-round lead at TPC Boston in the LPGA event.
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Anna Nordqvist to retire after FM Championship this weekend
The three-time major champion and Solheim Cup captain will end her playing career in Boston, shifting focus to health and family.
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Tennis8 stories ›

Alcaraz opens US Open title defense vs. Safiullin; Sinner injury shifts betting odds
Carlos Alcaraz begins his US Open title defense against Roman Safiullin, and with Jannik Sinner injured, Alcaraz enters as the betting favorite.
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Serena and Venus Williams receive wild card to play US Open doubles
The Williams sisters will team up for doubles at the US Open, an event they have won twice before.
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Roger Federer celebrated in US Open exhibition return against Andy Roddick
Five-time US Open champion Roger Federer played an exhibition match at Arthur Ashe Stadium against longtime rival Andy Roddick.
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Muchova, Mensik win US Open mixed doubles title
Karolina Muchova and Jakub Mensik defeated Belinda Bencic and Flavio Cobolli in the mixed doubles final.
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Williams and Alcaraz eliminated in US Open mixed doubles quarterfinals
Serena Williams and Carlos Alcaraz lost to Belinda Bencic and Flavio Cobolli in the mixed doubles quarterfinals.
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Wawrinka receives US Open wild card after social media farewell post
Stan Wawrinka, the 2016 US Open champion, was granted a wild card a day after posting what seemed to be a goodbye message to the tournament.
www.espn.com · +1 outlets

Fights8 stories ›

Song Yadong says beating Umar Nurmagomedov will earn him UFC title shot
Song Yadong views a win over Umar Nurmagomedov at UFC Shanghai as his path to a bantamweight title opportunity.
mmajunkie.usatoday · +2 outlets
Bella Mir addresses UFC fans after massive upset loss on Dana White's Contender Series
Bella Mir speaks out after suffering an upset defeat on DWCS, reaffirming her UFC aspirations.
msn · +1 outlets
UFC books another Dana White's Contender Series winner for debut fight
A recent DWCS contract winner has already been scheduled for a UFC debut bout.
si · +1 outlets
Carlos Prates says Islam Makhachev's UFC 330 performance reveals holes, boosts his confidence
Welterweight contender Carlos Prates believes he saw weaknesses in Makhachev's game at UFC 330 that make him more confident about a future fight.
bjpenn · +1 outlets
Carlos Ulberg targets early 2027 UFC return while protecting repaired ACL
Light heavyweight Carlos Ulberg says he aims for an early 2027 title defense as he continues rehab from ACL surgery.
middleeasy · +1 outlets
Jiri Prochazka clarifies return timeline for next UFC fight
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jiri Prochazka provides an update on when he expects to fight again.
si · +1 outlets

The Book10 stories ›

NFL renews FanDuel and DraftKings as official sports betting partners, adds Fanatics
The NFL heads into the new season with FanDuel, DraftKings, and new partner Fanatics Betting and Gaming as official sportsbook partners.
SBC Americas · +1 outlets
Gaming attorneys criticize CFTC's 'contemptuous' defiance of court orders over Kalshi
Attorneys on an Indian Gaming Association webcast said the CFTC took unprecedented steps by directing Kalshi to defy court orders.
SBC Americas
DraftKings faces California class-action suit over prediction markets as illegal sports betting
A new class-action lawsuit in federal court in California alleges DraftKings is conducting illegal sports betting via prediction markets, coinciding with its ad
SBC Americas · +2 outlets
Connecticut sues Kalshi for illegal unlicensed sports betting
Connecticut AG William Tong announced a state lawsuit against Kalshi after a federal judge denied the company's requests to stop enforcement.
SBC Americas · +1 outlets
Caesars Sportsbook fined $250k by New Jersey regulator for responsible gambling violations
Caesars reached a settlement with the New Jersey DGE, agreeing to pay a $251,250 fine and disgorge $45,465 for responsible gambling violations.
SBC Americas · +1 outlets
MLBPA tells Congress league 'balked' at prop bet ban, open to limiting player marketing tied to sportsbooks
Following the Bryce Harper-FanDuel controversy, the MLBPA told Congress it is open to banning players from personalized sportsbook marketing campaigns.
SBC Americas