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Saibari's Shootout Winner Sends Morocco Past the Netherlands, Earliest World Cup Exit for the Dutch

Saibari's Shootout Winner Sends Morocco Past the Netherlands, Earliest World Cup Exit for the Dutch

Ismael Saibari scored the decisive goal in a penalty shootout, and Morocco sent the Netherlands to its earliest World Cup exit, eliminating the Dutch 3–2 after a 1–1 draw on Monday night.
Paraguay Stuns Germany in Penalty Shootout for Biggest Upset of 2026 World Cup

Paraguay Stuns Germany in Penalty Shootout for Biggest Upset of 2026 World Cup

It was a major triumph for the landlocked South American country of 7 million people that's surrounded by soccer giants like Argentina and Brazil.
Close Call: Brazil Escapes Japan 2-1 With Late Goal

Close Call: Brazil Escapes Japan 2-1 With Late Goal

Brazil scored the game-winning goal, 6 minutes into stoppage time, to beat Japan 2-1 on Monday.
Former NFL Star, Ex-Titans Running Back Chris Johnson Diagnosed With ALS

Former NFL Star, Ex-Titans Running Back Chris Johnson Diagnosed With ALS

Johnson is participating in experimental treatments aimed at extending his life and advancing research toward a cure.
Cody Gakpo to Remain With Netherlands Team in World Cup After Tragic Loss of Unborn Son

Cody Gakpo to Remain With Netherlands Team in World Cup After Tragic Loss of Unborn Son

The forward has chosen to stay in the tournament as the team prepares for the knockout stage, despite his personal family tragedy.
Families of 2 Soccer Players Killed in Venezuela Earthquakes

Families of 2 Soccer Players Killed in Venezuela Earthquakes

The wife of Venezuelan player Héctor Bello sacrificed her own life to save their one-year-old daughter, while Argentine player Lucas Trejo's wife and two children were found dead.
What to Know as World Cup Knockout Round Begins

What to Know as World Cup Knockout Round Begins

Canada earns the first win, but 15 more games are left to play over the next five days.
Canada Beats South Africa 1–0 in World Cup's First Knockout Match

Canada Beats South Africa 1–0 in World Cup's First Knockout Match

Right after Canada finished its first knockout match victory in a World Cup, coach Jesse Marsch huddled his players on the grass of a stadium still in pandemonium and spoke from his heart—shouted, actually.
Bills Decide O.J. Simpson Will Not Be in ‘Wall of Fame’ at New Stadium

Bills Decide O.J. Simpson Will Not Be in ‘Wall of Fame’ at New Stadium

Pro Football Hall of Famer O.J. Simpson was the first member of the Buffalo Bills’ Wall of Fame in 1980 but he won’t be honored at the soon-to-open Highmark Stadium.
England Beats Panama 2–0 on Goals by Bellingham and Kane to Win Its World Cup Group

England Beats Panama 2–0 on Goals by Bellingham and Kane to Win Its World Cup Group

Jude Bellingham, Harry Kane and England's fervid fans made MetLife Stadium feel like Wembley. They hope for a repeat at next month's World Cup final.
Ronaldo, Portugal vs. Colombia in Final Group Games

Ronaldo, Portugal vs. Colombia in Final Group Games

Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal will face Colombia on Saturday night, with the winner getting first place in Group K. Meanwhile, Lionel Messi and Argentina face Jordan, though Messi will not be in the starting lineup with Argentina having already clinched their spot in the next round.
Bulls’ Caleb Wilson Wants to Be Rookie of the Year, and the Greatest of All Time

Bulls’ Caleb Wilson Wants to Be Rookie of the Year, and the Greatest of All Time

The Bulls took Wilson fourth overall out of North Carolina in the 2026 NBA Draft last week.
Cape Verde Advances to Elimination Round in World Cup Debut

Cape Verde Advances to Elimination Round in World Cup Debut

They become the smallest nation to go beyond the preliminary group stage.
Novak Djokovic Joins Private Equity Firm General Atlantic as Global Strategic Adviser

Novak Djokovic Joins Private Equity Firm General Atlantic as Global Strategic Adviser

The 24-time Grand Slam champion will help General Atlantic expand into the health and wellness sector.
Norwegian Soccer Fans Get Creative With Viking History During World Cup Celebrations

Norwegian Soccer Fans Get Creative With Viking History During World Cup Celebrations

Soccer fans are enjoying the Norwegians’ contribution to the FIFA World Cup 2026—both on and off the field.
Tennis Hall of Famer Chris Evert Says She Will Miss Wimbledon After Recurrence of Ovarian Cancer

Tennis Hall of Famer Chris Evert Says She Will Miss Wimbledon After Recurrence of Ovarian Cancer

Tennis Hall of Famer Chris Evert said Thursday her ovarian cancer has returned and treatment will prevent her from attending Wimbledon this year.
Joe Doering, Pro Wrestler, Dies at 44 After Battle With Brain Cancer

Joe Doering, Pro Wrestler, Dies at 44 After Battle With Brain Cancer

“At 9:13 a.m. today, June 26, our brother Joe Doering passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family,” Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling said.
US Seizes Nearly 400 Websites That Were Illegally Streaming World Cup, DOJ Says

US Seizes Nearly 400 Websites That Were Illegally Streaming World Cup, DOJ Says

The Department of Justice said the domains were identified with the assistance of soccer governing body FIFA and others, including NBC Universal and Warner Brothers.
Dembele's Hat Trick Leads France to 4–1 Win Over Norway

Dembele's Hat Trick Leads France to 4–1 Win Over Norway

Ousmane Dembele scored 3 goals—all in the first half—as France beat Norway Friday afternoon 4–1.
Saibari's Shootout Winner Sends Morocco Past the Netherlands, Earliest World Cup Exit for the Dutch

Saibari's Shootout Winner Sends Morocco Past the Netherlands, Earliest World Cup Exit for the Dutch

Ismael Saibari scored the decisive goal in a penalty shootout, and Morocco sent the Netherlands to its earliest World Cup exit, eliminating the Dutch 3–2 after a 1–1 draw on Monday night.
Paraguay Stuns Germany in Penalty Shootout for Biggest Upset of 2026 World Cup

Paraguay Stuns Germany in Penalty Shootout for Biggest Upset of 2026 World Cup

It was a major triumph for the landlocked South American country of 7 million people that's surrounded by soccer giants like Argentina and Brazil.
Close Call: Brazil Escapes Japan 2-1 With Late Goal

Close Call: Brazil Escapes Japan 2-1 With Late Goal

Brazil scored the game-winning goal, 6 minutes into stoppage time, to beat Japan 2-1 on Monday.
Former NFL Star, Ex-Titans Running Back Chris Johnson Diagnosed With ALS

Former NFL Star, Ex-Titans Running Back Chris Johnson Diagnosed With ALS

Johnson is participating in experimental treatments aimed at extending his life and advancing research toward a cure.
Cody Gakpo to Remain With Netherlands Team in World Cup After Tragic Loss of Unborn Son

Cody Gakpo to Remain With Netherlands Team in World Cup After Tragic Loss of Unborn Son

The forward has chosen to stay in the tournament as the team prepares for the knockout stage, despite his personal family tragedy.
Families of 2 Soccer Players Killed in Venezuela Earthquakes

Families of 2 Soccer Players Killed in Venezuela Earthquakes

The wife of Venezuelan player Héctor Bello sacrificed her own life to save their one-year-old daughter, while Argentine player Lucas Trejo's wife and two children were found dead.
What to Know as World Cup Knockout Round Begins

What to Know as World Cup Knockout Round Begins

Canada earns the first win, but 15 more games are left to play over the next five days.
Canada Beats South Africa 1–0 in World Cup's First Knockout Match

Canada Beats South Africa 1–0 in World Cup's First Knockout Match

Right after Canada finished its first knockout match victory in a World Cup, coach Jesse Marsch huddled his players on the grass of a stadium still in pandemonium and spoke from his heart—shouted, actually.
Bills Decide O.J. Simpson Will Not Be in ‘Wall of Fame’ at New Stadium

Bills Decide O.J. Simpson Will Not Be in ‘Wall of Fame’ at New Stadium

Pro Football Hall of Famer O.J. Simpson was the first member of the Buffalo Bills’ Wall of Fame in 1980 but he won’t be honored at the soon-to-open Highmark Stadium.
England Beats Panama 2–0 on Goals by Bellingham and Kane to Win Its World Cup Group

England Beats Panama 2–0 on Goals by Bellingham and Kane to Win Its World Cup Group

Jude Bellingham, Harry Kane and England's fervid fans made MetLife Stadium feel like Wembley. They hope for a repeat at next month's World Cup final.
Ronaldo, Portugal vs. Colombia in Final Group Games

Ronaldo, Portugal vs. Colombia in Final Group Games

Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal will face Colombia on Saturday night, with the winner getting first place in Group K. Meanwhile, Lionel Messi and Argentina face Jordan, though Messi will not be in the starting lineup with Argentina having already clinched their spot in the next round.
Bulls’ Caleb Wilson Wants to Be Rookie of the Year, and the Greatest of All Time

Bulls’ Caleb Wilson Wants to Be Rookie of the Year, and the Greatest of All Time

The Bulls took Wilson fourth overall out of North Carolina in the 2026 NBA Draft last week.
Cape Verde Advances to Elimination Round in World Cup Debut

Cape Verde Advances to Elimination Round in World Cup Debut

They become the smallest nation to go beyond the preliminary group stage.
Novak Djokovic Joins Private Equity Firm General Atlantic as Global Strategic Adviser

Novak Djokovic Joins Private Equity Firm General Atlantic as Global Strategic Adviser

The 24-time Grand Slam champion will help General Atlantic expand into the health and wellness sector.
Norwegian Soccer Fans Get Creative With Viking History During World Cup Celebrations

Norwegian Soccer Fans Get Creative With Viking History During World Cup Celebrations

Soccer fans are enjoying the Norwegians’ contribution to the FIFA World Cup 2026—both on and off the field.
Tennis Hall of Famer Chris Evert Says She Will Miss Wimbledon After Recurrence of Ovarian Cancer

Tennis Hall of Famer Chris Evert Says She Will Miss Wimbledon After Recurrence of Ovarian Cancer

Tennis Hall of Famer Chris Evert said Thursday her ovarian cancer has returned and treatment will prevent her from attending Wimbledon this year.
Joe Doering, Pro Wrestler, Dies at 44 After Battle With Brain Cancer

Joe Doering, Pro Wrestler, Dies at 44 After Battle With Brain Cancer

“At 9:13 a.m. today, June 26, our brother Joe Doering passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family,” Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling said.
US Seizes Nearly 400 Websites That Were Illegally Streaming World Cup, DOJ Says

US Seizes Nearly 400 Websites That Were Illegally Streaming World Cup, DOJ Says

The Department of Justice said the domains were identified with the assistance of soccer governing body FIFA and others, including NBC Universal and Warner Brothers.
Dembele's Hat Trick Leads France to 4–1 Win Over Norway

Dembele's Hat Trick Leads France to 4–1 Win Over Norway

Ousmane Dembele scored 3 goals—all in the first half—as France beat Norway Friday afternoon 4–1.