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Fifteen former Fighting Irish players have launched professional careers in leagues spanning Europe, Asia, and the Americas, showcasing diverse performances and statistical highlights.
The inaugural meeting of the International Wheelchair Basketball Federation’s Players’ Commission took place in Mies, Switzerland, bringing together athlete leaders from across the globe.
Maddie DiMaria, a junior at Cor Jesu High School in Missouri, has been named the 2025‑2026 Gatorade National Girls Soccer Player of the Year for the second consecutive season. With 142 goals to her name, she will join the U.S. U-17 Women's National Team camp in Japan before graduating early and committing to the University of North Carolina.
Despite not being geographically European, Israel remains entrenched in UEFA competitions. Historical roots, political flashpoints and recent diplomatic shifts shape a complex landscape as the nation eyes future tournaments.
A look at the structural challenges, recent reforms, and grassroots hopes shaping the future of Chinese football.
In a recent interview, Tyler Adams discussed the U.S. Men's National Team's unprecedented progress in the FIFA World Cup, highlighting the role of coach Mauricio Pochettino and the potential legacy for soccer in America.
With the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup just a year away, Brazil’s recent dominance, tactical evolution under Arthur Elias, and the rise of other elite teams set the stage for a fiercely contested global event.
The Savannah Bananas' recent barnstorming tour, highlighted by a 102,000‑strong crowd in Texas, revives a tradition that once broke racial barriers and brought baseball to diverse communities across America.
A look at the World Cup jerseys that have become as memorable as the moments and players they represent, highlighting design milestones, brand collaborations, and the athletes who immortalized them.
Eataly unveils its largest campaign to date, a heartfelt film titled 'The Piazza' that features soccer legend Alessandro Del Piero and highlights Italian passion, food and family amid a cultural moment without a major tournament.
The United States men's team has won its first two World Cup group games, scoring six goals and securing a knockout berth. With key players navigating cautions and health concerns, the final match could set up a clash with traditional powerhouses.
The Athletic offers daily forecasts for the tournament, featuring expert insights, fan predictions and a unique leaderboard that tracks accuracy.
Dante Moore hosted a youth camp at Marist Catholic High School, surprised a second‑grade class in Eugene, and is set to lead a showcase in Japan while continuing his habit of community engagement.
The Dutch national team settled for a two‑all stalemate against Japan, while Sweden cruised to a five‑one win over Tunisia. With the group standings tightening, the Netherlands must avoid a slip‑up in their next encounter.
The 2026 Honkbalweek Haarlem tournament will gather top international teams and MLB prospects in the Netherlands, offering a showcase of future stars and historic baseball tradition.
After a two‑year experiment in the United States, veteran pitcher Shinnosuke Ogasawara has signed with the Yomiuri Giants, aiming to reinforce a rotation that is already among the league’s best.
The Athletic’s daily World Cup predictions blend expert insight with a playful competition, recapping Matchday 9’s key results and previewing the decisive fixtures of Matchday 10.
Paraguay edged Turkey 1-0 in a tense World Cup encounter, with Matías Galarza’s early strike and Miguel Almirón’s dismissal shaping a group‑stage climax.
Kentucky will field six prospects at the 2026 FIBA U17 Men’s World Cup in Istanbul, where the U.S. team aims to extend its perfect record and battle France, Japan and Italy in the group stage before a single‑elimination knockout.
The opening phase of the 2026 World Cup saw underdog nations score historic milestones while traditional powers delivered dominant displays, setting the stage for a knockout round full of intrigue.
Elyse and Darren Bertram have turned World Cup attendance into a family ritual that spans seven tournaments, blending patriotic flair with a passion for the beautiful game.
Azzi Fudd, the top 2026 draft pick, has signed with the newly launched international basketball league Project B, joining a roster of WNBA stars in a venture backed by tech veterans and LeBron James' partner, aiming for a global schedule that blends sport with business equity.
Every June, Fairbanks hosts the Midnight Sun Baseball Game, a century‑old contest played under the glow of the summer solstice. The event blends sport, music and quirky fan rituals, drawing future Hall‑of‑Famers and thousands of spectators.
PixVerse’s new partnership with the iconic Captain Tsubasa manga brings AI‑driven video creation to fans, offering templates, a prize‑filled challenge and global reach.