Sead Karaselimović joins OKC soccer project as sporting director
With a background spanning World Cups and MLS, Sead Karaselimović will lead player development and global outreach for Oklahoma City's upcoming professional soccer club.
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With a background spanning World Cups and MLS, Sead Karaselimović will lead player development and global outreach for Oklahoma City's upcoming professional soccer club.

A former University of Kansas standout, Lagerald Vick, was arrested after a shooting at a Memphis Fourth of July party. He faces attempted first‑degree murder charges, is being held on a $1.5 million bond and is scheduled for arraignment on July 13.

Florida Gulf Coast University celebrated a record-breaking performance at the 2026 MLB Amateur Draft, with five of its recent graduates hearing their names called, including four on the final day.

The 2026 MLB Draft in Philadelphia showcased the rise of West Virginia University players, from Montesa’s 72nd‑overall pick to Casteel’s high school dominance, highlighting both achievement and the looming decision on collegiate eligibility.
The arrest of former Kansas basketball player Lagerald Vick on serious felony charges has reignited scrutiny of his past conduct, from a 2015 Title IX investigation to an April burglary case and a July 4 shooting incident in Memphis.

AP photographer Ashley Landis documents Lautaro Martinez's dramatic overtime goal and his leap over LED boards to high‑five fans, a moment that blends sport, emotion, and technical mastery.

The 2026 Home Run Derby will be staged at Citizens Bank Park, streamed exclusively on Netflix, and feature an innovative outs‑based format with eight power hitters, including Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber, and rising international talents.

Switzerland’s coach Murat Yakin decried the officiating after a contentious match that saw Breel Embolo sent off and Lionel Messi confront the referee, sparking debate over bias.

Argentina overcame a controversial dismissal to defeat Switzerland 3-1, with Julian Alvarez netting the decisive goal in extra time, setting up a semifinal clash with England.

Argentina edged Switzerland 3-1 in a tense quarterfinal, with Julian Alvarez's extra‑time strike sealing the win after Lionel Messi's assist opened the scoring, while England dispatched Norway 2-1 thanks to Jude Bellingham's brace, both matches unfolding on U.S. soil.

Argentina edged Switzerland 3-1 in extra time, with decisive goals from Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez, sending the team into a semi-final clash against England in Atlanta.

Argentina's 3-1 extra-time victory over Switzerland propels them into the semifinals, where they will meet England on July 15 in Atlanta. Here’s what fans need to know about tickets, schedules, and the road to the final.

Federal authorities are examining more than $300 million in transfers linked to the Argentine Football Association, with a Miami company at the center of a web of shell entities and hidden financial flows.

Argentina's recent double triumphs have set the stage for a World Cup run led by Lionel Messi and a star‑studded roster, with a quarter‑final clash against Switzerland on the horizon.

Six World Cup matches turned Kansas City into a temporary world capital, uniting fans from dozens of nations and leaving a lasting imprint on the city’s identity.

At a press event in Kansas City, the minds behind Ted Lasso discussed the show’s role in the sport’s rising popularity, a trend that predates the series and is now amplified by the joint U.S.–Mexico–Canada World Cup.

Co‑creators Brendan Hunt and Jason Sudeikis explain how the show and the sport’s rising profile are reshaping American soccer culture ahead of the 2026 tournament.

Kansas City hosted six World Cup matches, welcoming fans from over 150 nations and transforming the Midwestern city into a vibrant international hub.

Six matches, over 150 nations, and a lasting economic ripple have turned Kansas City into a microcosm of the world’s love for soccer.

Six World Cup matches turned Kansas City into a vibrant hub of international fans, sparking community spirit and economic hopes.

Brendan Hunt and Jason Sudeikis discuss how the hit series has sparked interest in soccer across America, even as the game’s growth predates the show and the U.S. prepares to co‑host the 2026 World Cup.

Fans like Marcus Bowman and Estuardo Reyes share their excitement ahead of the Argentina‑Switzerland quarterfinal, while Swiss heritage groups and local businesses prepare special celebrations.

Kansas City hosted six World Cup matches, welcoming fans from over 150 nations and showcasing its capacity to unite diverse cultures through sport.

From a quarter‑final showdown to spontaneous cultural festivals, Kansas City became a crossroads of nations, leaving a legacy that extends into business, investment and community spirit.