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Eleven Jayhawks have been named to the Shrine Bowl 1000 watch list, highlighting a mix of established veterans and impactful newcomers ahead of the 2026 season.
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Eleven Jayhawks have been named to the Shrine Bowl 1000 watch list, highlighting a mix of established veterans and impactful newcomers ahead of the 2026 season.

Manchester City have broken their own transfer record by securing Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest for £116 million ($155 million). The 23‑year‑old midfielder, who previously shone at Newcastle United and earned a bronze medal with England at the World Cup, expressed excitement about joining one of the world’s biggest clubs. The move comes as Pep Guardiola steps down and former Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca takes the reins, with director of football Hugo Viana highlighting Anderson’s energy and passing range.

The Dallas Stars’ recent contract with Jason Robertson highlights a league‑wide trend of clubs leveraging surplus salary‑cap capacity to influence the upcoming season, with several franchises poised to make significant moves before the first puck drops.

A recent decision by U.S. President Donald Trump to overturn a red‑card ban for Nigerian‑born midfielder Folarin Balogun has drawn a formal complaint from Norway's football federation, raising concerns about FIFA's neutrality.

An investigative trip to London and Edinburgh uncovers the distinct ways football and hockey fans experience their sports, from stadium design to media narratives.

A recent investigation of former British professional soccer players reveals structural brain differences and higher rates of anxiety and depression, yet shows no clear cognitive decline or direct link to Alzheimer’s disease.

Mapi León, a four‑time Champions League champion, has signed with London City Lionesses, joining a club owned by US entrepreneur Michele Kang. Her move comes as the team also welcomes Alexia Putellas and sees Ona Batlle head to Arsenal, marking a transformative offseason.

A look at how England, France, Spain and Argentina each share a distinct connection to Kentucky basketball as the World Cup reaches its final four.

A Imperial College London study presented at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference reveals structural brain alterations and heightened anxiety and depression among retired professional soccer players, while cognitive performance remains intact.

A recent Imperial College London study presented at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference reveals that retired British soccer players exhibit reduced brain tissue in memory and emotion regions, alongside higher rates of anxiety and depression, without evidence of cognitive impairment. The research, which compared 142 former players to 56 healthy controls, aims to track these athletes over decades to better understand dementia risk from repeated head impacts.

Despite a string of scandals — from racist remarks to sexual‑assault allegations and political meddling — the tournament continues to draw global attention, highlighted by standout displays from Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé.

Kelley Francis, a neuroscience graduate with a perfect GPA, moves from Bucknell University to Loughborough University to pursue a master’s in sport biomechanics, blending elite soccer with cutting‑edge research.

Michael Olise has chosen to represent France at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, drawing on his mother’s French lineage while navigating a family legacy that spans cricket, chess, and football.

The U.S. men’s national team’s early exit from the World Cup has reignited criticism of American soccer’s development model, with analysts questioning whether the tournament’s hype can translate into sustained growth for MLS and youth participation, while Canada looks to build on its co‑hosting success.

An exploration of how media personalities balance insightful analysis with the risk of controversy during major football tournaments.

The World Cup remains the most-watched soccer event in U.S. history, Justin Verlander announces his final season, and Arthur Féry’s Wimbledon run adds to the sports buzz

Andrey Santos, a promising midfielder at Chelsea, is looking to move to Manchester United for regular first‑team football. Chelsea values Santos highly but acknowledges his struggles in the Premier League. The club is also dealing with financial realities due to the absence of European football, leading to player exits like Marc Cucurella and Tyrique George.

The U.S. men's national team failed to advance past the round of 16 in the World Cup, a result that underscores the limitations of a pay‑to‑play system and raises questions about the nation's soccer identity.

A bony heel protrusion known as Haglund’s deformity is prompting players to alter boots and seek new therapies, while clinicians experiment with physiotherapy, shockwave treatment and surgery to keep athletes on the pitch.
A survey shows that a third of adults haven’t played football in six months, while 73% will watch games this summer; Carlsberg responds with ‘Goal Posters’ installed in London and Manchester, encouraging spontaneous play and aligning with its UEFA sponsorship.

Bayern Munich faces a setback with several star forwards missing the upcoming Asia preseason, while transfer activity continues elsewhere.

Analyst Phil Steele’s latest projection places the Kansas Jayhawks tied for 12th in the Big 12, highlighting a demanding schedule that includes a London trip and five conference road games, while noting the departure of quarterback Jalon Daniels and modest bowl prospects.
Four youth soccer coaches, scattered across continents, recount the excitement, atmosphere and personal moments they experienced while following the 2026 World Cup.

Cape Verde's surprising victory over Argentina has been eclipsed by investigations into several high‑profile players facing serious sexual assault allegations, sparking a debate over accountability and due process in global sport.