Spirit win NWSL Challenge Cup in PK shootout

The Washington Spirit won the NWSL Challenge Cup on Thursday defeating the Orlando Pride 4-2 in a penalty shootout, thanks to a crucial save by Aubrey Kingsbury.

ESPN - 1d

Italy's Paris wins World Cup downhill to prevent Swiss sweep, Odermatt closes in on overall title

Italian veteran Dominik Paris has prevented a Swiss sweep of the podium by winning a men’s World Cup downhill race

ABC News - 2d

Five-try Scotland survive spirited Wales comeback

Five-try Scotland overcome a hugely spirited Wales in a frenetic Six Nations contest at Murrayfield, condemning the visitors to a 16th defeat in a row.

BBC News - 1d

How NWSL, its players plan to thrive without college drafts

The NWSL has broken out of the American mold and gotten rid of all drafts -- no college draft, no expansion draft, nothing. How will that work?

ESPN - 4h

Celtic's 'physical beast' Maeda makes mark yet again in Scottish Cup win

Celtic forward Daizen Maeda has been described as a "machine" and a "physical beast" and is having the season of his career.

BBC News - 2h

Panama Will Release Migrants From Detention Camp, Challenging Trump’s Deportation Efforts

More than 100 people deported by the United States have been held in a remote camp for weeks. Their release could pose a challenge to President Trump’s deportation efforts.

The New York Times - 1d

Trump to lead task force for 2026 World Cup

President Donald Trump created a task force Friday to prepare for the 2026 World Cup, which will bring the globe's premier soccer tournament to North America.

ESPN - 1d

NWSL confirms probe into Bay FC coaching staff

An investigation has been opened into the technical staff of Bay FC, National Women's Soccer League commissioner Jessica Berman confirmed on Friday.

ESPN - 1d

Louisiana death row inmate challenges nitrogen gas as execution method

Jessie Hoffman Jr, who would become first person state killed this way, says his religious rights would be violated. A man scheduled to become the first person executed by nitrogen gas in Louisiana ...

The Guardian - 1d

Goodyear option tire returns to Cup Series for Phoenix spring race

NASCAR announced on Jan. 22 that the Goodyear option tire will return to the NASCAR Cup Series for the spring weekend at Phoenix Raceway. It will be the same process that was utilized for the ...

Yahoo Sports - 2d

NASCAR's penalty to Austin Cindric wasn't enough for some Cup drivers

Some NASCAR Cup drivers suggest Austin Cindric should have been suspended for hooking Ty Dillon at COTA.

Yahoo Sports - 22h

MLS Cup champ Galaxy out of GAM salary space

Reigning MLS Cup champion the LA Galaxy has exhausted its supply of 2025 General Allocation Money (GAM), MLS announced on Friday.

ESPN - 1d

Trump creates 2026 FIFA World Cup task force

"I think it's going to make it more exciting," Mr. Trump said of playing the World Cup amid sharp rhetoric between leaders of the host nations amid the on-again, off-again tariffs.

CBS News - 1d

Celtics prepare for a championship repeat as true challengers rise

The defending champions have a more difficult road in front of them in their repeat bid, and they are well aware of it.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Mikaela Shiffrin sets World Cup podiums record taking 3rd place in slalom race

Mikaela Shiffrin set an all-time World Cup record Sunday with her 156th podium finish though she let victory slip away in a slalom.

NBC News - 4h

Hugging Face co-founder Thomas Wolf just challenged Anthropic CEO’s vision for AI’s future — and the $130 billion industry is taking notice

Hugging Face co-founder Thomas Wolf challenges Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei's "compressed 21st century" vision, arguing AI systems are building "yes-men on servers" rather than the revolutionary ...

VentureBeat - 3d

FIFA, Infantino can have a World Cup halftime show: Just end it in 15 minutes

I don't mind FIFA adding a Super Bowl-style halftime show during the 2026 World Cup final -- as long as they don't mess with the most important thing in soccer: halftime can't be longer than 15 ...

ESPN - 4h

The US economy is heading for recession

Donald Trump’s policy agenda is sapping American animal spirits

Financial Times - 8h

Weston and Stoecker win silver at skeleton Worlds

Great Britain duo Matt Weston and Tabby Stoecker win team silver at the skeleton World Championships in Lake Placid, USA.

Yahoo Sports - 11h

UFC 313 results: Ankalaev dethrones Pereira, wins by unanimous decision

The UFC's light heavyweight division has a new champion, following Magomed Ankalaev's win over Alex Pereira.

ESPN - 15h

India edge out New Zealand to win Champions Trophy

India win the Champions Trophy for a record third time after a four-wicket victory over New Zealand in Dubai.

BBC News - 3h

GB win three silvers on final day of European Indoors

Great Britain win three silvers on the final day of the European Athletics Indoor Championships to finish with seven medals.

BBC News - 1h

Mainz up to third in Bundesliga after win at Borussia Mönchengladbach

Mainz has kept up its push for a place in next year’s Champions League with a 3-1 win at Borussia Mönchengladbach

ABC News - 1d

GB's Azu claims 60m gold as Robertson wins bronze

Great Britain's Jeremiah Azu claims men's 60m gold at the European Athletics Indoor Championships, as team-mate Andrew Robertson wins bronze.

BBC News - 23h

GB's Kartal earns career-best win at Indian Wells

British lucky loser Sonay Kartal continues to make the most of her reprieve at Indian Wells by earning the biggest win of her career.

BBC News - 21h

'We showed a real mentality' - light at end of tunnel for Tottenham?

Manager Ange Postecoglou hails Tottenham's spirit after his side come from behind to draw with Bournemouth.

BBC News - 54m

NASCAR Saturday schedule at Phoenix Raceway

The Xfinity and Cup Series will be on track at the 1-mile oval.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

The Biggest Winners and Losers After the N.H.L. Trade Deadline

Two trades have reshaped the Stanley Cup race after a wild week.

The New York Times - 7h

14-year-old arrested as officer is killed, another wounded in New Jersey shooting

A 14-year-old was taken into custody on murder charges following a shootout with Newark, New Jersey, police officers Friday evening that left one dead and a second hospitalized, officials said.

NBC News - 21h

Garcia wins in Hong Kong; Phil on 1st LIV podium

Sergio Garcia carded a 7-under 63 to capture a double victory at LIV Golf Hong Kong, winning both the individual and team titles. Phil Mickelson shot a 64 to stand on his first podium as a LIV member.

ESPN - 3h

Will Nisbet land Scotland recall after Aberdeen march on in cup?

Aberdeen's Kevin Nisbet has scored five goals in six games - is he thrusting himself back into the Scotland picture?

BBC News - 1d

Phoenix starting lineup: William Byron claims NASCAR Cup pole

Spire Motorsports placed all three of its cars in the top 10.

Yahoo Sports - 23h

Arsenal v Liverpool: Women’s FA Cup quarter-final – live

Updates from the 2.30pm GMT kick-off at Meadow Park Email Dominic | Get our women’s football newsletter Here we go then, as the whistle from referee Stacey Pearson gets us going at a ...

The Guardian - 5h

NHL playoff watch: Jets-Hurricanes a Stanley Cup Final preview?

Two of the league's best square off in a matchup that could repeat in June. Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings, more.

ESPN - 41m

NASCAR at Phoenix: Where to watch, start time, lineup, preview, pick to win for the Shriners Children's 500

Christopher Bell looks for three wins in a row as NASCAR heads out west

CBS Sports - 23h

Jeremiah Azu wins European Indoor gold for Britain in men’s 60m

23-year-old takes title one week after becoming father ‘It’s a huge moment becoming a European champion’ It took 6.49sec of staggering power and fluency for Jeremiah Azu to win the 60m European ...

The Guardian - 23h