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World - The Wall Street Journal
Televisa Chairman Takes Leave Pending DOJ International Soccer Probe
Mexican tycoon Emilio Azcárraga is also taking leave as TelevisaUnivision director pending resolution of investigation involving FIFA.6 hours ago -
Sports - The New York Times
It’s Time For Soccer’s Nonsensical Penalty Shoot-Out Law to Be Rewritten
Defeats on penalties are still defeats and should be recognized as much, a columnist for The Athletic writes.8 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
‘Nonsense’: Putin denies any contact with Trump
During a press conference at the BRICS summit in Kazan, NBC News’ Keir Simmons asked Russian President Vladimir Putin about his rumored conversations with former President Trump, and also about the ...9 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Top stories - BBC News
Watch: Putin challenged over Ukraine war by BBC's Steve Rosenberg
The Russian president gave a news conference after hosting a summit of world leaders in Kazan.13 hours ago - Ukraine -
Sports - ABC News
Bologna-AC Milan soccer match postponed following extensive flooding
AC Milan’s weekend match at Bologna in Italy’s top soccer league has been postponed13 hours ago -
Sports - ESPN
Atlanta survives penalties, advances to face Miami
Atlanta United advanced to the MLS Cup playoffs with a 5-4 penalty-kick shootout victory over CF Montreal on Tuesday night after a 2-2 draw.Yesterday -
Sports - The New York Times
Tennis Needs Video Review, but the Sports Must Learn From Soccer’s Failures
The video review system in use continues to fall into traps that have encircled soccer, a columnist for The Athletic writes.Yesterday -
Sports - The New York Times
Why ‘Floppy’ Ankles Are a Blessing and a Curse for a Soccer Star
Harry Kane’s physiology predisposes him to injury but also aids his prolific scoring.Yesterday -
Business - MarketWatch
American Airlines to pay $50 million penalty for mistreatment of disabled fliers
American Airlines’ stock falls after $50 million settlement with DOT over mistreatment of disabled passengers.Yesterday - Travel -
Sports - The New York Times
The U.S. Men’s Soccer Team Has a Tricky Problem: Finding Fans
Profits are skyrocketing, but the average attendance at games is falling.2 days ago -
World - ABC News
Shooting at a soccer match in Jamaica leaves 5 dead and several injured
Police in Jamaica say five people were fatally shot and several injured at a soccer match2 days ago -
Sports - ABC News
Spanish and German soccer royalty collide in third round of Champions League games
It’s the best in Spain against German soccer royalty in the latest round of games in the Champions League3 days ago - UEFA Champions League -
World - The Guardian
Refereeing conspiracy theories are nonsense but stem from valid fears | Jonathan Wilson
As fans lose control of the sport and clubs they love to mega-rich owners, they turn instead on a familiar enemy: officials. Sign up to Soccer with Jonathan Wilson here Another weekend, ...3 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Max Verstappen tells McLaren to stop ‘complaining’ after Norris penalty
Norris penalised for passing title rival off track at US GP Verstappen extended championship lead to 57 points Max Verstappen has given a bullish reaction to criticism of his driving after a ...3 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Penalty 'momentum killer' for title hopes - Norris
Lando Norris says the decision to penalise him for a passing move on Max Verstappen in the United States Grand Prix was a “momentum killer” for his championship hopes.4 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Lando Norris hits out at ‘rushed decision’ on penalty after passing Verstappen
Briton’s overtaking of champion punished at US GP McLaren driver dropped from third to fourth as result Lando Norris and the McLaren team principal, Andrea Stella, have condemned the FIA ...4 days ago -
Sports - The New York Times
Loss, Confusion and Anger in Greece after the Death of a Soccer Player
Those who knew George Baldock speak of the day he died and what has happened since.4 days ago -
Sports - The New York Times
Inside Mauricio Pochettino’s First Month in Charge of U.S. Men’s Soccer
In just a few weeks, Pochettino and his staff have seen enough to understand the amount of work they have to do.6 days ago -
Sports - The New York Times
Boston’s New Soccer Team Apologizes for the Pain Its Launch Caused
An advertising campaign around Boston’s N.W.S.L. team drew sharp criticism.October 17 -
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Top stories - CBS News
Texas execution is latest death penalty case to proceed despite doubts
A Travis County judge Thursday night granted a temporary restraining order, pausing the execution to allow Robert Roberson to testify at a Texas House hearing next week.October 17 -
Sports - ESPN
NCAA closes loophole on Ducks' 12-man penalty
The NCAA is closing the loophole used by Oregon to shave time off the game clock at the end of Saturday's win over Ohio State, when the Ducks intentionally used 12 players on defense.October 17 -
Sports - ABC News
Tuchel's hiring by England sparks dismay and resignation among British soccer coaches
British soccer managers have reacted with disappointment and a degree of resignation after a German, Thomas Tuchel, was hired to take charge of England ahead of a homegrown coachOctober 17 -
World - The Guardian
Propelled by tech money, the menace of race science is back – and it’s just as nonsensical as ever | Adam Rutherford
Once thought extinct after the fall of empire, this debunked practice has re-emerged with support from rogue experts and rich backers. “Civilisation is going to pieces … if we don’t look out the ...October 17 -
Sports - ABC News
A German in charge of England? Nationality matters less than it used to in international soccer
England’s national team will have a foreign coach for the third time after hiring German Thomas TuchelOctober 17 -
Sports - The New York Times
Boston’s New Soccer Team Misses the Mark With Name and Marketing Campaign
The N.W.S.L. club will be called BOS Nation FC. No one could have been prepared for the video that came next, a columnist for The Athletic writes.October 16 -
Sports - ABC News
NCAA closes loophole that allowed Oregon to purposely induce late penalty in win
The NCAA football rules committee has issued guidance to close a loophole that allowed second-ranked Oregon to exploit an illegal substitution penalty late in its victory over Ohio State to take ...October 16 -
World - The New York Times
Appointment of Thomas Tuchel, a German, Is Met With Pushback From England Soccer Fans
The appointment of Thomas Tuchel to coach the England men’s national soccer team has provoked, well, some strong feelings.October 16 -
World - The Wall Street Journal
French Soccer Star Kylian Mbappé Denies Rape Report
Swedish prosecutors said they were investigating a rape allegation, without naming Mbappé directly, after the soccer star and his entourage visited Stockholm.October 16 - France -
Sports - The New York Times
What a Toothless Showing Against Mexico Means for U.S. Men’s Soccer
Mexico controlled much of the game and the U.S. failed to generate a shot on goal in the first half of a 2-0 loss.October 16 -
Sports - The New York Times
Why Naming a Foreign Soccer Coach Divides Opinion in England
England is set to appoint Thomas Tuchel as head coach. There’s already backlash from some about a German taking charge.October 16 -
Sports - ABC News
Mexico is struggling to stamp out a homophobic soccer chant ahead of the World Cup
Guadalajara is the capital of a Mexican state that is home to tequila and Mariachi musicOctober 16 - World Cup -
World - The New York Times
Wednesday Briefing: U.S. Warns it May Cut Israel’s Military Aid
Plus, an investigation into China’s panda breeding program.October 15 - Israel -
Top stories - NBC News
National Women's Soccer League reveals name for new Boston team
BOS Nation will begin playing in the league in 2026. The expansion of the NWSL into Boston was first announced last September.October 15 -
Top stories - BBC News
Lufthansa hit with record penalty after barring Jewish passengers
The German airline has agreed to pay $4m to resolve claims it discriminated against Jewish passengers.October 15 -
Sports - ESPN
Lanning: Ducks purposely induced 12-men penalty
Oregon coach Dan Lanning said his team took a 12 men on the field penalty late in Saturday's win over Ohio State on purpose in an effort to burn time off the clock.October 15 -
Sports - CBS Sports
Jets' Aaron Rodgers rips officials after penalties dominate game vs. Bills
The teams combined for 22 penalties for 204 yardsOctober 15 - NFL -
Sports - ABC News
Italy-Israel soccer match is held without incident despite security concerns
There were snipers on the roof of the stadium and a heavy police presence throughout the city of Udine for Italy’s home match against Israel on MondayOctober 14 - Israel -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Mexico faces deepening soccer crisis ahead of rivalry clash with USMNT
As the USMNT travels south to meet its archrival for the 78th time Tuesday the atmosphere around El Tri is fraught with discontent and unease.October 14 -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Bengals vs. Giants score: Cincinnati wins ugly 17-7 defensive slugfest at the Meadowlands on Sunday Night Football
Neither offense played well, but the Bengals' run game did just enough for the win.October 13 - NFL