Former 49ers linebacker Aldon Smith dies at 36

Smith was originally drafted by the San Francisco 49ers as the seventh overall selection in the 2011 NFL Draft, and he played in 50 games during his four years with the team.

As soccer's popularity grows, young Central Florida players chase big dreams
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As soccer's popularity continues to grow across the United States ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, youth players and coaches in Central Florida say the sport is creating new opportunities for the next generation.

Inside the Octagon at the White House

What has been a spectacle to the casual observer over the past few weeks, the massive set built to house one of the year’s biggest sporting events, is set to take place this weekend.

Why Wemby is the next great New York sports villain
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On this episode of Read Between the Sidelines, sports experts from Tampa, Orlando and Atlanta break down the top headlines in sports, from the World Cup kickoff to Victor Wembanyama's place in the legends of New York sports villains and the Brendan Sorsby injunction that rocked the college football world.

White House UFC fight could cost $60M, involve multiple federal agencies

New legal filings have offered a glimpse at the potential cost of President Donald Trump’s planned UFC fight event on the South Lawn of the White House scheduled for this weekend.

England v. Costa Rica game: Kick-off delayed due to weather

A pre-World Cup soccer match between England and Costa Rica is set for Wednesday at Inter & Co. Stadium in downtown Orlando.

How to watch the 2026 World Cup

The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off on June 11, marking the start of a historic 48-team tournament. Fans can catch the action live as FOX and FOX Sports broadcast all 104 matches.

Orlando to host women’s boxing world title card at Caribe Royale Resort

Some of the top women’s boxers in the world will take center stage Saturday night in Orlando as Caribe Royale Resort hosts a four-fight world championship card promoted by Most Valuable Promotions.

FSU softball star Isa Torres enters the transfer portal
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William McBroom, Sports Director with V89 and Executive Producer of Tomhawk Talk joins FOX 35's Johnny Jackson to break down the reaction in Tallahassee to FSU star shortstop Isa Torres announcing she will enter the transfer portal after 3 years at Florida State, what it means for the softball team and FSU's place in college sports.

World Cup 2026: These players competing in the soccer tournament play for professional clubs

With the 2026 World Cup just days away, here is a complete guide to the soccer club teams that Team USA’s players call home when they aren't wearing the stars and stripes on the global stage.

New lawsuit challenges UFC event at White House on Trump’s birthday

With just over a week to go until UFC combatants square off on the White House South Lawn, a new federal lawsuit looks to stop the June 14 event.

World Cup opening ceremonies: What to know

The 2026 World Cup ceremonies are taking place in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico and will celebrate sports and soccer, while representing the host nations' cultures.

The Final Countdown to FIFA World Cup 2026 | Futbol HQ
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Around the country and coast-to-coast, we check in the host cities counting down to the kick-off of FIFA World Cup 2026 - starting in less than one week!