GOAT to GOAT, Messi and Yamal meet in the World Cup
On this week's Read Between the Sidelines, sports experts from Orlando, Tampa and Atlanta break down the top headlines and hot takes, from the Argentina vs. Spain FIFA World Cup Final, Conor McGregor's epic 69-second disappointment of a comeback and whether All-Star appearances should mean anything for an athlete's Hall of Fame case.
On this week's Read Between the Sidelines, sports experts from Orlando, Tampa and Atlanta break down the top headlines and hot takes, from the Argentina vs. Spain FIFA World Cup Final, Conor McGregor's epic 69-second disappointment of a comeback and whether All-Star appearances should mean anything for an athlete's Hall of Fame case.
FIFA World Cup: What to know about Argentina as they advance to the final
Argentina has advanced to the FIFA World Cup final after defeating England.
Argentina has advanced to the FIFA World Cup final after defeating England.
Greg Hawthorne, Super Bowl champion with Pittsburgh Steelers, dies at 69
Greg Hawthorne played five seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers and won a Super Bowl championship and later played for the New England Patriots and Indianapolis Colts.
Greg Hawthorne played five seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers and won a Super Bowl championship and later played for the New England Patriots and Indianapolis Colts.
Lake Mary 12U All-Stars begin quest to return to Little League Softball World Series
The Lake Mary 12U All-Stars are heading to Georgia with another championship in mind as they compete in the Little League Softball Southeast Regional for a chance to return to the Little League Softball World Series.
The Lake Mary 12U All-Stars are heading to Georgia with another championship in mind as they compete in the Little League Softball Southeast Regional for a chance to return to the Little League Softball World Series.
How Maradona’s 'Hand of God' fueled the Argentina-England rivalry
Just over 40 years ago, Argentina and England faced off in a World Cup match that saw two of soccer’s most famous goals.
Just over 40 years ago, Argentina and England faced off in a World Cup match that saw two of soccer’s most famous goals.
FIFA World Cup: What to know about Spain as they advance to the final
Spain has advanced to the final in the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating France 2-0 at Dallas Stadium on Tuesday.
Spain has advanced to the final in the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating France 2-0 at Dallas Stadium on Tuesday.
Houston Texans co-founder Janice McNair dies at 89
Houston Texans Co-Founder and Senior Chair Janice S. McNair has died at the age of 89, the organization says.
Houston Texans Co-Founder and Senior Chair Janice S. McNair has died at the age of 89, the organization says.
Orlando Magic play-by-play broadcaster David Steele retires after 37 seasons
David Steele, the longtime television and radio voice of the Orlando Magic, is retiring after 37 seasons with the franchise, the team announced Tuesday.
David Steele, the longtime television and radio voice of the Orlando Magic, is retiring after 37 seasons with the franchise, the team announced Tuesday.
MLB All-Star Game 2026: Where to watch and stream it
The 2026 MLB All-Star Game kicks off tonight at 8 p.m. ET in Philadelphia.
The 2026 MLB All-Star Game kicks off tonight at 8 p.m. ET in Philadelphia.
Erling Haaland brings stuffed raccoon from Dallas western store back to Norway
Erling Haaland loved Texas so much, he brought a kitschy piece of cowboy culture back with him to Norway after their World Cup exit.
Erling Haaland loved Texas so much, he brought a kitschy piece of cowboy culture back with him to Norway after their World Cup exit.
How successful was USMNT during World Cup?
Sports experts from Tampa, Orlando and Atlanta break down the top sports headlines, talkers, and hot takes. Which athletes could have saved the USMNT's World Cup dreams? And is LeBron James the most impactful player on the move this offseason?
Sports experts from Tampa, Orlando and Atlanta break down the top sports headlines, talkers, and hot takes. Which athletes could have saved the USMNT's World Cup dreams? And is LeBron James the most impactful player on the move this offseason?
GOP puts WNBA 'on notice' after recent treatment of star player Caitlin Clark
House Republican Study Committee members sent a letter to WNBA Commissioner Cathy Englebert claiming that the league has not consistently addressed physical contact involving Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark.
House Republican Study Committee members sent a letter to WNBA Commissioner Cathy Englebert claiming that the league has not consistently addressed physical contact involving Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark.
FIFA boss faces calls for investigation over Trump contact in red card reversal
European lawmakers are mobilizing to probe FIFA President Gianni Infantino after an unprecedented reversal of a World Cup suspension for U.S. striker Folarin Balogun.
European lawmakers are mobilizing to probe FIFA President Gianni Infantino after an unprecedented reversal of a World Cup suspension for U.S. striker Folarin Balogun.
US-Belgium was the most-watched soccer telecast in US history
The latest host-nation game between the United States and Belgium in the round of 16 was a hot ticket for fans and TV ratings, turning the broadcast into a ratings demon that now stands as the most-watched soccer telecast in U.S. history.
The latest host-nation game between the United States and Belgium in the round of 16 was a hot ticket for fans and TV ratings, turning the broadcast into a ratings demon that now stands as the most-watched soccer telecast in U.S. history.
FIFA probes incident between IShowSpeed and fan during World Cup
FIFA said it is investigating an incident involving streamer and YouTuber IShowSpeed and a fan in the stands during Friday's World Cup match between Argentina and Cape Verde.
FIFA said it is investigating an incident involving streamer and YouTuber IShowSpeed and a fan in the stands during Friday's World Cup match between Argentina and Cape Verde.
2 US soccer staff members suspended for Belgium game
While Folarin Balogun’s red-card suspension may have been lifted prior to the U.S. men’s soccer team’s eventual loss to Belgium on Monday night, two of the club’s staff members were not as fortunate.
While Folarin Balogun’s red-card suspension may have been lifted prior to the U.S. men’s soccer team’s eventual loss to Belgium on Monday night, two of the club’s staff members were not as fortunate.
Over 600 drones have now been seized near World Cup sites
More than 600 drones have been seized near FIFA World Cup venues since the tournament began, according to the TSA.
More than 600 drones have been seized near FIFA World Cup venues since the tournament began, according to the TSA.
Bucknell ex-coach charged after football player’s death
A former strength and conditioning coach at Bucknell University faces multiple charges, including felony aggravated hazing and reckless endangerment in the death of a football player who collapsed during training.
A former strength and conditioning coach at Bucknell University faces multiple charges, including felony aggravated hazing and reckless endangerment in the death of a football player who collapsed during training.
Late Dallas Cowboys DE Marshawn Kneeland diagnosed with CTE
Researchers at Boston University diagnosed former Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland with Stage 1 CTE following his death by suicide in North Texas last November.
Researchers at Boston University diagnosed former Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland with Stage 1 CTE following his death by suicide in North Texas last November.
US would face Spain in 2026 World Cup quarterfinal - if it gets past Belgium
The US will return to Los Angeles for a huge match against a soccer powerhouse.
The US will return to Los Angeles for a huge match against a soccer powerhouse.