FIFA studies expanding 2030 World Cup to 64 teams: Reuters

FIFA is studying whether to expand the 2030 men's World Cup from 48 to 64 teams, according to a document reviewed by Reuters, as the tournament prepares to celebrate its 100th anniversary.

Baker vs. the Bucs | Who wins the contract dispute?
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On this episode of Read Between the Sidelines, sports experts from Tampa, Orlando and Atlanta break down the top sports headlines, from whether LeBron James makes the Philadelphia 76ers the best team in the NBA Eastern Conference and who the biggest loser is in the contract dispute between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and their quarterback, Baker Mayfield.

Game, Set, Pickle: Major League Pickleball teams to play in Central Florida
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The pros are in Central Florida. Major League Pickle Ball teams hit the courts in Apopka. Fox 35's Laryssa Leone hits the court to celebrate 'The Picklr's' one anniversay. 

UFL to leave Birmingham, Houston amid expansion plans

The United Football League announced Thursday it will leave Birmingham and Houston as part of a long-term strategy to realign its markets and expand the league.

Taysom Hill announces departure from Saints after stellar nine-year run

Taysom Hill made a name for himself with the New Orleans Saints as a “Swiss Army Knife" for the franchise serving as a valued asset on offense as a runner, passer, and receiver.

Camping World Stadium seeks $54M parking garage as part of sweeping renovation plans

Florida Citrus Sports is seeking $54 million in Orange County tourism tax funding to build a four-level parking garage at Camping World Stadium that would include space for future electric air taxi operations.

Jordan Devey, Super Bowl-winning ex-Patriots lineman, dies

Jordan Devey, a former NFL offensive lineman who won Super Bowl XLIX with the New England Patriots, has died, his family confirmed this week.

49ers coach Kyle Shanahan suffers significant injuries in offseason car wreck

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan will have limited participation at the start of training camp after suffering a concussion, a broken nose, broken ribs, and hand injuries in a recent car crash.

Was Mbappe's Golden Boot fraudulent? LeBron watch
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On this week's episode of Read Between the Sidelines, sports experts from Orlando, Tampa and Atlanta break down the top sports headlines, from Kylian Mbappe's Golden Boot run highlighted by 2 goals in the FIFA World Cup Third Place game to whether the SEC should bother worrying about separating their football conference from the NCAA.

Why LeBron wants to finish his NBA career in Philly
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Independent Reporter Sean Green joins FOX 35's Laryssa Leone live via Zoom to break down NBA legend LeBron James choosing to sign a 2-year deal with the Philadelphia 76ers to join Joel Embiid and James Harden in what is likely the last leg of his legendary career after his time with the Los Angeles Lakers, Miami Heat and Cleveland Cavaliers

Camping World Stadium renovation to add new facade, expanded seating and fan amenities

Camping World Stadium is undergoing a major renovation that will include a redesigned exterior, expanded seating and new fan amenities as officials prepare to host larger events, including Jacksonville Jaguars games in 2027.

Teen gets hefty payout for rare find from NBA legend

A teen found a rare Los Angeles Lakers warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain and received a massive payout.

Miami Heat mistakenly post LeBron presser link
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Mateo Mayorga, Lead Writer with Five Reasons Sports Network joins FOX 35's Johnny Jackson via Zoom to break down the Miami Heat mistakenly posting a link to an introductory press conference with LeBron James on their YouTube channel and whether it could influence LeBron's decision on where he will play this NBA season.

Orlando teen returns home after historic Wimbledon boys' title win
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Sixteen-year-old Jordan Lee is back home in Orlando after making history at Wimbledon, becoming the first American in five years to win the boys' singles championship.

The End of an Era: "The Voice of the Orlando Magic" Play-by Play announces retirement
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Big changes are brewing at the Kia Center. As the Orlando Magic reset after a rollercoaster season, they’re also preparing to say goodbye to a legend. David Steele, the iconic "Voice of the Orlando Magic", is retiring. A staple of the franchise since 1989, Steele is hanging up the headset after 32 unforgettable seasons. He stopped by Good Day Orlando to look back on his legendary ride with the team.

Florida now requiring heart screenings for high school athletes

Florida high school students will now be required to undergo an electrocardiogram, or EKG, before participating in school sports under a new statewide law aimed at detecting potentially life-threatening heart conditions.