2030 FIFA World Cup will span across 3 continents and 6 countries, may expand to 64 teams

After 39 days, 72 group stage matches, the Round of 32, the Round of 16, the Quarterfinals, Semifinals, and third-place Bronze match, the 2026 FIFA World Cup concluded Sunday with Spain defeating Argentina 1 -0.  Now the world will have to wait four more years for the next World Cup in 2030 which will span across three continents and six countries

President Trump presents World Cup to Spain

As the president of one of the tournament’s host nations, Trump was there Sunday to help deliver soccer’s greatest prize to Spain.

Mbappé tops Messi for Golden Boot, all-time record

The race for the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot as the tournament’s top goal scorer came down to the final weekend. 

Shakira, Justin Bieber, Muppets take stage for World Cup halftime

A star-studded World Cup halftime show began with one of pop music’s biggest stars joined by two of the biggest stars in Brazilian soccer history. Madonna kicked off the celebration by performing her 2000 dance-pop hit "Music," flanked by Ronaldo and Ronaldinho. 

Saka leads England over France in thriller; 6-4, Mbappé passes Messi

England held on against a furious second-half comeback by France to win 6-4 and claim third place in the 2026 World Cup, while Kylian Mbappé laid down the gauntlet in the Golden Boot race.

GOAT to GOAT, Messi and Yamal meet in the World Cup
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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

How successful was USMNT during World Cup?
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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.