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
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.
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.
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.
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.
Rising professional boxer Hannah Rapp killed in Texas bicycle collision, driver charged with manslaughter
A rising professional boxer was killed Saturday morning in Central Texas after a motorist allegedly reversed his vehicle and struck her as she rode her bicycle, authorities said.
A rising professional boxer was killed Saturday morning in Central Texas after a motorist allegedly reversed his vehicle and struck her as she rode her bicycle, authorities said.
England claims World Cup bronze after 10-goal thriller against France
Bukayo Saka scored a hat trick as England beat France 6-4 in a stunning World Cup third-place match.
Bukayo Saka scored a hat trick as England beat France 6-4 in a stunning World Cup third-place match.
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.
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.
Runner Josh Kerr breaks world record for fastest mile: See his time
Josh Kerr, a runner from Scotland, broke the world record Saturday for the fastest mile ever recorded.
Josh Kerr, a runner from Scotland, broke the world record Saturday for the fastest mile ever recorded.
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.