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Spain Outclasses France 2-0 to Reach 2026 World Cup Final
Spain dominated France 2-0 in the 2026 World Cup semifinal, advancing to their second-ever final against England or Argentina while France missed the championship match for the first time in three tou
Spain end France's 3rd-straight WC final bid
Spain defeated France 2-0 in their FIFA World Cup semifinal in Arlington, Texas, ending Les Bleus' bid to reach a third straight final and advancing to a July 19 title match against England or Argenti
WNBA Power Rankings: The Fever are running hot
The Indiana Fever rose to No. 4 in ESPN's WNBA Power Rankings behind Kelsey Mitchell's career-best scoring, while the Golden State Valkyries held the top spot on a seven-game winning streak.
Summer League Players Seek NCAA Return as Age Rule Takes Effect
With the NCAA's new age-based eligibility rule taking effect next month, agents for NBA Summer League players are already probing high-major college coaches about potential returns for 21- and 22-year
Kawhi Leonard-Clippers NBA Investigation Expands, Delays Raptors Trade
The NBA's 10-month investigation into Kawhi Leonard and the LA Clippers has expanded beyond the Aspiration sponsorship deal to examine other allegedly unreimbursed expenses and a possible second hidde
Spain Beat France 2-0 to Reach World Cup Final
Spain delivered a dominant 2-0 win over France in Dallas to reach their first World Cup final since 2010, with Rodri and Lamine Yamal starring as France's previously solid defense finally cracked.
Porro Doubles Spain's Lead Over France
Pedro Porro doubled Spain's lead over France in the 2026 World Cup semi-final, finishing a one-two combination with Dani Olmo.
France Face Spain in 2026 World Cup Semifinal
France face Spain on July 14 in the first semifinal of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Arlington, Texas, with the winner advancing to play either England or Argentina in the final.
Henderson & Quansah only England absentees for Argentina
England have just two absentees — Jordan Henderson and Jarell Quansah — for Wednesday's World Cup semi-final against Argentina, with Declan Rice expected to start after shaking off illness that disrup
Barca won't give up on Arsenal target Alvarez
Barcelona are refusing to abandon their pursuit of Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez, with president Joan Laporta confirming their £100m offer remains live and could be raised above £110m — despi
Scheffler 'at peace' as he defends Open after rare missed cut
Scottie Scheffler is 'at peace' heading into the 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale, arriving two days early after missing his first PGA Tour cut in nearly four years at the Genesis Scottish Op
IOC Complaint Targets Infantino Over Trump Intervention
FairSquare filed an IOC ethics complaint against FIFA's Infantino, alleging he breached political neutrality after Trump admitted personally intervening to lift USMNT striker Folarin Balogun's red car
Walker Wins 2026 Home Run Derby, Vows to Inspire Black Kids
St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker won the 2026 Home Run Derby with 31 homers on 50 swings, then said he hopes the victory inspires more Black children to pursue baseball as MLB's Black play
Model that nailed 17 majors fades Fleetwood at 2026 Open
The 2026 Open Championship begins Thursday at Royal Birkdale with Scottie Scheffler as the +700 defending-champion favorite, but SportsLine's computer model — fresh off nailing 17 majors — is calling
2026 MLB All-Stars: Misiorowski, Ohtani Headline Must-Watch List
ESPN's MLB experts and fellow All-Stars spotlight the singular skills — from Jacob Misiorowski's record fastball to Mason Miller's 101 mph heat and Kevin McGonigle's rookie plate discipline — that mak
Bueckers Calls Out WNBA's Lack of Black Women Head Coaches
Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers publicly called on the WNBA to give Black women equal opportunity to become head coaches, noting the league currently has zero Black women in those roles despite being
Royal Birkdale's Dry Firm Conditions Stun Open Field
Royal Birkdale Golf Club is hosting the 154th Open Championship under unusually dry, firm, and fast conditions, with unseasonably warm weather and no rain in the forecast prompting players to predict
How legal challenges by college basketball players could lead to 11th hour transfer portal chaos
A legal battle over fifth-year eligibility for college basketball players could force last-minute roster changes across the sport if court rulings allow recent seniors to return for the 2026-27 season
Arsenal agree £17m Trossard sale to Besiktas
Arsenal have agreed a £17m fee to sell Belgian forward Leandro Trossard to Turkish Süper Lig side Beşiktaş, who confirmed negotiations for his permanent transfer.
France face Spain in 2026 World Cup semi-finals
France face Spain in the 2026 World Cup semi-finals on Tuesday at 20:00 BST, with a BBC Sport video recapping all goals from France's run available to UK users only.
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