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Haaland propels Man City to the summit of the Premier League

Manchester City's players celebrates after a score

Even though Erling Haaland is likely to miss the Ballon d’Or next week, his bid to win it in 2025 is already in progress. Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior is the top contender for soccer’s most…

Step aside, Messi and Ronaldo. A fresh wave of soccer talent is emerging to compete for the Ballon d’Or

Vinicius Junior celebrates after scoring a goal

No Lionel Messi. No Cristiano Ronaldo. When the Ballon d’Or is presented at a ceremony in Paris on Monday, it will mark the beginning of a new chapter in soccer. There is also a feeling…

The Tennessee Titans are making several roster changes to address injuries and trades

Brian Callahan reacts in the 2nd half

The Tennessee Titans promoted three players from their practice squad to the active roster on Saturday and put offensive lineman Jaelyn Duncan on injured reserve among several changes. The Titans (1-5) announced that cornerback L’Jarius…

Hall of Famer Andre Johnson and the Houston Texans promote women’s involvement in flag football.

Players with Westbury High School girls flag football team

Pro Football Hall of Famer Andre Johnson quickly shared his advice for girls interested in playing football. “Tell them, get out there,” he said. Johnson was at NRG Stadium with the Houston Texans on Saturday…

Walker Buehler is set to pitch for the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 3 of the World Series at Yankee Stadium

Walker Buehler talks to media

Right-hander Walker Buehler will be the starting pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 3 of the World Series. Manager Dave Roberts announced this decision before Game 2 on Saturday, following the Dodgers’ 6-3…

Hoover tosses 3 touchdowns as TCU comes back from a 17-point deficit to defeat Texas Tech 35-34

Savion Williams holds up the peace sign to Bralyn Lux on the way to touchdown

Josh Hoover passed for 344 yards and connected on his third touchdown with an 84-yarder to Eric McAlister with 5:10 left, helping TCU come back from a 17-point deficit to defeat Texas Tech 35-34 on…

No. 11 BYU secures a 37-24 victory over UCF, keeping their unbeaten record in the Big 12 as they approach their second bye week

Jake Retzlaff drops back to pass in the 1st half

No. 11 BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff passed for 228 yards and threw two touchdowns, along with another touchdown run, leading the Cougars to a 37-24 victory over UCF on Saturday. This win keeps them undefeated…

Gabriel threw three touchdown passes, guiding No. 1 Oregon to a decisive 38-9 victory over No. 20 Illinois

Oregon players reacts after an interception

Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel doesn’t focus on records, awards, or rankings. “I’m chasing wins, dude,” he said. “That’s where I’m at.” Gabriel threw for three touchdowns and ran for another as top-ranked Oregon defeated No.…

Taylen Green threw 5 touchdown passes and ran for another as Arkansas dominated Mississippi State 58-25

Taylen Green attempts to pass in the 1st half

Quarterback Taylen Green threw five touchdown passes and ran for another score as Arkansas defeated Mississippi State 58-25 on Saturday. Green led a Razorback offense that totaled 673 yards, with 359 yards coming from rushing…

No. 12 Notre Dame hands a defeat to the error-prone No. 24 Navy, ending their unbeaten streak

Kris Mitchell reacts after scoring a touchdown

Notre Dame entered its highly anticipated game against Navy hoping to force turnovers, and the Midshipmen unexpectedly obliged. Jeremiyah Love rushed for 102 yards and two touchdowns, extending his streak of scoring in eight consecutive…

Drivers puzzled over why Max Verstappen received no penalty in Austin

Carlos Sainz and Max Verstappen celebrates after the win

Formula 1 drivers are looking for explanations on why Max Verstappen was not penalized for a questionable move during the United States Grand Prix in Austin, Texas, on Sunday. With just four laps remaining, McLaren’s…

Los Angeles Dodgers confirm Shohei Ohtani will not pitch in the World Series

Shohei Ohtani applauds in the 2nd inning

Two-way player Shohei Ohtani will only be a hitter in the World Series. Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts, who previously mentioned the chance of Ohtani pitching if the team made it to the Fall…

Following a thrilling Game 1, the Los Angeles Dodgers are looking to secure a 2-0 lead in the Series against the Yankees

Los Angeles Dodgers’ Freddie Freeman is met at home plate after hitting a walk-off grand slam home run during the 10th inning in Game 1

The Los Angeles Dodgers had a remarkable moment that helped them gain an early lead in the World Series. On Friday, the Dodgers defeated the New York Yankees 6-3 in Game 1, thanks to Freddie…

New York Jets confirm edge rusher Haason Reddick is set to make his debut against the New England Patriots

Haason Reddick in a news conference

All-Pro edge rusher Haason Reddick is set to play for the New York Jets on Sunday against the New England Patriots, according to Jets coach Jeff Ulbrich. Ulbrich mentioned that Reddick, 30, will have no…

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins is listed as questionable for the game against the Philadelphia Eagles due to a quad injury

Tee Higgins scores a touchdown in the 1st half

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins is listed as questionable for the game against the Philadelphia Eagles this weekend after he hurt his quad during practice on Friday. Higgins was the only player from the…

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels took part in practice and will be a game-time decision for the matchup against the Chicago Bears

Jayden Daniels (NFL)

Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels participated in practice on Friday for the first time since injuring his ribs, which forced him out of Washington’s Week 7 victory over the Carolina Panthers. Daniels missed practice on Wednesday…