Sports news clusters

The DOJ has launched a criminal investigation into the LA Clippers for allegedly using secret deals to bypass the NBA salary cap for Kawhi Leonard, following major league sanctions and suspensions.

UEFA is urging a US court to block FIFA subsidiaries from intervening in its legal effort to obtain evidence regarding a potential Swiss criminal case against FIFA President Gianni Infantino.

Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina will meet in the US Open final. Rybakina's victory over Coco Gauff ensures she will become the new world number one on Monday.

Taiwan's Sports Administration will remove the Gymnastics Association's Secretary-General after administrative errors caused two athletes to miss the World Gymnastics Championships.

Zinédine Zidane is preparing to reveal his first France national team squad for the Nations League, with Ismaëlo Ganiou, Esteban Lepaul, and Andy Diouf among the potential debutants.

The JFA is communicating with defender Ko Itakura regarding reports that he may skip the 2027 AFC Asian Cup to focus on his club, Borussia Mönchengladbach.

The Los Angeles Dodgers have placed Shohei Ohtani on the 15-day injured list due to knee and biceps issues, promoting prospect Josué de Paula to the roster as the team prepares for the postseason.

Como 1907 made a historic Champions League debut with a 4-1 victory over RB Leipzig, marking a rapid rise for the club under manager Cesc Fàbregas.

Giannis Antetokounmpo has joined the Miami Heat in a major trade with the Milwaukee Bucks and purchased a $13.5 million mansion in Pinecrest, Florida.

Greek player Konstantinos Karetsas has been discharged from the hospital after collapsing during a Champions League match. Doctors attribute the incident to dehydration.

Jamal Musiala scored upon returning to FC Bayern München's starting lineup in a 5-0 Champions League win over Bodø/Glimt, marking a major step in his recovery from neurological health issues.

Colombian star James Rodríguez has officially signed with Atlético Nacional, returning to his home country's league after nearly 20 years of international play following his stint with Minnesota United.

India's Sports Ministry has granted the Indian Olympic Association an exemption to maintain its 16-member Executive Council, following recommendations from the International Olympic Committee.

LaLiga has announced the 2026/27 squad cost limits, with Real Madrid leading at €832.78M and Barcelona seeing a major rise to €582.76M amid financial recovery.

The International Skating Union has revoked Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva’s neutral status, barring her from international competition alongside three other Russian skaters.

Lionel Messi has reached an agreement in principle to acquire 100% of the shares of Spanish second-division club CD Eldense from Colombia's TH Soluciones Group.

The Springboks lead the rugby series 2-1 against the All Blacks ahead of the final Test in Baltimore, amid reports of New Zealand player injuries and South African fan superstitions.

Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs pleaded no contest to misdemeanor battery and criminal damage charges following a May altercation. He remains on the NFL's Commissioner's Exempt List pending league's'

Ben Shelton defeated Carlos Alcaraz in a record-breaking late-night quarterfinal to set up an all-American semifinal against Frances Tiafoe at the 2026 US Open.

The US Open faces backlash after a Ben Shelton vs. Carlos Alcaraz match ended at 3:33 AM, sparking debates among legends like Martina Navratilova over athlete health and late-night scheduling.

The DFB sports court has overturned SV Elversberg coach Vincent Wagner's suspension after referee Martin Petersen admitted to making a mistake during a recent Bundesliga match.

Athletic Club forward Inaki Williams has retired from international football after a four-year career with the Ghana national team, having made 28 appearances and scoring two goals.

Rafael Márquez has been officially introduced as the new head coach of the Mexican national football team, succeeding Javier Aguirre as the federation begins its new cycle.

Real Madrid manager José Mourinho has defended Vinícius Júnior against criticism, stating the player is working hard to regain his peak form despite recent scrutiny from fans.

George Russell and Mercedes dominated the first free practice session at the new Madrid circuit for the Spanish Grand Prix, with Kimi Antonelli finishing second.

Chelsea striker Joao Pedro has won the EA Sports Premier League Player of the Month award for August 2026 following four goal contributions in the club's opening two matches.

Adam Pavlásek replaces Tomáš Macháč in the Czech Davis Cup squad for the upcoming tie against the USA in Prague.

The AFA has given Boca Juniors five days to respond to a claim by Vélez Sarsfield alleging an improper lineup due to the inclusion of six foreign players in a Copa Argentina match.

Ryan Garcia and Conor Benn faced off at a theatrical final press conference in Las Vegas before their WBC welterweight title fight this Saturday at T-Mobile Arena.

Manchester United defeated Sabah FK 4-0 in their Champions League return at Old Trafford, with goals from Cunha, Fernandes, Sesko, and Martinez. Manager Michael Carrick praised Kobbie Mainoo's performance.

Wilmar Paredes will replace Egan Bernal in the Colombian national cycling team for the 2026 Road World Championships in Montreal after Bernal withdrew due to muscle overload.

F2 driver Tasanapol Inthraphuvasak escaped injury after a fiery crash at Turn 19 during practice at the new Madrid circuit in Spain.

The Council of State has upheld the exclusion of Trapani Shark from the 2025/26 Serie A basketball season, allowing the championship to proceed as planned.

Cyclist Ezra Caudell is showing signs of progress and has regained consciousness after a serious crash at the Philadelphia Cycling Classic, though he remains in critical condition in the ICU.

The NFL is considering restructuring its media rights packages after the 2029-30 season to better accommodate the shift toward streaming services and a growing international fan base.

Vissel Kobe defeated Kashima Antlers 2-1 in J1 League Matchday 7, marking Kobe's fourth straight win through goals from Yuya Osako and Tetsushi Yamakawa.

The DFB has called an extraordinary convention for December 18, 2026, to vote on a Regionalliga reform aimed at ensuring all regional champions can promote to the 3. Liga via the ‘Kompassmodell’.

MS Dhoni reportedly owns over one lakh shares in the Chennai Super Kings franchise, though CSK management denies recent reports that he sought to negotiate for a larger ownership stake.

FC Barcelona has extended the contract of Egyptian striker Hamza Abdelkarim until June 2030, featuring a reported 150 million euro release clause.

The 20th Solheim Cup is being held at Bernardus Golf in the Netherlands, featuring matchplay competition between Team Europe and Team USA.

Undrafted rookie Kahlil Benson is expected to start at left tackle for the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 1 against the Denver Broncos, replacing the injured Josh Simmons.

Colombian winger Juan Guillermo Cuadrado is returning to his home country to join Millonarios FC after a 17-year career in European football, including notable stints at Juventus and Chelsea.

Santos FC is nearing a deal to sign midfielder Philippe Coutinho, a move facilitated by Neymar, with medical exams scheduled for Friday following the player's seven-month hiatus from professional football.

Thomas Voeckler has named Paul Seixas as the leader of the French men's cycling team for the World Championships in Montréal this September.

EuroLeague is considering expanding to 24 teams and introducing a long-term franchise model by the 2027/28 season, with Partizan and Crvena zvezda among potential candidates for new licenses.

Union Berlin midfielder Rani Khedira has retired from the Tunisian national football team after six caps and a recent World Cup appearance, citing a desire to make way for younger talent.

The DFB reports a third consecutive year of declining violence and discrimination incidents in German amateur football, though match abandonments saw a slight increase to 842.

Reggio Calabria will host the Next Gen ATP Finals at the PalaCalafiore from December 9 to 13, 2026, bringing elite young tennis talent to the Calabria region.

Gaziantep FK is preparing for their Trendyol Süper Lig match against Fenerbahçe, with goalkeeper Kacper Tobiasz and coach Orhan Ak expressing confidence following a recent victory.