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Coach Álvaro Arbeloa said on Sunday that Real Madrid are "very clear" about Kylian Mbappé's knee problem but admitted he is a doubt to face Manchester City.

Harry Kane is targeting Robert Lewandowski's Bundesliga record of 41 goals in a season after notching another two in Bayern Munich's 3-2 win over Borussia Dortmund on Saturday.

A first-half stoppage allowing players who are observing Ramadan to break their fast was booed by sections of Leeds United supporters at Elland Road.

U.S. youth national team starlet Noahkai Banks, a potential pick for this summer's senior World Cup squad, has said he is still considering whether his international future lies with the U.S. or Germany.

Lamine Yamal has revealed he has not felt good this season but says he is finally enjoying football again after scoring the first hat trick of his career

The Portland Thorns have hired Robert Vilahamn as head coach, multiple sources confirmed to ESPN, after a lengthy search.

Phil Parkinson praised the tenacity of his Wrexham side as they maintained their fine away record in the Championship with a 1-0 success at Charlton.

A question regarding the killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been shut down as the Iran women's national football team coach and captain said they had enjoyed a "good preparation" for the Women's Asian Cup in Australia.

A sublime overhead kick, a long-range half-volley, and some exquisite control followed by a rabona. But which goal wins the People's Puskás Award?

As Cleveland scours the QB landscape, it heads into free agency with few options and questionable trade options.

What will the Vikings, Cardinals, Colts and Dolphins do at QB? Has the A.J. Brown and Maxx Crosby trade buzz quieted? Which free agents are getting interest?

MLS and the Saudi Pro League are both "possible options" for Liverpool's Mohamed Salah this summer. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN's Premier League Power Rankings return to look at all 20 teams.

After becoming the Premier League's all-time appearances leader, what's next for James Milner?

The USWNT's roster for the SheBelieves Cup had eight players with six caps or less. Are these youngsters competing for World Cup spots?

Joel Embiid will miss at least three games because of a strained right oblique, the 76ers said Saturday.

Warriors center Kristaps Porzingis will miss a fourth straight game on Saturday night due to general illness.

Warriors star Stephen Curry has yet to advance to court work in his rehab from persistent right knee issues, acknowledging he'll be out a "little longer."

Pelicans forward Zion Williamson "tweaked his ankle" and was forced to leave Saturday's win over the Jazz in the second quarter.

Erik Spoelstra says it's incredible to think of Kevin Durant on the 2028 Olympic team if Durant still wants to play.

The Warriors signed starting forward Gui Santos to a three-year, $15 million contract extension on Saturday, sources told ESPN.

Thunder guard Lu Dort was called for a flagrant foul 2 and ejected from Friday night's game after appearing to trip Nuggets star Nikola Jokic, who called the play "an unnecessary move."

In late 2002, Nike began creating a global campaign featuring the black mamba -- and presented it to an NBA superstar. That star was not Kobe Bryant.

Mississippi State's Brenen Thompson clocked a 4.26-second 40-yard dash Saturday, the third fastest by a wide receiver at the combine since 2003.

Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones acknowledged Friday that he has let the fans down with Dallas' championship drought and has promised change -- starting with the team's approach to free agency.

The Atlanta Falcons dismissed LaTroy Lewis from his role as assistant defensive line coach Friday after sexual assault allegations surfaced against him, the team announced.

Taylen Green, a top-10 quarterback prospect ahead of April's NFL draft, set several positional combine records during Saturday's workout in Indianapolis.

Francis Mauigoa, the top OL prospect in the NFL draft, said he's open to a position change. and said daily battles with Miami teammates Reuben Bain Jr. and Akheem Mesidor made him better.

The NFLPA has narrowed its search for a permanent executive director, sources told ESPN, with current interim David White and former player president JC Tretter among the finalists.

Quarterback Diego Pavia wasn't fazed by criticism at Vanderbilt, and it doesn't appear that's going to change now that he's on the NFL's doorstep.

The NFL salary cap has topped $300 million for the first time in league history, landing at $301.2 million for 2026.

As the NFL gets ready for this week's combine workouts, let's project where the best players in the 2026 NFL draft class will get picked in April.

Dylan Cease gave up one run in 1 2/3 innings and recorded three strikeouts in his spring training debut with the Blue Jays on Saturday in a 7-5 win over the Phillies.

Mets manager Carlos Mendoza says the team is planning to start newly acquired Freddy Peralta on the mound for New York's March 26 season opener against the the Pittsburgh Pirates.

The Giants scratched slugger Rafael Devers from the starting lineup because of a tight hamstring, keeping him out of a spring training game against the Dodgers on Friday.

Japanese right-hander Tatsuya Imai threw a 10-pitch scoreless inning and was struck by a comebacker in his spring training debut for the Astros.

Rangers third baseman Josh Jung is expected to miss about 10 days with an adductor strain, while designated hitter Justin Foscue has a hamstring strain.

Dodgers do not expect two-time Cy Young Award winner Blake Snell to be ready for Opening Day as he works on coming back from a shoulder injury that has lingered since last season.

Former MLB pitcher Daniel Serafini was sentenced Friday to life in prison after being convicted of first-degree murder of his father-in-law, attempted murder of his mother-in-law and first-degree burglary.

Orioles top prospect Samuel Basallo left Thursday's spring training game against the Tigers after experiencing abdominal discomfort after the catcher made an attempted tag at the plate.

Now that spring training and preparation for the 2026 season are underway, let's hand out offseason report cards for every club.

Liverpool were unlucky from set pieces in the first half of the season, but that's turned around, as evidenced by Saturday's win over West Ham.

Hollywood star Sydney Sweeney visited Sporting and appeared to imitate the trademark celebration of one of the club's former players, Bruno Fernandes.

Kon Knueppel's hot play has shaken up the Rookie of the Year odds, as the Hornets' star passes Cooper Flagg as the favorite.

Mike Evans to the Bills? Malik Willis to the Jets? Riq Woolen to the Jaguars? We found free agent fits for all 32 NFL teams this offseason.

This year's report cards are based on responses from 1,759 players.

Let's rank every quarterback picked in Round 1 from 2021 to 2025 based on predraft evaluations -- and then slot in the expected No. 1 pick for 2026.

Who could be representing both squads in Philly this summer? We make our (very) early roster picks.

Patience. Power. Durability. Depth. We rate all 30 offenses by these measures and more.

Our dive into the best players at every position concludes with the game's most powerful hitters.

Our list of the elite at every position continues with a spot ruled some of baseball's young stars.

A look at how all nine CFL teams recognized and celebrated Black History Month across their social media platforms.

The Calgary Stampeders have signed American offensive linemen Gerald Mincey and Chris Murray, the team announced on Friday.

The Saskatchewan Roughriders have signed American defensive end Ty French, the team announced on Friday.

The Invitational Combine kicks off CFL Combine season next week, as the road to the 2026 CFL Draft begins.

The No. 1 prospect in baseball has a chance to join exclusive company on Opening Day -- if the Pirates are willing to let him.

The path to the Champions League final is now mapped out, but who do we think makes it all the way to Budapest? Mark Ogden makes his picks.

Teams are allowed to apply franchise and transition tags to players from Feb. 17 through March 3. See who has been tagged so far and what could come next.

When the powerhouse schools called, offering NIL money, Jack Ohman nearly changed his phone number.

NBA insiders break down where all 30 teams land coming out of the All-Star break.

If NFL execs want to say there's nothing to see here on Tisch, they should come out and say why.

The Saskatchewan Roughriders have signed American defensive back Jerry Jacobs, the team announced on Thursday.

CFL.ca takes you through five running backs who forced the most missed tackles in 2025, according to PFF.

Bader's 408-foot blast in the Giants' spring training loss against Milwaukee on Wednesday put a visible dent on the exterior of a nearby food truck.

Scherzer and the Blue Jays reached an agreement to keep the 41-year-old three-time Cy Young winner in Toronto.

The Hamilton Tiger-Cats announced on Thursday the signing of American defensive back Josiah Scott.

CFL.ca brings you a snapshot of where each CFL team stands after free agency in these Way-Too-Early AMSOIL Power Rankings.

The Premier League announced it was charging Man City for breaching the rules in February 2023. City have denied the charges, and the hearings ended in December 2024. What is taking so long?

Eric Karabell forecasts what to expect from notable players such as Julius Randle, LaMelo Ball and more.

Liz Loza looks at rookies who could make a splash in Indianapolis and climb up boards throughout the draft process.

Eric Karabell serves up a list of currently injured players to keep on your radar for the last few rounds of your fantasy drafts.

All the rankings, projections, cheat sheets, strategy and analysis you need for the 2026 fantasy baseball season.

The 2026 World Baseball Classic is loaded with household names, but also some MLB stars of tomorrow.

The Montreal Alouettes announced Wednesday that they have signed American wide receiver Zakhari Franklin to a two-year deal.

From Trey Vaval to Nathan Rourke, CFL.ca's Marshall Ferguson takes a look at five players who were named to the All-CFL team in 2025 that should be on it again in 2026.

By blending Vernon Adams Jr.'s deep passing skills, Trevor Harris’ precision and Nathan Rourke’s playmaking, we build the ultimate CFL quarterback from today’s stars.

Former CFL running back Wayne Moore reflects on the moments that shaped him, revealing how confidence, adversity, and creativity helped define both his career and his voice beyond the field.

The BC Lions added another veteran piece to the secondary with the signing of American Jamal Parker on Tuesday, the team announced on Tuesday.

The Toronto Argonauts announced on Tuesday that the team has signed American offensive lineman Phillip Wilder.

Three free agent additions in Ottawa, Winnipeg and BC could shape the 2026 season by elevating what’s already in place rather than reinventing it.

Seven players will participate in the fifth annual Canadian Football League (CFL) Mentorship Program.

Missing CFL football? So are we. CFL.ca takes a look at three bold predictions for the 2026 season to help us have a bit of fun as we wait for kickoff.

The Saskatchewan Roughriders have signed Global punter Oscar Chapman, the team announced on Monday.

Five CFL free agency additions backed by PFF metrics that highlight elite production, efficiency, and immediate impact potential for their new teams.

In this week's MMQB, CFL.ca's Pat Steinberg lists four defensive additions in free agency that are good fits with their new teams.

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers announced on Friday the club has signed American defensive back Deandre Lamont.

In a Black History Month feature, BlueBombers.com’s Ed Tait revisits the landmark 1983 trade that delivered Reaves to Winnipeg and helped shape a lasting legacy.

The Toronto Argonauts announced on Friday that the team has signed Canadian defensive lineman Paris Shand, American defensive back Akili Arnold, and American running back Elijah Young.

The BC Lions announced on Friday that the team has signed American linebacker Marvin Grant.

American receiver Dominique Rhymes announced on social media on Friday that he is retiring from professional football.

We rank the top draft candidates now that a new college baseball season is underway.

The 2027 Super Bowl will air on ESPN for the first time in network history. Learn more information about Super Bowl LXI festivities now.