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Spain shuts down France and Kylian Mbappé, advances to the World Cup final with a 2-0 victory
Spain’s Pedro Porro reacts after scoring his side’s second goal during the World Cup semifinal soccer match between France and Spain in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis) STEPHEN HAWKINS | Associated Press ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Spain’s defensive prowess and swagger were just too much for an attacking trio… Continue reading
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Ryan Blaney wins 3-wide battle on final lap of overtime in NASCAR Cup race in Atlanta
Ryan Blaney celebrates after winning a NASCAR Cup Series auto race, Sunday, July 12, 2026, in Hampton, Ga. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart) CHARLES ODUM | Associated Press HAMPTON, Ga. (AP) — A late brush with the wall wasn’t enough to send Ryan Blaney to pit row. The decision paid off with a dominant victory. Blaney emerged… Continue reading
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Iowa State Athletic Director Jamie Pollard Announces Retirement
The Iowa State Cyclones athletic department is going to be under new leadership.Iowa State athletic director Jamie Pollard speaks to the crowd during the introduction of the university’s 34th head football coach, Jimmy Rogers, on Dec. 8, 2025, at Iowa State University in Ames, IA. (Photo/USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect) Kenneth TeapeIowa State Cyclones… Continue reading
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Belgium beats US 4-1 to reach World Cup quarterfinals, taking advantage of defensive lapses
United State’s Sebastian Berhalter, right, and Tim Ream react after the United States lost a World Cup round of 16 soccer match against Belgium in Seattle, Monday, July 6, 2026, (AP Photo/Abbie Parr) RONALD BLUMAssociated Press SEATTLE (AP) — Images told the story of the United States’ World Cup downfall. Christian Pulisic sprawled on the… Continue reading
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After his suspension was lifted in scrutinized move, Balogun has little impact in US World Cup loss
United State’s Folarin Balogus (20) tries to score on Belguim goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois (1) during the Wrold Cup round of 16 soccer match in Seattle, Monday, July 6, 2026. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren) ANDREW DESTIN SEATTLE (AP) — Folarin Balogun’s presence on the field for the United States against Belgium had a seismic impact on… Continue reading
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FIFA lifts US star striker Balogun’s red card suspension at World Cup after Trump calls Infantino
FIFA President Gianni Infantino, right, awards President Donald Trump with the FIFA Peace Prize during the draw for the 2026 soccer World Cup at the Kenndy Center in Washington, December 5, 2025 (AP Photo/Chris Carlson, File) RONALD BLUM and MICHELLE L. PRICEAssociated Press SEATTLE (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump intervened on behalf of American star forward… Continue reading
