FIFA World Cup Bid Evaluation team tours Atlanta
FIFA's Bid Evaluation Task Force visited Atlanta Wednesday to tour the city's soccer facilities. Atlanta is listed as a potential World Cup host city for the 2026 tournament by the United 2026 bid committee which is a joint venture between the US, Canada, and Mexico.
Peachtree City advances to the United States Championship on Saturday
The Little League team from Peachtree City has made it to the United States Championship Game scheduled for Saturday.
Intentional plunkings come under fire after Urena hits Acuna
Aaron Judge saw Jose Urena's plunking of Ronald Acuna Jr. before the Yankees played a day game Thursday, and he felt Acuna's pain. The reigning AL home run leader knows that with so many big flies comes a risk that some disgruntled pitcher may try burying a fastball in your ribs.
2018 Home Run Derby: Here's who's competing in the Home Run Derby at the All-Star Game in DC
Washington Nationals slugger Bryce Harper will take on Atlanta Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman in an all-NL East matchup in the first round of the Home Run Derby on Monday night.
Justin Timberlake to play England-Croatia on O2 Arena big screens before London concert
Justin Timberlake has joined the English bandwagon.
WORLD CUP SEMIFINAL PREVIEW: Croatia vs England
A capsule look at Wednesday's World Cup semifinal match between Croatia and England in Moscow (2 p.m. EDT, 9 p.m. local): WHY CROATIA WILL WIN A generation of players in their primes, or just past their primes, led by a strong midfield with Ivan Pericic (29), Ivan Rakatic (30) and Luka Modric (32), with Mario Mandzukic (32) heading the attack. WHY ENGLAND WILL WIN
Body found in home of Giants' Janoris Jenkins
FAIR LAWN, N.J. (AP) -- A body has been found at a New Jersey home owned by New York Giants cornerback Janoris Jenkins.
Watch how these friends help deaf-blind Brazil fan experience World Cup goal
A heartwarming video of a blind-deaf man celebrating a Brazil goal is inspiring thousands across the globe, illustrating the FIFA World Cup is bigger than just a tournament.
One week in: Top moments of the 2018 FIFA World Cup so far
Only a week into the 2018 FIFA World Cup and big moments have sent fans across the globe into a whirlwind of emotion.
Pitcher injured in Santa Fe High School shooting now out of hospital
Santa Fe right-handed pitcher Rome Shubert was injured in the tragic shooting at his high school, but is out of the hospital and is back home.
Cubs closer Morrow goes on DL after hurting back removing pants
The Chicago Cubs have placed closer Brandon Morrow on the 10-day disabled list because of lower back tightness.
Barry Trotz steps down as Washington Capitals head coach
Barry Trotz abruptly stepped down as coach of the Washington Capitals on Monday after failing to agree to terms on a new contract, leaving the newly minted Stanley Cup champions without a coach with the draft coming up later this week and free agency opening next month.
Mexican soccer fans' celebration trigger earthquake sensors
MEXICO CITY (AP) - Thousands of exuberant Mexican soccer fans took to the streets Sunday to cheer their national team's long-shot win against Germany in Mexico's first match of the 2018 World Cup soccer tournament.
D-backs pitcher credits Trump with helping him meet his wife
Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Clay Buchholz may keep his support for President Trump quiet, but he has a lot to thank him for. Buchholz, 33, revealed Wednesday that he credits Trump for giving him the opportunity to meet the woman he would eventually marry and have three children with.
FIFA World Cup superstitions: Public urination, ghosts and more
Sometimes all you need is a little bit of luck.
Three 2018 FIFA World Cup rivalries to watch
Everyone loves a good rivalry. It's the fire between opponents that keeps up coming back and in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, several teams headed to Russia have a contentious history on the pitch.
Taco Bell giving away free tacos for Golden State Warriors win
Get ready taco lovers. Taco Bell's "Steal a Game, Steal a Taco" promotion has paid off for you in a big way.
Four reasons why Americans should care about the 2018 FIFA World Cup
The 2018 FIFA World Cup is in Russia this year and the Americans won’t be there after they failed to qualify for the tournament.
SCHEDULE: Channels, times to watch the 2018 FIFA World Cup - Eastern Time Zone
From the opening match to the exciting final, here are all the game times (ET) and networks for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia.
North American trio beats Morocco to host 2026 World Cup
North America will host the 2026 World Cup after FIFA voters overwhelmingly opted for the financial and logistical certainty of a United States-led bid over a risky Moroccan proposal for the first 48-team tournament.