Atlanta Dream level WNBA Finals as overlooked players shape opening games
Jordin Canada's Game 2 performance helped Atlanta answer Golden State's opening win, while players with less direct paths to the Finals have made decisive contributions.
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U2 to play halftime at NFL’s first Thanksgiving Eve game
The band is booked for the Packers–Rams game at SoFi Stadium on November 25, with Netflix carrying the league’s first Thanksgiving Eve matchup.
Mike Evans leaves 49ers win with Achilles injury; Atlanta status uncertain
The receiver was ruled out against Washington after his Achilles pain flared up. Kyle Shanahan hopes he can recover in time for the 49ers’ next game.
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Rams plan McManus and Prater workouts after Blake Grupe’s season-ending injury
Los Angeles is looking for another kicker after Grupe tore an ACL against Arizona. NFL Network reported that Brandon McManus and Matt Prater were due to work out Tuesday.
49ers lead Week 7 rankings as Bears rise and Rams slide
The Big Lead keeps San Francisco first in the NFC and moves Chicago to third; CBS Sports places the Rams 18th in its league-wide list.
Kulusevski says he is ‘a little bit smarter’ after Tottenham return; Poyet urges patience
The Sweden winger played against Coventry after 526 days out. He reflected on his recovery, while former Spurs player Gus Poyet said he has time to regain his form.
Manchester United’s Martinez and Rashford miss training before Como trip
Lisandro Martinez and Marcus Rashford were among eight players absent from Tuesday’s session as Manchester United prepared for a Champions League match in Italy.
Paris Saint-Germain releases NFL-style jerseys for Saints-Steelers game in Paris
PSG’s two crossover jerseys combine club colours and Parisian symbols with an American football design ahead of the NFL’s first game in France.
Kimi Antonelli describes how he handles pressure during F1 title run
The Mercedes driver says familiar routines, time with friends and greater support from his team help him focus as his first chance to secure the championship approaches.
Hasan Nawaz and Arafat Minhas lift Pakistan to 302 against England
Pakistan recovered from 133-5 in Rawalpindi as Hasan Nawaz and Arafat Minhas rebuilt the innings before a late surge left England needing 303 to win.
Bayern say Vincent Kompany will miss training and media briefing before Arsenal match
Bayern advised its coach to rest because of a viral infection before Wednesday’s Champions League match. The club expects him back but has not confirmed his role.
Nigeria fall to 43rd as Malawi make biggest rise in FIFA women’s rankings
Nigeria lost more ranking points than any other team in FIFA’s October update, while Malawi climbed 49 places after reaching the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations final.
Seahawks sign Jackson Acker and Josiah Deguara to practice squad
Seattle released Dontae McMillan and Malick Meiga to make room for the two additions. Separately, guard Anthony Bradford was cleared to resume practice.
Devils open three-game homestand against Avalanche after Washington loss
New Jersey hosts Colorado at Prudential Center on October 20. Both teams arrive after losses, while the Devils’ final lineup remains unsettled.
Erik ten Hag says Manchester United broke promises before his dismissal
The former manager says United pledged backing and better communication after the 2024 FA Cup final, then sold Scott McTominay against his wishes.
FIFA suspends Ziko and Hassan brothers after Egypt’s World Cup exit
Egypt’s football association says Mostafa Ziko received a five-match ban, while coach Hossam Hassan and team manager Ibrahim Hassan were suspended for three matches each.
LG Twins change batting order for elimination game against Kia Tigers
Manager Youm Kyoung-youb moved Song Chan-eui into the cleanup spot for Game 3 after LG lost the first two games of its KBO postseason series.
Indiana leads Big Ten in ESPN offensive-efficiency rankings through Week 7
Indiana tops ESPN’s Football Power Index offensive-efficiency ratings for the Big Ten, ahead of USC and Ohio State, despite a 19–15 loss to the Buckeyes on October 17.