USMNT, European soccer body react to FIFA decision
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FIFA suspended Folarin Balogun's one-match ban, allowing him to play against Belgium in the World Cup Round of 16. However, the European soccer body issued a statement saying FIFA crossed a red line with its decision not to enforce the mandatory one-game ban. 

World Cup Atlanta: Messi, Argentina face Egypt in Atlanta on Tuesday

One of the biggest matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup comes to Atlanta on Tuesday as defending champion Argentina takes on Egypt in the Round of 16.

Chess federation suspends Kramnik for public cheating allegations against Daniel Naroditsky

The International Chess Federation (FIDE) has suspended former world champion Vladimir Kramnik for at least one year after determining that he repeatedly made unsubstantiated public allegations of cheating against several players.

FIFA makes final ruling on US soccer star Folarin Balogun's controversial red card suspension

The United States Men's National Team is coming off of a massive victory on Wednesday night over Bosnia and Herzegovina, but there is a big cloud hanging over them for the next match against Belgium.

Rams legend LeRoy Irvin, 2-time All-Pro cornerback, dead at 68

Los Angeles Rams cornerback Leroy Irvin was named first-team All-Pro in 1981 after recording three interceptions, two forced fumbles and three fumble recoveries in 16 NFL games.

Atlanta Falcons join NFL-USO tour, visit troops in Japan

Current and former Atlanta Falcons players recently participated in a week-long NFL United Service Organizations (USO) tour at three military bases in Japan.

Fans file lawsuit against StubHub over World Cup ticket cancellations

StubHub is facing a lawsuit from fans who are accusing the online ticket marketplace of not fulfilling their ticket request to attend the World Cup.

France-Paraguay set to be hottest World Cup match yet

Weather forecasters predict this weekend’s World Cup knockout round clash between France and Paraguay in Philadelphia could be the hottest match of the 2026 tournament so far.

Alex Ovechkin re-signs with Capitals for 22nd season: 'I'm back!'

The Washington Capitals announced on Monday that captain Alex Ovechkin has officially signed a one-year contract extension to return for the 2026-27 NHL season.

Red card rules at the FIFA World Cup: What can get a player sent off?

Florian Balogun was at the center of a controversial red-card decision in Wednesday's match between the U.S. and Bosnia and Herzegovina. This has left many to search for what exactly a player can be sent off for in a World Cup match.

Ashley Dvorkin on Team USA's high-stakes World Cup matchup
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Ashley Dvorkin previews Team USA's high-stakes, win-or-go-home World Cup matchup tonight against Bosnia and Herzegovina, where a victory would mark the Americans' first knockout-stage win in 24 years.

Former NFL star Chris Johnson says he's been diagnosed with ALS

Ex-NFL star Chris Johnson, the 2009 Offensive Player of the Year, said he started noticing weakness in his right hand before the disease accelerated.

Rome Emperors baseball star nears historic 20-30 record

Atlanta Braves top prospect Eric Hartman is climbing Minor League Baseball rankings while chasing a historic 20-30 season in Rome.

Rome outfield prospect hits 19th home run
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Atlanta Braves outfield prospect Eric Hartman is closing in on a historic 20-30 home run and stolen base milestone with the Rome Emperors, according to team data.

Former NBA player Malik Beasley indicted in sports betting scheme

A federal indictment unsealed Monday charges six people, including former NBA player and Atlanta native Malik Beasley, in a major sports bribery and wire fraud scheme.