Spain vs. Argentina World Cup final features fascinating clash of styles

A’ja Wilson drafted No. 1 as WNBA All-Star teams are picked

Four-time MVP A’ja Wilson was selected first in the WNBA All-Star draft for the exhibition game that will be played on July 25 in Chicago. Acting as honorary general managers,…

Gauld expected to return as Vancouver Whitecaps make second-half push

It’s been 16 months since Ryan Gauld was in the Vancouver Whitecaps’ starting lineup for a Major League Soccer game. That could change when the team returns from the FIFA…

England coach Thomas Tuchel’s defensive tactics fail to stop Argentina

ATLANTA — England desperately wanted to protect its lead as time was winding down in the World Cup semifinals. Coach Thomas Tuchel made lineup and strategy changes to build a…

Lionel Messi delivers again as Argentina reaches another World Cup final

ATLANTA — Lionel Messi delivered for his teammates. With one more win, he’ll be delivering another World Cup trophy for Argentina. Messi didn’t add to his tournament-leading goal total, but the 39-year-old…

Report: Saints, Kamara agree to new contract

The New Orleans Saints are retaining their longtime running back. Alvin Kamara and the Saints have agreed to a new deal that will keep the five-time Pro Bowler in New…

‘Incredible’: Fans react to Argentina’s thrilling comeback vs. England

Lionel Messi and Argentina have done it again. The defending champions got to Wednesday’s semifinal on the heels of multiple comeback victories, and they had at least one more in…

Argentina beats England, returns to World Cup final

Lionel Messi will have the chance to build on his legendary legacy even further. After beating England 2-1 on Wednesday in Atlanta, Argentina is on its way to the World…

Hilton Grand Vacations fires employee who sent racial slur to Aces’ Gray

LAS VEGAS — Hilton Grand Vacations has fired an employee who sent a racial slur via social media to Las Vegas Aces guard Chelsea Gray following the team’s 109-75 loss to…

Jets sign Cole Perfetti to five-year, $30-million extension to avoid arbitration

The Winnipeg Jets have avoided arbitration with one of their top young players. Cole Perfetti and the Jets have agreed on a five-year, $30-million extension worth $6 million in average…

Former Raptor Jonas Valanciunas returning to Europe with Lithuanian club

A former first-round pick is heading home to Europe. Former Toronto Raptors centre Jonas Valanciunas has signed a contract with Lithuanian club Žalgiris Kaunas, the team announced Wednesday. According to…

Montreal looks to move on from chaotic first half as archrival Toronto FC visits

After nearly a month off, CF Montréal is returning to Major League Soccer action looking to move on from a chaotic first half of its campaign. First up is a…