United States legend Clint Dempsey had some choice words for former national team assistant Jesse Marsch, who suggested Thursday that some American players needed encouragement to sing the anthem ahead of games.

Two-way star Shohei Ohtani was not in the Dodgers' lineup for their series opener against the White Sox on Friday, one day after he was removed from a game in Pittsburgh because of left knee inflammation.

Substitute Cyle Larin scored in the 78th minute and co-host Canada earned a first point in its third World Cup appearance -- and first on home soil -- by rallying for a 1-1 draw against Bosnia-Herzegovina on Friday.

One year after announcing his abrupt retirement on social media, former Lions center Frank Ragnow broke his silence on the process and the failed physical that prevented his in-season return.

Oklahoma attorney general Gentner Drummond is calling on the Big 12 conference to suspend Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby,

Spurs coach Mitch Johnson emphasized his belief in De'Aaron Fox on the heels of his rough showing in Game 4.

The Chiefs tight end flew 1,100 miles to support his fiance at her Songwriters Hall of Fame induction.

Ghana's Thomas Partey will miss their opening match of the 2026 World Cup against Panama after being denied entry to Canada.

The NFL has closed its review of wide receiver Stefon Diggs after determining there was insufficient evidence of a personal conduct policy violation, a league official told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

A federal judge on Friday ruled to allow the White House to stage a UFC event Sunday in an elaborate ring already built on the South Lawn.

Clemson wide receiver Tristan Smith received a temporary injunction against the NCAA from a South Carolina judge, clearing the way for him to play this season.

Victoria Mboko, No. 9 in the WTA's singles rankings and doubles partner of Serena Williams, will miss Wimbledon with an MCL injury to her left knee, she announced Friday.

Before Sunday's fight card, here are the storylines, stats and fight picks for UFC at the White House.

Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper was arrested again Thursday after he allegedly violated a protection order against him, according to jail records.

Lifelong Knicks fan Ben Stiller has documented the team's playoff run with videos on his X account.

Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper is facing two additional charges, including a felony charge of second-degree assault, stemming from his arrest last week, according to court records.

For the tournament, we are taking a look at the major incidents to examine and explain the process in terms of both VAR protocol and the laws of the game.

The NFL has concluded its investigation of Kansas City Chiefs defensive backs coach Dave Merritt and found insufficient evidence of a violation of the personal conduct policy, sources told NFL Network's Mike Garafolo.

The unlikely fight card location and custom-built arena have produced some fascinating scenes as the venue has taken shape in Washington, D.C.

After Roman "Chocolatito" Gonzalez and Juan Francisco Estrada, Jesse "Bam" Rodriguez is carrying the torch for the lower divisions.

Our experts break down top storylines, players and predictions for this year's MCWS.

A historic top-2 swap, a calculated move for OKC and a Giannis blockbuster headline six offers that would rock draft night.

Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst canvass the league on Game 4 aftermath, Giannis saga updates and more NBA intel.

The Knicks have a chance Saturday to win their first NBA title since 1973. Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs, however, are standing in their way.