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Cristiano Ronaldo left the stadium before the end of Manchester United's 1-1 draw with Rayo Vallecano after being substituted at half-time. August 01, 2022 at 05:14AM

England's women finally broke the country's trophy curse in a tournament that brought delight from start to finish. August 01, 2022 at 04:36AM

Los Angeles Angels slugger Mike Trout visited a back specialist last week and was optimistic in speaking with reporters Sunday that "hopefully I'm going to play here soon." August 01, 2022 at 03:12AM

Right-hander Freddy Peralta, who has been sidelined by a lat strain since May 23, will rejoin the Brewers this week when they play the Pirates at PNC Park August 01, 2022 at 01:59AM

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Lionel Messi will wait until the end of his contract at PSG to mull his options, including a return to Barcelona. Transfer Talk has the latest. July 31, 2022 at 05:21AM

Any consternation about how Super Bowl LVI ended is water under the bridge for Cincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon and coach Zac Taylor. July 31, 2022 at 04:27AM

Erling Haaland will bounce back for Manchester City, but he struggled when compared to teammate Julian Alvarez and Liverpool's Darwin Nunez. July 31, 2022 at 03:22AM

New York Jets coach Robert Saleh expressed concern over the new Guardian Cap, saying the protective shells are causing players to use their helmets more than usual -- and he's worried about the effects when they are removed later in the preseason. July 31, 2022 at 01:39AM

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Xavier Booker, one of the biggest stock-risers of the spring and summer, told ESPN he has committed to Michigan State. July 31, 2022 at 01:20AM

The team has bought $50,000 worth of Mega Millions tickets and could be sharing certain prizes with holders of full-season tickets or suites, staff, and the Islanders Children's Foundation charity. July 30, 2022 at 03:33AM

Patrick Mahomes said he read about the study clause inserted into Kyler Murray's contract and heard the criticism of his own play and that of other black quarterbacks, but wouldn't go as far to say black quarterbacks are evaluated differently. July 30, 2022 at 03:27AM

The Jaguars have signed kicker Elliott Fry and cut rookie Andrew Mevis, who hit former Cowboys head coach Dave Campo with a badly missed field goal attempt during training camp. July 30, 2022 at 03:27AM

Young receivers are also starting to make their mark around the league. Check out the top videos and notes from the NFL on Friday. July 30, 2022 at 02:48AM

Defensive midfielders rarely grab headlines, but Oberdorf might be the most important player in Sunday's final. July 30, 2022 at 02:11AM

UCLA and Under Armour have reached agreement on a settlement, with the apparel company agreeing to pay $67.5 million for terminating a sponsorship deal with the school. July 30, 2022 at 01:29AM

Veteran linebacker Kwon Alexander is signing a one-year deal with the New York Jets, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter. July 29, 2022 at 04:17AM

Once more, a well-fancied France team failed to live up to expectations at a major tournament. But they have the foundations for success. July 29, 2022 at 02:57AM

Charles Barkley says he's still waiting on an offer to be part of the LIV Golf broadcasting crew after meeting with CEO Greg Norman, but that he can't keep TNT, his current employer, in limbo. July 29, 2022 at 02:15AM

Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins on Thursday brushed off recent comments from general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, saying he was focused on training camp. July 29, 2022 at 02:15AM

Saquon Barkley, who is entering the final season of his contract and a potentially pivotal year in his career, says he wants to "show the Giants that the guy that they drafted is still here." July 29, 2022 at 02:15AM

UEFA will investigate Turkey's Fenerbahce after fans chanted Vladimir Putin's name against Dynamo Kyiv in a Champions League qualifier. July 29, 2022 at 02:15AM

Gone are the days of the Brickyard 400 drawing 250,000 fans, but NASCAR has found new life in Indianapolis by running around its road course. July 29, 2022 at 12:55AM

The Baltimore Orioles introduced No. 1 overall pick Jackson Holliday, who signed a contract Wednesday with an $8.19 million signing bonus. July 28, 2022 at 03:50AM

Barcelona have continued their busy summer of arrivals with the signing of defender Jules Kounde from Sevilla, sources told ESPN. July 28, 2022 at 03:34AM

Mike Trout is dealing with a "rare condition" in his back that he likely will have to manage "through the rest of his career," according to Angels head athletic trainer Mike Frostad. July 28, 2022 at 02:16AM

The Biden administration has offered a deal to Russia aimed at bringing home WNBA star Brittney Griner and another jailed American Paul Whelan, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Wednesday. July 28, 2022 at 01:32AM

Mekhi Becton reported to Jets training camp with a smaller waistline and will now be playing a new position -- right tackle. July 28, 2022 at 01:29AM

Julio Jones said joining Tom Brady and the Buccaneers -- his longtime NFC South opponent -- was a "surreal moment" and discussed his excitement to "be a part of something special." July 28, 2022 at 01:29AM

Saturday night's Barcelona-Real Madrid game may have meant little to the players, but for the fans, it was everything. July 28, 2022 at 12:48AM

Seven-time Pro Bowl wide receiver Julio Jones is signing a one-year deal with the Buccaneers, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter. July 27, 2022 at 03:09AM

Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones said Tuesday that his team needs to be "viable in the playoffs" for him to consider it a successful season. July 27, 2022 at 03:09AM

After 14 years of planning and construction, the Jackie Robinson Museum opened Tuesday displaying 350 artifacts, a collection of 40,000 images and 450 hours of footage of the man who broke baseball's color barrier in 1947. July 27, 2022 at 02:02AM

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow is expected to have an appendectomy, a source confirmed to ESPN on Tuesday. July 27, 2022 at 01:31AM

The Yankees have placed All-Star outfielder Giancarlo Stanton on the 10-day injured list with left Achilles tendinitis. July 27, 2022 at 01:31AM

Ohio State athletic director Gene Smith said that while the notion of a 16-team College Football Playoff hasn't been discussed formally, it has come up consistently in the discourse surrounding how best to expand the CFP. July 27, 2022 at 01:31AM

The Seahawks are releasing running back Chris Carson with a failed physical designation, a source confirmed to ESPN. July 27, 2022 at 01:31AM

With nine days left in the regular season, the Sparks are without their prized free agency acquisition as they fight to secure a playoff spot. July 27, 2022 at 01:12AM

We're here! It's the final four of the European Championships. Who makes it to Sunday's final? July 26, 2022 at 05:04AM

Not since 1960 has NASCAR stripped a driver of his victory because of technical infringements. That changed on Sunday night in Pocono, and there's likely to be more to come. July 26, 2022 at 02:36AM

At Bills camp, trying to get an autograph from Allen is a big thing for fans. The team's third-year tight end didn't even have to ask and left Monday with a souvenir. July 26, 2022 at 03:06AM

We're here! It's the final four of the European Championships, and the four best teams are still standing. Who makes it to Sunday's final? July 26, 2022 at 02:23AM

Both veterans have worn the same numbers for most of their careers. Ingram couldn't wear No. 22 last year when he joined the Saints so he picked No. 14. When Dalton came, and a single-digit number opened up, Ingram happily gave Dalton No. 14. July 26, 2022 at 12:43AM

Barcelona have beat out Chelsea on the transfer of Sevilla defender Jules Kounde. Transfer Talk has the latest. July 25, 2022 at 05:01AM

It's not often that the best four teams make the semis of a major tournament. So let's enjoy England vs. Sweden and Germany vs. France at Euro 2022. July 25, 2022 at 04:39AM

While the Big Ten and SEC load up, and the rest of college sports seems in flux, the ACC projected strength at media days thanks in large part to the grant of rights that ties teams to the league through 2036. But how ironclad is that? July 25, 2022 at 01:25AM

Jonas Vingegaard won his first Tour de France title after coming out on top of a thrilling three-week duel with defending champion Tadej Pogacar. July 25, 2022 at 02:12AM

The Copa América Femenina is growing, but the glaring problem is that Brazil continues to dominate. Could that change in the 2022 knockouts? July 25, 2022 at 01:06AM

It took France 33 shots to score once, while the Netherlands could barely muster anything going forward. July 24, 2022 at 05:43AM

Chelsea have reached an agreement with Jules Kounde, after reports suggested Barcelona hijacked the deal. Transfer Talk is LIVE with the latest. July 24, 2022 at 05:30AM

Charles Leclerc said the slipstream he picked up from his teammate in qualifying for the French Grand Prix was helpful but not the defining factor in him taking pole position ahead of Max Verstappen on Saturday. July 24, 2022 at 04:11AM

ESPN analyst Tim Kurkjian was honored by the Baseball Hall of Fame on Saturday, earning the Baseball Writers' Association of America's Career Excellence Award. July 24, 2022 at 02:26AM

The struggling Boston Red Sox, who lost, 28-5, on Friday night at Fenway Park to the Toronto Blue Jays, placed All-Star third baseman Rafael Devers on the 10-day injured list Saturday with right hamstring inflammation. July 24, 2022 at 02:26AM

With England waiting in the semifinals, Sweden's win over Belgium certainly could have been more convincing. July 23, 2022 at 05:03AM

Big Ten players and an independent players' association are talking to conference officials about improved benefits and a bigger voice in college football's future. July 23, 2022 at 03:58AM

With new faces in the front office and at head coach, Raiders quarterback Derek Carr hopes last year's season of chaos won't be duplicated this year. July 23, 2022 at 03:25AM

David Feherty is joining the Saudi-funded LIV Golf Invitational Series July 23, 2022 at 02:31AM

Deshaun Watson reported to training camp on Friday along with Cleveland's other quarterbacks and the team's rookies. July 23, 2022 at 01:30AM

Barcelona are set to begin talks with Memphis Depay and Frenkie de Jong as they look to clarify their future. Transfer Talk has the latest. July 22, 2022 at 04:56AM

A rematch between Devin Haney and George Kambosos for the undisputed lightweight title is being planned for mid-October, sources tell ESPN. July 22, 2022 at 04:21AM

Jimbo Fisher said he has "no ill will" toward Nick Saban, whose comments earlier this year about Texas A&M's recruiting practices ignited a feud between the two coaches. July 22, 2022 at 03:23AM

One of the biggest liabilities in the NFL is looking behind door No. 2, especially when it comes to quarterbacks. July 22, 2022 at 01:43AM

After taking in the 2022 Las Vegas summer league, André Snellings details which rookies stood out enough to be on the fantasy radar come fall. July 22, 2022 at 01:15AM

The NCAA has adequately addressed nine of 23 recommendations for creating comparable NCAA tournament experiences for men's and women's basketball players, according to a progress report released Wednesday. July 21, 2022 at 04:36AM

Budding UFC star Sean O'Malley, who is coming off a no-contest affair against Pedro Munhoz in early July, will face former bantamweight champion Petr Yan at UFC 280 on Oct. 22 in Abu Dhabi. July 21, 2022 at 04:35AM

Miles Bridges has pleaded not guilty to three felony domestic violence charges. Bridges has been accused of assaulting his girlfriend in front of their two children in June. July 21, 2022 at 02:22AM

Serena Williams and Novak Djokovic were on the official US Open entry lists released Wednesday, but that doesn't mean they'll necessarily play in the tournament -- and in Djokovic's case, he can't, as of now, because he isn't vaccinated against COVID-19. July 21, 2022 at 02:22AM

Here's a complete list of this year's ESPY winners as they're announced. July 21, 2022 at 01:22AM

We look back on the group stage for statistical insights on the tournament favorites. July 20, 2022 at 03:41AM

The Euro 2022 hosts have been superb, but concerns are being raised about the lack of diversity in the team, something the FA is trying to tackle. July 20, 2022 at 03:50AM

Here are the most fashionable arrivals to the 92nd edition of the Midsummer Classic. July 20, 2022 at 03:20AM

Sidy Cissoko, the No. 25 prospect in the ESPN 2023 mock draft, told ESPN that he has signed with the NBA's G League Ignite program. July 20, 2022 at 02:01AM

The Bucks have re-signed Serge Ibaka after acquiring the 32-year-old center from the Clippers as part of a four-team deal at the trade deadline. July 20, 2022 at 01:01AM

Jackson State football coach Deion Sanders will donate half of his salary to help complete the program's football facility renovations, he announced on Instagram. July 19, 2022 at 05:27AM

Ole Miss' Lane Kiffin said that because there's no salary cap and because coaches can't be involved in directing NIL funds, college football has a "whole other set of problems." July 19, 2022 at 04:29AM

Thunder forward Kenrich Williams has agreed to a four-year, $27.2 million extension, sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. July 19, 2022 at 03:22AM

First-year LSU head coach Brian Kelly spoke on a variety of topics at his first SEC media days on Monday, including NIL, leaving Notre Dame and his favorite southern cuisine. July 19, 2022 at 01:39AM

Cucho Hernandez has four goals in three games since joining Columbus. It's little wonder the Crew have rocketed up our Power Rankings. July 19, 2022 at 01:18AM

A look at what mattered most at the 150th playing of The Open. July 18, 2022 at 02:54AM

Red Sox left-hander Chris Sale suffered a fractured pinkie finger on his pitching hand when he was struck by a comebacker in the first inning against the Yankees. July 18, 2022 at 03:35AM

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout, sidelined the last four games with back spasms, will not play in Tuesday's All-Star Game in Los Angeles, and will be replaced on the roster by Ty France of the Seattle Mariners. July 18, 2022 at 03:35AM

A realistic Rory McIlroy, who finished two shots behind Australia's Cameron Smith at The Open on Sunday, appeared ready to turn the page after the tournament, saying, "At the end of the day, it's not life or death." July 18, 2022 at 03:35AM

Roma coach Jose Mourinho showed off a new tattoo on his arm picturing the three European trophies -- UCL, UEL and UECL -- he won during his career. July 18, 2022 at 03:35AM

Gators quarterback Anthony Richardson, who wears No. 15, will no longer use the nickname "AR-15" as part of his personal brand in an effort to not be associated with the assault rifle. July 18, 2022 at 02:26AM

Sweden showed why they're ranked No. 2 in the world by demolishing Portugal to top Group C. July 18, 2022 at 01:15AM

Marc Raimondi and Jeff Wagenheim break down Saturday and evaluate what's next in the featherweight division. July 17, 2022 at 05:20AM

McIlroy recognizes the enormity of this moment, while also trying not to let it consume him as he chases his holy grail at St. Andrews. July 17, 2022 at 03:50AM

The 155-pound title will be up for grabs at UFC 280 in Abu Dhabi. Our MMA experts break down the matchup. July 17, 2022 at 02:59AM

Linebacker Troy Bowles, son of Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Todd Bowles, has committed to Georgia. Troy Bowles is ranked No. 26 in the ESPN 300 for the class of 2023. July 17, 2022 at 02:21AM

A lightweight title bout between Charles Oliveira and Islam Makhachev will headline UFC 280 in Abu Dhabi on Oct. 22. July 17, 2022 at 01:33AM

Rays center fielder Kevin Kiermaier admits he could miss the rest of the regular season with a left hip injury and could be facing surgery. July 17, 2022 at 01:33AM

Chelsea eye Sevilla's Jules Kounde as their pursuit for Manchester City's Nathan Ake looks to be collapsing. July 16, 2022 at 05:09AM

Tiger Woods got himself to The Open. He didn't make the cut. So what does this tell us about his game and when might we see him again? July 16, 2022 at 03:18AM

Canada have set up the much-expected final with the United States at CONCACAF W. Their win over Jamaica showed why they can pull the upset. July 16, 2022 at 03:01AM

Rapid MLS expansion has not only filled in more geographic area, but it has created organic rivalries that are fueling the league's fanbase. July 16, 2022 at 01:27AM

David Ortiz thinks the Red Sox need to pay one of their players, JaMarcus Russell is honest about his career, Andre Iguodala makes a bold comparison and Richard Jefferson sees the appeal of being a referee. July 16, 2022 at 01:24AM

Suns restricted free agent center Deandre Ayton is signing a four-year, $133 million maximum contract offer sheet with the Pacers, his agents, Bill Duffy and Nima Namakian, told ESPN on Thursday. July 15, 2022 at 03:30AM

Offensive tackle Mitchell Schwartz, a four-time All-Pro selection, announced his retirement from the NFL on Thursday. July 15, 2022 at 03:30AM

Agent Casey Close sued Fox Sports radio host Doug Gottlieb for libel, alleging Gottlieb "falsely and recklessly" defamed Close with a tweet that claimed Close and his agency hadn't presented a contract offer to Freddie Freeman during free agency. July 15, 2022 at 03:30AM

The scars of Norway's 8-0 loss to England in Brighton might never go away. But they must now return to the site of that humiliation to move forward. July 15, 2022 at 03:14AM

Rory McIlroy has become the outspoken conscience in golf during these uncertain times. In the first round of The Open at St. Andrews, his game spoke volumes. July 15, 2022 at 02:01AM

With temps in the upper 60s and rain expected, the event is littered with turtlenecks, half-zips galore and hoodies. July 15, 2022 at 02:06AM

Coveted free agent Johnny Gaudreau said that Columbus was a place he had "circled" before signing his seven-year deal. July 15, 2022 at 01:36AM

Ten Hag faces many of the issues that beset David Moyes when he replaced Sir Alex Ferguson in 2013. July 14, 2022 at 05:27AM

Oklahoma State football coach Mike Gundy said that if he were the Big 12 commissioner, he wouldn't allow representatives from Texas and Oklahoma, which are leaving to join the SEC, to attend any of the conference's business meetings. July 14, 2022 at 03:51AM

Ten Royals players, including four of their top hitters and their best two starting pitchers this season, will not travel to Toronto for this week's four-game series because they have not received the COVID-19 vaccination. July 14, 2022 at 03:51AM

A transfer that few would have predicted two months ago, Raheem Sterling is now at Chelsea. July 14, 2022 at 03:02AM

Dan Snyder's attorney said in a letter to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform that the Commanders owner won't agree to the stipulation that he testify under subpoena, and she called any assertion that he hasn't been cooperative false. July 14, 2022 at 02:28AM

Erik ten Hag is facing many of the same issues at Manchester United that plagued David Moyes in 2013. Is history repeating itself? July 14, 2022 at 12:55AM

The hopes of up-and-comers in Euro 2022, like Spain, are crashing into reality as long-established giants like Germany prove difficult to get past. July 13, 2022 at 05:34AM

Giants starter Carlos Rodon, and designated hitters J.D. Martinez of the Red Sox and Garrett Cooper of the Marlins have been named as injury replacements for next Tuesday's All-Star Game. July 13, 2022 at 04:22AM

Boxer Jake Paul told ESPN's First Take on Tuesday that his "goal is to be the light heavyweight champion of the world in three to four years and to fight the biggest names in the sport." July 13, 2022 at 03:28AM

The NFL changed its uniform rules for 2022, allowing alternate helmets and more retro looks. Here's a look at the releases so far. July 13, 2022 at 01:57AM

Alabama coach Nick Saban, during an appearance on the "Always College Football" podcast this week, lamented the way realignment has stripped the tradition associated with college football. "Megaconferences are probably here to stay," he said. July 13, 2022 at 12:57AM

Unite Here Local 11, the union that represents Dodger Stadium concession workers, has threatened a strike in the days leading up to the All-Star Game. July 12, 2022 at 03:38AM

Quarterback Dylan Lonergan, from Brookwood High School in Snellville, Georgia, the No. 62 recruit on the 2023 ESPN 300, has committed to Alabama. July 12, 2022 at 03:38AM

Good news: Wayne Rooney will be D.C.'s next manager. Bad news: It needs a new coach because it keeps tumbling down the table and our Power Rankings. July 12, 2022 at 03:04AM