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Arteta: Arsenal must 'be like a hammer' in title race

Mikel Arteta has said Arsenal must "be like a hammer" to hunt down Liverpool in the Premier League title race. January 01, 2025 at 01:15AM

Dartmouth hoops players end attempt to unionize

The Dartmouth men's basketball team dropped its attempt to become the first college sports team to unionize. December 31, 2024 at 11:52PM

Teen stars who stood the test of time: LeBron joins rare athletic company

The Los Angeles Lakers star turned 40 on Monday and will join a select group when he suits up next. December 31, 2024 at 12:06AM

Giants rookie Malik Nabers reaches 1K yards for the season with 31-yard TD catch

Nabers takes a screen pass up the right side to the house and tops 1,000 receiving yards for the season. December 30, 2024 at 12:31AM

Patriots' Kayshon Boutte's Pink Panther sweater headlines Week 17 arrivals

NFL players around the league showed out in their Week 17 arrivals. December 29, 2024 at 01:06AM

Luka's home burglarized amid wave of break-ins

Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic's home was burglarized Friday night. "No one was home at the time, and thankfully Luka and his family are safe," his business manager said. December 28, 2024 at 11:51PM

'He loves Barça!': De Jong agent on Saudi links

Frenkie de Jong's agent has rubbished stories linking the midfielder with a move to Saudi Arabia. December 28, 2024 at 03:08AM

Bucs' Winfield, Shepard, Otton out vs. Panthers

Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles ruled out All-Pro safety Antoine Winfield Jr., tight end Cade Otton and wide receiver Sterling Shepard for Sunday's game hosting the Panthers. December 28, 2024 at 12:19AM

Source: Sirianni apologized to Ertz following spat

Eagles coach Nick Sirianni apologized to Commanders tight end Zach Ertz following a heated exchange between the two of them after Sunday's game, a league source confirmed. December 27, 2024 at 01:33AM

Wolverines star DL Grant entering NFL draft

Michigan's Kenneth Grant Jr., the massive defensive lineman who helped the Wolverines to a national title in 2023 and wins over Ohio State, is headed to the NFL draft. December 27, 2024 at 12:12AM

Texans' H-Town blue look tops Week 17 uniforms

The Christmas week is bringing out notable uniforms. December 26, 2024 at 01:30AM

Patrick Mahomes to Xavier Worthy opens scoring, but penalty proves costly

Worthy's unsportsmanlike conduct penalty resulted in a longer PAT try, which Harrison Butker missed. December 26, 2024 at 12:09AM

Week 17 Power Rankings: 1-32 poll, plus every team's rookie of the year

How high did the Cowboys rise and how far did the Eagles fall? Plus, we pick rookies of the year on every team. December 25, 2024 at 01:16AM

Sources: Heat's Smith has torn Achilles tendon

Heat guard Dru Smith, who was averaging a career-high 6.3 points per game, has suffered a season-ending torn Achilles tendon, sources told ESPN. December 25, 2024 at 12:14AM

Texans WR Dell has torn ACL, dislocated kneecap

Texans wide receiver Tank Dell suffered a torn ACL and dislocated kneecap in Saturday's loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, coach DeMeco Ryans said Monday. December 24, 2024 at 12:57AM

Vols, Auburn still atop SEC-heavy AP Top 25 poll

Tennessee and Auburn remained Nos. 1-2 atop The Associated Press men's college basketball poll. It's a fitting spot for a pair of Southeastern Conference teams considering the league put 10 teams into Monday's AP Top 25. December 24, 2024 at 12:14AM

Amorim had warned that a 'storm' would hit Man United. It's here now

Ruben Amorim wasn't kidding when he said "the storm will come." After his Man United team's latest defeat, his biggest worry right now is results. December 22, 2024 at 11:46PM

Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury 2 live results and analysis

Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury meet in a rematch for the WBC, WBO and WBA heavyweight titles. Follow live. December 22, 2024 at 12:32AM

Raiders QB O'Connell 'good to go' vs. Jaguars

Raiders quarterback Aidan O'Connell "should be good to go" and start Sunday against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Raiders coach Antonio Pierce said Friday. December 21, 2024 at 02:23AM

Iowa QB Sullivan (ankle) to return for bowl game

Iowa QB Brendan Sullivan, who missed two games with an ankle injury, will return for the Music City Bowl vs. Missouri, with Jackson Stratton serving as backup. December 21, 2024 at 01:28AM

Depleted Ravens rule out Agholor vs. Steelers

The Ravens have ruled out Nelson Agholor, which could leave them with an inexperienced wide receiver group heading into a pivotal AFC North game against the Steelers. December 20, 2024 at 11:41PM

KAT gets 'warm feeling' in return to Minnesota

Karl-Anthony Towns said he got a "warm feeling" entering the Target Center again on Thursday morning, but that still didn't mask how strange it was for him to be entering the arena he called home for nine seasons as a visiting player for the first time. December 20, 2024 at 01:07AM

23XI, Front Row can compete in '25 with charters

The two teams suing NASCAR over an antitrust complaint were granted a preliminary injunction Wednesday that allowed them to compete as chartered teams in the 2025 season. December 19, 2024 at 01:26AM

Women's basketball Power Rankings: We're about to find out just how good the Big Ten is

Michigan State joins the rankings, giving the Big Ten five teams in this week's update from Michael Voepel. December 18, 2024 at 09:31PM

USWNT World Cup winner Sauerbrunn retires

Two-time World Cup winning defender Becky Sauerbrunn, a mainstay with the United States women's national team for over 15 years, as well as in the NWSL, announced her retirement from professional soccer on Tuesday. December 18, 2024 at 12:57AM

Sources: Bronny to play in G League showcase

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James, fresh off a string of promising performances for the South Bay Lakers, will participate in the G League Winter Showcase this week. December 18, 2024 at 12:30AM

First bets: Early picks for NFL Week 16

What are the lines we're looking at before movement later in the week? Here are some early bets for NFL Week 16. December 16, 2024 at 11:47PM

Bengals' Joe Burrow evades pressure, hits Chase Brown with TD pass vs. Titans

After an interception on his opening drive, Burrow found redemption with a scramble and TD pass. December 16, 2024 at 12:19AM

Dull draw vs. Everton might push Arsenal to make moves in January

Arsenal were disjointed and lacking spark in drawing 0-0 with Everton, and it might prompt the Gunners to act in January if they're to contend for the title. December 15, 2024 at 01:27AM

Ex-Miami booster's sentence commuted by Biden

Former Miami booster Nevin Shapiro had his sentence for masterminding a $930 million Ponzi scheme commuted by President Joe Biden. December 15, 2024 at 12:16AM

Ancelotti: Resurgent Bellingham leads by example

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti believes Jude Bellingham leads the team by example not just with his quality but by showing "a lot of commitment." December 14, 2024 at 12:23AM

Chelsea extend fine form with win in icy Astana

Chelsea continued their fine recent form with a 3-1 win over Kazakh side FC Astana despite Enzo Maresca ringing the changes for the UEFA Conference League clash. December 13, 2024 at 03:29AM

Sources: Broncos, LT Bolles agree to 4-year deal

Left tackle Garett Bolles, the Broncos' first-round pick in the 2017 draft, has agreed to a four-year extension to remain in Denver, multiple sources said Thursday. December 13, 2024 at 01:35AM

Facts vs. Feelings: Stars to ride, guys to stash, duds to fade in Week 15

Liz Loza waxes philosophical about Jerome Ford's potential and the existential torture of rostering Kyle Pitts, among other Week 15 musings December 12, 2024 at 01:20AM

Commanders' Brown out with 'significant' injury

Commanders receiver Noah Brown, who left the win over the Titans on Dec. 1 with a rib injury, will likely miss the rest of the season, coach Dan Quinn said Wednesday. December 12, 2024 at 12:36AM

Fans can design Man City's 2026-27 third kit using AI, here's how

ESPN tested Puma's AI Creator tool to design Man City's kits as part of a fan competition to find the best sketch. Here's what we came up with. December 11, 2024 at 01:49AM

Sources: Cowboys' Overshown tore 3 ligaments

Cowboys LB DeMarvion Overshown tore the ACL, MCL and PCL in his right knee and will have surgery this week, sources told ESPN on Tuesday. December 11, 2024 at 12:59AM

Champions League live blog: Atalanta-Real Madrid, Leverkusen-Inter

Enjoy live updates from Tuesday's Champions League action as Atalanta host Real Madrid, Bayer Leverkusen take on Inter Milan and RB Leipzig face Aston Villa. December 11, 2024 at 01:11AM

Kiffin: Portal before bowl is flaw of 'dumb system'

Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin said college football's crammed calendar is "a dumb system," especially with the transfer portal opening before the end of the season. December 10, 2024 at 11:54PM

Sources: Closer Romano, Phillies agree to deal

Closer Jordan Romano and the Phillies are in agreement on a contract. December 10, 2024 at 12:50AM

AP poll reaction: What you need to know about each Top 25 team

The latest AP Top 25 poll is out. Here's the latest on each team in the rankings, and what comes next. December 10, 2024 at 12:07AM

College Football Playoff predictions: Our reporters pick every game in every round

Our college football writers predict the outcomes of each CFP matchup and choose their champion. December 09, 2024 at 12:04AM

Wrexham boost title hopes with 'Olimpico' goal

Wrexham moved level on points with Wycombe after Elliot Lee's goal direct from a corner kick earned the Welsh club a narrow win away at Burton Albion. December 08, 2024 at 01:23AM

Source: Terps land Elee, top defender in '26 class

Five-star defensive end Zion Elee, ESPN's No. 1 defender in the Class of 2026, has committed to Maryland, a source confirmed to ESPN Saturday afternoon. December 08, 2024 at 12:32AM

Slot backs Kelleher to bounce back from errors

Arne Slot has backed goalkeeper Caoimhín Kelleher to bounce back from his error against Newcastle but has said first-choice Alisson Becker will be back from injury "very soon." December 07, 2024 at 12:36AM

Why isn't there a chance to crown the best club in women's soccer?

After winning the NWSL Championship, Marta might not have been wrong in saying her league, and her team's title, are the best in the world. But wouldn't it be cool to actually prove this against the best of the world? December 06, 2024 at 01:21AM

Bedard an Olympic option despite 4 Nations snub

Blackhawks star Connor Bedard is still in the running to make the Olympics despite not being chosen for the 4 Nations tournament. December 05, 2024 at 11:49PM

USC lands commitment from 5-star DE Stewart

Five-star defensive end Jahkeem Stewart, the No. 11 prospect in the 2025 ESPN 300, committed to USC on Wednesday afternoon, announcing his decision live on "College Football Live" from a ceremony at New Orleans' Edna Karr High School. December 05, 2024 at 01:14AM

Sun hire coach Meziane of Belgian national team

Rachid Meziane, who has long coached professionally in France and led the Belgian women's national team, is the new coach of the WNBA's Connecticut Sun. December 05, 2024 at 12:24AM

USWNT-Netherlands talking points: Naeher shines in send-off, Dutch show promise without Yohannes

On Alyssa Naeher's final match, the USWNT came from behind to win 2-1 against the Netherlands with help from young star Lily Yohannes. December 04, 2024 at 04:12AM

Naeher stands tall, ends USWNT career with win

Lynn Williams scored the go-ahead goal in the 71st minute and Alyssa Naeher made six saves in her final match as the United States defeated the Netherlands 2-1 at The Hague on Tuesday. December 04, 2024 at 03:34AM

Follow live: USWNT seeks first win vs. Netherlands since 2020 in friendly

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Latest from Tiger Woods: Health, PGA Tour-PIF deal and Ryder Cup money

Woods isn't sure when he's going to return to competitive golf, but he still has thoughts on some of the pressing issues facing the sport. December 04, 2024 at 12:30AM

AP poll Week 4 reaction: What you need to know about each Top 25 team

The latest AP Top 25 poll is out for the 2024-25 season. Here's what you need to know about all 25 teams. December 02, 2024 at 11:53PM

Liverpool's 'Slot machine' hits top gear as Haaland's, Man City's crisis deepens

Arne Slot's Liverpool squad outclassed Manchester City to further their lead at the top of the league. December 02, 2024 at 12:16AM