Ben Shpigel
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WNBA and More Sports Figures Celebrate Brittney Griner’s Release
Brianna Turner, a Phoenix Mercury teammate, thanked “every single person that kept Brittney Griner’s name alive.” Another teammate, Shey Peddy, said the situation went from...
Cristiano Ronaldo Benched in Portugal’s World Cup Game Against Switzerland
After Ronaldo’s petulant reaction to being substituted against South Korea, Portugal’s coach opted to bench him against Switzerland.
A chaotic end to the group stage sends Brazil and Switzerland to the knockout round.
Cameroon became the first African team to beat Brazil in a World Cup, but it wasn’t enough to advance. Switzerland’s victory secured it a spot...
England Remakes the Case for Itself With a 3-0 Win Over Wales
By toppling Wales, England advanced to the knockout stages, and reinvigorated itself.
Why World Cup Games Will be Played at the Same Time for the Next Four Days
The origin of simultaneous kickoffs in the final round of group play is rooted in one of the darker days in modern World Cup history.
U.S. Team Distances Itself From Federation’s Decision to Alter Iran Flag
U.S. Soccer angered Iran by posting a doctored Iranian flag on social media to show support for protesters there.
Cristiano Ronaldo and Manchester United Part Ways ‘By Mutual Agreement’
The exit for the superstar comes as Ronaldo is playing for Portugal in the World Cup.
Here’s a Curveball: What About Pressly for Series M.V.P.?
No player has enhanced his team’s chances of winning the World Series more than Ryan Presley, whose hellacious breaking pitches have Houston on the cusp...
Russell Wilson Spreads His Football Gospel to the Broncos
With a picture-perfect family, a Super Bowl-caliber team and Michael Jordan’s trainer at his side, the star quarterback is back to spreading football intensity —...
After Disputed Goal, Avalanche on the Cusp of a Stanley Cup Win
Players and officials needed an extra moment to realize Colorado had scored in overtime. Now, Tampa Bay trails 3-1 and needs to quickly move on...