L.A. Times - Sports

Photos from the United States' 4-1 victory over Paraguay in World Cup Group D play at Los Angeles Stadium (SoFi Stadium) on Friday.

Fans cheered on the field of the Coliseum while watching the U.S. rout Paraguay in their World Cup opener on video screens.

Christian Pulisic sets up two goals and Folarin Balogun scores twice behind an impressive offensive showcase by the U.S. in a 4-1 World Cup win over Paraguay.

The first four games of the showdown between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs is the most watched NBA Finals since 1998.

Manager Dave Roberts had expressed optimism Thursday night, after the Dodgers' 8-6 win against the Pirates, that Shohei Ohtani would not miss additional time for the ailment.

Golf star Phil Mickelson is fighting a sexual misconduct allegation from a Southern California country club employee. His lawyer says there's evidence to the contrary.

MLB spoke with Dodgers and Rams physician Neal ElAttrache about a New York Times story that connected him with UFC fighter Conor McGregor taking banned substances.

The 24-year-old forward, a former No. 2 overall draft pick now playing only 17 minutes a game as a reserve, looks to improve her game while decreasing fouls.

The funding requires passage in Congress, but its approval in committee last week is a crucial signal of investment from Washington after weeks of uncertainty.

The most ambitious FIFA World Cup in history is underway, but geopolitical rifts, travel bans and high ticket prices threaten to smother the excitement.

Beverly Hills-based jeweler Jason Arasheben crafted the Seattle Seahawks' Super Bowl rings celebrating the team's 2025 season title.

In a match marked by three red cards, Mexico discovered it can be an attacking threat while winning the World Cup opener against South Africa at Azteca Stadium.

Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani makes an early exit against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Thursday because of inflammation in his left knee.

Will Smith is optimistic his injured neck will be feeling better next week. Until then, here's how Dave Roberts is going to handle his catcher situation.

The American men are facing the pressure of hosting a tournament in which they are not favored to win while trying to increase interest in the sport.