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New Kings coach Peter Laviolette looks to build pillars for success2:23 During an introductory news conference Wednesday, he stressed unifying the locker room, seeking accountability and to build an attacking style of play. Dodgers expected to put catcher Will Smith on the injured list as neck issue lingers1:20 Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said catcher Will Smith still has stiffness in his neck, which caused him to sit out for a fourth straight game Wednesday. FIFA President Gianni Infantino pleas for patience, urges people to relax amid backlash1:20 While he runs the most popular global sporting event, FIFA President Gianni Infantino insists he is no king and must try to broker peace as best he can. Emotional, creative protests rise up in Mexico City ahead of historic World Cup opener23:45 Mexicans whose relatives have disappeared, teachers, stadium lifetime ticket owners and more air their grievances ahead of 2026 World Cup opening match. Texas Tech AD addresses controversy after judge's Brendan Sorsby ruling: 'I understand the frustration'23:45 Texas Tech athletic director Kirby Hocutt issued a statement addressing the controversy over a judge's decision to allow Brendan Sorsby to play in 2026 despite his NCAA ban for gambling. U.S. defender Chris Richards says he's ready for World Cup opener23:13 Richards, who missed the 2022 World Cup because of a hamstring injury, tore two tendons in his left ankle a month ago but is healthy enough now to play. World Cup referee, denied entry to U.S. because of suspected ties to terrorists, hailed in return to Somalia18:26 Andrew Giuliani, head of the White House Task Force on World Cup 2026, indicated referee Omar Artan was suspected of having ties to a Somali militant group. LA28 releases details on second Olympics ticket sales drop16:49 Before the second Olympic ticket drop officially begins Aug. 10, LA28 announced Wednesday there will be a presale for Visa cardholders from July 29-31. World Cup matchups: Start times for every match, how to watch and game previews13:05 Breaking down each of the first eight games of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which includes Mexico facing South Africa and the U.S. taking on Paraguay. USC freshman linebacker Talanoa Ili joins lawsuit seeking to upend new NIL system7:43 The first serious legal challenge to the House settlement on NIL monies will come courtesy of a USC Trojans freshman linebacker. Dodgers catcher Will Smith out of lineup again, could be headed to IL10.června Dodgers catcher Will Smith was out of the lineup for a third straight game Tuesday against the Pirates because of a stiff neck. USC paid Lincoln Riley nearly $12 million in lackluster 2024 season10.června Recently acquired tax records also show that the university spent $6.1 million to bring in basketball coach Eric Musselman. U.S. captain urges World Cup teammates to enjoy the experience9.června The Americans open the 2026 tournament at SoFi Stadium on Friday, knowing it's a once-in-a-career moment to play in the World Cup at home. Serena Williams gets a doubles win in her first professional match in almost four years9.června Tennis great Serena Williams returned to the sport Tuesday after nearly four years, teaming with Victoria Mbobo for a first-round doubles win at Queen's Court in London. Trump administration sued over 'illegal' and 'corrupt' UFC event on White House lawn9.června UFC Freedom 250, scheduled for Sunday (Trump's birthday) on the White House South Lawn, is described as 'corrupt' and 'illegal' in a federal lawsuit looking to shut down the event. |