By Lucia Fernandez
Sports editor based in Madrid. Tracks Latin American footballers in Europe, plus boxing, baseball and the Olympic beat.
Champions League Semifinals: How History Shapes the 2026 Contenders
The UEFA Champions League semifinals have arrived, with Atlético de Madrid, Arsenal, Bayern Munich, and Paris Saint-Germain vying for the fi
NYC Proposes Temporary Street Names for Soccer Icons Pelé and Thierry Henry
New York City Council members have introduced a bill to rename intersections in Manhattan and Queens for soccer legends Pelé and Thierry Hen
Barcelona's Striker Search: Sorloth, Muriqi, and Asllani Emerge as Álvarez Alternatives
FC Barcelona is exploring alternative striker options as a deal for Julián Álvarez proves difficult. The club is considering Alexander Sorlo
Lakers Shift Focus from Giannis Antetokounmpo to Mitchell, Leonard for 2026 Roster
The Lakers are exploring alternatives to Giannis Antetokounmpo, who may prefer to stay on the East Coast. Donovan Mitchell and Kawhi Leonard
LAFC's Collective Strength Shines as Star Attackers Seek Rhythm
LAFC is proving its championship mettle by thriving on collective performance while its star attackers navigate a scoring drought. The team'
World Cup 2026: Penn Station Entry Restrictions to Reroute NYC Commuters
Key entrances to New York's Penn Station will be reserved for World Cup ticket holders on match days, impacting thousands of daily commuters
Amtrak's Pacific Surfliner Offers Discounts and Expanded Service for 2026 World Cup in California
Amtrak's Pacific Surfliner will offer a 20% discount on tickets for travel during the 2026 FIFA World Cup in California. The service will ad