By Lucia Fernandez
Sports editor based in Madrid. Tracks Latin American footballers in Europe, plus boxing, baseball and the Olympic beat.
Sophie Cunningham Calls Out WNBA for Caitlin Clark Poster Snub: 'It's a Joke'
Sophie Cunningham publicly criticized the WNBA for leaving Caitlin Clark off the league's 30th anniversary poster, calling the decision 'a j
Scaloni Restores Core XI for Cape Verde Clash as Argentina Faces First Knockout Test
Argentina enters the World Cup knockout stage with a flawless group record but faces a tactical puzzle up front. Scaloni will field his stro
Why Many Catalans Don't Cheer for Spain During the World Cup
For many Catalans, supporting Spain's national team feels like backing a national identity they don't fully share. The tension stems from ce
Messi, Mbappé, and Kane: The Clash of Icons Reshaping the 2026 World Cup
The 2026 World Cup knockout stage sets the stage for a silent battle among Messi, Mbappé, and Kane. Each player's performance redefines foot
How Lobos BUAP Saved Julián Quiñones' Career Before World Cup Stardom
Julián Quiñones' path to Mexico's 2026 World Cup squad began with a loan to Lobos BUAP in 2017. The small Puebla club gambled on him after C
Colombia vs Ghana: Queiroz Seeks Redemption as Colombia Stays on Attack
Colombia advances undefeated from a tough group and keeps its aggressive approach. Richard Ríos vows to play head-on. Carlos Queiroz meets h
Geraldine Ponce on Life with Luis Díaz: Family, Faith, and Finding Peace Off the Pitch
Geraldine Ponce, wife of Colombia's Luis Díaz, shares how faith and family keep them grounded. The couple, together since their teens in La
Colombia vs Ghana: World Cup Knockout Clash in Kansas City Brings Tactical Drama and a Queiroz Reunion
Colombia enters as favorite after an undefeated group stage, but physical fatigue from the Portugal match poses a challenge. The knockout ti
Inside the Low-Key Marriage of Mexico's World Cup Star Julián Quiñones
Julián Quiñones has been a key player for Mexico at the 2026 World Cup, scoring three goals. Off the pitch, his wife Ana Gabriela Amato bala
Two World Cup Fans Earn $50K Each Living in a Times Square Glass Cube
Two soccer fans are living in a glass cube in Times Square to watch every World Cup match. They earn $50,000 each for the month-long challen
Gilberto Mora: Europe's Top Clubs Circle Mexico's World Cup Revelation
Gilberto Mora, Mexico's 17-year-old World Cup breakout star, has drawn interest from Europe's elite clubs. Manchester City, Real Madrid, and
EA FC 26 Glory Hunters Team 2 Leak: Haaland, Salah, Rice Lead 32-Player Roster
A leaked database reveals the full 32-player roster for EA FC 26's Glory Hunters Team 2, headlined by Erling Haaland, Mohamed Salah, and Dec