By Lucia Fernandez
Sports editor based in Madrid. Tracks Latin American footballers in Europe, plus boxing, baseball and the Olympic beat.
EA FC 26 Career Mode: 16 World Cup Free Agents to Sign for Your Squad
EA FC 26 Career Mode offers a treasure trove of World Cup free agents. Mexico's Gilberto Mora leads a list of 16 players with high potential
Cape Verde Captain Ryan Mendes Faces Sexual Assault Investigation Ahead of Argentina World Cup Clash
Cape Verde captain Ryan Mendes is under criminal investigation in New Zealand for sexual assault. The case emerged as his team prepares for
2026 World Cup Round of 16 Set: Latin American Teams Face High-Stakes Matchups
The 2026 World Cup round of 16 matchups are locked in, with traditional powers and surprise qualifiers set for single-elimination clashes. L
Mexico's 2026 World Cup Round of 16: Possible Rivals, Date, and Venue
Mexico has secured a spot in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16. Potential rivals include top UEFA and Conmebol teams. The match is set for earl
2026 World Cup Bracket Analysis: Argentina's Clear Path vs. Europe's Gauntlet
Argentina's path to the semifinals looks manageable, avoiding early clashes with European giants. Meanwhile, France, Spain, and Portugal are
Argentina's Secret Weapon at the World Cup: 450 Kilos of Premium Beef for Team Asados
Argentina's World Cup squad has imported 450 kilograms of premium Argentine beef to Kansas City to maintain their traditional asado rituals.
FC Barcelona's 2026-27 Kit: Gradient Stripes Inspired by Camp Nou's Facade
FC Barcelona's new home kit features a dynamic gradient of blue and maroon stripes, echoing the renovated Camp Nou facade. The jersey arrive
DR Congo's Historic World Cup Run: From Zaire to the Knockout Stage
DR Congo defeated Uzbekistan 3-1 to reach the Round of 32, its first World Cup win ever. The country's only previous appearance was in 1974
Mbappé Prioritizes World Cup Trophy Over Messi's Scoring Record
Kylian Mbappé scored a brace to lead France past Sweden and reach 18 career World Cup goals. He says the team trophy on July 19 is his only
Serena Williams Returns to Wimbledon: The 24th Grand Slam Within Reach
Serena Williams is back at Wimbledon, aiming for her 24th Grand Slam singles title to match Margaret Court's record. With a $400 million net
Messi's Spider-Man Hunt: A Clever Marketing Play at the 2026 World Cup
Lionel Messi's viral Spider-Man hunt at the 2026 World Cup is a sophisticated marketing campaign tied to Adidas and Sony. Beyond the fun, it
Spain's Plan to Isolate Lamine Yamal Against Austria's Low Block
Spain's coaching staff is focusing on getting the ball to Lamine Yamal in wide areas to break down Austria's compact defense. The 18-year-ol