By Lucia Fernandez
Sports editor based in Madrid. Tracks Latin American footballers in Europe, plus boxing, baseball and the Olympic beat.
Argentine Cyclists Cross the Americas to Cheer Messi in His Final World Cup
A dedicated group of cyclists from Argentina pedaled from the southern tip of South America to Dallas, Texas, to witness Lionel Messi's fina
Opta Supercomputer Predicts France to Win 2026 World Cup, Argentina Close Behind
France leads the Opta supercomputer's 2026 World Cup predictions with an 18.66% probability. Argentina follows at 16.26%, while Spain, Engla
Portugal vs. Croatia World Cup Tickets in Toronto Surge Past $30,000
Secondary market prices for Portugal vs. Croatia in Toronto have exceeded $30,000 per seat. The surge is fueled by large Portuguese and Croa
Barcelona Explores Harry Kane Move as Bayern Munich Pushes Contract Extension
Barcelona has made preliminary inquiries about signing Harry Kane after the 2026 World Cup. Bayern Munich, however, is confident in securing
England vs. DR Congo: High-Stakes World Cup Round of 32 Showdown
England meets DR Congo in a World Cup round of 32 battle at Gillette Stadium. The Three Lions rely on Kane and Bellingham, while the Leopard
USMNT Faces Bosnia in World Cup Knockout: Can Pochettino's Tactics Break the UEFA Curse?
The USMNT enters the knockout stage against a tall, set-piece-savvy Bosnia side. Coach Pochettino may lean on striker Ricardo Pepi as a seco
EA Sports FC 26 Gets Free 2026 World Cup Expansion with 48-Team Format
EA Sports has launched a free 2026 FIFA World Cup expansion for FC 26, adding the full 48-team tournament structure. The update includes off
Pelé and Maradona Once Doubted Messi's Leadership—Time Proved Them Wrong
In 2016, Pelé and Maradona privately doubted Lionel Messi's leadership. Now, as captain of Argentina, Messi has proven his ability to guide
EA FC 26: Best Players for the Own the Box Evolution Upgrade
The Own the Box evolution in EA FC 26 grants two PlayStyles+ and major boosts to shooting and physical attributes. Ideal for players with hi
Cruz Azul Abandons Pursuit of Lomónaco and Maripán Due to NFM Limits
Cruz Azul has dropped interest in defenders Kevin Lomónaco and Guillermo Maripán. The decision stems from NFM roster limits, not performance
Mexico vs. Ecuador: World Cup 2026 Round of 32 Preview with Lineups and Kickoff Time
Mexico and Ecuador meet in a high-stakes World Cup 2026 round of 32 match at Mexico City's Estadio Azteca. El Tri topped Group A with a perf
How the 2026 World Cup Knockout Stage Breaks Ties: Extra Time and Penalties
In the 2026 World Cup knockout stage, tied matches go to extra time and then penalties. This applies from the round of 32 through the final.