By Lucia Fernandez
Sports editor based in Madrid. Tracks Latin American footballers in Europe, plus boxing, baseball and the Olympic beat.
USMNT Striker Battle Heats Up: Balogun, Pepi, and Wright Vie for World Cup Starting Spot
Folarin Balogun has scored in eight straight Ligue 1 games for Monaco. Ricardo Pepi has netted four goals in his last three matches for PSV
Arsenal vs. Atlético Madrid: Injuries and Doubts Cloud Champions League Semi-Final
Arsenal's Kai Havertz and Jurrien Timber are doubtful for the Champions League semi-final second leg against Atlético Madrid. Atlético will
Lakers vs Thunder Playoff Schedule: Key Dates and Home-Court Edge
The Lakers and Thunder meet in the Western Conference Semifinals starting May 5 at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City holds home-court advantage a
Luka Dončić's Hamstring Recovery Delays Lakers' Playoff Push Against Thunder
Luka Dončić will miss the start of the Lakers-Thunder series due to a hamstring injury. He traveled to Spain for treatment but recovery is s
How to Navigate the World Cup Parking Crunch at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles
SoFi Stadium has virtually no on-site parking for the 2026 World Cup. Fans must use LA Metro shuttles from remote lots, with prices from $59
Navigating the 2026 World Cup: A Fan's Guide to Air Travel Across Mexico, the U.S., and Canada
The 2026 World Cup spans Mexico, the U.S., and Canada, making air travel a logistical puzzle. Flight prices in host cities like Los Angeles
Best NYC Neighborhoods for World Cup 2026: Where to Stay for Easy Access and Local Flavor
Midtown Manhattan offers direct train access to MetLife Stadium. Queens' Long Island City balances budget and skyline views. Brooklyn's Will
The High Five's Contested Origins: From a Dodgers Dugout to Louisville's Court
The high five's origin is a lively debate, with claims from a 1977 Dodgers game and Louisville basketball. Some trace it to African American
NYC to Host Free FIFA Fan Zones Across All Five Boroughs for 2026 World Cup
Five official FIFA fan zones will be set up across NYC boroughs, hosting 5,000 to 10,000 fans each. Local businesses can stay open until 4 a
Three European Giants Chase Julián Álvarez: Arsenal, Barça, and PSG Circle Atlético Star
Julián Álvarez has scored 29 goals in his first season at Atlético Madrid, reigniting interest from Arsenal, Barcelona, and PSG. Arsenal app
Lakers Eye Marcus Smart and Luke Kennard If Dončić Misses Thunder Series
Luka Dončić's hamstring injury may keep him out of a potential Lakers-Thunder series. Marcus Smart and Luke Kennard are top candidates to fi
Messi vs. Ronaldo LEGO Showdown: Which Giant Statue Builds Better?
LEGO released massive 2-in-1 statues of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo for the 2026 World Cup. Each set has over 850 pieces and offers t