By Lucia Fernandez
Sports editor based in Madrid. Tracks Latin American footballers in Europe, plus boxing, baseball and the Olympic beat.
Why the Netherlands Remain Football's Greatest Team Without a World Cup
The Netherlands have reached three World Cup finals and five semifinals without ever winning. Their total football legacy and generations of
Argentina Blocks 13,000 Child Support Defaulters from 2026 World Cup
Argentina has shared a list of 13,000 child support defaulters with U.S. authorities to prevent them from attending World Cup matches. The m
FIFA Pays Full Salary to Referee Omar Artan After U.S. Denies World Cup Entry
FIFA will pay the full salary of referee Omar Artan after he was denied entry to the U.S. for the 2026 World Cup. UEFA has appointed him to
NYPD Searches for Three Suspects in Knicks Celebration Vandalism
NYPD released surveillance footage of three men wanted for vandalizing a taxi during the chaotic Knicks championship celebration. The riots
NYC Plans Historic Ticker-Tape Parade for Knicks' First NBA Title in 53 Years
The New York Knicks ended a 53-year title drought with a Game 5 victory over the San Antonio Spurs. Mayor Zohran Mamdani confirmed a Thursda
Yasin Ayari's Brace for Sweden Against Father's Tunisia: A World Cup Debut to Remember
Yasin Ayari scored two spectacular goals for Sweden against Tunisia in the 2026 World Cup. The 22-year-old chose Sweden over his father's ho
Lautaro Martínez Gets the Nod to Partner Messi in Argentina's World Cup Opener
Lionel Scaloni has chosen Lautaro Martínez to lead Argentina's attack alongside Lionel Messi in the World Cup opener. The match will also ma
World Cup 2026 on a Budget: Affordable Adventures in Mexico, US, and Canada
Discover free walking tours, cultural gems, and local experiences in every host city for under $25. From Mexico City's historic center to LA
2026 World Cup: How to Stay Safe in North America's Extreme Weather
The 2026 World Cup spans three countries with wildly different climates. Fans need to prepare for extreme heat in Monterrey and Dallas, humi
New York's 2026 World Cup Snack Scene: Where to Eat Like a Local Fan
New York transforms into a culinary embassy for the 2026 World Cup, with over 600 venues serving snacks from every participating nation. Dis
World Cup 2026: The Hidden Heart Risks for Fans During High-Stakes Matches
Medical experts link extreme emotions during soccer matches to increased cardiovascular emergencies. Fans with pre-existing conditions face
Morocco Fans Take Over Times Square as Brazil Supporters Bring Samba to New York World Cup Scene
Moroccan fans flooded Times Square in red and green, chanting nonstop as Brazilian supporters answered with samba energy. The viral moment c