By Lucia Fernandez
Sports editor based in Madrid. Tracks Latin American footballers in Europe, plus boxing, baseball and the Olympic beat.
Shakira, J Balvin, and Belinda Bring Bold Fashion to 2026 World Cup Opening
Shakira, J Balvin, and Belinda delivered standout looks at the 2026 World Cup opening in Mexico City. Their outfits fused high fashion with
Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Cut Veteran Karley Swindel, Sparking Fan Outcry
Veteran dancer Karley Swindel was cut from the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders roster ahead of her fifth season. The decision sparked a viral #J
Red Cards and VAR Drama Mark Explosive Start to 2026 World Cup
The 2026 World Cup opened with three red cards in a single match, sparking debate over refereeing standards. VAR overturned a key decision,
World Cup 2026: June 12 Schedule with Canada vs. Bosnia and USA vs. Paraguay
Canada makes its World Cup debut at BMO Field in Toronto against Bosnia Herzegovina at 3:00 p.m. ET. The USA opens its campaign against Para
Julián Quiñones: Why the Colombian-Born Striker Chose Mexico for the 2026 World Cup
Julián Quiñones could have played for Colombia, but he chose Mexico. After a decade in Liga MX and a record-breaking season in Saudi Arabia,
Watch the 2026 World Cup for Free in Miami: Best Spots and Streaming Options
Miami offers free viewing spots for the 2026 World Cup, including the FIFA Fan Festival at Bayfront Park. Bars like E11EVEN and The Clevelan
Argentina's World Cup Defense Hits Injury Snag as Messi Returns
Lionel Messi returned to action and scored against Iceland, easing injury fears. However, Argentina now deals with potential absences of Nic
World Cup 2026 Kicks Off June 11: Mexico vs. South Africa and More
The 2026 World Cup opens Thursday, June 11, with Group A matches. Mexico debuts against South Africa at 12:00 p.m. PT, followed by South Kor
Mexico's World Cup Openers: A History of Predicting El Tri's Fate
Mexico's debut match in World Cups has historically been a reliable indicator of their tournament lifespan. The 0-0 draw with Poland in 2022
The Style and Skill of 2026 World Cup Stars Captivating Latino Fans
The 2026 World Cup in Mexico, the US, and Canada showcases players like Santiago Giménez and Rodrigo De Paul, who combine talent with charis
Cristiano Ronaldo's Role Fuels Portugal's 2026 World Cup Tactical Debate
Portugal's elite roster faces a tactical dilemma: does starting 41-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo limit their mobility? Manager Roberto Martínez
Taylor Swift's Unfiltered Joy as Knicks Pull Off Historic NBA Finals Comeback
Taylor Swift joined the ecstatic crowd at Madison Square Garden as the Knicks erased a 29-point deficit against the Spurs. The singer's raw