By Lucia Fernandez
Sports editor based in Madrid. Tracks Latin American footballers in Europe, plus boxing, baseball and the Olympic beat.
Messi Picks France, Spain, Brazil as 2026 World Cup Favorites, Cautions Argentina
Lionel Messi has named France, Spain, and Brazil as his top favorites for the 2026 World Cup. He also highlighted England, Germany, and Port
Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Talks Heat Up: Five Teams Emerge as Top Contenders
The Milwaukee Bucks are listening to trade offers for Giannis Antetokounmpo, signaling the end of an era. Five teams—Boston, New York, Orlan
FIFA's $33,000 World Cup Final Seats Spark Outrage Among Latino Fans
FIFA has tripled prices for the 2026 World Cup final in New Jersey, with top seats costing $33,000. The move has drawn sharp criticism from
NFL 2026 Schedule Leaks: Chiefs-Broncos, Bills' New Stadium, and Historic Games in Australia and Brazil
The NFL's 2026 schedule leaks include a Chiefs-Broncos Monday night opener and the Bills' new stadium debut. Historic international games in
Free 2026 World Cup Fan Festivals Across All Five NYC Boroughs: Your Guide
New York City will host free 2026 World Cup fan festivals in all five boroughs, including Rockefeller Center and Brooklyn Bridge Park. The i
LeBron James at a Crossroads: Will He Stay with the Lakers or Chase a Fifth Ring Elsewhere?
LeBron James becomes an unrestricted free agent after the Lakers' sweep by the Thunder. He must decide between a pay cut and supporting role
2026 World Cup Schedule Released: Host Cities, Key Matches, and Latino Teams to Watch
The 2026 World Cup kicks off June 11 at Estadio Azteca and ends July 19 at MetLife Stadium. The US faces Paraguay in Group D, while Mexico,
Javier Mascherano Open to Coaching in Liga MX After Mexico Visit
Javier Mascherano, fresh off his Inter Miami exit, visited Mexico City and hinted at a future in Liga MX. He admires the league's intensity
Messi Names Lamine Yamal as His Heir: The 18-Year-Old Who Could Surpass Him
Lionel Messi has declared Lamine Yamal the heir to his throne in world football. The 18-year-old Barça star already boasts a Laureus award a
James Rodríguez Leaves Minnesota, Sets Sights on 2026 World Cup with Colombia
James Rodríguez leaves Minnesota United after just three months to join Colombia's World Cup preparations. The 34-year-old denies retirement
Real Madrid Eyes Mourinho Return After Clásico Disaster
Real Madrid's season hits a new low after a Clásico defeat, pushing Florentino Pérez toward an emergency meeting. José Mourinho, currently a
FIFA Unveils Star-Studded Lineup for 2026 World Cup Opening Ceremonies Across North America
The 2026 World Cup opening ceremonies will feature J Balvin, Maná, and Belinda at Estadio Azteca. Katy Perry headlines in California with An