By Lucia Fernandez
Sports editor based in Madrid. Tracks Latin American footballers in Europe, plus boxing, baseball and the Olympic beat.
Lakers' Austin Reaves Set for Game 5 Return as Luka Dončić Remains Sidelined
Austin Reaves is likely to return for Game 5 after an oblique strain, strengthening the Lakers' lineup. Luka Dončić remains out for the firs
Why Diego Pavia Went Undrafted: Tyrann Mathieu Points to Lifestyle
Tyrann Mathieu claims Diego Pavia's focus on celebrity over football deterred NFL scouts. Despite SEC Offensive Player of the Year honors, P
NYC and NJ Brace for World Cup 2026: Telework Urged as Penn Station Access Tightens
Authorities in New York and New Jersey are imposing unprecedented transit restrictions for the 2026 World Cup, including Penn Station closur
Alana Flores retires from boxing after Supernova Genesis loss to Flor Vigna
Alana Flores announced her retirement from amateur boxing following a loss to Argentina's Flor Vigna at Supernova Genesis. The Mexican strea
Lakers vs Rockets Game 5: LA busca cerrar la serie en casa
Los Lakers regresan a Los Ángeles para el Game 5 contra los Rockets, con la oportunidad de cerrar la serie en casa. Tras perder el Game 4 en
Chucky Lozano's San Diego FC exile deepens as manager Varas says 'no chance' for return
San Diego FC manager Mickey Varas has definitively ruled out a return for Hirving 'Chucky' Lozano, citing a year-long evaluation. The Mexica
Gilberto Mora at a Crossroads: Liga MX's Rising Star Weighs Europe Against Monterrey's Offer
Gilberto Mora, the 17-year-old Xolos de Tijuana sensation, faces a pivotal choice: pursue a dream move to Real Madrid or accept a lucrative
Luka Dončić's Hamstring Recovery Opens Window for Lakers Playoff Return in 2026
Luka Dončić has hit a critical milestone in his hamstring recovery, giving the Lakers a clearer timeline for his return. Doctors now project
Fernando Mendoza: Raiders' No. 1 Pick Celebrates Latino Fan Base in Las Vegas
Fernando Mendoza, the Cuban-American quarterback selected first overall by the Las Vegas Raiders in the 2026 NFL Draft, declared the team ha
Diego Pavia and 9 Other Undrafted Talents Who Could Shine in the NFL
Diego Pavia, a Heisman finalist from Vanderbilt, went undrafted due to size concerns but signed with the Ravens. Haynes King, ACC Player of
Diego Pavia, Vanderbilt's Heisman Finalist, Gets His Shot with the Baltimore Ravens
Diego Pavia, the Vanderbilt quarterback who led the Commodores to a historic 10-win season and won the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award, will
Georgia Tech Opens Dorms to World Cup Fans in Atlanta for 2026
Georgia Tech launches 'Soccer Stays GT' for the 2026 World Cup, converting dorms into housing for fans and workers. Rates start at $237 per