By Lucia Fernandez
Sports editor based in Madrid. Tracks Latin American footballers in Europe, plus boxing, baseball and the Olympic beat.
Liga MX's worst openers: four clubs that lost five straight twice
Irapuato, Querétaro, Santos Laguna, and the now-defunct Mazatlán FC are the only Liga MX clubs to start two or more tournaments with five co
Inside the Messi family's quiet business empire beyond soccer
Jorge Messi, who died in August, was the architect behind the family's financial empire. From Limecu Espana 2010 to MiM Hotels and El Club d
Julián Álvarez faces fan backlash at Atlético Madrid after Barça comments
Julián Álvarez was met with whistles from Atlético Madrid fans during a recent match. The backlash follows his comments about wanting to joi
Chivas Thrash Tijuana 5-2 After Selling Their Star Striker
Chivas beat Tijuana 5-2 in the Apertura 2026, their best attacking display of the season. The win came days after selling top scorer Armando
Enes Kanter Freedom's WNBA ejection ignites transgender athlete debate
Enes Kanter Freedom was ejected from a WNBA game after a confrontation with Natasha Cloud. The incident highlights the league's ongoing deba
Argentina to appeal FIFA sanctions over Paredes ban and stadium limits
The AFA will appeal FIFA's disciplinary actions following the 2026 World Cup. Midfielder Leandro Paredes received a ten-match ban and a $90,
Fan caught after tossing sex toy onto WNBA court in Los Angeles
A fan tossed a sex toy onto the court during the Atlanta Dream–Los Angeles Sparks game at Crypto.com Arena, briefly halting play. Security,
Hormiga González set for Olympiacos debut in late August after Chivas transfer
Armando 'Hormiga' González has officially joined Olympiacos from Chivas in a $12 million deal. The Mexican striker's debut is targeted for A
Hormiga González explains why Olympiacos beat out other offers
Armando 'Hormiga' González left Chivas for Olympiacos, prioritizing athletic development over financial gain. The 23-year-old aims to compet
Gilberto Mora vs. Hormiga González: Who Earns More in 2026?
Hormiga González reportedly earns $1.2 million with Chivas, potentially rising to $2 million at Olympiacos. Gilberto Mora's new Xolos deal i
Premier League 2026-27: Power rankings from Hull to Palace
The 2026-27 Premier League features massive turnover, with half the league under new management. Our power rankings break down every club's
Liga MX's biggest transfer fees ever: Pizarro tops the list
Liga MX clubs have spent big to land stars like Rodolfo Pizarro, Maxi Meza, and Sergio Canales. Here's a look at the ten most expensive tran