Diogo and Rute had just tied the knot before he lost his life at the age of 28. Learn about Rute and her relationship with Diogo here. Diogo Jota married the love of his life, girlfriend-turned-wife Rute Cardoso, less than two weeks before he died in a tragic car accident in July 2025. The late Portuguese soccer player and…
More than 80 civil rights and labor groups sent a letter to FIFA on July 1 expressing “deep concern” over the U.S. government’s immigration policies ahead of the 2026 World Cup in men’s soccer. In the letter, which was first reported by The Athletic, the groups cited President Donald Trump’s executive order banning visitors from…
Amid swirling retirement rumors, find out whether LeBron James plans to leave the NBA and more about his career goals. Lebron James is once again at the center of retirement rumors, leaving NBA fans eager for answers about whether the basketball icon plans to step away from the game. He is currently in his first year…
The Red Light Blinked. The Press Room Fell Quiet. Caitlin Clark, usually poised and unshaken, held her breath just a moment longer than usual. On the screen behind her, frozen in sharp detail, was a still from the now-infamous BBC interview. Monica McNutt. The quote: “She’s a white girl from the middle of America.” No…
Kevin De Bruyne to End Manchester City Chapter and Explore New Opportunities Kevin De Bruyne has announced his decision to end his illustrious decade at Manchester City at the conclusion of this season. The Belgian midfielder, a pivotal figure during the club’s golden era, has officially confirmed his intention to pursue a new professional challenge,…
Irish Soccer Star Megan Campbell Sets Guinness World Record for Farthest Ball Thrown Irish soccer player Megan Campbell, renowned for her exceptional shooting ability, has set a new Guinness World Record for the longest soccer ball throw. The 31-year-old athlete launched a ball over 27 meters, earning the prestigious title. To claim the record, Campbell…
Sports Dominates Media Upfronts as Demand for Women’s, College, and Pro Sports Surges While the rising popularity of Caitlin Clark and women’s basketball has boosted demand for WNBA and college hoops inventory, other women’s sports may face challenges during an economic downturn. With broadcast TV’s scripted content development waning—pre-pandemic, the 2019-20 upfront featured 59 pilot…
The Boston Celtics have been sold for a record $6.1 billion valuation, a person with knowledge of the transaction confirmed to USA TODAY Sports. The person requested anonymity because they were not authorized to speak publicly until the deal was announced by the team. H. Irving Grousbeck and his son Wyc Grousbeck, who were the majority owners…
After a long and arduous wait, the March Madness is finally upon us. And by the end of the day Sunday, there will be a 68-team bracket. Selection Sunday marks the unofficial start of the men’s NCAA Tournament, when bids are given out, seeds are set and matchups are etched into a bracket that will be filled out by…
Sean M. Higgins, charged with the deaths of NHL star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew in August 2024, is seeking to have his indictment dismissed. Higgins, who acknowledged consuming alcohol prior to the crash, contends that the Gaudreau siblings were also intoxicated while riding their bicycles—a detail not mentioned during his indictment hearing. His…