National Sports
Kingsley Coman joins Cristiano Ronaldo and João Félix at Al-Nassr in transfer from Bayern
By Canadian Press on August 15th, 2025
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) — Kingsley Coman is leaving Bayern Munich after a trophy-filled decade to join up with Cristiano Ronaldo at Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr. Bayern announced the transfer late Friday. The French winger, a Champions League winner with Bayern in 2020, will be part of a star-studded forward lineup with Ronaldo, fellow new ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Brewers activate All-Star rookie pitcher Jacob Misiorowski from injured list
By Canadian Press on August 15th, 2025
CINCINNATI (AP) — Milwaukee Brewers rookie pitcher Jacob Misiorowski has been activated from the injured list after missing about 2 1/2 weeks with a left tibia contusion. The move potentially clears the way for the All-Star right-hander to pitch in the NL Central-leading Brewers’ series opener Friday at Cincinnati as they attempt to earn a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Anfield full of emotion during tribute to Diogo Jota and his brother at Liverpool-Bournemouth match
By Canadian Press on August 15th, 2025
LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Liverpool players and fans paid an emotional tribute to Diogo Jota and his brother, Andre Silva, on Friday at the first competitive match at Anfield since their death last month. Ahead of kickoff in the Premier League game against Bournemouth, fans held up placards to spell out “DJ20” and “AS30” in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Ten Hag makes successful debut after Bayer Leverkusen wins 4-0 in German Cup
By Canadian Press on August 15th, 2025
BERLIN (AP) — Erik ten Hag made a winning start as Bayer Leverkusen coach with a 4-0 result at fourth-tier team Sonnenhof Großaspach in the first round of the German Cup on Friday. Patrik Schick, Brazilian wing back Arthur, debutant Christian Kofane and Álex Grimaldo all scored, but they assumed control only after Großaspach captain ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!James Madison a favorite to win Sun Belt as chaos reigns in the conference
By Canadian Press on August 15th, 2025
The Sun Belt has created a bit of a reputation for chaos. The days of single-team dominance have been replaced by fast risers, rapid turnover, unpredictable outcomes and fierce competition. Defending champion Marshall lost coach Charles Huff and a significant portion of the roster to conference foe Southern Miss. The West Division has its own ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Pirates recall relievers Evan Sisk and Colin Holderman from Triple-A; cut lefty Ryan Borucki
By Canadian Press on August 15th, 2025
CHICAGO (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates recalled left-handed pitcher Evan Sisk and right-hander Colin Holderman from Triple-A Indianapolis on Friday before their series opener against the Cubs in Chicago. In a corresponding move, the Pirates designated lefty Ryan Borucki for assignment. Right-hander Cam Sanders had been optioned to Indianapolis on Wednesday following a 12-5 loss ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Sarah Nurse says PWHL Barbie can inspire next generation of female athletes
By Canadian Press on August 15th, 2025
Sarah Nurse will start her first season with the still-unnamed Vancouver franchise in the Professional Women’s Hockey League this fall — but she’s already made her mark off the ice with a Barbie doll in her likeness. The Canadian forward, MVP at the 2022 Olympic women’s hockey tournament, was one of two players featured in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Rejuvenated Toronto FC set for Djordje Mihailovic’s home debut against Columbus Crew
By Canadian Press on August 15th, 2025
TORONTO — There’s a feeling of freshness around Toronto FC these days. Amid a flurry of transactions, TFC will return home after more than a month away on Saturday to host the Columbus Crew and the club’s newest designated player, midfielder Djordje Mihailovic, will be front and centre. Asked for his initial impressions on Mihailovic ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Liverpool signs teenage Italian defender Giovanni Leoni
By Canadian Press on August 15th, 2025
LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Liverpool’s offseason spending passed 300 million pounds ($400 million) after completing the signing of 18-year-old Parma defender Giovanni Leoni on Friday. The Italy Under-19 international was contracted for six years for 26 million pounds plus add-ons. He was to be at Anfield for the Premier League opener against Bournemouth on Friday ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Teddy Bridgewater is hoping to make the best of his NFL return amid high school coaching suspension
By Canadian Press on August 15th, 2025
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Teddy Bridgewater always planned to play football this year. Just maybe not quite this early. In a perfect world, the well-traveled quarterback wouldn’t be spending this weekend in Pittsburgh getting ready for his preseason debut with Tampa Bay, but in Miami helping Northwestern High prepare to defend the Florida Class 3A title ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Carlo Ancelotti’s son wins his first Copa Libertadores match as Botafogo coach
By Canadian Press on August 15th, 2025
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Davide Ancelotti, the son of Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti, has won his first Copa Libertadores match as the new manager of defending champion Botafogo. The 35-year-old Ancelotti joined the Brazilian club in July for his first experience as a full-time coach. Botafogo beat Ecuador’s Liga de Quito 1-0 at Nilton ... Read More »
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