National Sports
Yamal condemns anti-Muslim chants in Spain’s game against Egypt as police open investigation
By Canadian Press on April 1st, 2026
MADRID (AP) — Spain star Lamine Yamal on Wednesday condemned the anti-Muslim chants made by Spanish fans during a friendly soccer game in the latest incident to dent the nation’s sporting image. The Spanish government and the soccer federation also condemned the chants, and police said they were investigating the behavior by fans during Tuesday’s ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Andrew Painter strikes out 8 Nationals players in fantastic MLB debut for Phillies
By Canadian Press on April 1st, 2026
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Andrew Painter hopped off the mound in excitement in the fifth inning after his 97.2 mph fastball got James Wood to strike out for a second time. Phillies fans — some groups called themselves Andrew’s Painters, others Painter’s Painters — waved paintbrushes and erupted in cheers with each strikeout for the rookie ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Chelsea announces Premier League-record losses of $350M
By Canadian Press on April 1st, 2026
LONDON (AP) — Chelsea made pre-tax losses of 262.4 million pounds ($350 million) in its latest financial results, the club announced Wednesday, a record high in the Premier League era. Chelsea, whose owners are from U.S. private equity, attributed the losses in part to “increased operating costs” in 2024-25 compared to the previous year. The ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Potential No. 1 WNBA draft pick Awa Fam has signed on to also play in Project B
By Canadian Press on April 1st, 2026
Potential No. 1 WNBA draft pick Awa Fam has signed on to also play in Project B — the new five-on-five basketball competition. The young Spanish star was thrilled to be part of the fledgling organization that will play all over Europe, Asia and South America from November-April in mini 10-day stops. “I’m really excited. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Congo’s World Cup qualification unites a troubled country and brings a rare moment of joy
By Canadian Press on April 1st, 2026
GOMA, Congo (AP) — Congo erupted in joy overnight after a 100th-minute goal against Jamaica sent the African country back to the World Cup for the first time in more than half a century. Across the country, people danced, yelled, and hugged each other in what became a rare moment of joy for a nation ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Arsenal to defend a 3-1 lead against Chelsea in second leg of Women’s Champions League quarterfinal
By Canadian Press on April 1st, 2026
LONDON (AP) — Defending champion Arsenal has a two-goal advantage to defend when it visits Chelsea on Wednesday in the second leg of their Women’s Champions League quarterfinal. Arsenal underlined its credentials for back-to-back titles by beating English rival Chelsea 3-1 in the first leg last week on Tuesday. That London derby marked the first ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Edin Džeko’s inspiration lifts Bosnia to the World Cup and now at 40 he faces a fight to be fit
By Canadian Press on April 1st, 2026
His right arm strapped tight to protect a damaged shoulder, Edin Džeko raised his left hand holding his phone to film Bosnia-Herzegovina’s late-night team celebrations after beating Italy and qualifying for the World Cup. The 40-year-old talismanic striker smiled as he led teammates singing in the bar-room party while they wore white t-shirts with the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Oilers’ Ingram makes his presence felt with birthday shutout against Kraken
By Canadian Press on April 1st, 2026
EDMONTON — It may have been his birthday, but goaltender Connor Ingram was the one handing the Edmonton Oilers a present on Tuesday. Celebrating his 29th birthday, Ingram made 27 saves for his second shutout of the season and ninth of his career as the Oilers extended their winning streak to four games, getting past ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Jesus Sanchez off to career-best start early in Toronto Blue Jays season
By Canadian Press on April 1st, 2026
TORONTO — Jesus Sanchez has brought a simple approach to his first four regular-season games with the Toronto Blue Jays: hit it up the middle. Sanchez went 2-for-4 at the plate, driving in the first run of the game, as the Toronto Blue Jays topped the Colorado Rockies 5-1 on Tuesday. That performance improved the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Resale tickets for Canada-Bosnia FIFA World Cup opener in Toronto come at steep cost
By Canadian Press on April 1st, 2026
TORONTO — Even though Canada’s opponent for its FIFA World Cup opener in Toronto was just determined Tuesday, many of the resale tickets left for the international match come at a steep cost. Sixty-ninth-ranked Bosnia and Herzegovina upset 12th-ranked Italy 4-1 in penalties on home soil in a playoff qualifier final — the teams were ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Spain coach Luis de la Fuente condemns xenophobia after fans’ anti-Muslim chants against Egypt
By Canadian Press on April 1st, 2026
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — The coach of Spain’s national soccer team has condemned “xenophobic or racist attitudes” after fans repeatedly made anti-Muslim chants during a game against Egypt. Luis de la Fuente was speaking after fans made chants mocking Muslims during Tuesday’s friendly game, part of Spain’s preparations for the World Cup. “I feel total ... Read More »
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