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Women’s World Cup: Vlatko Andonovski says it’s ‘not the right time’ to question USA’s mindset

CNN  —  US coach Vlatko Andonovski defended his team from criticism ahead of the last-16 Women’s World Cup knockout clash…

Simone Biles wins her first competitive gymnastics event since 2021, qualifies for US national championships

CNN  —  In her first competitive event since 2021, legendary gymnast Simone Biles made a triumphant return, claiming first place…

‘U-S-A!’: On the road with thousands of American soccer fans at the World Cup

Auckland, New Zealand CNN  —  In the shadow of Auckland’s Eden Park stadium, a neighborhood watering hole has become a…

New Orleans Saints’ Alvin Kamara suspended 3 games after pleading no contest in Las Vegas nightclub fight

CNN  —  New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara has been suspended for three games for violating the NFL’s personal…

Inspired by Serena Williams, US soccer star Naomi Girma wants to spur on the next generation

CNN  —  While the US team has endured an underwhelming group stage at the Women’s World Cup, one positive for…

Iowa State starting quarterback and suspended NFL player among those charged in gambling investigation

CNN  —  Hunter Dekkers, the starting quarterback for all 12 Iowa State football games last season, is among several athletes…

Sweden to play US in last 16 after beating Argentina as South Africa makes history

CNN  —  A meeting between Sweden and the US in the first knockout stage of the Women’s World Cup was…

Why is the US team struggling at the Women’s World Cup?

CNN  —  After the thrill of winning successive Women’s World Cup titles, the 2023 tournament – so far – has…

Paris 2024: The war in Ukraine shows no sign of ending. That leaves a dark cloud over the Olympic Games

CNN  —  A day after Paris marked a year to go until the 2024 Olympics, Ukrainian fencer Olga Kharlan was…