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Madrid is buzzing with anticipation. The arrival of Kylian Mbappé at Real Madrid is the kind of news that moves the soccer world and leaves fans dreaming of titles and glory. But behind all the excitement, Carlo Ancelotti faces a dilemma that any coach would like to have: how to fit so many stars into a single team? The challenge of putting together an attack that includes not only Mbappé, but also Vinicius Jr, Bellingham and Rodrygo, can be as exciting as it is complicated.

What to expect from Real Madrid's lineup with Kylian Mbappé?

PARIS (AP) — It’s been a golden summer for Spanish soccer. Less than a month after winning the European Championship, Spain followed up with a thrilling 5-3 extra-time victory in the Olympic men’s final against France on Friday. Sergio Camello’s two goals at Parc des Princes eventually...

Spain wins gold in men's soccer, shattering France's hopes of home success

Soon to be Chelsea striker Samu Omorodion is an Olympic champion after Spain beat France in tonight’s men’s tournament final at the Paris Games. It was a most dramatic way to close out the summer international season just as the club season’s set to start once again, with France mounting a furious comeback from two goals down in regulation, only to lose it in extra-time.

Spain win gold at the Olympics but Samu Omorodion held out of final

ESPN

An ecstatic Luis de la Fuente, coach of Spain's senior national team, said his country's football should be more highly valued after the under-23 side's triumph in the final of the Olympic tournament against France on Friday.

De la Fuente hails Spain's dominant 2024 after Olympic gold

Business Insider

Cepee Tabibian, 44, didn't see herself following the conventional paths to success in the US. After moving to Spain, she feels fulfilled and accepted.

I moved from the US to Spain, where life is more affordable and relaxed. I finally feel like I belong.

Dallas, TX

The Dallas Mavericks have made noise this offseason. The team started the summer by upgrading its roster through various signings and trades. Dallas then made a splash by completing a sign-and-trade for legendary sharpshooter Klay Thompson. The party did not stop there, as the Mavs kicked off the Summer League,...

Mavericks center shatters Olympic record that no one thought was possible

Caitlin Clark is a global superstar. She's a name and a face that has become increasingly popular with fans of sports everywhere, beyond just those in women's basketball. Anybody and everybody in sports wants to meet and connect with the Indiana Fever rookie sensation. It's like she's everywhere. Especially now...

Caitlin Clark definitely won’t quiet haters with her choice of MLB team

Philadelphia, PA

The Philadelphia Phillies' roster will look quite a bit different when the team lines up for their Friday night game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. The Phillies announced a flurry of roster moves on Friday afternoon, many of them coming as a surprise. The Phillies are welcoming some...

Phillies add surprising new faces amid flurry of roster moves as Austin Hays hits IL

Atlanta, GA

The Atlanta Braves are clearly searching for answers right now. After spoiling a Chris Sale start with poor defense along with a truly terrible umpiring performance, the Braves have now lost four straight and are just barely hanging on to a playoff spot by the skin of their teeth. When...

Braves give up on postseason hero after series of roster moves

960 The Ref

Medal table | Olympic schedule |How to watch | Olympic news. France will play the United States for a gold medal in women's basketball in addition to the men's competition. Gabby Williams led the host country with 18 points in an 81–75 win over Belgium in overtime. Valériane Ayayi added 17 points, followed by Iliana Rupert with 15 points, seven rebounds and three steals.

Paris Olympics: France beats Belgium in women's basketball, will play USA for gold medal

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It's the first time since 1996 that the host country will play for a gold medal in men's basketball

2024 Paris Olympics: Victor Wembanyama lifts France to gold-medal match after thrilling win over Germany

Oklahoma City, OK

The Oklahoma City Thunder had the best regular season record in the Western Conference last season with Josh Giddey starting 80 games. His talent is unquestionable, but flaws were exposed in the playoffs. Giddey is best with the ball in his hands and that could not happen in OKC, so the Thunder traded the 21-year-old this offseason for Alex Caruso.

Josh Giddey trade looks even worse for the Thunder after the Olympics

CBS News

The men's Olympic soccer final came to an exciting close in Paris on Friday, with Spain taking down France 5-3 to claim the gold. It's the first time in 32 years a European team won the gold medal in men's soccer at the Summer Olympics. CBS News producer Elizabeth Campbell joins with a recap from Paris.

Spain beats France for gold in men's Olympic soccer final

The Associated Press

PARIS (AP) — Karch Kiraly made one request when the decisive fifth set began: Win or lose, make sure to enjoy the moment. The U.S. coach asked his players to take in the atmosphere, one of the best for women’s volleyball, with mighty Brazil on the opposite side of the net.

Defending champion US women’s volleyball team beats Brazil in semifinal thriller at Paris Olympics

Queens, NY

Who doesn’t like a good conspiracy theory where no one gets hurt? Well, this one only hurts a few people. Namely, it’s the free agent sluggers who’ll see their pocketbooks damaged if it’s true. Back in the middle of the 2021 season, New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso suggested the baseballs changed based on the upcoming free agent class.

Former Mets player reignites the nightmare Pete Alonso free agent conspiracy theory

PARIS (AP) — Real-life couple Rossella Fiamingo and Gregorio Paltrinieri will be Italy’s flag bearers for the Paris Gamesclosing ceremony on Sunday, the Italian Olympic Committee announced. Fiamingo won a team fencing gold in Paris to add to her silver medal from Rio de Janeiro and bronze from...

Real-life couple Fiamingo and Paltrinieri will be Italy’s flag bearers at Paris closing ceremony

Washington, DC

Ron Rivera tried valiantly to turn the Washington Commanders around in difficult circumstances. Working for Dan Snyder came with a unique set of challenges. Despite the previous head coach's best efforts, he couldn't get the job done. Rivera's fate was sealed after Josh Harris' ownership group wrestled the Commanders from...

Commanders worst draft pick over the last five years is blatantly obvious

Bronx, NY

It was all right in front of them. The New York Yankees had the inside track to sweep Saturday's doubleheader against the Texas Rangers. After winning the first game 8-0, they had Gerrit Cole breathing fire in the second contest. But for some reason, Aaron Boone put a halt to...

Aaron Boone ruins Gerrit Cole's sterling Yankees outing with senseless bullpen move

SAINT-DENIS, France -- Sorry, but history wasn't the first thing that crossed Nafissatou Thiam's mind after her third Olympic gold in the women's heptathlon. The sport that challenges her to compete across seven track-and-field disciplines over 30 or so hours doesn't allow much time for perspective. Not in the moment anyway.

Belgium's Nafissatou Thiam makes history by winning third a third straight gold in the heptathlon

Oxford, MS

On the final day of the track and field events at the Paris Olympics, a second Ole Miss Alumni took an individual event medal. Shelby McEwan took the silver in the men's high jump, finishing behind New Zealand athlete Hamish Kerr after a jump-off. Both athletes cleared 2.36 meters, and...

Another silver medal for Ole Miss Alumni at the 2024 Paris Olympics

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Barcelona rules out selling Vitor Roque for the future

In times when soccer seems to have become a business machine, where every young talent is seen as a potential gold mine to be exploited and...

Barcelona rules out selling Vitor Roque for the future

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