New York Post

The knockout round of the 2024 Copa America officially kicks off tonight in Houston, and just as they did with the tournament as a whole, reigning champions Argentina will open the round with a July Fourth tilt against Ecuador.

As the stage name implies, the winners here will continue on to next week’s semifinals while the losing team will be eliminated from the tournament; this means there will be no more draws and tied games will continue into a penalty kick shootout to determine a winner. 

Tonight’s game airs on FOX, but Sling TV and DIRECTV Stream will carry the game...

Copa America 2024: How to watch Argentina vs. Ecuador for free

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Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano "Dibu" Martínez declared he "wasn't ready to go home" after saving his country in a penalty shootout against Ecuador in Thursday's Copa América quarterfinal.

Copa América: I wasn't ready for Argentina exit - Martínez

CBS Sports

Jon Eimer has locked in his picks and best bets for Thursday's 2024 Copa America quarterfinal clash between Ecuador and Argentina as Lionel Messi hopes to return to the lineup

Argentina vs. Ecuador prediction, odds, start time: Copa America 2024 quarterfinal picks by proven expert

Brazil coach Dorival Júnior has announced that 17-year-old prodigy Endrick will replace Vinicius Jr. in the starting lineup for the Copa América quarterfinal clash against Uruguay/.

Endrick to replace Vini Jr. in Brazil's lineup for Uruguay Copa clash

Aston Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez was the hero as Argentina booked their spot in the Copa America semi-finals with a 4-2 penalty shootout win over Ecuador. After a 1-1 draw in normal time, the match went straight to penalties and Argentina got off to the worst possible start when captain Lionel Messi saw his chipped effort hit the crossbar.

CONMEBOL Copa America Argentina 1 Ecuador 1 Penalty shootout

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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

The Blue Jays placed Turner on the paternity leave list Wednesday, Keegan Matheson of MLB.com reports. Turner will miss a maximum of three games while awaiting the birth of his child, starting with Wednesday's matchup against the Astros. Assuming he is out for the next three games, his return is slated for Saturday's contest against the Mariners. Steward Berroa was recalled from Triple-A Buffalo to take Turner's spot on the 26-man roster.

Blue Jays' Justin Turner: Placed on paternity list

Virginia State

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Virginia fans of The Bold and the Beautiful, if you were watching earlier this week when Tom Star (Clint Howard died), you know that Li Finnegan (Naomi Matsuda) did not honor her Hippocratic Oath as a physician to "do no harm".

The Bold and the Beautiful shocker: Dr. Li Finnegan broke her Hippocratic Oath by watching Tom die

Miocic is more understanding of Aspinall's predicament than Jon Jones is, but he isn't willing to step aside

Stipe Miocic says he's not holding up heavyweight division for Jon Jones bout, sympathizes with Tom Aspinall

Orlando, FL

The Magic signed Queen to a two-way contract Thursday, Chris Haynes of Turner Sports reports. Queen will play on a two-way contract with Orlando for the second straight season. While the 27-year-old guard spent most of the 2023-24 campaign with the Magic's G League affiliate, the Osceola Magic, he averaged 2.9 points, 1.3 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 11.8 minutes across his 14 regular-season NBA appearances.

Magic's Trevelin Queen: Staying in Orlando

Saint Petersburg, FL

Diaz isn't in the Rays' lineup Thursday versus the Royals. Diaz is getting a day off Thursday after going 1-for-9 in the first two games of the series versus the Royals. This is his first absence from the lineup since May 25. Isaac Paredes will shift over from third to first base, and Jose Caballero will enter the lineup at third in the ninth spot.

Rays' Yandy Diaz: Idle Thursday

The Blue Jays released Mayza on Friday. Mayza was DFA'd by the Jays on Saturday after posting an 8.03 ERA in 24.2 innings, and he'll now be jettisoned out of the organization and into the open market. The 32-year-old southpaw posted a 1.52 ERA in 53.1 frames just a year ago, so he could still draw some interest in free agency, but his next opportunity will likely come in the form of a minor-league contract.

Tim Mayza: Released by Toronto

Virginia fans of The Young and the Restless have asked where Elena Dawson (Brytni Sarpy) has been. She has not been seen or mentioned in Genoa City for quite a while. There is nothing online about Sarpy's status, and Y&R spoilers for next week do not mention the character, so fans wonder if she has been let go.

Fans of The Young and the Restless are concerned about Brtyni Sarpy and Conner Floyd's status

Chicago, IL

The White Sox released Sedlock on Tuesday. Sedlock signed a minor-league deal with the White Sox in April, and he has since allowed 10 earned runs in just five innings with Triple-A Charlotte. He'll now attempt to latch on with another organization, but a return to the majors doesn't seem to be coming anytime soon.

Cody Sedlock: Dropped by Sox

Anaheim, CA

Masvidal can't wait to put Diaz in the rearview mirror

Jorge Masvidal lashes out at 'diva' Nate Diaz and his teammates for attacking his coach at press conference

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Every year, new laws that were passed the prior year go into effect on July 1. In 2024, a number of new laws will begin this Monday. Among them include higher wages for tipped employees, a gas tax increase, and driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants.

New Laws July 1: Driver's Licenses for Undocumented Migrants, Raises for Tipped Workers, and More

The weather is heating up, and many Virginians enjoy a soft drink to cool off. If you will be drinking a glass of soda pop at a restaurant, you should know that there has been a recall.

Four soft drinks that are sold in restaurants have been recalled due to the ingredients

Cleveland, OH

The Guardians released Oller on Wednesday. Oller signed a minor-league deal over the winter and has spent the duration of the 2024 season at Triple-A Columbus, posting a 7.48 ERA and 33:18 K:BB over 27.2 frames. The right-hander was also dreadful in 94 innings with the Athletics from 2022-23 with a 7.09 ERA and 59:51. He'll seek a new contract with a team looking for some pitching depth.

Adam Oller: Released by Cleveland

The Blue Jays optioned Cuas to Triple-A Buffalo on Friday. Cuas was called up Saturday, and he will now return to Buffalo after allowing three runs in two innings. Ryan Burr will take Cuas' place on the active roster.

Blue Jays' Jose Cuas: Sent back to Triple-A

The Fourth of July will look quite different this year as Joey Chestnut won't be competing in the 2024 Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest. Chestnut was banned by Major League Eating, the organizers of the annual hot dog eating contest, for his endorsement deal with Impossible Foods. For the first...

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