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Japan's women's soccer team arrives at the Asian Cup in Australia with 16 England-based players and a reputation for thrilling, fast-paced play. Coach Nils Nielsen believes their exciting style will win over Australian fans and make them tournament favorites.
A tiny Norwegian football club defeated Italian giants Inter Milan 5-2 on aggregate to reach the Champions League's last 16 for the first time in Scandinavian history. The underdog victory at San Siro has sparked celebrations from Nairobi to Norway.
A small team from the Arctic Circle just pulled off one of soccer's biggest upsets, eliminating last year's Champions League finalists on their home turf. Bodø/Glimt's 2-1 victory at Milan's iconic San Siro stadium sends them to the next round and proves heart can triumph over budget.
Olympic snowboarder Chloe Kim tore her shoulder labrum weeks before the 2026 Games but relearned her tricks with limited arm movement to compete anyway. Her determination earned her a historic third consecutive halfpipe medal.
Mike Eruzione, captain of the legendary 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team, shared what the "Miracle on Ice" still means to Americans today. His message of teamwork and perseverance resonates even stronger now that Team USA just won gold again.
Underdog Kent State pulled off a stunning upset against 13th-ranked Tennessee, earning their first victory over a ranked opponent in four years. The Flashes capitalized on Tennessee errors and stellar pitching to make college baseball history.
Two American Olympians are standing up for athletes who compete for other nations, including controversial skier Eileen Gu. Their message: every athlete's journey is personal and deserves respect.
World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz just extended his perfect 2026 season to 12 wins, capturing the Qatar Open title in dominant fashion. His opponent, 21-year-old Arthur Fils, also celebrated a career breakthrough despite the loss.
Scotland pulled off an incredible comeback, erasing a 15-point deficit to beat Wales 26-23 in one of the most thrilling Six Nations matches in recent memory. The dramatic win keeps Scotland's championship hopes alive and marks their fourth straight victory over Wales for the first time in 99 years.
Tennis legend Venus Williams is heading back to Indian Wells in March, proving age is just a number in professional sports. The seven-time Grand Slam champion will compete in both singles and doubles at the prestigious California tournament.
World number one Carlos Alcaraz extended his perfect 2026 season to 11 straight wins, battling through six match points to defeat defending champion Andrey Rublev in Qatar. The young champion's mental strength shone as he stayed calm under pressure to reach his first Qatar Open final.
A Stevens Point man who beat cancer has been named the 28th member of the Green Bay Packers FAN Hall of Fame. His unwavering team spirit during treatment earned him one of football's most heartwarming honors.
Down 1-0 with two minutes left, the U.S. women's hockey team scored twice to defeat Canada 2-1 in overtime and claim their third Olympic gold medal. The thrilling victory showcased the team's resilience and the power of cross-generational talent working together under pressure.
Zimbabwe's cricket team shocked the world by defeating powerhouses Australia and Sri Lanka at the T20 World Cup, earning their first Super Eights spot in years. Captain Sikandar Raza says his team is ready to surprise again against India, West Indies, and South Africa.
A tiny Norwegian soccer club located north of the Arctic Circle just shocked European champions Inter Milan with a stunning 3-1 victory in Champions League playoff action. Bodo/Glimt continues their fairy tale run after previously defeating Manchester City and Atletico Madrid this season.
U.S. women's hockey captain Hilary Knight gets her perfect final chapter as Team USA faces Canada for Olympic gold on Thursday. Hours after proposing to her partner, the 36-year-old star prepares for her fifth and final gold medal showdown in a rivalry that's defined her career.
Alpine skiing champion Mikaela Shiffrin conquered the women's slalom at the 2026 Winter Olympics, claiming her third career gold medal. The victory comes after heartbreaking crashes knocked her out of two events at the Beijing 2022 Games.
The Women's Rugby World Cup trophy made a special stop at the University of Sunderland, where students and schoolgirls got to celebrate England's victory and try rugby themselves. It's the only UK university hosting the trophy on its national tour.
Part-time footballers from sixth-tier Macclesfield captured hearts by defeating defending FA Cup champions before falling to Premier League side Brentford. Their magical run reminded fans why underdog stories make the world's oldest cup competition so special.
Gymnastics legend Simone Biles called it "perfection" when Japan's Miura Riku and Kihara Ryuichi won their country's first Olympic pairs skating gold in Milano. The seven-time Olympic champion knows the pressure of defending a world title at the Games, and she watched it unfold beautifully on the ice.
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