Spain’s World Cup victory a triumph of skill over scandal
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The agony and ecstasy of penalty kicks
Christopher Johnson documented the drama of Switzerland beating Colombia in penalty kicks at BC Place in Vancouver. words and images … Continue reading The agony and ecstasy of penalty kicks
The Beautiful Game is America’s game now
Around Union Station in Portland at 5:30 in the morning, people were talking about soccer. These weren’t Latinos or people … Continue reading The Beautiful Game is America’s game now
Modric of Croatia vs Ronaldo of Portugal in a game for the ages
It was hyped as one of the biggest sporting events in Canadian history, and the best match up so far … Continue reading Modric of Croatia vs Ronaldo of Portugal in a game for the ages
Germans call for changes after early World Cup exit
Germany, which won the World Cup in 1954, 1970, 1990 and 2014, has not reached the final 16 since winning … Continue reading Germans call for changes after early World Cup exit
Canada’s long hard road to World Cup success
Canada felt like a soccer nation in the 1970s when I was a kid in Windsor, Ontario. My older brother … Continue reading Canada’s long hard road to World Cup success
Senegal among record 9 African nations to reach 2nd round at World Cup
This World Cup is the greatest ever for African teams: 9 have reached the knock-out stage, with only Tunisia exiting … Continue reading Senegal among record 9 African nations to reach 2nd round at World Cup
Red card not enough to protect safety of players
Canada should have freely celebrated its first ever win at a World Cup after trouncing Qatar 6-0 in Vancouver on … Continue reading Red card not enough to protect safety of players
FIFA brings Bryan Adams and watch parties to World Cup 2026 across Canada
The Countdown Concert in Toronto at Fort York on Wednesday June 10 will feature iconic Canadian rocker Bryan Adams, Haitian-American … Continue reading FIFA brings Bryan Adams and watch parties to World Cup 2026 across Canada
Canada break scoring drought in cold rainy Edmonton ahead of FIFA World Cup
FIFA World Cup 2026 is a big deal for Canada, which is hosting 13 games in Toronto and Vancouver. This … Continue reading Canada break scoring drought in cold rainy Edmonton ahead of FIFA World Cup
Mana, Alanis, Perry set to open FIFA World Cup in 3 cities
FIFA is promising “the greatest show on earth” with opening ceremonies in Mexico City June 11 and then Toronto and … Continue reading Mana, Alanis, Perry set to open FIFA World Cup in 3 cities
NY Knicks are the Beast of the East
Will the New York Knicks finally break through into the NBA Finals after losing bitter playoff battles in recent years? … Continue reading NY Knicks are the Beast of the East
The Barrett Bounce adds RJ to Canada hoop lore
RJ Barrett was born for this moment. His father played for Canada at the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games and two … Continue reading The Barrett Bounce adds RJ to Canada hoop lore
FIBA selects Japan, France to host World Cups in 2030 and 2031
The FIBA Central Board announced in Berlin that Japan will host the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup 2030, and France … Continue reading FIBA selects Japan, France to host World Cups in 2030 and 2031
Don’t sleep on Raptors in NBA playoffs
Nobody is picking the Toronto Raptors to return to the NBA Finals again after they won it in 2019. But … Continue reading Don’t sleep on Raptors in NBA playoffs
Morocco beats Argentina at U-20 to win first ever FIFA title
Morocco had the most difficult path and still won the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile. They beat Spain and … Continue reading Morocco beats Argentina at U-20 to win first ever FIFA title
Rockin’ Moroccans beat USA to reach U-20 World Cup semis
Morocco had 26 percent of possession and only 7 shots, but scored three goals to beat USA in the FIFA … Continue reading Rockin’ Moroccans beat USA to reach U-20 World Cup semis
Spain’s Iker and Pablo are Muy Bravo at FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile
Spain, who last won the FIFA U20 World Cup in 1999, are surging deep into the 2025 tournament in Chile … Continue reading Spain’s Iker and Pablo are Muy Bravo at FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile
Speedy Japan fall short to France at FIFA U20 World Cup
Japan has a long history of dominating World Cup matches, and then losing. Perhaps nothing compares to their 1-0 defeat … Continue reading Speedy Japan fall short to France at FIFA U20 World Cup
Urgent Uruguay Upset USA at FIBA AmeriCup
Uruguay upset the United States 86-85 in a thrilling early round game at the FIBA AmeriCup in Managua, Nicaragua. Mateo … Continue reading Urgent Uruguay Upset USA at FIBA AmeriCup
Spain reign again atop FIFA women’s rankings
World champions Spain have reclaimed the top spot from USA in the FIFA Coca-Cola rankings for women’s football. Spain, which … Continue reading Spain reign again atop FIFA women’s rankings
Team Canada names NBA stars for training camp ahead of FIBA World Cup
Canada, ranked 15th in the world, announced that several NBA stars are scheduled to attend training camp ahead of the … Continue reading Team Canada names NBA stars for training camp ahead of FIBA World Cup
Beer leads Czechs to victory in Victoria
Asked about the key to their success, Czech guard Tomas Satoransky talked about beer. He said the team drinks together … Continue reading Beer leads Czechs to victory in Victoria
Czech hero Satoransky calls game on Canada at FIBA qualifier in Victoria
What a crazy way not to go to Tokyo. Canada, with 8 NBA players, were 5 of 29 from three … Continue reading Czech hero Satoransky calls game on Canada at FIBA qualifier in Victoria
Nicholson, who plays in China, helps Canada beat China at FIBA qualifier
Andrew Nicholson, the former Orlando Magic forward who now plays for Fujian Sturgeons in China, wore the number 44, which … Continue reading Nicholson, who plays in China, helps Canada beat China at FIBA qualifier
Wiggins leads Canada over Greece at FIBA Olympic qualifier in Victoria
Many criticized Andrew Wiggins for being too passive against a rough Venezuela at FIBA Americas in 2015. But in Victoria, … Continue reading Wiggins leads Canada over Greece at FIBA Olympic qualifier in Victoria
Mardy Fish emerging from Andy Roddick’s shadow
http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2011/oct/12/solid-season-lifts-mardy-fish-to-no-1-in-us At 29, Mardy Fish emerges from Andy Roddick’s shadow to become top-ranked US player on world tour By … Continue reading Mardy Fish emerging from Andy Roddick’s shadow
fun shots of giants, dwarfs, and conjoined twins at Japan Open tennis 2011
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more than 12,000 fans enjoy Japan Open final
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Andy Murray out-muscles Nadal to win Japan Open 2011
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Andy Murray wins Japan Open 2011 over Nadal
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Rafael Nadal loses Japan Open final 2011
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fun photos at Eurobasket 2011
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no death, no foul in European basketball
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evidence of cheerleaders disturbing photographers’ work at Eurobasket 2011
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more evidence of cheerleaders disturbing photographers’ work at Eurobasket 2011
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Spanish all-star team wins Eurobasket 2011
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cool media people at Eurobasket 2011
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Eurobasket some of best action in world sport
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Spain beats France in Eurobasket 2011 final
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Russia beats Macedonia to win bronze at Eurobasket 2011
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NBA players take France to Eurobasket finals
Joakim Noah, of the Chicago Bulls, and Nicolas Batum, of the Portland Trailblazers, high-five and celebrate with teammates during France’s … Continue reading NBA players take France to Eurobasket finals
For Lithuanian fans, hoop heaven at Eurobasket 2011
Lithuanian fans unfurl massive flags and cover their ears from crowd noise reaching 110 decibels during Lithuania’s victory over Greece … Continue reading For Lithuanian fans, hoop heaven at Eurobasket 2011
crazy nationalistic 99-percent-male fans at Eurobasket 2011
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Bo McCalebb and Macedonia surprise at Eurobasket
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Lithuania excites world’s loudest fans at Eurobasket
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Milos Teodosic and Serbia fall short at Eurobasket 2011
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JAPAN: fans savour World Cup victory
Fans and players rejoice after women’s team defeats the United States to claim football’s ultimate prize http://www.cnngo.com/tokyo/play/japan-savors-soccer-world-cup-success-575576 By Christopher Johnson 18 July, … Continue reading JAPAN: fans savour World Cup victory
JAPAN: Women’s soccer players embody resilience of disaster survivors
http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2011/jul/17/womens-soccer-team-embodies-j… TOKYO — Like flags in a soccer stadium, the banners are everywhere across Japan’s tsunami disaster zone. They often bear … Continue reading JAPAN: Women’s soccer players embody resilience of disaster survivors
SPORTS: Japan offers NBA prospect Jeremy Tyler a second chance
See the full gallery on Posterous Japan Offers N.B.A. Prospect a Second Chance http://www.nytimes.com/2011/04/21/sports/basketball/21iht-BASKETBALL21.html?_… TOKYO — The peaceful … Continue reading SPORTS: Japan offers NBA prospect Jeremy Tyler a second chance
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