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NEW YORK (AP) — It was the 11-minute performance heard around the world. Madonna, Justin Bieber, BTS and Shakira each brought abridged hits to the World Cup’s first halftime show in a whirlwind performance Sunday just outside New York. And it has resulted in some noteworthy streaming bumps.

The most closely guarded secret in the NBA may no longer be as closely guarded.

WNBA star Sophie Cunningham is being attacked for her stance in support of protecting women’s sports from men identifying as women.

Pat McAfee has rejected claims that his show led to mass layoffs at ESPN, adding that people have misunderstood the economics. 

A hunt for some picks at a thrift store turned into a major payday for a 19-year-old Oregonian when he happened upon what turned out to be a warmup jacket worn by in the 1972 NBA finals by Wilt Chamberlain, one of professional basketball’s most iconic players.

The son of Claude Lemieux has claimed that the NHL legend relapsed into sex addiction before his tragic suicide. 

LGBTQ sports outlet Outports reported Tuesday that attendance at Oracle Park has fallen since four San Francisco Giants players displayed Bible verses on their hats during the team’s Pride Night in June.

A Spanish commercial airline pilot on Sunday pranked his Argentine passengers, making them believe their side had “won” the 2026 FIFA World Cup — revealing the disappointing truth to Argentines moments later after onboard chaos erupted.

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana — The 2026 FIFA World Cup opened a years-long run of major international sporting events in the United States, which provided officials with visa and security experience and federal partnerships to build on for the 2028 Summer Olympics, White House Task Force Executive Director Andrew H. Giuliani told Breitbart News in an exclusive interview.

Housing and Urban Development Secretary Scott Turner told Breitbart News that the discipline, perseverance, teamwork, and healthy habits young people gain through sports can prepare them for success in school, work, and life as federal agencies collaborate with the NFL to explore expanded youth opportunities in underserved communities.

It was difficult at first to see where her line of thinking was headed. But it’s Jasmine Crockett, so it’s pretty safe to assume it will end with someone being called racist.

A scout, ironically known as “The Baseball Spy,” is going to have to find someone else to spy for after the Los Angeles Angels fired him for illegally filming coaches for the Colorado Rockies.

The WNBA has formally blocked itself from profiting off of Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham’s viral finger point, but it’s not blocking her. 

Sports fans were shocked when ESPN fired long-time sports analyst Ryan Clark right in the middle of his show on Monday.

There’s good news this Tuesday morning: the Disney Grooming Syndicate continues to shrink amid massive layoffs throughout its evil empire, including 150 job cuts at Pixar.

The road rage driver who allegedly slammed his car into reverse and ended the life of a promising young boxer in Texas over the weekend is a repeat offender with a lengthy criminal history, including a hit-and-run, according to ESPN.

Actor Samuel L. Jackson sparked controversy online over the weekend when he called upon people to cheer against Argentina in the World Cup due it being “historically” racist.

Attorneys for the New Jersey man accused of killing NHL star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother asked a judge Monday for seven more weeks to complete additional blood testing and accident-reconstruction work before the case goes to trial.

A Chicago Cubs fan appeared to smack a younger attendee when the latter refused to stand for the National Anthem. 

Major League Baseball (MLB) will be restricting iPad usage in dugouts to prevent AI from being used to run strategy decisions.

The Women’s Tennis Association has enacted a new rule banning men who identify as women from competition by requiring genetic testing

A new lawsuit claims that FIFA engaged in deceptive practices in order to grant premium World Cup suits to rich fat cats.

This year’s Home Run Derby broadcast on Netflix reportedly recorded the lowest ratings in recent years. 

A proposed measure that would ban males from competing in female sports is officially going to be on the ballot in Washington state in November. 

On Sunday, the cameras were on Spain’s Ferran Torres, as he scored the goal that delivered “La Roja” their second World Cup championship. On Monday, the cameras were on him again, for a very different reason.

The shocking and untimely death of former NFL player Josh Mauro came at the end of a four-day, drug-infused bender that included cocaine and a dancer, according to the New York Post.

In an act of extreme disrespect, perhaps unprecedented in World Cup final history, Argentina players turned their backs on Spain during the trophy celebration.

For the FIFA World Cup this past weekend, First Lady Melania Trump mixed high and low luxury items for a sporty look with a nod to the United States.

Left-wing actor and Marvel Studios superstar Samuel L. Jackson took to social media ahead of the final World Cup game to accuse Argentina of being “historically racist” and suggesting that any black person who supports Team Argentina is a race traitor.

Spanish soccer player Ferran Torres took a moment on Sunday following his team’s victory in the FIFA World Cup — which he cemented by scoring the game’s only approved goal — to thank God, following his public statements discussing the importance of his Catholic faith.

Argentine law enforcement officials arrested at least 15 individuals in Buenos Aires late Sunday night after riots broke out following Argentina’s defeat at the FIFA World Cup final.

Tom Cruise offered an uplifting speech before the World Cup tournament final on Sunday, emphasizing how soccer unifies the world. 

It was the end of the World Cup, but it may have been more than that. It may have been the end of one of the best careers in international soccer.

Madonna opened the World Cup halftime show with her 2000 dance-pop hit “Music,” joined by star Brazilian soccer players of yesteryear, Ronaldo and Ronaldinho.