FIFA boss faces calls for investigation over Trump contact in red card reversal
European lawmakers are mobilizing to probe FIFA President Gianni Infantino after an unprecedented reversal of a World Cup suspension for U.S. striker Folarin Balogun.
European lawmakers are mobilizing to probe FIFA President Gianni Infantino after an unprecedented reversal of a World Cup suspension for U.S. striker Folarin Balogun.
San Francisco Signal volleyball team is the city’s newest professional sports squad
The San Francisco Signal, a League One Volleyball local expansion team, will first take to the court next January.
The San Francisco Signal, a League One Volleyball local expansion team, will first take to the court next January.
US-Belgium was the most-watched soccer telecast in US history
The latest host-nation game between the United States and Belgium in the round of 16 was a hot ticket for fans and TV ratings, turning the broadcast into a ratings demon that now stands as the most-watched soccer telecast in U.S. history.
The latest host-nation game between the United States and Belgium in the round of 16 was a hot ticket for fans and TV ratings, turning the broadcast into a ratings demon that now stands as the most-watched soccer telecast in U.S. history.
FIFA probes incident between IShowSpeed and fan during World Cup
FIFA said it is investigating an incident involving streamer and YouTuber IShowSpeed and a fan in the stands during Friday's World Cup match between Argentina and Cape Verde.
FIFA said it is investigating an incident involving streamer and YouTuber IShowSpeed and a fan in the stands during Friday's World Cup match between Argentina and Cape Verde.
14-year-old Bay Area sprinter ranked #1 in the nation
An East Bay 14-year-old athlete is breaking records and making a name for herself in the world of track and field.
An East Bay 14-year-old athlete is breaking records and making a name for herself in the world of track and field.
Legendary Bay Area high school coach, hall of famer, Gene Nakamura dies
A beloved and legendary Bay Area coach who touched the lives of generations of students, has died, triggering heartfelt tributes to a man described as an inspiring teacher, a powerful mentor and an icon.
A beloved and legendary Bay Area coach who touched the lives of generations of students, has died, triggering heartfelt tributes to a man described as an inspiring teacher, a powerful mentor and an icon.
2 US soccer staff members suspended for Belgium game
While Folarin Balogun’s red-card suspension may have been lifted prior to the U.S. men’s soccer team’s eventual loss to Belgium on Monday night, two of the club’s staff members were not as fortunate.
While Folarin Balogun’s red-card suspension may have been lifted prior to the U.S. men’s soccer team’s eventual loss to Belgium on Monday night, two of the club’s staff members were not as fortunate.
Bucknell ex-coach charged after football player’s death
A former strength and conditioning coach at Bucknell University faces multiple charges, including felony aggravated hazing and reckless endangerment in the death of a football player who collapsed during training.
A former strength and conditioning coach at Bucknell University faces multiple charges, including felony aggravated hazing and reckless endangerment in the death of a football player who collapsed during training.
Late Dallas Cowboys DE Marshawn Kneeland diagnosed with CTE
Researchers at Boston University diagnosed former Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland with Stage 1 CTE following his death by suicide in North Texas last November.
Researchers at Boston University diagnosed former Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland with Stage 1 CTE following his death by suicide in North Texas last November.
US would face Spain in 2026 World Cup quarterfinal - if it gets past Belgium
The US will return to Los Angeles for a huge match against a soccer powerhouse.
The US will return to Los Angeles for a huge match against a soccer powerhouse.
Mexico falls 3-2 to England, ending World Cup run in heartbreaking loss
Mexico’s World Cup run ended with a 3-2 loss to England as fans packed San Francisco’s Mission District to watch a dramatic Round of 16 match turn emotional.
Mexico’s World Cup run ended with a 3-2 loss to England as fans packed San Francisco’s Mission District to watch a dramatic Round of 16 match turn emotional.
Kerr Kriisa, former NCAA basketball star, arrested for alleged fraud scheme
Former college basketball player Kerr Kriisa has been accused of fraudulently obtaining nearly $2.2 million from two victims. Here's what to know.
Former college basketball player Kerr Kriisa has been accused of fraudulently obtaining nearly $2.2 million from two victims. Here's what to know.
The FIFA rule that allowed Balogun to play despite red card
U.S. striker Folarin Balogun will be available for the team’s Monday World Cup match against Belgium after FIFA suspended his automatic one-game ban—originally issued after a controversial red card in the Round of 32.
U.S. striker Folarin Balogun will be available for the team’s Monday World Cup match against Belgium after FIFA suspended his automatic one-game ban—originally issued after a controversial red card in the Round of 32.
World Cup excitement fuels interest in soccer at San Jose Earthquakes friendly
Fans at PayPal Park said the FIFA World Cup has deepened their love for soccer, while the San Jose Earthquakes say the global tournament is bringing new supporters to the club.
Fans at PayPal Park said the FIFA World Cup has deepened their love for soccer, while the San Jose Earthquakes say the global tournament is bringing new supporters to the club.
Chess federation suspends Kramnik for public cheating allegations against Daniel Naroditsky
The International Chess Federation (FIDE) has suspended former world champion Vladimir Kramnik for at least one year after determining that he repeatedly made unsubstantiated public allegations of cheating against several players.
The International Chess Federation (FIDE) has suspended former world champion Vladimir Kramnik for at least one year after determining that he repeatedly made unsubstantiated public allegations of cheating against several players.
FIFA makes final ruling on US soccer star Folarin Balogun's controversial red card suspension
The United States Men's National Team is coming off of a massive victory on Wednesday night over Bosnia and Herzegovina, but there is a big cloud hanging over them for the next match against Belgium.
The United States Men's National Team is coming off of a massive victory on Wednesday night over Bosnia and Herzegovina, but there is a big cloud hanging over them for the next match against Belgium.
Warriors appear to be on LeBron James' shortlist amid free agency
LEBRON IN THE BAY? Could LeBron James come to the Bay Area? Here's what his agent revealed about the teams the NBA superstar is eyeing, including the Golden State Warriors.
LEBRON IN THE BAY? Could LeBron James come to the Bay Area? Here's what his agent revealed about the teams the NBA superstar is eyeing, including the Golden State Warriors.
Rams legend LeRoy Irvin, 2-time All-Pro cornerback, dead at 68
Los Angeles Rams cornerback Leroy Irvin was named first-team All-Pro in 1981 after recording three interceptions, two forced fumbles and three fumble recoveries in 16 NFL games.
Los Angeles Rams cornerback Leroy Irvin was named first-team All-Pro in 1981 after recording three interceptions, two forced fumbles and three fumble recoveries in 16 NFL games.
Fans file lawsuit against StubHub over World Cup ticket cancellations
StubHub is facing a lawsuit from fans who are accusing the online ticket marketplace of not fulfilling their ticket request to attend the World Cup.
StubHub is facing a lawsuit from fans who are accusing the online ticket marketplace of not fulfilling their ticket request to attend the World Cup.
France-Paraguay set to be hottest World Cup match yet
Weather forecasters predict this weekend’s World Cup knockout round clash between France and Paraguay in Philadelphia could be the hottest match of the 2026 tournament so far.
Weather forecasters predict this weekend’s World Cup knockout round clash between France and Paraguay in Philadelphia could be the hottest match of the 2026 tournament so far.