Football
UEFA opens probe into alleged misconduct during Ireland-Israel soccer match
The investigation follows reports of possible player misconduct during Ireland’s Nations League fixture against Israel, played behind closed doors in Serbia.
Blue-and-white earns point against Ireland, but relegation battle looms
Irish soccer team's coach cuts press conference short after heated exchange with Israeli journalist
Ireland defeats Israel 3-0 amid pre-game controversy, plenty of pressure
South Africa's Jayden Adams, 25, dies after playing in World Cup
No official cause of death was released. "The South African Football Players Union (SAFPU) is devastated by the untimely passing of Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana midfielder Jayden Adams.
Is Lionel Messi a Zionist? The Argentine soccer star’s long history with Jewish and Israeli life
Some critics of Israel have surfaced his past activities and affiliations to make the case that opposing Argentina is the anti-Zionist choice. Many Israelis, meanwhile, favor the team.
A Messi conspiracy: Egyptian pundit blames Israel for Egypt's World Cup loss against Argentina
"We played like heroes, but Israel - meaning FIFA and the referees - had something to say about it, and we couldn't overcome these circumstances," said Egyptian commentator Mohammed Nour.
Arab Israeli soccer star Anan Khalaili to join Inter Milan in record transfer for Israeli player
According to the report, Khalaili will be transferred to Inter Milan for 25 million euros, with a salary of approximately 2 million euros per season, including bonuses.
Crest worn by Messi, Argentina’s soccer team designed by Jewish superfan 50 years ago
Fifty years later, the crest remains largely unchanged and is one of the most widely worn team logos in the world, with Messi jerseys popular worldwide.
Good thing it's over: Cristiano Ronaldo’s cult of personality became unbearable - opinion
"In today’s media climate, the individualists with the most Instagram likes are celebrated, while players who know how to connect with their teammates are left to the soccer nerds."
Trump intervention prompts FIFA to reverse World Cup red card ban for US striker Folarin Balogun
The unprecedented move has thrust FIFA's disciplinary process into the global spotlight and prompted an angry response from Belgium, which plays the US on Monday for a place in the quarter-finals.
Trump called FIFA chief, urging a review of US star's suspension before sudden reversal - report
The US received a major World Cup boost after FIFA ruled Folarin Balogun eligible to face Belgium, suspending the immediate enforcement of his red card suspension.
Game on: Chiefs' Travis Kelce, pop star Taylor Swift to wed Friday in NYC ceremony - report
The rehearsal dinner with about 100 guests will be held Thursday night at the Infosys Theater inside MSG. More than 1,000 guests are expected at the wedding, per Page Six.
With a new look, new coach, Beitar Jerusalem is raising the bar
Beitar Jerusalem players expressed confidence that the club can challenge for the championship under new coach Almog Cohen.
