Villa's Martínez breaks French hearts in PKs again

World Cup winner Emiliano Martínez produced more shootout heroics against French opposition, saving twice to help Aston Villa beat Lille 4-3 on penalties to reach the Europa Conference League semifinals in France on Thursday.


NHL OK's Coyotes sale, move to Salt Lake City

The NHL, having lost patience in Arizona's ability to find a long-term home for the Coyotes, has approved the sale of the team and a move to Salt Lake City.


Bills' Allen: Diggs trade 'hard' but thankful for WR

Josh Allen said Thursday that he can't thank Stefon Diggs enough for "for when he came in and how hard he worked and what he taught me along the years."


NFL reinstates five players from gambling bans

The NFL has reinstated five players who were suspended for the 2023 season for violating the NFL's gambling policy.


Deion downplays transfer exodus from Colorado

Colorado coach Deion Sanders is downplaying the departure of 14 players from the football team.


NBA selects just second woman to be playoff ref

Ashley Moyer-Gleich will become the first woman to referee an NBA playoff game since Violet Palmer worked nine playoff games between 2006 and 2012.


Cavinder twins returning to Miami for final season

Haley and Hanna Cavinder are returning to Miami for their fifth and final season of collegiate eligibility, they announced on social media this week.


Red Sox's Devers to undergo MRI; O'Neill hits IL

Red Sox sluggers Rafael Devers and Tyler O'Neill, who collided with each other Monday, are out of the lineup with injuries Thursday.


Reports: Ex-LSU star Van Lith heading to TCU

Hailey Van Lith will transfer to TCU for the 2024-25 season after playing one season for LSU, according to multiple reports.


FIFA to rebuild Blatter-era committee system

FIFA is set to create dozens of new committees and expert panels, reversing a governance reform passed in 2016 when the world football body was in turmoil during corruption scandals.