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Global soccer coverage focusing on top European leagues and international competitions.

Jude Bellingham celebrates a goal for England against Norway in a World Cup quarter-final, with Norwegian players protesting near a visible overhead camera cable.

Jude Bellingham goal stood despite SkyCam controversy

In a World Cup quarter-final, England's winning goal against Norway stood despite furious protests from Norwegian players claiming the ball hit an overhead SkyCam cable.

Sofia Castillo· Jul 12· 3 min read

Texas Rangers send pitcher Michel Otañez outright to Triple-A

Despite a 34.1 percent strikeout rate in his big-league career, Michel Otañez was removed from the Texas Rangers' 40-man roster after allowing four runs in just 2 1/3 spring innings. This move sent th

Sofia Castillo· Jun 20· 3 min

A vintage portrait of Al Worthington, the legendary Minnesota Twins relief pitcher, in his playing days, celebrating a save.

Al Worthington, MLB Relief Ace, Dies at 97

In 1965, Al "Red" Worthington, the first great closer in Minnesota Twins history, helped secure their first American League pennant with 21 saves and a 2.

Sofia Castillo· Jun 19· 3 min

Jude Bellingham goal stood despite SkyCam controversy

Braves sign veteran Carlos Santana to minor league deal

Phillies Re-Sign Jackson Rutledge to Minor League Contract

Red Sox likely to sell as Sonny Gray's no-trade clause becomes irrelevant

Angels release Taijuan Walker, ending his brief contract status

Texas Rangers send pitcher Michel Otañez outright to Triple-A

Al Worthington, MLB Relief Ace, Dies at 97