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ESPN Italy stun Croatia with late goal to reach last 16

An added-time goal from Mattia Zaccagni snatched a 1-1 draw with Croatia, which was enough to earn Italy a place in the last 16 of Euro 2024 as Group B runners-up. They will face Switzerland; meanwhile Croatia must wait to see if they progress.

ESPN James sparks Colombia in Copa opener win

James Rodriguez created both goals in Colombia's 2-1 win over Paraguay in their opening Copa América Group D game in Houston on Monday.

ESPN Modric not done for Croatia after 'brutal' Italy game

Croatia captain Luka Modric said he would continue playing on despite his country's likely elimination from the European Championship after conceding a last-gasp goal in a 1-1 draw with Italy in their final Group B game on Monday.

ESPN Spalletti: 'Soft' Italy need 'dirty work' in next stage

Italy coach Luciano Spalletti praised the never-say-die attitude of his players against Croatia on Monday to book a Euro round-of-16 place, but said there was much room for improvement.

ESPN Bay FC GM Rushton out in inaugural season

Lucy Rushton is out as general manager of Bay FC halfway through the National Women's Soccer League expansion team's first season, the club announced .

ESPN Spain coach lauds perfect group run, urges calm

Luis de la Fuente praised his Spain squad after they finished their group stage with three wins and three clean sheets at Euro 2024.

ESPN England, France, Dutch seal Euro knockout places

England, France and the Netherlands have qualifed for the knockout stages of Euro 2024, with Albania's result against Spain on Monday confirming their places.

ESPN What if the NFL expanded to 100 teams? Barnwell picks ideal locations for 68 new franchises

Let's find homes for 100 professional football teams across America, including in Puerto Rico and Hawaii. Hey, we can dream, right?

ESPN Messi: 'I was born this way because God chose me'

Lionel Messi has said he was "chosen by God" when talking about his footballing talent, adding he has tried to make the most of it.

ESPN Brazil rue tactical caution in Copa América opener vs. Costa Rica

Brazil were expected to cruise past Costa Rica with ease, but were held to a surprise goalless draw after failing to take their chances with a questionable starting lineup.

ESPN At last, Tennessee is on Rocky Top after winning its first MCWS title

Tennessee a baseball school? After years of almost-dids, the Vols have finally sealed the deal.

ESPN 'No podcasts': Redick says goal with Lakers is title

JJ Redick acknowledged his lack of experience when introduced as the Lakers' new coach but said he still understands the expectations in L.A. -- a championship.

ESPN Panthers get their 'perfect outcome,' win 1st Cup

The Florida Panthers, who opened the series with three convincing victories only to lose the next three games, captured their first Stanley Cup in franchise history with a 2-1 Game 7 victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Monday night in Sunrise, Florida.

ESPN After Game 7 loss, McDavid awarded Conn Smythe

Oilers captain Connor McDavid won the Conn Smythe Trophy as playoff MVP on Monday night in Sunrise, Florida, despite Edmonton's Stanley Cup Final loss to the Florida Panthers, a nod to one of the greatest postseason performances in NHL history.

ESPN Vols earn first title in baseball with MCWS win

Tennessee earned its first national championship in baseball Monday night with a 6-5 win over Texas A&M at the Men's College World Series.