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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 '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 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 Warriors prep for 'emotion' of Klay negotiations

As negotiations between the Golden State Warriors and Klay Thompson have stalled, and as the start of free agency looms, GM Mike Dunleavy Jr., speaking to reporters Monday, reiterated his stance on the 12-year guard, saying, "We want him back."

ESPN Bruins break up goalie duo, deal Ullmark to Sens

With the NHL draft and free agency on the horizon, the Boston Bruins on Monday traded veteran goaltender Linus Ullmark to the Ottawa Senators for forward Mark Kastelic, goaltender Joonas Korpisalo and the No. 25 pick in Friday's draft in Las Vegas.

ESPN Sources: Wolves, Finch agree on 4-year extension

The Timberwolves and head coach Chris Finch have agreed on a four-year extension that will take him through the 2027-28 season, sources told ESPN.

ESPN MLB suspends Mets closer Díaz for 10 games

Mets closer Edwin Díaz has been suspended 10 games and fined an undisclosed amount after violating prohibitions on foreign substances, Major League Baseball announced Monday.

ESPN Padres place Tatis (thigh) on 10-day injured list

The Padres placed right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr. on the 10-day injured list Monday with a stress reaction in his right thigh bone.

ESPN Kershaw shut down for week due to shoulder 'blip'

Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw will be shut down from throwing for a week after experiencing lingering soreness in his surgically repaired left shoulder.

ESPN Mbappé 'raring to go' for next France match - boss

Kylian Mbappé is hoping to return to Euro 2024 in France's clash against Poland on Tuesday, head coach Didier Deschamps said.

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 Can Vinícius Jr. do for Brazil what he does for Real Madrid?

Vinícius Júnior may have a case to win the Ballon d'Or for his Real Madrid play, but he might need to win Copa América with Brazil to seal it.

ESPN Mbappé 'raring to go' for next France match - boss

Kylian Mbappé is hoping to return to Euro 2024 in France's clash against Poland on Tuesday, head coach Didier Deschamps said.