Enzo Maresca admits Chelsea a long way from competing with Premier League’s best

Michael Voepel and Andrea Adelson are ESPN senior writers covering women's college basketball, with Voepel focusing on the WNBA as well. South Carolina's Elite Eight win against Duke showcased their ability to make comebacks, with the team relying heavily on their starters due to inconsistencies from their bench. Coach Dawn Staley acknowledges the challenges ahead, particularly against Texas in the Final Four, emphasizing the need for the bench players to step up for a chance...

The Cincinnati Reds lost 1-0 to the Milwaukee Brewers, marking their third consecutive 1-0 loss, a rare feat in the live-ball era. Milwaukee's Nestor Cortes pitched six shutout innings, allowing only one hit, a double by Jose Trevino. The Reds struggled with runners in scoring position, going 0-13 over the last three games, while Joel Payamps earned his first save by retiring the side in the ninth. Nick Lodolo pitched well for Cincinnati, allowing one...

The Independent depends on reader support to cover important stories, from reproductive rights to Big Tech, with a commitment to unbiased reporting. Your donation allows journalists to report on critical US issues from both perspectives. In a contentious match between Tottenham and Chelsea, manager Ange Postecoglou faced scrutiny for a gesture towards fans and criticized VAR, while Chelsea's Enzo Maresca celebrated a crucial win moving them up to fourth in the table. Full Article

The Zambia women's national team removed their four U.S.-based players from the squad for the Yongchuan International Tournament in China due to concerns over U.S. travel measures, with the players staying back in the United States. The decision was made amidst the Trump administration's crackdown on illegal immigration and potential travel bans, prompting uncertainty for foreign athletes traveling abroad. Meanwhile, Portland Thorns forward Deyna Castellanos also opted not to travel home to Venezuela for upcoming...

Live music and ribs slathered in barbecue sauce will make a comeback at the Pro Football Hall of Fame in May with the reboot of the Ribs Burnoff, presented by Minutemen Workforce Solutions. The event, scheduled for May 23-25, will feature appearances by Hall of Fame enshrinees Eric Allen, Jared Allen, Antonio Gates, and Sterling Sharpe, along with performances by the Bluecoats Drum & Bugle Corps. Eight pitmasters will compete for cash prizes, and musical...

The Arizona Cardinals have signed Pro Bowler Trey McBride to a four-year, $76 million extension, making him the highest-paid tight end in NFL history. The deal includes $43 million guaranteed and an average annual salary of $19 million, setting a new record for tight ends. McBride, 25, had a standout season with 111 receptions, 1,146 yards, and three touchdowns last year. Full Article