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Mallory Swanson and her husband, Dansby Swanson, announced on social media that they are expecting their first child, explaining her absence from the Chicago Stars' regular season. Previously cited as personal reasons, Swanson has not played since November and missed the USWNT's SheBelieves Cup camps. The Stars currently have a 1-1-5 record, and it is likely that Swanson will miss the remainder of the NWSL season, while Dansby, in his third season with the Cubs,...

Pitt did not have any safeties drafted this year, but Donovan McMillon signed with the Browns, and P.J. O'Brien Jr. has a camp opportunity with the Steelers. The Panthers are targeting 6-foot-2 safety Zachary Taylor, who is visiting Pittsburgh from June 12-14 after a strong junior season, which included 60 tackles and impressive speed as a track star. Pitt has already secured one safety commit for the 2026 class and hopes to add Taylor, who...

Summary FIFA has announced a playoff between Los Angeles FC and Club América to determine who will replace León in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup following León's expulsion confirmed by the Court of Arbitration for Sport. The match is scheduled for May 31st at BMO Stadium in LA, with the winner joining Chelsea, Flamengo, and Espérance de Tunis in Group D. This playoff, considered a significant event in American soccer, highlights the rivalry between...

Lewis Dodd's tenure with the South Sydney Rabbitohs may be coming to an end, as he has been advised to seek other opportunities after struggling for playing time. Former England player James Graham suggested Dodd's management explore new clubs, given the Rabbitohs' recent signings and preference for other players over him. Additionally, Dodd might have a potential opportunity with former coach Kristian Woolf, while Dom Young from the Sydney Roosters is also facing uncertainty regarding...

The women’s college basketball transfer portal has closed, revealing clear winners and losers among teams. Winner: LSU gained top talents like MiLaysia Fulwiley and Kate Koval, while Loser: Notre Dame faces a depleted roster with only one returning starter. Push: South Carolina offset the loss of Fulwiley by adding leading scorer Ta’Niya Latson, Winner: Maryland secured key transfers including Oluchi Okananwa, Loser: Georgia Tech lost seven players, and Push: UCLA gained sharpshooter Gianna Kneepkens despite...

Newcastle ‘Seriously’ Interested in €50M Lazio MidfielderNewcastle is reportedly targeting Lazio midfielder Matteo Guendouzi to strengthen their squad, particularly as they face potential departures, including Sandro Tonali. Despite having a solid midfield trio, the club is keen on securing Guendouzi, who has impressed since his move from Olympique Marseille to Lazio in 2023, contributing one goal and five assists in 45 appearances. Lazio president Claudio Lotito has set an asking price of €50 million for...