Why flag football’s Olympics inclusion has been ‘rocket fuel’ for growth, especially among women

Your support enables The Independent to report on crucial issues like reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech, providing in-depth coverage and investigations. As a trusted news source, The Independent relies on donations to send reporters to cover stories from all perspectives without paywalls. Despite facing challenges, Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou remains determined to lead the team through tough times and emphasizes the need for all players, including Timo Werner, to step up and deliver...

Lionel Messi has identified Barcelona's teenage sensation Lamine Yamal as a player who reminds him of himself when he was young, praising the 17-year-old's talent and potential. Yamal, a product of Barcelona's La Masia academy, has been making waves in the football world, earning recognition for his impressive performances and finishing eighth in the recent Ballon d'Or rankings. Messi, who left Barcelona in 2021 after a successful career at the club, expressed his hopes for...

Tyrone Mings, Aston Villa and England defender, faced a challenging journey back from an anterior cruciate ligament injury, having previously experienced a similar setback early in his career. Coping with uncertainty and setbacks, Mings now approaches recovery differently, maintaining perspective and engaging in positive activities like his involvement in the Tyrone Mings Academy. With ambitions on and off the pitch, Mings remains a confident and articulate figure, driven by new opportunities and the success of...

Start: Bo Nix Nix is a recommended start for the Indianapolis Colts game against the Denver Broncos. The article advises starting Rico Dowdle for the Dallas Cowboys, Tua Tagovailoa for the Miami Dolphins, Brian Thomas Jr. for the New York Jets, and Brian Robinson Jr. for the Washington Commanders. It also suggests sitting Nick Chubb for the Cleveland Browns, Travis Etienne Jr. for the Jacksonville Jaguars, Tyrone Tracy Jr. for the New York Giants, and...

The Independent relies on reader support to cover important stories ranging from reproductive rights to climate change. Your donation helps fund investigative journalism and documentaries. In sports news, Bruno Fernandes of Manchester United is focused on the team's own performance rather than Manchester City's recent struggles ahead of their upcoming derby match. United is seeking to improve their standing in the Premier League and secure a win at the Etihad Stadium. Full Article

Bill Connelly, an ESPN staff writer, discusses the 2024 FCS playoffs, where the top eight seeds advanced to the quarterfinals with minimal drama, setting up four intriguing matchups. Montana State, South Dakota State, North Dakota State, and South Dakota are the top contenders, boasting impressive SP+ rankings and undefeated records against the rest of the FCS teams. Montana State faces a rematch against Idaho, whom they previously defeated 38-7, led by quarterback Tommy Mellott and...