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Chivas Femenil prepares for Clásico Tapatío against Atlas
Chivas Femenil is preparing for its Apertura 2026 match against Atlas, scheduled for Sept. 4 at Estadio Jalisco.
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América Maintains Liga MX Lead After 2-0 Win Over Puebla
Club América defeated Puebla FC 2-0 at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City on Aug. 29, extending its unbeaten run to six matches and preserving its lead in the Liga MX Apertura 2026 standings.
New York Phoenix set to play 2026 home games at M&T Bank Center in Schenectady after league switch
The New York Phoenix announced they will move their home venue to the M&T Bank Center at Mohawk Harbor for the 2026 season, after playing their inaugural season at Armory Studios NY. The team also changed leagues, moving from The Basketball League to the newly formed United States Basketball League, with a home opener scheduled for March 29.
NFL Hall of Fame race narrows: 15 modern-era finalists set for vote before Super Bowl LX week
The Pro Football Hall of Fame has named 15 modern-era finalists for the Class of 2026, including Drew Brees, Larry Fitzgerald, Eli Manning, Luke Kuechly and Adam Vinatieri. The selection committee is set to meet before Super Bowl LX, with the class to be revealed February 5 during NFL Honors in San Francisco.
McCann scores twice as Kraken rout Capitals 5-1; Ovechkin adds another milestone goal
Jared McCann had two goals and two assists as the Seattle Kraken defeated the Washington Capitals 5-1 in Seattle. Alex Ovechkin scored Washington’s lone goal, continuing his record-setting pace, while Seattle’s second-period surge broke the game open and powered a convincing home win.
Sports fans juggle NBA, NHL, and college hoops as a packed Jan. 27–28 calendar rolls on
A crowded sports slate on January 27–28 includes NBA and NHL action alongside major college basketball matchups, plus events from soccer to tennis. The San Francisco Chronicle’s sports calendar highlights the breadth of live games and televised competitions over the two-day stretch.
Hornets rout 76ers 130-93 as Brandon Miller scores 30; game moved up due to Winter Storm Fern
Charlotte overwhelmed Philadelphia with a massive middle-quarter surge and built a 50-point lead, extending a rare winning streak. The matchup was played earlier than scheduled because of extreme weather in the Charlotte area.
Alcaraz overwhelms De Minaur to reach Australian Open semifinals
Carlos Alcaraz advanced to the Australian Open semifinals with a straight-sets win over Alex de Minaur, moving within two victories of completing a career Grand Slam. The result ended Australia’s men’s singles hopes and set up a semifinal against Alexander Zverev.
Australian Open heat protocol returns as Alcaraz powers into semifinals
With Melbourne temperatures soaring above 42°C, the Australian Open again activated its Extreme Heat Protocol, pausing outdoor play as Carlos Alcaraz advanced and tournament officials emphasized player safety rules.
Rangers rally past Bruins in overtime as Robertson scores winner and Pastrnak hits 900 points
New York ended a skid with an OT comeback win over Boston, powered by a late equalizer and a decisive solo rush in extra time; Boston’s David Pastrnak posted three assists and reached 900 career NHL points.
Cavaliers ride Donovan Mitchell’s 45 points past Magic as Cleveland extends win streak
Donovan Mitchell poured in 45 points to lift Cleveland over Orlando 114–98, as the Cavaliers overcame a sloppy start and seized control in the second quarter. The win extended Cleveland’s run and underscored how quickly star scoring and improved ball security can flip a game.
Seattle Seahawks beat Los Angeles Rams 31-27 to reach Super Bowl, setting up rematch with New England Patriots
Seattle advanced to the Super Bowl after a 31-27 win over the Rams in the NFC Championship, while New England won the AFC in harsh winter conditions. The matchup sets up a high-profile rematch between the franchises on the NFL’s biggest stage.