Columbus Crew owners get 18th NWSL franchise for record fee - ESPN
The NWSL awarded an expansion franchise to Columbus, Ohio, and an ownership consortium led by the Haslam Sports Group. The new Columbus-based team will begin play in 2028.
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West Ham vice-chair Brady steps down after 16-year tenure
April 21 : West Ham United vice-chairman Karren Brady has stepped down from her role at the club after 16 years, the relegation-threatened side said on Tuesday in a tenure marked by commercial transformation but also fan dissatisfaction.
West Ham move two points clear of drop zone and relegate Wolves with Palace draw
West Ham secured a massive point in their relegation battle after playing out a goalless draw with Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park, also sealing Wolves’ relegation to the Championship.
Yankees' Cam Schlittler, amid threats, excited to face Red Sox - ESPN
New York Yankees pitcher Cam Schlittler said he and his family have received death threats ahead of his start against the Boston Red Sox, but he's «excited» to be making his Fenway Park debut Thursday.
Late strike from Tammy Abraham secures Aston Villa victory over Sunderland
Tammy Abraham scored a stoppage-time winner as Aston Villa took a huge step to securing Champions League football next season with a dramatic 4-3 victory over Sunderland at Villa Park.
Rybakina beats Muchova to win Stuttgart crown - and a Porsche - for second time
STUTTGART, April 19 : Top seed Elena Rybakina had her eyes on the prize, literally, as she overpowered Karolina Muchova 7-5 6-1 to win the Stuttgart Open on Sunday and drive away with a Porsche car for the second time in her career.
2026 MLB Milestones and Records Tracker: Dodgers Off to Historic Start
The 2026 MLB season is off to a blazing start, and history has already been made just a few weeks in.
Bournemouth win at Newcastle to increase pressure on former boss Eddie Howe
Adrien Truffert piled the pressure on Newcastle boss Eddie Howe as former club Bournemouth struck late to snatch a 2-1 Premier League victory at St James’ Park.