Canada's best- and worst-case scenarios for Friday's FIFA World Cup draw
The Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., buzzed with activity and speculation on Thursday in advance of Friday’s all-important draw for the 2026 men’s World Cup.
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Springbok lock Etzebeth gets 12-match ban for eye gouge
Dec 4 : South Africa lock Eben Etzebeth has received a 12-match suspension for his eye gouge on Wales flanker Alex Mann, ruling him out until April, but maintained his actions were not intentional.
Real Madrid's Alexander-Arnold out for two months with new muscle injury
MADRID, Dec 4 : Real Madrid's England defender Trent Alexander-Arnold is set to be sidelined for the next two months after suffering a thigh muscle injury in his left leg, the club said on Thursday.
Ralph Lauren outfits US athletes for 10th Games
NEW YORK, Dec 4 : Ralph Lauren will outfit the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic teams for the 10th time at next year's Winter Games, with the brand's take on an Italian aesthetic for the Opening Ceremony, part of an overall multi-piece set for the athletes.
2026 World Cup Draw: Tom Brady Headlines Star-Studded Draw Assistants
FIFA on Wednesday announced the draw assistants for Friday's 2026 World Cup draw and the cast is stacked with North American sports legends, including six-time Super Bowl champion and FOX Sports' lead NFL analyst Tom Brady.
Ortiz blitzes late to join three‑way lead at Australian Open, McIlroy falters
Dec 4 : Mexican Carlos Ortiz produced a late surge to grab a share of the lead with Elvis Smylie and Ryan Fox after a six-under-par 65 in Thursday's opening round of the Australian Open, while Rory McIlroy struggled in blustery conditions at Royal Melbourne, finishing with a one-over 72.
Toyota to become title sponsor of Haas F1 team
ABU DHABI, Dec 4 : Toyota Gazoo Racing, the Japanese car maker's motorsport division, will become title sponsor of the Haas Formula One team next season in a deal that strengthens an existing technical partnership.
Daniel Munoz scores as Crystal Palace beat struggling Burnley
Daniel Munoz’s first-half header was enough for Crystal Palace to leave Turf Moor with a 1-0 win as Burnley slumped to a fifth straight Premier League loss.