The U.S. men defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 to reach the World Cup round of 16, despite Folarin Balogun’s red card. Malik Tillman’s late free kick sealed the Americans’ first knockout win since 2002.
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The Boston Celtics are trading Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers for Paul George and draft picks, ending Brown’s 10-season run in Boston. Brown, the 2024 Finals MVP, joins Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey after a career-best season.
Ciarre Campbell, the brother of Ravens defensive lineman Calais Campbell, has been charged with murder after their mother, Nateal Campbell, was found dead during an Atlanta welfare check. Police said the investigation is ongoing.
Mexico beat Ecuador 2-0 after a one-hour weather delay in Mexico City to reach the World Cup round of 16. The co-hosts have won all four matches at the tournament without conceding a goal.
LeBron James will leave the Los Angeles Lakers after eight seasons and continue his NBA career elsewhere. The Lakers thanked the 22-time All-Star for a tenure that included the 2020 championship and multiple league records.
The Supreme Court upheld West Virginia and Idaho laws barring transgender girls and women from girls’ and women’s sports teams. The 6-3 ruling says states may base eligibility on biological sex under Title IX and the Equal Protection Clause.
Argentine soccer player Lucas Trejo’s wife and two children were killed after twin earthquakes destroyed their home in La Guaira, Venezuela. Authorities reported more than 1,400 deaths as rescuers continued searching for tens of thousands still unaccounted for.
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson has announced he has ALS, saying doctors believe his case is sporadic. Johnson, a three-time Pro Bowler and 2009 Offensive Player of the Year, said he is sharing his diagnosis to raise awareness and support others.