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- 025Sports
Justin Gaethje wins interim lightweight title after beating Paddy Pimblett, fueling talk of blockbuster summer headliner
Justin Gaethje defeated Paddy Pimblett in a high-profile interim lightweight bout, reviving title-fight scenarios and sparking speculation about a major summer event headlined by a unification matchup.
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USWNT opens 2026 with a 6–0 friendly win over Paraguay in California
The U.S. women’s national team began its 2026 schedule with a lopsided friendly victory over Paraguay, featuring goals from emerging players and a notable return to action for Trinity Rodman.
- 027Sports
USWNT opens 2026 with 6–0 win over Paraguay as new faces shine and Rodman returns
The U.S. women’s national team began its 2026 schedule with a dominant friendly win over Paraguay, powered by goals from newcomers and a strong return from Trinity Rodman.
- 028Sports
Seahawks host Rams in NFC Championship on January 25, 2026, with Super Bowl berth on the line
Seattle and Los Angeles meet for the third time this season as division rivals fight for the NFC title and a trip to Super Bowl LX.
- 029Sports
Patriots activate WR Mack Hollins ahead of AFC Championship matchup with Broncos
New England activated wide receiver Mack Hollins from injured reserve ahead of the January 25 AFC Championship against Denver, giving the Patriots another experienced target as they chase a Super Bowl berth.
- 030Sports
Manchester City extends WSL lead after late Bunny Shaw winner at London City
Manchester City moved further clear at the top of the Women’s Super League after Bunny Shaw scored late to beat London City Lionesses 2–1, while Manchester United and West Ham also recorded notable wins in a crowded slate of matches.
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Seahawks host Rams in NFC title game as division rivals meet again with Super Bowl berth at stake
Seattle and Los Angeles meet for the third time this season, with the winner advancing to the Super Bowl. The matchup pairs a Seahawks team that earned the conference’s top seed against a Rams roster built around a high-powered passing attack and an experienced quarterback.
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Trinity Rodman captains USWNT to 6–0 friendly win over Paraguay as January camp continues
Trinity Rodman scored in her first match as U.S. captain and the USWNT produced a five-goal second half to rout Paraguay, 6–0, in Carson, California. The result capped a night of individual milestones, including debuts, multi-goal performances and a tribute to Christen Press.
- 033Sports
Spurs players reveal their NFL rooting interests ahead of conference championship Sunday
With the NFL’s conference championship games set for Sunday, San Antonio Spurs players and staff shared the personal connections shaping their rooting interests. The crossover fandom arrives as the league heads toward Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, with players juggling their own NBA schedule while tracking football’s biggest matchups.
- 034Sports
Spurs players share rooting interests as NFL conference championships approach Super Bowl LX
With the NFL postseason nearing its finale, Spurs coach Mitch Johnson and guard De’Aaron Fox discussed personal reasons they’ll be watching and rooting during the conference championship games.
- 035Sports
USWNT opens 2026 with a 6–0 friendly win over Paraguay led by a wave of young scorers
The U.S. women’s national team began its 2026 calendar with a lopsided friendly win over Paraguay in Carson, California, as several newer faces made an early case for bigger roles. With goals spread across the squad and a controlled performance, the match offered a first look at how the team is building toward a busy year of competition.
- 036Sports
USWNT opens 2026 with a 6–0 win over Paraguay as new faces impress in Carson
The U.S. women’s national team began its 2026 schedule with an emphatic 6–0 friendly win over Paraguay in California. Several young players delivered standout moments, while the match also highlighted a returning core and an eye toward upcoming competitive fixtures.