• The Independent

    Rory McIlroy files for divorce from wife, Erica, after seven years of marriage

    Divorce papers filed in Palm Beach, Florida on Monday

  • The Canadian Press

    Toronto FC missing players in wake of ill-tempered melee after New York City FC loss

    Toronto FC will be feeling the hangover from Saturday night's ugly post-game melee with New York City FC when it takes the field at Geodis Park on Wednesday against Nashville SC. Italian star Federico Bernardeschi and veteran defender Kevin Long are both suspended after a game that saw bad blood between the teams spill over when Toronto's comeback fell short in a 3-2 loss at BMO Field. Bernardeschi, the only Toronto player to start every league game this season, was sent off after confronting re

  • The Guardian

    Newcastle council could be complicit in sportswashing, campaigners claim

    Emails highlighted a close relationship between Newcastle United and council officials, who lobbied officials at the Saudi Arabian-controlled club for funding

  • The Canadian Press

    French striker Olivier Giroud makes his MLS move. He is joining Los Angeles FC

    LOS ANGELES (AP) — World Cup-winning French striker Olivier Giroud is signing with Los Angeles FC. LAFC formally announced the long-anticipated move Tuesday for the 37-year-old Giroud, who leaves Europe after 18 years in the top professional leagues in France, England and Italy. Giroud confirmed Monday that he would leave AC Milan for a Major League Soccer club. Giroud joins LAFC as a designated player with a contract through 2025. The deal includes an option for 2026, the club said. LAFC genera