• The Canadian Press

    Efficient Real Madrid making an art of scoring when least expected

    MUNICH (AP) — Real Madrid has made an artform of striking when least expected. Bayern Munich was so dominant in the Champions League semifinal on Tuesday that it seemed only a matter of time before it scored. But Madrid pounced instead. Vinícius Júnior ran onto a brilliant Toni Kroos pass and fired the visitors ahead in the 24th minute with their first chance. “I know that Viní prefers the ball in space than at his feet,” Kroos said. “Then he makes his move. He makes the pass easy for me with hi

  • The Canadian Press

    Hosting costs for 2026 FIFA World Cup in Vancouver double, may hit $581M

    VANCOUVER — Organizers of the seven FIFA World Cup soccer matches coming to Vancouver in 2026 say the estimated cost of hosting the event has more than doubled in the last two years. The latest estimates put the price tag at between $483 million and $581 million, including costs for the city, the province and stadium upgrades. However, the B.C. government says the event is expected to generate enough revenue to result in a net cost of between $100 million and $145 million. Minister of Tourism La

  • PA Media: Sport

    All to play for – Harry Kane ready to battle again with Real Madrid

    Bayern Munich were held to a 2-2 draw in the home leg of their Champions League semi-final.

  • The Independent

    A vintage Champions League display from Real Madrid reveals how Bayern Munich can beat them

    Bayern Munich 2-2 Real Madrid: Vinicius Jr scored twice to salvage a draw but a tactical tweak from Thomas Tuchel gives the German side hope for the second leg