Tite tempers Brazil’s World Cup hopes ahead of Mexico clash
SOCHI, Russia (Reuters) – Brazil’s relatively straightforward passage to the last 16 has created optimism among fans betting on a sixth World Cup title but coach Tite is using his characteristic restraint to prevent over-confidence among his players.
Angels’ Jewell sustains gruesome leg injury vs. Red Sox
Los Angeles Angels reliever Jake Jewell’s third major league appearance ended painfully Wednesday.
Complacency killed Germany’s World Cup hopes
VATUTINKI, Russia (Reuters) – Charts, graphs and statistical analysis will not explain Germany’s shock World Cup exit. The reason lies not in numbers but in German football’s complacency in recent years.
Joint Korean team in three disciplines at Asian Games: organizers
JAKARTA (Reuters) – North and South Korea will field joint teams in canoeing, rowing and women’s basketball at this year’s Asian Games in Indonesia, the organizers said on Thursday.
From prey to predator, Korea revels in German revenge
SEOUL (Reuters) – South Korea waited 16 years to get their World Cup revenge on Germany, and while Wednesday’s astonishing 2-0 win over the defending champions came in the group stage rather than the semi-finals it tasted no less sweet.
Tigers fire pitching coach Bosio over ‘insensitive comments’
The Detroit Tigers abruptly fired pitching coach Chris Bosio on Wednesday, saying the former big leaguer violated club policy with “his insensitive comments.”
Major League Baseball notebook: Outfielder Werth announces retirement
Veteran outfielder Jayson Werth is calling it a career after 15 seasons.
NFL notebook: Vikings DE Hunter gets five-year extension
Defensive end Danielle Hunter has agreed to a five-year extension with the Minnesota Vikings, the team announced on Wednesday.
Report: Lakers pressured to add Leonard before LeBron decision
While Magic Johnson plays it cool regarding his chances to add major free agents to the Los Angeles Lakers, pressure to create his own superteam in L.A. may be mounting behind the scenes.
NBA extends commissioner Silver through 2023-24
The National Basketball Association has extended the contract of its commissioner, Adam Silver, through the 2023-24 season, the league announced Wednesday.
