American professional women's soccer team in the NWSL
Smoke from more than 800 active wildfires in Canada has blanketed parts of the US Midwest and Northeast and made air quality hazardous in cities including Chicago, Detroit and New York. Officials have issued health alerts, advised people to stay indoors, and warned that smoke will linger into the weekend before forecast rain helps disperse it.
Holland has admitted to staging a fake hole-in-one at WingHaven Country Club, citing no excuse and highlighting concern for his family amid a wave of online backlash. The club has addressed the incident and closed the matter.
Spain has secured the world championship after beating Argentina in New Jersey. Dani Olmo reflects on the moment of triumph and the lasting impact of belonging to a legendary generation.
Vlatko Andonovski has moved from Kansas City to Chicago as sporting director, as the Stars overhaul their staff after a dismal season. The change aligns with ownership’s rebuilding plan, aiming for a playoff run next year.
Two major venues have been selected for high-profile European football events and a global volleyball tournament rollout. The National Stadium of Wales will host the 2029 UEFA Women’s Champions League final in Cardiff, while Munich hosts the 2028 men’s Champions League final and Parc Olympique Lyonnais hosts the 2028 women’s final. The 32-nation volleyball World Cup will be staged in North America this August with games in Omaha, Orlando, and California’s Honda Center, ahead of the 2028 Olympics bid.
Fernandez has renewed with London City after a standout season in which she played every Women’s Super League match, earned fans’ player of the season, and helped the club to sixth in their debut top-flight campaign. She previously won multiple titles with Barcelona and has featured for Spain at Euro 2025.
England manager Sarina Wiegman has left Ella Toone and Chloe Kelly out of a playoff squad, saying their levels on the pitch have not matched expectations. She still believes in them and says they can do better, while naming Lexi Potter and Freya Godfrey among new call-ups ahead of October’s World Cup qualifying playoff vs Greece.