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By CIARÁN FAHEY AP Sports Writer DOHA, Qatar (AP) — Germany midfielder Joshua Kimmich says his “childhood dream” of playing in a World Cup is being tainted by the constant criticism directed at tournament host Qatar from his country. Kimmich says its not the fault of the players that the World Cup in in Qatar.

By AARON MORRISON AP National Writer NEW YORK (AP) — The journey to the 2024 Olympic Games is well underway for dozens of b-boys and b-girls around the globe who hope to secure a spot to compete when breaking, the now-international dance art, makes its athletic debut on the world’s stage. After the Red Bull

MALAGA, Spain (AP) — Jordan Thompson came from a set down to defeat Tallon Griekspoor 4-6, 7-5, 6-3 and give Australia a 1-0 lead over the Netherlands in the Davis Cup quarterfinals. The Australian hit 16 aces to overcome his Dutch opponent in a hard-fought match that took almost three hours. Alex de Minaur can

CANTON, Ohio (AP) — Four-time All-Pro cornerback Darrelle Revis is one of five first-year eligible players among 28 modern day semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s class of 2023. Joining Revis as candidates for induction next year are offensive linemen Jahri Evans and Joe Thomas, defensive lineman Dwight Freeney and linebacker James Harrison.

By TOM WITHERS AP Sports Writer CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Browns lost another center to injury, placing starter Ethan Pocic on injured reserve after he hurt his knee on the opening drive in a loss to the Buffalo Bills. Pocic’s loss is another blow to the struggling Browns, who have lost six of seven.

NEW YORK (AP) — Super Bowl MVP Cooper Kupp is among the 32 players nominated for the eighth annual Art Rooney Sportsmanship Award. Kupp, who had surgery for a high ankle sprain last week, caught a 1-yard touchdown pass from Matthew Stafford with 1:25 remaining to give the Los Angeles Rams a 23-20 victory over

By DANIEL POLITI Associated Press BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — Tears welled in the eyes of Oscar López as he washed the windows of the Buenos Aires building where he works as the superintendent. A devoted fan of Argentina, the 67-year-old was visibly upset as he reflected on the bitter 2-1 loss by the national

By ANNE M. PETERSON AP Sports Writer DOHA, Qatar (AP) — Robert Lewandowski’s second-half penalty attempt was saved by Mexico goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa and left Poland to settle for a 0-0 draw at the World Cup. It was Lewandowski’s first penalty miss for the national team. Poland’s all-time leading scorer with 76 goals remains without

By DAVE SKRETTA AP Basketball Writer The Final Four is headed for the first time to Las Vegas, where wagering on the NCAA Tournament has long been a staple of March Madness revelry, after the NCAA awarded the men’s national semifinals and championship game to Allegiant Stadium for the 2027-28 season. The NCAA also announced

By STEPHEN WADE AP Sports Writer LUSAIL, Qatar (AP) — Saudi Arabia fans at the World Cup are in disbelief after their team shocked Argentina. The victory on Tuesday set off jubilant scenes around the Arab world. It was one of the biggest upsets in the tournament’s history. Fans flooded the streets outside Lusail Stadium

By DOUG FERGUSON AP Golf Writer It would be a stretch to call 2022 the year of the Kiwi. But not by much. Steven Alker capped off his amazing run by going from qualifier to Charles Schwab Cup champion in just over a year on the PGA Tour Champions. Lydia Ko won the CME Group

By ANNE M. PETERSON AP Sports Writer DOHA, Qatar (AP) — Stephanie Frappart of France became the first woman to officiate a men’s World Cup match on Tuesday night when Mexico played Poland. Frappart was the fourth official for the game at Doha’s 974 Stadium. Frappart joins Japan’s Yamashita Yoshimi and Rwanda’s Salima Mukansanga as

By DAVE SKRETTA AP Sports Writer KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The situation could not seem simpler for Missouri heading into Friday’s rivalry game with Arkansas: Win and the Tigers qualify for a bowl game, lose and they’re sitting home for the holidays. Yet there is more riding on the outcome than the chance to

LONDON (AP) — England forward Beth Mead has sustained a torn anterior cruciate ligament while playing for Arsenal. The injury raises questions about her availability for the women’s World Cup next summer. The 27-year-old Mead helped England win the European Championship. She was injured Saturday during Arsenal’s 3-2 loss to Manchester United in the Women’s

By DAN GELSTON AP Sports Writer PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The National League champion Philadelphia Phillies gave team President Dave Dombrowski a three-year contract extension that takes him through the 2027 season. The Phillies finished the regular season 87-75 and earned the third NL wild-card spot. The Houston Astros beat the Phillies in six games to