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Iran and the World Cup: Will they play? What happens if they don't?

March 2, 2026 - 8:05pm
Iran are scheduled to play at the 2026 World Cup in just over 100 days' time. Here's what we know -- and what we don't -- about whether they will still take part.

The four NHL teams that need a blockbuster trade before Friday's deadline

March 2, 2026 - 8:03pm
The coming days could seal the fates of these clubs -- one way or another.

MLS Power Rankings: Messi's Inter Miami surge after comeback win

March 2, 2026 - 7:35pm
Defending champions Inter Miami finally got their 2026 MLS season on track, as we look at the latest ESPN Power Rankings.

Pickups: Add Dejounte Murray, Precious Achiuwa before it's too late

March 2, 2026 - 7:35pm
Every week in fantasy basketball, there are available players who can help fill holes in your roster. Here are the ones to add for the week ahead.

Storylines, positions of intrigue and players to watch

March 2, 2026 - 7:33pm
With new coaches, quarterbacks and transfers, we look at the SEC as camps get ready to open.

Duke No. 1 in men's AP poll for record 149th time

March 2, 2026 - 6:05pm
For the second straight week, Duke takes the No. 1 spot in the Associated Press men's college basketball poll, extending its record with 149 appearances in the top spot.

SC Next Top 25: The best high school girls' basketball teams in 2025-26

March 2, 2026 - 4:35pm
The high school basketball postseason is kicking into gear as the Chipotle Nationals approach.

Boys' 2026 recruiting class rankings: Duke is the new No. 1, UNC enters at No. 7

March 2, 2026 - 4:35pm
Duke is poised for a third straight No. 1 class. Arkansas comes in at No. 2, and UNC makes its 2026 rankings debut.

UConn remains unanimous No. 1 in AP Top 25

March 2, 2026 - 3:11pm
UConn heads into the postseason undefeated and still the unanimous No. 1 choice in The Associated Press women's basketball Top 25.

Arsenal win ugly vs. Chelsea, Bayern close on Bundesliga title, more

March 2, 2026 - 12:42pm
Despite the victory, Mikel Arteta can't be happy at how difficult things look for the Premier League leaders.

Australian Grand Prix: Does winning first race of F1's new era guarantee title?

March 2, 2026 - 12:25pm
Ahead of the dawn of what is arguably F1's biggest-ever rules shake-up with all-new cars and engines, just how important -- and foreshadowing -- will the Australian Grand Prix be?

Transfer rumors, news: Man United keeping tabs on Stuttgart's Andrés

March 2, 2026 - 12:25pm
Manchester United could look to the Bundesliga for their newest midfield signing. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Athletes facing travel issues amid Middle East war

March 2, 2026 - 12:13pm
Tennis star Daniil Medvedev indicated he's among a small number of athletes trying to leave Dubai as the war in the Middle East has caused a widespread travel shutdown.

Source: Cowboys' Ezeiruaku has hip surgery

March 2, 2026 - 12:13pm
Cowboys pass rusher Donovan Ezeiruaku underwent hip surgery to repair a labrum tear five weeks ago, but he could be out until the start of training camp, according to a source.

Leading scorer Baker-Mazara no longer with USC

March 2, 2026 - 12:13pm
Chad Baker-Mazara is no longer a member of the men's basketball program, USC announced, a day after he left the Trojans' loss to Nebraska.

Colorado QB Ponder dies in single-car crash at 23

March 2, 2026 - 12:13pm
Colorado quarterback Dominiq Ponder died early Sunday morning in a single-car crash, according to police. He was 23.

Reddick wins 3rd straight to make NASCAR history

March 2, 2026 - 12:13pm
Tyler Reddick became the first driver in NASCAR Cup Series history to win the first three races of the season with a victory Sunday at the Circuit of the Americas.

The curious case of Sawyer Robertson, Mike Leach's last quarterback

March 2, 2026 - 11:18am
It took the former Baylor signal-caller years to get comfortable running an offense. Will he be able to make things work in the NFL?

Texans trade RT Howard to Browns, source says

March 2, 2026 - 10:16am
The Texans have agreed to trade starting right tackle Tytus Howard to the Browns for a fifth-round draft pick, a source told ESPN.

Heaps, Shaw lead USWNT to win over Argentina

March 2, 2026 - 9:44am
Lindsey Heaps had a goal and an assist, and Jaedyn Shaw also scored to propel the United States to a sixth straight shutout victory with a 2-0 win over Argentina in the SheBelieves Cup on Sunday.