The German women's national team departed for Lyon on Thursday, full of confidence that they will win their Nations League semi-final against France which would assure them of returning in summer for the Paris Olympics. "You can see that they are looking forward to it," interim coach Horst Hrubesch said of his players. "We believe in our chance. I really hope that we will take it." Defeat against France on Friday won't end Germany's hopes as in that case they would get a second chance on Wednesd
USA Basketball says it wants the best for Draymond Green, which is why the federation does not have him in its plans for the Paris Olympics. Green's omission from the pool of 41 players who are now candidates to play for the United States at the Paris Games was explained Wednesday by men's national team managing director Grant Hill, who spoke highly of the Golden State forward's history with the national team and how he helped the Americans win Olympic gold in 2016 and 2021.
The rallying cry “It’s Coming Home” is one game away from reality and the end of England's 57-year drought in global soccer. The World Cup trophy can return this Sunday to the birthplace of soccer for the first time since 1966. The Lionesses have roared their way into their first Women’s World Cup title game, Sunday against Spain.
Spain is feuding with its controversial coach Jorge Vilda. Fifteen players boycotted Spain's national team due to conflicts with management and the federation.