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Reports: PSG suspends Messi 2 weeks for Saudi Arabia trip

Reports: PSG suspends Messi 2 weeks for Saudi Arabia trip

PARIS (AP) — Paris Saint-Germain suspended Lionel Messi for two weeks after the World Cup champion took an unauthorized trip to Saudi Arabia, French media reported on Tuesday.
Federal government considers financial audit of Canada Soccer: sport minister

Federal government considers financial audit of Canada Soccer: sport minister

Canada's sport minister says the federal government is looking at the tools it can use to investigate Canada Soccer, including the potential for an audit of the organization's finances.
Canada's bid to make 2024 Copa America as guest team will involve just one opponent

Canada's bid to make 2024 Copa America as guest team will involve just one opponent

Canada will need to dispatch just one opponent to qualify for the 2024 Copa America as one of CONCACAF's six guest teams. Under guidelines released Tuesday by CONCACAF, the U.S.
Dabrowski, Shapovalov, Auger-Aliassime ousted in Madrid doubles quarterfinals

Dabrowski, Shapovalov, Auger-Aliassime ousted in Madrid doubles quarterfinals

MADRID — Canadians Gabriela Dabrowski, Felix Auger-Aliassime and Denis Shapovalov were eliminated from doubles competition in quarterfinal action Tuesday at the Madrid Open.
Ottawa Redblacks select defensive lineman Ta'ala with first pick of CFL global draft

Ottawa Redblacks select defensive lineman Ta'ala with first pick of CFL global draft

TORONTO — The Ottawa Redblacks selected defensive lineman Blessman Ta'ala with the first overall selection of the CFL global draft Tuesday.
Jim Furyk named U.S. captain for 2024 Presidents Cup at Royal Montreal Golf Club

Jim Furyk named U.S. captain for 2024 Presidents Cup at Royal Montreal Golf Club

MONTREAL — Jim Furyk has been named the captain of the American team at the upcoming Presidents Cup. He'll lead his squad against Canadian Mike Weir's group at Royal Montreal Golf Club in September 2024.
FIFA warns Europe of Women's World Cup broadcast blackout

FIFA warns Europe of Women's World Cup broadcast blackout

GENEVA (AP) — Publicly criticizing broadcasters for offering to pay too little to screen the Women’s World Cup has not worked out yet for FIFA president Gianni Infantino, who is now threatening a blackout in major European markets.
Simon Fraser University football players in court asking for axed program’s rebirth.

Simon Fraser University football players in court asking for axed program’s rebirth.

VANCOUVER — Players and supporters of the Simon Fraser University football team expressed optimism about the program’s return after a court hearing Monday. The Burnaby, B.C.
Five things to know about the NHL playoffs

Five things to know about the NHL playoffs

Toronto versus Edmonton in the Stanley Cup final? According to popular sports betting sites, today's smart money is on an all-Canadian clash for the Cup.
Packed bars, busy downtown streets expected in Toronto as Maple Leafs take on Florida

Packed bars, busy downtown streets expected in Toronto as Maple Leafs take on Florida

TORONTO — Excited hockey fans are expected to pack bars and the streets around Toronto's Scotiabank Arena today as the Maple Leafs begin their second-round NHL playoff series against the Florida Panthers.