Mallory Swanson Returns: 18-Month Comeback After Childbirth
Mallory Swanson made her return to the pitch on Saturday after an 18-month absence due to the birth of her first child in November.
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Mallory Swanson made her return to the pitch on Saturday after an 18-month absence due to the birth of her first child in November.
Chicago Stars activate Mallory Swanson from maternity leave, making her available for Saturday's NWSL match vs. North Carolina Courage—her first since 2024.
After minor knee surgery, USWNT midfielder Sam Coffey begins rehabilitation, Manchester City announces. The procedure's details and timeline remain undisclosed.
Katie Taylor could retire if her Croke Park finale doesn't happen, with promoter Eddie Hearn targeting a late summer event that would celebrate Irish culture.
Sam Kerr ends her six-year Chelsea career with 115 goals, 5 WSL titles, and a final home game vs Man Utd. The Australia striker leaves as a legend.
Bev Priestman, who was banned for her involvement in Canada's drone spying scandal, is now one win away from her first trophy in charge of New Zealand.
Chelsea forward Sam Kerr is set to depart the club this summer upon the expiration of her contract. The Australian star will leave as a free agent.
The first World Cup final halftime show will star Madonna, Shakira, and BTS, blending music and football on the sport's biggest stage for millions worldwide.
Bev Priestman is on the brink of her first trophy since her ban for Canada's drone scandal at the 2024 Olympics, leading New Zealand in a quiet career rebuild.
Promoter Nakisa Bidarian says unbeaten Caroline Dubois is the ideal final opponent for Katie Taylor's farewell fight at Dublin's Croke Park this summer.
Trinity Rodman exited Washington Spirit's match against Seattle Reign on Sunday after receiving on-field medical treatment early in the second half.
Marie-Louise Eta earned her first Bundesliga victory as Union Berlin head coach with a 3-1 win over Mainz 05, but remained modest in the spotlight.
Union Berlin secured Bundesliga survival with a 2-2 draw against Köln. Coach Marie-Louise Eta seeks her first win in charge as they visit Mainz on matchday 33.
A 44-year-old fugitive, wanted for stabbing his ex-wife in front of their child in Itu, SP, in February, was arrested by the Campinas Municipal Guard on Friday.
Singer Bonnie Tyler, 74, is in grave condition after suffering a cardiorespiratory arrest. She was placed in an induced coma following emergency intestinal
Coventry City, Ipswich Town, Venezia, Schalke 04, and Troyes are among the clubs promoted to Europe's top leagues for 2026-27. See the full list of promoted
Novak Djokovic was eliminated after just one match at the Masters 1000 tournament in Rome, a surprising early departure for the top seed.
Novak Djokovic was eliminated from the Rome Masters 1000 after playing only one match. The early exit marks a surprising result for the top seed at the
World No. 3 Iga Świątek says she needs more match play to build rhythm and confidence ahead of the French Open, citing a lack of competitive sharpness in key
Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes and Manchester City's Khadija 'Bunny' Shaw named FWA Footballers of the Year for 2024, recognizing their pivotal roles in