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Lens has transformed from surprise package to genuine title threat to PSG in Ligue 1
By Canadian Press on March 12th, 2026
PARIS (AP) — With nine rounds remaining in Ligue 1, Paris Saint-Germain still has not managed to shake off Lens in the title race. Lens has gone from surprise frontrunner to genuine challenger and, with PSG not playing this weekend, coach Pierre Sage’s side can move two points ahead at the top with a win ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Milan Cortina leaders defend actions after Ukraine’s pressure allegations at Paralympics
By Canadian Press on March 12th, 2026
CORTINA D’AMPEZZO, Italy (AP) — Local organizers of the Milan Cortina Paralympics defended their actions after Ukraine’s Paralympic committee accused them and the International Paralympic Committee of subjecting Ukraine athletes and coaches to “systematic pressure.” The Milan Cortina organizing committee said on Thursday it reviewed the issues raised by Ukraine and explained its decisions. Ukraine ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!In The Rings: World Curling chief likes the idea of embedded technology in the sport
By Canadian Press on March 12th, 2026
World Curling president Beau Welling’s sporting roots took hold on the golf course. He envisions a day when the Roaring Game follows the broadcast lead of its summer sport cousin. “Personally I like the idea of more embedded technology into either the stone itself or the scanning of stones,” Welling said. “The other benefit from ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bracket Watch: Indiana’s chances dip after being ousted by Northwestern in the Big Ten Tournament
By Canadian Press on March 12th, 2026
Indiana’s transition to a football school might now be complete. The Hoosiers lost to lowly Northwestern on Wednesday in the Big Ten Tournament, and that may be enough to keep them out of the NCAA Tournament. Indiana was a bubble team to begin with before losing to the 15th-seeded team in its conference. The Indiana ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Aston Villa has captain McGinn back to face Lille in Europa League last 16
By Canadian Press on March 12th, 2026
LILLE, France (AP) — Aston Villa travelled to Lille to kick off the Europa League round of 16 on Thursday boosted by the return from injury of captain John McGinn. McGinn was absent for seven weeks since a knee injury in a Premier League loss to Everton in January. “It’s massive to have him back,” ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tottenham’s Premier League position is damning and so are the numbers
By Canadian Press on March 12th, 2026
Tottenham ‘s position in the Premier League is increasingly concerning. So are the numbers. Check out these stats: — Six straight losses in all competitions. That’s never happened in the club’s nearly 144-year history. — Eleven matches without a win in the Premier League. That’s a first at Tottenham, too. — Four losses in Igor ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Montreal Canadiens goaltender Jacob Fowler quickly finds his form after call-up
By Canadian Press on March 12th, 2026
OTTAWA — Martin St. Louis may have tough decisions ahead. The Montreal Canadiens coach raised eyebrows when he announced Jacob Fowler would start Wednesday against the Ottawa Senators. The 21-year-old was instrumental, however, in Montreal’s 3-2 victory with 32 saves. After his recall from the American Hockey League’s Laval Rocket, Fowler was in Ottawa ahead ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bayern faces a tough Leverkusen test in Bundesliga after a 6-1 win and injury concerns
By Canadian Press on March 12th, 2026
DUESSELDORF, Germany (AP) — Bayern Munich is heading to Bayern Leverkusen in the Bundesliga after contrasting Champions League games in midweek for the two clubs. Bayern was on rampant form in a 6-1 win at Atalanta overshadowed by injuries in the first leg of their round of 16 matchup, while Leverkusen had to settle for ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Verstappen sees ‘a jungle’ in F1 but still hopes for ‘simple solutions’
By Canadian Press on March 12th, 2026
SHANGHAI (AP) — Max Verstappen’s blunt assessment: “It’s a jungle” in Formula 1. The four-time F1 world champion isn’t a fan of the new 2026 technical regulations, despite working his way up from No. 20 on the grid to place sixth at the season-opening Australian Grand Prix last weekend. Verstappen predicted his Red Bull probably ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Brickner, Idaho beat Montana for Big Sky Conference title, clinch 1st NCAA berth since 1990
By Canadian Press on March 12th, 2026
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Isaiah Brickner had 23 points and 10 rebounds — his first double-double of the season — and Brody Rowbury scored 12 points to help seventh-seeded Idaho beat No. 4 seed Montana 77-66 on Wednesday night to win the Big Sky Conference Tournament and clinch a berth in the NCAA Tournament for ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Scores and schedule for Wednesday, March 11, 2026
By Canadian Press on March 11th, 2026
Wednesday’s Scoreboard NHL Montreal 3 Ottawa 2 Philadelphia 4 Washington 1 — AHL Providence 3, Springfield 2 Cleveland 3, Hartford 2 Toronto 5, Syracuse 1 Utica 4, Rochester 1 Iowa 4, Chicago 2 Milwaukee 2, Rockford 1 Henderson 7, Tucson 6 San Jose 4, San Diego 1 Colorado 4 Ontario 3 (SO) Abbotsford 4 Manitoba ... Read More »
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