Deschamps: Mask could affect Mbappé Madrid bow

France coach Didier Deschamps has said Kylian Mbappé will “have to get used to” playing with a mask, suggesting the Real Madrid forward might have to do so “for a couple more weeks, or maybe months.”     Read More  

Netherlands hit train snag en route to semifinal

The Netherlands’ preparations for their match against England in the Euro 2024 semifinals were disrupted Tuesday when they had to rearrange travel plans to host city Dortmund because of a “blockage” on a train line.     Read More  

Hayes focused on Olympics, not equal pay talk

U.S. women’s coach Emma Hayes sidestepped a question on whether she should get a raise if a high-priced star such as Jürgen Klopp is hired to replace Gregg Berhalter with the American men.     Read More