Soccer

Anthony Adams, who grew up in Dundalk and graduated from Calvert Hall, takes over the UMBC men's soccer program after serving as an assistant under longtime coach Pete Caringi Jr. His players say he is prepared.

Former Baltimore Blast General Manager Gianni Tumminello was charged with six counts of theft in Baltimore County Wednesday afternoon.

Nobody beats Sweden on the rebound from a Women’s World Cup semifinal loss. Not even the tournament hosts.

England moved on to its first Women’s World Cup championship game with a 3-1 victory over co-host Australia on Wednesday, ending the Matildas captivating run through the tournament.

Two-time champion Germany failed to reach the knockout stage for the first time ever at the Women’s World Cup after being held to a 1-1 draw by South Korea in a tense group finale.

Two-time reigning champions United States came an inch short of Women’s World Cup elimination, but Portugal’s late near-miss helped the Americans avoid the biggest upset in tournament history.

Messi scored twice and had an assist in his first start for Miami, bringing his total to three goals in two games.

Lionel Messi made an unforgettable debut for Inter Miami, scoring on a free kick from about 25 yards in the 94th minute for a 2-1 win against Mexican club Cruz Azul on Friday in the Leagues Cup.