Celtics HC Mazzulla: Guardiola career a ‘roadmap’ Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla has talked up the similarities between his coaching journey and that of Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola, saying he used the Catalan coach’s career as a “roadmap.”

De Bruyne: City success not fully appreciated yet Kevin De Bruyne has said he believes Manchester City’s achievements will only be fully appreciated in the future as they continue to endure an inconsistent campaign.

Jays GM: ‘Desire is strong’ to extend Vlad Jr. Blue Jays GM Ross Atkins said “the desire is strong” to reach a long-term deal with Vladimir Guerrero Jr., who said he won’t negotiate after he reports next week.

Watkins lights up No. 1 UCLA, carries USC in upset In a sensational, do-it-all performance, JuJu Watkins had 38 points, 11 rebounds, 5 assists and 8 blocks to lead No. 6 USC to a 71-60 upset over No. 1 UCLA.

The Arch Manning takeover, Carson Beck in Miami: Everything we’re excited for in 2025 Our reporters preview the 2025 season and break down everything they’re excited to watch.

Is Justin Jefferson so elite he can lead them to a Super Bowl? The Eagles just rode a running back to a title. Can Minnesota replicate that with a pass catcher like Jefferson?

Buffalo Bandits, eyeing third straight title, match up with Toronto Rock Although a three-peat would be historic, Buffalo’s Scott Loffler says “our focus is on winning the next game.” That game is Friday against Toronto.

Moyes ‘feels’ for Slot: Young manager’s mistake Everton manager David Moyes has said he understands Arne Slot’s reaction to the choatic ending of Wednesday’s Merseyside derby that saw the Liverpool boss sent off.

Slot on derby red card: Emotions got better of me Liverpool boss Arne Slot has admitted he regrets his behaviour that saw him sent off after the final whistle of Wednesday’s Merseyside derby, saying he would “do it differently” next time.

Arteta issues rallying cry after Havertz injury Mikel Arteta has described Kai Havertz’s hamstring injury as “an accident waiting to happen” and issued a rallying cry to his players to show “what you’re made of” in his absence.

Ronaldo tops sport rich list, no women in top 100 Cristiano Ronaldo again topped the list of the world’s highest-paid athletes with total income of $260 million in 2024, according to sports industry news site Sportico.

USL plans to start league that would rival MLS The United Soccer League confirmed plans to launch a Division One men’s professional league in 2027 defined by the sanctioning standards of the U.S. Soccer Federation, rivaling Major League Soccer.

Rovers’ Noonan, 16, sets European mark in debut The 16-year-old forward became the second-youngest goalscorer in European club competition, and the youngest ever in Conference League play when he netted the winner for Rovers in a 1-0 first-leg playoff victory over Molde.

Sources: Qatar cooling investment in France, PSG Qatar’s investment vehicles are cooling their interests in France, sources have told ESPN, including the majority owners of Paris Saint-Germain.

Havertz out for season as Arsenal confirm surgery Arsenal have confirmed that Kai Havertz has been ruled out for the rest of the season after suffering a hamstring injury during the club’s midseason training break in Dubai.

Draymond lauds Butler as a ‘franchise changer’ Warriors forward Draymond Green called newly acquired Jimmy Butler a “franchise changer” after the team’s 105-98 win over the Rockets on Thursday.

Castroneves turns to provisional for Daytona 500 Helio Castroneves was involved in an early accident during Thursday night qualifying but will race in the Daytona 500 under a new rule that allows for a “world-class driver” to make the field.

Watkins dazzles as USC takes down No. 1 UCLA JuJu Watkins had 38 points and USC stormed back in the fourth quarter to defeat hand No. 1 UCLA its first loss of the season Thursday night.

Sources: Mavs C Gafford to miss at least 6 weeks Daniel Gafford will miss at least six weeks with a Grade 3 MCL sprain, joining the Mavs’ big men set to be out for an extended period after the All-Star break, sources told ESPN.

Tkachuk brothers power U.S. to rout over Finland Brady and Matthew Tkachuk each scored twice, and the brothers had a handful of big hits to help the United States beat Finland 6-1 on Thursday night in each team’s opening game at the 4 Nations Face-Off.