L.A. Times - Sports

The league is on the alert regarding head injuries, but nobody is sure why there are more concussions this season than previously.

U.S. players hope goals scored in front of a record-setting crowd is the start of fulfilling their obligation of elevating the sport during the tournament.

As World Cup matches are played in L.A., the holocaust museum unveils an exhibition that explores how World War II upheaval altered global soccer.

Everything you need to know to watch and follow the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including start times and TV and streaming information for every game.

As Iran's team prepares for its World Cup opener Monday at SoFi, L.A. Iranians argue among themselves, as some seek unity through sport.

Dodgers manager still might pick Shohei Ohtani to start the All-Star Game for the National League despite Yoshinobu Yamamoto's sustained brilliance.

Shohei Ohtani talks about his return, which included a leadoff homer and three walks, after sitting out one game because of soreness in his left knee.

Yoshinobu Yamamoto pitches a perfect game into the eighth inning and loses a no-hit bid in the ninth during the Dodgers' win over the Chicago White Sox.

U.S. soccer pushed aside negativity and delivered an amazing World Cup win over Paraguay at rowdy SoFi Stadium Friday, a critical moment to wow fans.

Readers of the Los Angeles Times Sports section share their thoughts on Caitlin Clark, the Dodgers' gay pride effort, gambling and the NBA Finals.

This weekend's two-day meet serves as an important check point for track and field's hope to break out of the four-year popularity cycle.

Photos from the United States' 4-1 victory over Paraguay in World Cup Group D play at Los Angeles Stadium (SoFi Stadium) on Friday.

Fans cheered on the field of the Coliseum while watching the U.S. rout Paraguay in their World Cup opener on video screens.

Christian Pulisic sets up two goals and Folarin Balogun scores twice behind an impressive offensive showcase by the U.S. in a 4-1 World Cup win over Paraguay.

The first four games of the showdown between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs is the most watched NBA Finals since 1998.