The 2025 Gold Cup features the US men's national team and Mexico on track for a likely final clash, with predictions favoring Mexico to beat Canada in the final. The USMNT, after a perfect group stage, faces Costa Rica in the quarterfinals, while Mexico is expected to advance past Panama. Semifinal matchups could be challenging, especially for the US, but both favorites are predicted to reach the final in Houston on July 6.
The U.S. women’s national soccer team secured a spot in the W Gold Cup knockout round with a 4-0 win over Argentina, thanks to Jaedyn Shaw's brace and goals from Alex Morgan and Lindsey Horan. The victory sets up an anticipated matchup against Mexico, with the U.S. aiming to secure the top-seeded spot in the quarterfinals. Despite some technical difficulties during the broadcast, the U.S. team showcased a heavily rotated starting lineup and a new formation, demonstrating the depth and potential of its young roster.
The quarterfinal matchups for the NBA's in-season tournament have been set, with the Indiana Pacers hosting the Boston Celtics and the New Orleans Pelicans traveling to face the Sacramento Kings on Monday. On Tuesday, the New York Knicks will play at the Milwaukee Bucks, while the Phoenix Suns take on the Los Angeles Lakers. The winners of these games will advance to the semifinals on December 7th, with the championship game scheduled for December 9th. Additionally, the NBA released the schedule for the other 22 teams participating in the tournament.
The NBA's in-season tournament is nearing the knockout round, with six of the eight spots still up for grabs. Several teams have already been eliminated, while others are fighting for their chance to advance. The Lakers and Pacers have secured their spots, while the remaining teams are vying for the remaining six slots. The Bucks, Heat, Knicks, Magic, Rockets, Timberwolves, Kings, and Warriors are among the teams still in contention. The wild card spots are also up for grabs, with the Knicks and Suns currently in the lead. The tournament games on Tuesday will determine the final standings and the teams that will advance to the knockout rounds.
The U.S. Under-17 Men's Youth National Team defeated Burkina Faso 2-1 in their second match of the 2023 FIFA U-17 World Cup, securing a spot in the Round of 16. Keyrol Figueroa and Nimfasha Berchimas scored late in the first half to lift the USA to victory. The team will now face France in their final group stage match to determine the top spot in Group E.
The Knockout Round of The Voice season 24 featured emotional performances from contestants Alexa Wildish, Lennon VanderDoes, and Julia Roome, leaving the coaches in tears. Niall Horan, serving as coach, struggled to make a decision but ultimately chose Alexa as the winner. However, a twist at the end of the episode suggests that some eliminated singers may have a chance to return. Gwen Stefani, who was also moved to tears, expressed her enjoyment of being on the show without her husband Blake Shelton. The Voice airs on NBC.
The U.S. Women's Soccer Team narrowly advanced to the World Cup knockout round after a goalless draw against Portugal in their final group-stage game. Finishing second in Group E, the team now faces a tough challenge against Sweden, the winner of Group G, in the next round.
The U.S. Women's National Team secured a spot in the knockout round of the 2023 World Cup with a 0-0 draw against Portugal. They will face the winner of Group G, likely old rival Sweden, in the Round of 16. If they advance, they could potentially have a rematch with the Netherlands in the quarterfinals.
The women's World Cup knockout-round bracket is starting to take shape, with Group A finishing play and Switzerland finishing first, while Norway took second. Japan and Spain have already secured their spots in the knockout round from Group C, while Group B remains complicated with Canada, Nigeria, and Australia vying for advancement. The United States will determine its fate in the final group-stage match against Portugal, with the Netherlands also in contention. Group D is a complicated mess, with England in the best position.
Sweden dominates Italy in their Group G match at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup, scoring four goals to secure their spot in the knockout round. Amanda Ilestedt and Stina Blackstenius both scored goals for Sweden, with Ilestedt netting her third header goal of the tournament. Sweden's strong performance puts them at the top of the group standings, while Italy is close behind.
As the group stage of the 2023 World Cup progresses, the knockout round picture becomes clearer. Teams like the United States, Canada, and Brazil are in good positions to advance, while others like Norway and Australia face the risk of elimination. Spain and Japan have already secured their spots in the Round of 16. The USWNT must avoid defeat against Portugal to avoid an early exit, while Brazil's match against France will likely decide the group winner. Sweden, Germany, and Colombia are also in contention for the knockout stage.
