Tampa Bay Rowdies stadium packed for World Cup watch party

A high-energy World Cup run ended in heartbreak Monday night as the U.S. men's national team fell 4-1 to Belgium, wrapping up an emotional evening for hundreds of fans at Al Lang Stadium.

Rays return home
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The Tampa Bay Rays are playing in the second to last series before the All Start break hits. FOX 13’s Sean Barie reports. 

Kerr Kriisa, former NCAA basketball star, arrested for alleged fraud scheme

Former college basketball player Kerr Kriisa has been accused of fraudulently obtaining nearly $2.2 million from two victims. Here's what to know.

The FIFA rule that allowed Balogun to play despite red card

U.S. striker Folarin Balogun will be available for the team’s Monday World Cup match against Belgium after FIFA suspended his automatic one-game ban—originally issued after a controversial red card in the Round of 32.

Chess federation suspends Kramnik for public cheating allegations against Daniel Naroditsky

The International Chess Federation (FIDE) has suspended former world champion Vladimir Kramnik for at least one year after determining that he repeatedly made unsubstantiated public allegations of cheating against several players.

FIFA makes final ruling on US soccer star Folarin Balogun's controversial red card suspension

The United States Men's National Team is coming off of a massive victory on Wednesday night over Bosnia and Herzegovina, but there is a big cloud hanging over them for the next match against Belgium.

Rams legend LeRoy Irvin, 2-time All-Pro cornerback, dead at 68

Los Angeles Rams cornerback Leroy Irvin was named first-team All-Pro in 1981 after recording three interceptions, two forced fumbles and three fumble recoveries in 16 NFL games.

Fans file lawsuit against StubHub over World Cup ticket cancellations

StubHub is facing a lawsuit from fans who are accusing the online ticket marketplace of not fulfilling their ticket request to attend the World Cup.

France-Paraguay set to be hottest World Cup match yet

Weather forecasters predict this weekend’s World Cup knockout round clash between France and Paraguay in Philadelphia could be the hottest match of the 2026 tournament so far.

Big Dogs Gotta Eat: Joey Chestnut
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The world‘s foremost, eating expert and undisputed champ, Joey Chestnut visits the studio. Plus, Chris and Scott discuss the hot topics in sports and we wrap it up with a test U.S. trivia.  

St. Petersburg spring training history: How the Grapefruit League was born

The historic legacy of Florida spring training continues to thrive as millions of fans gather to watch baseball games under the sunshine. The warm weather tradition originally traced back to local leaders who envisioned a tropical haven for players to prepare for the season. 

 Cabo Verde’s World Cup dreams continue
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Cabo Verde extended their stay in the Bay Area an extra week after advancing out of the group stage in their debut of World Cup action as they turn their attention to trying to topple the defending World Cup champs. FOX 13’s Sean Barie reports. 

Unique USF stadium view ahead of 2027 open
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The days continue to countdown until the USF football team moves into its on-campus stadium in 2027. But now, the USF  athletic department has found an innovative way to drum up some interest and some possible ticket sales for the new stadium. FOX 13's Sean Barie reports. 

Former NFL star Chris Johnson says he's been diagnosed with ALS

Ex-NFL star Chris Johnson, the 2009 Offensive Player of the Year, said he started noticing weakness in his right hand before the disease accelerated.

30-in-30 Episode 1
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30 minutes covering the absolute top 30 World Cup moments.

Detroit Lions player denied bond in connection with armed robbery, kidnapping case in Tampa

Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold appeared before a judge in Hillsborough County Thursday afternoon, after he was taken into custody in connection with an armed robbery and kidnapping in Tampa.