FIFPRO warned of a growing pattern of racist abuse at the 2026 World Cup and urged FIFA, platforms and authorities to move beyond monitoring to real consequences.

Florida is reportedly trading Evan Rodrigues and Jesper Boqvist for Jacob Markstrom, a move that would settle the Panthers’ goalie plans before free agency opens.

Pike High alum Ryan Conwell was taken 37th overall and had his draft rights traded to the Miami Heat. The Louisville senior averaged 18.8 points and projects as a floor‑spacing guard.

Marlins ace Sandy Alcantara passed Ricky Nolasco for the franchise strikeout lead with his 1,002nd K at loanDepot Park, cementing another chapter in Miami baseball history.

Daniel Muñoz's 76th‑minute, deflected strike beat DR Congo 1‑0 in Zapopan and sent Colombia into the World Cup Round of 32. Colombia now heads to Miami to face Portugal.

Four World Cup group matches land across North America on June 23 while Miami's Fan Festival at Bayfront Park runs noon–1 a.m. for live broadcasts, music and food.

Seattle traded draft picks to land 23-year-old Mackie Samoskevich from the Florida Panthers, adding a young, speedy winger with Cup experience. The move is the Kraken’s first offseason trade.

Miami FC goalkeeper Eloy Room made 15 saves to hold Ecuador to a 0-0 draw, earning Curaçao its first World Cup point and setting a record.

A three-day youth tournament at the Broward County Convention Center is expected to draw tens of thousands and could snarl traffic across the area.

Four World Cup group games land on Thursday and Bayfront Park will host Miami's official fan festival with big screens, music and food. Expect lines and transit tips.

Tickets are on sale for the 2026 Orange Blossom Classic as FAMU faces South Carolina State at Hard Rock Stadium on Sept. 6. Fan events, volunteer and vendor signups are open.

A Somali referee picked for the 2026 World Cup was denied entry at Miami airport and returned to Turkey, sparking visa and vetting concerns days before kickoff.

WPLG Local 10 will air all non-nationally televised Heat games and stream extras on Local10+ Platinum, expanding free access to about 5.8 million viewers in South Florida.