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Ignacio Cervantes

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Ignacio Cervantes is a freelance sports reporter based in Southern California. His love for sports turned into a love for reporting which has taken him to cover MLS Cup finals, CIF State finals, and numerous high school sporting events. Ignacio also contributes to the high school sports departments at Southern California News Group newspapers the Daily Breeze and the Press-Telegram.

France's grim attack must improve to reach the Euro final

In the history of the European Championship, no team in the semifinal has gotten there without scoring a goal from open play — until now.

Watch: Mikel Merino lifts Spain past Germany in Euro quarterfinals

Mikel Merino needed just 29 minutes to put his stamp on the UEFA Euro 2024 quarterfinals. The substitute midfielder's power header lifted Spain to a 2-1 victory over Germany with just 68 seconds remaining in extra time.

Kobbie Mainoo makes England's starting 11 against Slovakia

England manager Gareth Southgate's starting 11 against Slovakia in the UEFA Euro 2024 Round of 16 match has been announced, and 19-year-old Kobbie Mainoo will be making his first major tournament start for the Three Lions.

Angels walk off against Tigers, Ron Washington earns 700th career win

The Angels came calling this offseason and the 72-year-old manager is in charge of curating a young ball club into one that can fulfill the later years of franchise outfielder Mike Trout.

Watch: Ruben Vargas' fantastic strike helps Swiss eliminate reigning champions

Ruben Vargas wasted no time doubling Switzerland's 1-0 halftime lead.

10 players to watch in Euro 2024 knockout phase

The UEFA Euro 2024 group stage has concluded, and on Saturday, the stakes will increase with the beginning of the knockout rounds. Now is the time for the stars to shine, so let's take a look at 10 must-watch players.

Six players to watch at the 2024 Euros

The UEFA European Football Championship kicks off on Friday. Here are six players to watch as one of the most prestigious tournaments in the sport gets underway.

Report: Liverpool FC, Feyenoord agree to terms for Arne Slot

Liverpool FC is on the verge of naming a new manager.

Aston Villa is England's only competitor in European competitions

There's one English Premier League team remaining in European competitions, and its Aston Villa.