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Santa Clara is rolling out a multi-week security and traffic plan around Levi’s Stadium, with road closures and restricted zones expanding before Super Bowl LX on Feb. 8, 2026.
The NBA postponed a Minnesota Timberwolves–Golden State Warriors game in Minneapolis, citing safety concerns after the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by a federal officer and the protests that followed near downtown.
The NBA postponed the Timberwolves-Warriors game in Minneapolis after a fatal shooting by a federal officer sparked large protests and security concerns. The rescheduling highlights how public safety events can disrupt major sports calendars with little warning.
New England visits top-seeded Denver in the AFC Championship, with kickoff Sunday afternoon and both teams’ seasons on the line.
The U.S. women’s national team began its 2026 campaign by routing Paraguay 6–0 in a friendly in Carson, California. A debut goal, a second-half surge and standout performances from emerging attackers offered an early snapshot of the squad’s direction this year.
The U.S. women opened their 2026 schedule with a lopsided friendly win over Paraguay in Carson, California, featuring goals from a mix of newcomers and established stars and a notable captaincy moment for Trinity Rodman.
The New England Patriots face the Denver Broncos in the AFC Championship on Sunday, with kickoff in the late afternoon as the league crowns its conference winners and sets the Super Bowl matchup.
Sunday’s slate includes NFL conference championship games alongside NBA, NHL, college basketball, and major events like the Australian Open and the Rolex 24 at Daytona. Weather disruptions in parts of the U.S. are also influencing travel and scheduling decisions across sports.
The Seahawks and Rams meet Sunday in Seattle with a trip to the Super Bowl on the line. It’s the third matchup between NFC West rivals this season, with each team having won at home during the regular season.
Seattle hosts Los Angeles in the NFC Championship Game on Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026, with a Super Bowl berth on the line. Broadcast details include a national FOX telecast and multiple streaming options, according to Field Gulls.
New England faces Denver in the AFC Championship, boosting its offense by activating receiver Mack Hollins from injured reserve as the teams fight for a Super Bowl berth.
The U.S. women’s national team started the year with a decisive win, featuring goals from emerging players and a high-profile return for Trinity Rodman.