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The Latest: Expert panel praises Belgium’s tactical approach

MOSCOW (AP) The Latest on Thursday at the World Cup (all times local):

Van Basten urges Neymar to cut out theatrics

MOSCOW (AP) FIFA’s technical director Marco van Basten says Neymar needs to cut down on theatrics after the Brazil star became a butt of jokes worldwide.

30-love Wimbledon semifinals: Nadal-Djokovic, Isner-Anderson

LONDON (AP) After so much speculation about a possible Wimbledon final between Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal, 10 years after their last, the tennis world instead will get a semifinal featuring another outstanding rivalry: Nadal vs. Novak Djokovic.

The Latest: Ostapenko in Wimbledon semifinal debut vs Kerber

LONDON (AP) The Latest from Wimbledon (all times local):

India makes England bat in ODI opener

NOTTINGHAM, England (AP) India opted for the chase on Thursday after winning the toss at Trent Bridge and choosing to bowl against top-ranked England in the first of three one-day cricket internationals.

Williams looks to extend Slam finals streak at Wimbledon

LONDON (AP) Serena Williams will attempt to reach a Grand Slam final for the 12th straight season as she faces Julia Goerges in the Wimbledon semifinals on Thursday.

Japan midfielder Inui gets embassy introduction

TOKYO (AP) Japan midfielder Takashi Inui was introduced by La Liga team Real Betis at the Spanish Embassy in Tokyo on Thursday after impressing at the World Cup.

Croatia president celebrates World Cup win at NATO summit

BRUSSELS (AP) It has been a successful NATO summit for Croatia President Kolinda Grabar-Kitarovic. The World Cup took care of that.

Jets safety turning tragedy into motivation

The unexpected death of Brandon Bryant’s father altered his course at Mississippi State, one that nearly knocked him from his NFL dream.

Giants, Redskins make picks and here are their 2018 NFL supplemental draft grades

New York bolstered its secondary with a hefty third-round price while Washington is counting that maturity will help its new rookie realize his upside.

The top 5 players the Cowboys regret passing on in 2013 draft, including an elite running back

The Cowboys, like everyone else, live with regret. We take a look at the players they probably wish they hadn’t passed on in recent drafts. Here is the 2013 edition of lament: 5. Latavius Murray, RB — Central Florida Drafted 181st overall by Oakland Raiders The Cowboys took Joseph Randle _ remember

2018 Fantasy Football Draft Prep: Rankings, projections, and expectations for all 32 NFL teams

Look, we get it: It’s a long offseason. There’s a lot of player movement. It’s hard to keep up with everything, and you’ve got catch up before your draft. This is the place to start. Our Fantasy football expert Heath Cummings took the time this offseason to put together everything you

Roob’s 10 observations: Missing Lehigh, Sidney Jones, Doug Pederson’s wins

What I miss about Lehigh, what player I’m most excited to see at training camp, the brilliance of Jake Elliott, a crazy Keith Byars stat and honoring the worst Eagles team of the last 50 years. By Reuben Frank

Padres roll dice with Ross versus Dodgers (Jul 12, 2018)

SAN DIEGO — For the Los Angeles Dodgers, Thursday night’s series finale against the Padres at Petco Park is a golden opportunity to claim a third win in the four-game series.

Pacquiao predicts action-filled fight against Matthysse

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) Filipino boxing icon Manny Pacquiao says he is prepared for an action-packed fight against aggressive Argentinian Lucas Matthysse in Sunday’s world title bout.

WATCH: Colon throws a CUTTER to Martinez; Robs Bradley of a hit | Rangers at Red Sox

Who are the participants in the 2018 Home Run Derby

HIGHLIGHTS: 90 in 90: Croatia vs. England | 2018 FIFA World Cup™ Highlights

90 in 90: Croatia vs. England | 2018 FIFA World Cup™ Highlights

WATCH: Rougie does the splits, gets the OUT call | Rangers at Red Sox

2018 Home Run Derby Participants

Who are the participants in the 2018 Home Run Derby

Gonzalez goes 7, Freitas homers as Mariners top Angels 3-0

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) Marco Gonzalez pitched seven sharp innings, David Freitas hit his first major league home run and the Seattle Mariners defeated the Los Angeles Angels 3-0 on Wednesday night.

Mets brace for Scherzer, Nationals (Jul 12, 2018)

NEW YORK — New York Mets manager Mickey Callaway said he thinks his ace pitcher, Jacob deGrom, should start for the National League in next week’s All-Star Game.

D-backs look to rebound after getting blasted by Rockies (Jul 12, 2018)

DENVER — Arizona left-hander Robbie Ray hopes the step forward he took in a bullpen session Tuesday will carry over to his start Thursday in the rubber game between the Diamondbacks and Colorado Rockies.

Astros. sans Giles, host Athletics (Jul 12, 2018)

HOUSTON — The Astros on Wednesday demoted deposed closer Ken Giles to Triple-A Fresno following yet another blowup, both on the mound and off of it, in the ninth inning Tuesday.

Starlin Castro: “We keep it strong and then we win the game”

Miami Marlins infielder Starlin Castro chats with Craig Minervini about his walk-off win against the Milwaukee Brewers Wednesday night.

Indians' offense erupts for 19 runs in blowout win over Reds

Carlos Carrasco tallied his 1,000th career strikeout while Adam Plutko pitched four innings for his first Major League save.

Sri Lanka wins toss, bats 1st vs South Africa in 1st test

GALLE, Sri Lanka (AP) Sri Lanka won the toss and decided to bat first in the first cricket test against South Africa at the Galle International Stadium on Thursday.

Brewers Final Pitch: Pair of extra-inning losses stings bullpen

Two extra-inning losses were tough on Milwaukee’s bullpen as a five-game series against Pittsburgh awaits the Brewers.

‘Gross’: Ex-athletes recall lewd atmosphere at Ohio State

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) It was no secret that a team doctor now being investigated for sexually abusing male athletes decades ago at Ohio State University liked to linger in the showers alongside those athletes. But he wasn’t the only one leering at young men inside the campus recreation center where many teams practiced and university employees exercised.

Toronto's Happ gets chance to slow down Red Sox train (Jul 12, 2018)

BOSTON — David Price spent the end of the 2015 season going 9-1 and helping the Toronto Blue Jays make it to the postseason.