Accusations of Abuse Shake U.S. Women’s Soccer League

Paul Riley became the third N.W.S.L. coach fired for misconduct since August. All were men, leading prominent women’s players to demand action, and protection.

U.S. Soccer Ties World Cup Prize Money to Equal Pay Fight

Seeking a new way out of a costly legal battle, U.S. Soccer’s president asked the men’s and women’s teams to enter collective negotiations on equalizing World Cup bonuses.

A Gay N.F.L. Player Broke a Barrier. Will Other L.G.B.T.Q. Athletes Follow?

The number of publicly out athletes in men’s biggest pro leagues lags far behind that in women’s sports. Will Carl Nassib’s announcement change that?