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Will 'Canelo' Álvarez and Mbili Fight During the Fiestas Patrias? Here's What We Know

Saúl 'Canelo' Álvarez's boxing match against Christin Mbilli, originally scheduled for September 12 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, has been postponed to October 31. Canelo explained that he needed to address family issues before being ready for training. He emphasized his discipline and commitment to preparation. The Mexican boxer, who lost to Terence Crawford last September, will now face the undefeated Canadian-Cameroonian fighter Mbilli, who has a record of 29 wins, 0 losses, and 1 draw. The fight will be broadcast on DAZN's PPV channel.

Telemundo McAllen (KTLM) · Sep 12, 2026
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Premier League, Liga MX, Serie A, and Bundesliga: Get Ready to Watch These Matches Only on Telemundo

Telemundo presents another weekend packed with world-class sports across the screens of Telemundo, Universo, Peacock, the Telemundo App, and Telemundo Deportes Ahora, featuring key matchups from: Premier League, Liga MX, Serie A, Bundesliga, FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup, and Sunday Night Football. Saturday's Matches on Telemundo: 9:30 a.m. ET: Borussia Dortmund hosts Paderborn in the Bundesliga with Andrés Cantor and Omar Zerón covering the broadcast. 11:30 a.m. ET: Lazio faces AC Milan in a Serie A match with José Luis López Salido and Jorge Calvo handling the broadcast. 3:00 p.m. ET: Arsenal visits Sunderland with Luis Omar Tapia and Diego Balado leading the match coverage, alongside Carlota Vizmanos and Adriana Monsalve. Sunday's Matches on Telemundo: 11:30 a.m. ET: A Premier League showdown between Manchester United vs. Manchester City. Luis Omar Tapia and Diego Balado will provide commentary. 2:45 p.m. ET: Sassuolo takes on Juventus in a Serie A match with Andrés Cantor and Omar Zerón leading the coverage. 9:07 p.m. ET: Liga MX takes center stage with the match between Chivas vs. Pumas, narrated by José Luis López Salido with analyst Jorge Calvo. Each matchday concludes with El Pelotazo at midnight ET on Telemundo, featuring the best moments, analysis, and discussions surrounding the top stories in soccer and the NFL. Fans can follow all the action and join the conversation through @TelemundoDeportes on Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok, and YouTube using #TelemundoDeportes.

Telemundo McAllen (KTLM) · Sep 11, 2026
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Week 3: High School Football Scoreboard

ValleyCentral (KGBT) · Sep 10, 2026
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Julianna Bryant & Ema Petkovic help lead UTRGV volleyball to win in home opener

The UTRGV volleyball team secured a victory in their home opener against Texas Southern, winning in three straight sets. After a strong start, the Vaqueros faced a challenge in the second set, trailing 11-8 before coming back to tie at 26. Key plays from Carmina Tijerina and Ema Petkovic helped clinch the set. Julianna Bryant contributed significantly with nine kills and four blocks, while Petkovic led the team with 17 kills and 13 digs. Martina Franco also had a notable performance with 10 kills. The Vaqueros will not return home until September 26, with upcoming tournaments in Lubbock and Illinois.

KRGV (NBC 5) · Sep 9, 2026
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Teal Season in Texas Opens Sept. 19th

The teal hunting season in Texas starts on September 19 and lasts for nine days, marking the second consecutive year of an early season. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service reports a decline in the blue-winged teal population, estimating 3.96 million birds, an 11% drop from last year. This decrease impacts the length of the hunting season, which may be shortened in future years. Despite these challenges, biologists are optimistic about potential good weather conditions that could enhance migration and hunting success. Hunters must ensure they have the appropriate licenses and certifications before the season begins.

Texas Border Business · Sep 8, 2026
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TSC Women’s Soccer Seals Thrilling Late Win Over Northeast Texas

The Texas Southmost College women’s soccer team triumphed over Northeast Texas Community College with a 2-1 victory at TSC Scorpion Soccer Field in Brownsville. Mia Saenz opened the scoring for the Scorpions, assisted by Abril Martinez. Northeast Texas equalized shortly after, but with eight minutes left, Jessenia Ibarra netted the game-winner, also assisted by Martinez. This win followed a tough 1-0 loss to Paris Junior College the previous day. Coach Jesus Villareal praised the team's resilience and focus, highlighting their ability to compete fiercely under pressure and secure a hard-earned victory at home.

Texas Border Business · Sep 8, 2026
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UTRGV Falls 45-16 to UTSA in Historic Matchup in San Antonio

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) faced a historic challenge on Saturday, playing their first game against a Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) team, but lost to UTSA 45-16 at the Alamodome in San Antonio. In front of 33,403 fans, UTRGV started strong but fell behind 31-6 by halftime. Quarterback Garret Rangel completed 19 of 32 passes for 152 yards, while Atzel Chavez Jr. scored the team's only touchdown. The defense improved in the third quarter, limiting UTSA to 82 yards. UTRGV's next game is on September 12 against Nicholls, marking their Southland Conference debut.

Telemundo McAllen (KTLM) · Sep 8, 2026
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Week 2: High School Football Team of the Week

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — It's Week 2 of High School Football and ValleySportsCentral has nominated three high school football teams to claim the title of Team of the Week! The nominees for Week 2 are Harlingen High, Weslaco High and McAllen High. Here are some recent highlights of this week's nominees. Harlingen High Harlingen High got

ValleyCentral (KGBT) · Sep 7, 2026
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Hidalgo County judge to wear UTSA gear after Vaqueros loss

The UTRGV Vaqueros faced off against UTSA in San Antonio on Saturday, losing 45-16 in their first game against an FBS opponent. This outcome resulted in a friendly wager between Hidalgo County Judge Richard F. Cortez and Bexar County Judge Peter Sakai, where the losing judge must wear the winning school's apparel at their next meeting. Judge Cortez will don UTSA gear at the Hidalgo County Commissioners Court meeting on September 15. He congratulated UTSA on their victory and expressed pride in the Vaqueros' performance, despite the loss. This was UTRGV's second game of the season, following a 44-0 win against UT Permian Basin.

KRGV (NBC 5) · Sep 7, 2026
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UTRGV loses on the road to UTSA, 45-16

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley football program fell to UT San Antonio 45-16 Saturday night in its first on-the-road game of the 2026 season. The Vaqueros started the game with fifth-year quarterback Garret Rangel, who led UTRGV into field goal range on its opening drive. However, the field goal

ValleyCentral (KGBT) · Sep 6, 2026
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Mic'd Up: Mission Veterans Head Coach David Gilpin

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — It's Week 2 of High School Football, and the ValleySportsCentral continues to feature some high-scoring games. Thursday's game included PSJA North taking it to Mission Veterans 56-14 in a top-10 matchup. The Patriots trailed 35-0 at the Half, and did show some fight in the Third Quarter with two scores. That

ValleyCentral (KGBT) · Sep 5, 2026
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Week 2: High school football Thursday highlights

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — It’s week two of high school football in the Rio Grande Valley, and Valley Sports Central has your Thursday night highlights. Our high school football coverage continues Friday in Harlingen, where our Valley Sports Central team will be closely following our Game of the Week. Harlingen High School is taking on

ValleyCentral (KGBT) · Sep 4, 2026
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Week 2: High School Football Scoreboard

ValleyCentral (KGBT) · Sep 3, 2026
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Everything Ready for a New NFL Season with Coverage by Telemundo

Telemundo and NBC Sports are set to kick off a new and exciting NFL season in Spanish, featuring unprecedented coverage of the most anticipated games, including the NFL Kickoff Game and the debut of Sunday Night Football. The season coverage will be led by Emmy winners Miguel Gurwitz and Adriana Monsalve, along with Rolando Cantú and Diego Arrioja, who will bring fans all the excitement and analysis of the NFL. The season begins on Wednesday, September 9, with the NFL Kickoff Game between the reigning Super Bowl champions, the Seattle Seahawks, and the New England Patriots, in a rematch of the most-watched Super Bowl in Spanish-language television history, broadcast by Telemundo.

Telemundo McAllen (KTLM) · Sep 3, 2026
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A Weekend Full of Soccer on Telemundo with Premier League, Bundesliga, Serie A, and Liga MX

This weekend will be all about soccer on Telemundo. Fans of the world's most popular sport will be able to enjoy the best of English football with the Premier League, the Bundesliga, Italian football with Serie A, and Liga MX. The excitement kicks off on Saturday, September 5, with the match between Manchester City and Coventry City in a new round of the Premier League. The game featuring the current leader, Manchester City, and Coventry City, which has lost both matches played so far, will start at 9:55 AM Eastern Time and will take place at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester. The soccer action will continue on the same Saturday at 12:55 PM Eastern Time with a Bundesliga match.

Telemundo McAllen (KTLM) · Sep 3, 2026
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956 vs. 210: County judges put wardrobes on the line for UTRGV-UTSA matchup

KRGV (NBC 5) · Sep 3, 2026
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Team of the Week winner: Week 1-Raymondville Bearkats

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — After an exciting week one of high school football, the Rio Grande Valley has voted for its first team of the week of the 2026 season. The Raymondville Bearkats took home the title with 1,050 total votes, or 46% of the vote. McAllen Memorial came in second with 914 votes, or

ValleyCentral (KGBT) · Sep 3, 2026
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Athlete of the Week: Hassan Woolery

HARLINGEN, Texas (Valley Central) — Before an exciting week two of high school football unfolds, Valley Sports Central still has to pick the athlete of the week from week one. Hassan Woolery of the Harlingen Cardinals is our first athlete of the week for the 2026 season following a dominating 42-13 win over the Nikki

ValleyCentral (KGBT) · Sep 3, 2026
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Hidalgo County judge makes bet with Bexar County judge over UTRGV-UTSA football game

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The stakes are on for the highly anticipated matchup between the Vaqueros and the Roadrunners this Saturday. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley will take on the University of Texas at San Antonio at the Alamodome at 2:30 p.m. Ahead of kickoff, Hidalgo County Judge Richard Cortez announced a friendly

ValleyCentral (KGBT) · Sep 2, 2026
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McAllen Youth Athletes Bring Home 18 Medals from Games of Texas

At the 2026 Games of Texas, held from July 30 to August 2 in Bryan and College Station, 106 athletes from McAllen showcased their talents, competing against over 7,500 participants from across the state. The McAllen team earned 18 medals: six gold, eight silver, and four bronze, with 14 athletes finishing in the top eight of their events. The event, organized by the Texas Amateur Athletic Federation, aims to foster confidence and healthy lifestyles among youth. City Manager Isaac J. Tawil praised the athletes for their hard work and dedication, highlighting the city's commitment to supporting local youth through sports programs.

Texas Border Business · Sep 2, 2026