
The Vanishing Samba: How Brazil’s Football Identity Is Fading
From the rhythm of samba to the roar of European stadiums, the author traces the forces that have reshaped Brazilian football.
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From the rhythm of samba to the roar of European stadiums, the author traces the forces that have reshaped Brazilian football.

Dr. Suzanne Huurman makes history at the 2026 World Cup, leading Curacao’s medical team while advocating for flexible work policies and a future where women are fully represented in football’s highest echelons.

France and Argentina top the re‑ranked standings after decisive wins, while the United States, Morocco and Mexico make early knockout statements. Spain's goalless stalemate and Brazil's return to form add further intrigue.

From MLS to Europe, the players who will wear the US jersey in 2026 are spread across top leagues, while the tournament expands to 48 teams and 104 matches, with the final set for July 19 at MetLife Stadium.

A look at the professional clubs fielding the United States men’s national team, the new competition format and the venues that will host the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Team USA prepares for its first World Cup match against Paraguay in Los Angeles on June 12, featuring a roster that mixes seasoned internationals with emerging stars.

The first 48‑team World Cup will be staged across three nations, with the United States, Mexico and Canada sharing the spotlight. As Spain, France and England headline the list of favorites, the U.S. team, featuring stars like Christian Pulisic and Weston McKennie, aims for a quarterfinal breakthrough.

A detailed complaint accuses Real Salt Lake, the United Soccer League, the US Soccer Federation and Major League Soccer of failing to protect a teenage player from severe hazing and sexual abuse, resulting in PTSD and a lost career.

The U.S. Under-17 Men’s National Team will hold a training camp in Natal, Brazil, from June 1‑11, featuring a 20‑player roster that blends domestic and European talent, and will face Brazil in two friendly matches at the historic Arena das Dunas.
The USA TODAY Network’s latest honor roll celebrates ten girls soccer players from Northeast Florida, highlighting their high school dominance, college achievements, and professional breakthroughs as part of a broader salute to the nation’s top 250 sports figures.

A look at the key players, tactical questions, and the goalkeeper conundrum facing the USMNT as they finalize a 26‑man roster for the 2026 World Cup.

The roster was revealed during a televised ceremony in New York, highlighting returning injured players, notable omissions, and the blend of experience and youthful talent heading into the group stage.

The United States will open its World Cup campaign on June 12 at SoFi Stadium against Paraguay, fielding a 26-player squad that mixes 13 returnees with 13 debutants.

The United States has announced a 26‑player squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, featuring emerging talents and seasoned veterans, setting the stage for a historic campaign.

With the 2026 World Cup roster set to be announced in New York, eight forwards are under consideration, each bringing distinct credentials that could shape the United States’ attack.