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The world's oldest known soccer ball, dating to around 1550, is on display in Miami during the FIFA World Cup, offering a tangible connection between Scotland’s early football heritage and the modern tournament.
Evan Haas, a senior at Worcester Polytechnic Institute, has been named to the 2025 United Soccer Coaches NCAA Division III Men's Scholar All-East Region Second Team, recognizing his academic and athletic achievements.
The 23rd FIFA World Cup is underway, marking a historic shift as the tournament expands to 48 national sides for the first time, with host nations delivering sold‑out venues and the U.S. already securing its spot in the round of 32.
The NCAA Division I Cabinet has declined a proposal to extend the men's soccer season into two academic terms, but the debate over scheduling and student‑athlete welfare continues.
During a World Cup match in Miami, Bronny James praised Neymar as his greatest soccer player, while the Brazilian forward returned from injury to help Brazil defeat Scotland 3‑0 and secure a knockout‑stage spot.
The 1994 FIFA World Cup, staged in part at Stanford Stadium, turned soccer into a mainstream American pastime and set the stage for today’s soaring ticket prices.
UMass women's soccer reveals its 2026 regular‑season slate, featuring nine home matches at Rudd Field, two exhibition games, and a road trip that spans the Northeast and Midwest.
Recent fan chants during a Mexico‑Czechia match have reignited debates over FIFA’s ability to enforce anti‑discrimination rules, especially as the country gears up to co‑host the 2026 World Cup.
Two border collies, Ben and Sally, work twice daily to clear Canada geese from a FIFA World Cup training ground in Toronto, protecting the turf and ensuring safety for athletes.
The University of North Florida announced its 2026 men's soccer schedule, featuring 18 matches split evenly between home and away games, marquee opponents, and a path toward another ASUN title.
An investigation reveals how Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps manipulates national football, threatens players, and exploits the sport for propaganda, prompting U.S. visa restrictions.
High‑profile athletes have invested in Oklahoma City’s future USL Championship club, with a new multipurpose stadium rising downtown as part of a broader entertainment and education redevelopment.
From a championship‑winning teenager to a global icon, Kylian Mbappé's off‑field investments reveal a career in full bloom, with high‑profile homes in Paris and Madrid reflecting his rising stature.
From his Survivor victory to his new travel series, Ethan Zohn uses soccer to connect diverse American communities, documenting the sport’s cultural impact across the nation.
At 39, Lionel Messi remains the leading scorer in his sixth World Cup, a testament to his enduring brilliance and the remarkable path that took him from a small Argentine neighborhood to global icon.
A nostalgic look at ISS64's commentary, gameplay quirks, and enduring appeal.
A $250 million, 200‑acre complex opened in May, featuring 17 fields, advanced medical resources and a leadership team led by Tom Norton, poised to boost the sport’s growth.
A coalition of professional athletes and entrepreneurs is backing a new USL Championship soccer team and a multipurpose stadium in downtown Oklahoma City, signaling a push for community and economic growth.
From bustling bars in Lincoln to living rooms in small towns, Nebraskans are uniting to cheer the U.S. Men’s National Team as it advances to the knockout round, highlighting the growing soccer culture across the state.
Thousands of Dutch supporters painted the city orange on Thursday morning, marching toward a festival that will lead into the evening match at Kansas City Stadium
An exploration of how cultural expectations, historic moments, and the ambiguous nature of soccer’s timing shape American perceptions of the world’s most popular sport.
At 39, Lionel Messi remains the leading scorer in the ongoing World Cup, having netted five goals across just two matches, a testament to his enduring brilliance.
A detailed site map for a multi‑use stadium district in Jacksonville reveals a 15,000‑seat arena, retail, hospitality and residential components, while residents voice both concerns and support and the project moves through environmental review with a target 2028 opening.
A new report from the American Heart Association highlights soccer’s physical and mental advantages, urging fans to embrace the game and learn lifesaving CPR.