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FIFA terminated Kevin Lamour after he publicly criticized Gianni Infantino’s proposal to sell private stakes in World Cup events, a move that triggered resignations, threats from UEFA members and a broader crisis for the federation.
Julia Quinonez’s recent West Coast Conference award spotlights a breakout season for Pepperdine women’s soccer, as the team prepares for a pivotal matchup against Cal Berkeley.
Chloe Walls was recognized as the WCC Defensive Player of the Week after a clean‑sheet performance, marking her second conference award and setting up a clash with UCLA.
A Brookings High School soccer player was attacked on the field, prompting swift action from the South Dakota High School Activities Association and renewed focus on athlete safety.
FIFA’s governance is being reshaped by Gulf investment and a widening North‑South split, with commercial moves and leadership disputes defining the sport’s future.
Yael Trepy, a young French soccer player, nearly drowned in a Sardinian pool and remains in intensive care, prompting concern from his club and fans.
A teenage soccer player with bilateral hearing loss shines with the USA Deaf Youth National Team, showcasing how visual communication can turn a challenge into a competitive advantage
The upcoming week promises a flurry of activity for Eastern Washington University’s athletic programs, with soccer, volleyball and football teams stepping onto the field for pivotal contests that will set the tone for the 2026 season.
Clay, Northwood and Oak Harbor opened their girls soccer campaigns in late August, delivering a mix of results that set the tone for the season.
A 5-0 loss to UT-Chattanooga in the 2026 home opener exposed defensive vulnerabilities for Winthrop, with Quinn Johnson opening the scoring and a flurry of second‑half goals following.
UAB women's soccer senior forward Avery Berryman was recognized with an honorable mention after delivering decisive contributions in two early victories, setting the stage for a pivotal matchup against Western Kentucky.
A look at the opening week of high school boys soccer in the region, highlighting dominant wins, heavy losses, and missing information from several programs.
At 41, Cristiano Ronaldo is weighing the prospect of hanging up his international boots after Portugal’s early exit from the recent World Cup, a tournament that has added a new layer of reflection to a career that spans more than two decades.
Freshman forward Poppy O'Brien, representing New Zealand at the upcoming U‑20 Women's World Cup in Poland, reflects a trans‑Pacific pathway from Colorado State to the world stage.
The Presbyterian College women's soccer squad captured all three Big South weekly awards for the first time in program history after a 3-1 win over Alabama State, highlighting standout performances by sophomore Maddie Smith, rookie Sydney Stoner and freshman Katy Verdery.
Sophia Garofalo’s standout defensive performance earns her America East Defensive Player of the Week honors as Binghamton opens the season undefeated.
After capping an unbeaten 2025 season with a fourth state championship, Bend High’s girls soccer team must replace key seniors while integrating a core of experienced players and confronting a tough Intermountain Conference schedule.
The conference announced its weekly award winners, highlighting debut braces, clutch goals and shutout performances that set the tone for the 2026 campaign.
Furman enters the 2026 Southern Conference men’s soccer preseason poll as the clear favorite, buoyed by a 16‑2‑5 record, an unbeaten conference run, and a College Cup berth. With all 11 starters returning and six preseason All‑Conference selections, the Paladins are poised to challenge national rankings as the season begins on August 20.
Junior midfielder Manuela Schreier’s decisive goals in two opening‑week draws earned her Big South Offensive Player of the Week honors, setting the stage for a highly anticipated matchup against Southern Wesleyan.
Third‑year forward Stephane Njike receives preseason accolades after a standout stint at Maryland, joining IU's top transfer class ahead of his debut against the Fighting Irish.
The team’s early unbeaten streak was highlighted by individual recognitions that underscored key contributions on both ends of the field.
The Liberty Flames finished third in the 2026 SoCon preseason men’s soccer poll, earning 24 points and a single first‑place vote, setting the stage for a competitive campaign.
The seventh edition of the Moe Rosensteel Most Outstanding Player Award features 41 elite girls' soccer players from WPIAL schools, with returning champion Emily McKee aiming to become the first two‑time winner.