Cascadia Cup Showdown: Seattle Sounders Host Vancouver Whitecaps in pivotal MLS clash
Seattle Sounders and Vancouver Whitecaps meet on August 16 in a high‑stakes Cascadia Cup encounter, each seeking to shape their conference trajectory.
Aug 13, 2026
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Bella Carapazza climbs to No. 87 in preseason women’s soccer watch list
Ranked No. 87 on the TDS Women’s Players to Watch Top 100, Bella Carapazza’s collegiate career at Lipscomb and upcoming role at Texas A&M illustrate a rapid rise that has earned her national attention.
Aug 13, 2026
UVA Soccer Opens 2026 Season with 3-1 Win Over Northwestern
Virginia’s women’s soccer team began the 2026 season with a 3‑1 victory over Northwestern, highlighted by early goals, a strong midfield display and coach Steve Swanson’s praise for tactical cohesion.
Aug 13, 2026
Evansville Women’s Soccer Opens Season with 1-1 Draw Against Purdue
The University of Evansville women's soccer team opened its 2026 campaign with a 1-1 stalemate against Purdue, highlighted by Robinson's equalizer and Chirpich's nine-save performance.
Aug 13, 2026
Chicago Stars’ Turbulent Season Amid Coaching Upheaval and Player Injury
The Chicago Stars have endured a cascade of coaching changes, a recent ACL injury to star forward Olivia Moultrie, and a winless streak that has left them at the foot of the league table.
Aug 13, 2026
Tennessee Women’s Soccer Eyes 2026 Opener as New Era Begins
The Lady Vols will host Rutgers at Regal Stadium on August 13, 2026, aiming to build on last year’s breakthrough and maintain the discipline that defined their rise.
Aug 13, 2026
PBSC swaps $360 million arena for modest soccer stadium
Palm Beach State College abandoned a $360 million arena proposal after a filing‑fee snag, instead green‑lighting a $50‑$60 million private soccer stadium that could be ready by 2027
Aug 13, 2026
Stickers of Haaland Used to Conceal Massive Cocaine Shipment in Ecuador
Ecuadorian police intercepted a truck loaded with 469 kilograms of cocaine, its packages marked with stickers of soccer star Erling Haaland. The discovery highlights a growing trend of using celebrity imagery to signal drug shipments.
Aug 13, 2026
Mastodon Men’s Soccer Sets for Final 2026 Exhibition Against Bowling Green
The Mastodon men's soccer squad will host Bowling Green on August 14 at the Hefner Soccer Complex, concluding a preseason series that highlights new signings, returning veterans and the program's recent championship experience.
Aug 13, 2026
Pitt Women’s Soccer Eyes NCAA Tournament as Defensive Core Returns for 31st Season
With a backline that has logged over 100 combined starts, Pitt’s women’s soccer team aims to rebuild its defensive identity and chase an NCAA Tournament berth after a challenging previous season.
Aug 13, 2026
Tuskegee University Launches Its First Men’s and Women’s Soccer Teams
Tuskegee University announces its inaugural men’s and women’s soccer programs, marking a historic expansion of athletic opportunities for Black student‑athletes at the historic HBCU.
Aug 13, 2026
Union’s Leagues Cup fate hangs on rivals’ results
Philadelphia Union must rely on defeats by Austin and Chicago to stay alive in the Leagues Cup, while preparing a decisive showdown against NYC FC in the Bronx.
Aug 13, 2026
Layton High Girls Soccer Mourns Coach Tricia Ferrin While Honoring a Legacy of Sportsmanship
After the loss of assistant coach Tricia Ferrin, the Layton High girls soccer team confronts its first home defeat, yet the sisters’ shared values of teamwork and sportsmanship continue to guide them.
Aug 13, 2026
Idaho Vandals Rout Washington State 3-0 in Season Opener
The Vandals exploded for three goals in the first ten minutes and held Washington State scoreless the rest of the way, improving to 2‑0 against the Cougars in program history.
Aug 13, 2026
Chris Verheul Named to 2026 MAC Hermann Trophy Watch List
The standout midfielder’s season statistics and regional honors have secured his place on the prestigious watch list, with the award ceremony set for St. Louis in January.
Aug 13, 2026
St. Joseph Girls Soccer Team Endures Early Setback
The team fell 2-0 to Juan Diego in their season opener, highlighting both the hurdles and the promise of a young squad.
Aug 13, 2026
Soccerex and Concacaf Announce 2026 Miami Football Business Summit
Soccerex and Concacaf have teamed up for a 2026 summit in Miami that will unite stakeholders from across the football ecosystem to accelerate growth and investment in the region.
Aug 13, 2026
Dartmouth Women’s Soccer Eyes New Season After Historic 2025 Triumph
The Big Green are set to open their 2025 campaign against UMass Lowell, hoping to build on an Ivy League title, an NCAA tournament debut and a roster that blends seasoned veterans with fresh talent under coach Taylor Schram.
Aug 13, 2026
Wyoming Cowgirls Open 2026 Season Against Drake Amid Weather Challenges
The Cowgirls will host Drake in Laramie on Thursday despite forecasts of heavy rain, relying on a strong returning core and a history of competitive series.
Aug 13, 2026
ESPN Expands Women’s College Volleyball and Soccer Coverage for 2026 Season
ESPN will air over 2,400 matches of women's college volleyball and soccer, including live TV broadcasts and extensive streaming, highlighting championship legacies and record‑breaking attendance goals.
Aug 13, 2026
Eastern Illinois Men’s Soccer Poised for OVC Push in 2023
The Panthers enter the Ohio Valley Conference preseason poll with a fourth‑place projection, driven by a strong second‑year coaching staff, key returning players, and a challenging schedule.
Aug 13, 2026
SIUE’s Mathias Clausen Named Player to Watch as Cougars Target OVC Success
SIUE’s preseason rankings place the Cougars second in the league, and sophomore defender Mathias Clausen is highlighted as the team’s key prospect for the upcoming season.
Aug 13, 2026
Michigan State Women’s Soccer Opens Season with 2-0 Win Over Xavier
The Spartans overcame a scoreless first half to defeat Xavier University 2-0 in their 2026 season opener, highlighted by early goals from Kayla Briggs and Kennedy Bell and coach Jeff Hosler's praise of the team's resilience.
Aug 13, 2026
FSU Soccer Opens 2026 Season Defending National Title Against Stetson
The Florida State University women's soccer team begins its 2026 campaign with a high‑profile opener against Stetson, a match that will be streamed on ESPN+ and showcase a historic unbeaten run.
Aug 13, 2026