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The Gamecocks open their season at Stone Stadium, facing a familiar opponent coached by former player Caroline Kelly, while aiming to rebuild around returning All‑SEC talent.
Glen Carbon native Rachel Kretzer turned a disappointing recruitment outcome into a breakthrough freshman season at Southeast Missouri State, earning a starting role and a spot on the OVC Players to Watch for 2026.
The Springfield City Council has lengthened the exclusivity period for talks with the United Soccer League, allocating funds for further studies of a proposed 5,000‑to‑10,000‑seat venue on an 8.9‑acre site with a layered industrial past.
After being sacked by Liverpool, Arne Slot turned down the Netherlands national team role, citing the appeal of regular training sessions and club responsibilities over the intermittent nature of international coaching.
From Poland to Australia, from the sidelines of Montana to the heart of Pullman, Chris Citowicki’s new role at Washington State University blends multicultural experience with a commitment to authenticity in college sports.
Arne Slot turned down the Netherlands national team’s overture, citing a desire to remain immersed in day‑to‑day club work after a brief, trophy‑laden spell at Anfield.
After a hard‑fought 2025 title game loss, the Catamounts return with eight newcomers, a top‑three preseason poll spot and a schedule that streams on ESPN+.
The National Women's Soccer League faces a shifting financial landscape, with expansion fees climbing to record levels and franchise values surging, putting mid‑tier clubs like Racing Louisville at risk without additional capital.
The Horned Frogs open the 2026 campaign on the road against Wisconsin, hoping to build on back‑to‑back Big 12 titles and a deep NCAA Tournament run.
The Siena Saints women's soccer squad begins its nonconference schedule on August 12, facing Boston College in the program's earliest ever start, aiming to build on recent NCAA Tournament appearances and contend for the Metro Conference title.
The preseason rankings, compiled by USA TODAY Network Ohio, spotlight the top returning high school boys soccer players, with Carter Smith leading a field of standout athletes.
The 2026 top‑10 list highlights record‑setting scorers, shutout goalkeepers and playmakers who are poised to drive their teams forward.
A look at the USA TODAY Network Ohio rankings for the 2026 boys soccer season, highlighting the standout athletes who made the top 25.
Argentine soccer coach Matias Alejandro Pourrain was detained by ICE in Florida after a disputed visa overstay, with his clubs contesting the removal and seeking a bond hearing.
The University of Kansas will host Utah State on August 12 at Rock Chalk Park, featuring top‑ranked teams, standout players, and live coverage on ESPN+.
The Gaelic Athletic Association’s historic rule that barred foreign sports at Croke Park has evolved, allowing English rugby and football matches while stirring lingering cultural tensions.
San Francisco City Football Club, the nation’s oldest community‑owned soccer team, continues to blend tradition with modern challenges as it adapts to a new stadium arrangement.
Paris Saint-Germain is negotiating a transfer for Barcelona forward Ferran Torres amid financial pressures that could reshape both clubs' attacking options.
The Colonials are set to open against Navy and Bowling Green, aiming to translate tactical refinements into on‑field success.
Preseason polls forecast Gannon and Millersville as division leaders, highlighting key returning players and the upcoming season start.
The University of Georgia women's soccer team opens its 2026 schedule on the road against Illinois, aiming to snap a winless streak in season openers, while preparing for a landmark home match against James Madison that will celebrate a historic NCAA milestone.
A 34‑year‑old Argentine coach held by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Florida after a playoff trip with Miami United has sparked a legal battle over his visa status and community support.
Taylor Johnson, a standout forward for the University of Evansville, has been selected to the Preseason All-Missouri Valley Conference Team for the 2026 women's soccer season. Her junior year featured career‑high statistics, a brace against Valparaiso, and notable track‑and‑field accolades, setting the stage for a promising senior campaign.
UC San Diego’s soccer team defeated Arizona Western 4‑1 in a home exhibition, with Gavin Allegaert scoring twice and several freshmen seeing action.