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Ohio State Women’s Soccer Poised for Another Deep Run in 2026

The Ohio State women's soccer program enters the 2026 season with a blend of proven talent and fresh optimism, riding a sixth consecutive NCAA tournament streak that includes an Elite Eight run. With nine starters back, the team is projected to finish fifth in the Big Ten and is already preparing for early matches against Clemson and Kansas.

Aug 5, 2026

Duke Women’s Soccer Enters 2026 with No. 3 Preseason Ranking

Duke’s women’s soccer team is ranked third nationally in the United Soccer Coaches preseason Top 25, marking the fourth top‑five placement in five seasons. The ACC boasts four of the top five spots, and Duke will test its mettle against Wake Forest and Carolina Ascent FC in early August matches that are open to the public.

Aug 5, 2026

Private Equity’s New Playbook in American Soccer

Wall Street’s footprint in American soccer deepened this week with a 2030 contract extension for U.S. Men’s National Team coach Mauricio Pochettino, backed by Citadel founder Ken Griffin, and the appointment of private‑equity veteran Larry Berg as MLS commissioner, signaling a broader shift toward institutional ownership and commercial centralization.

Aug 4, 2026

A New Era for U.S. Men’s Soccer

The United States will host a series of 2026 friendlies against Peru, Chile, Mexico and Canada, using the matches to fine‑tune a team that aims to contend for the 2030 World Cup under new manager Mauricio Pochettino.

Aug 4, 2026