Auburn Soccer Faces Crucial Preseason Tests Against SEC Rivals
Auburn’s soccer program will host high‑stakes preseason friendlies in late August 2026, using the games to evaluate players ahead of the Clemson opener.
Aug 4, 2026
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ODU’s Defensive Stars Earn Hermann Trophy Watch List Honors
Midfielders Ashlynn Kulha and defender Libby Holmes from Old Dominion have been recognized on the 2026 Hermann Trophy watch list, highlighting their impact on a defense that ranks among the nation’s best
Aug 4, 2026
Stonehill Women’s Soccer Poised for Strong 2026 Season After Fifth-Place Preseason Ranking
Stonehill College’s women’s soccer team finished fifth in the 2026 NEC Preseason Coaches' Poll for the second consecutive year, opening the season at home against New Hampshire on August 13. With a blend of seasoned veterans and fresh talent, the Skyhawks hope to translate preseason respect into a playoff berth.
Aug 4, 2026
USMNT Returns to St. Louis for High‑Stakes Clash with Chile
The U.S. men’s national team will host Chile at Energizer Park on September 29, kicking off a four‑match international window that highlights St. Louis’s soccer heritage and the road to 2030.
Aug 4, 2026
Vermont Men’s Soccer Eyes Title Defense After Preseason Accolades
Vermont’s men’s soccer program enters the 2026 season with a strong preseason showing, highlighted by a second‑place finish in the America East poll and back‑to‑back preseason All‑Conference selections for key players.
Aug 4, 2026
Jack Harrison Returns to MLS with New England Revolution Aiming for First Cup
Born in England and raised in the United States, Jack Harrison brings a transatlantic pedigree to the New England Revolution, where he hopes to blend veteran experience with mentorship while chasing the club’s first MLS Cup.
Aug 4, 2026
Larry Berg Takes the Helm of MLS
Larry Berg, co‑managing owner of LAFC, succeeds Don Garber as MLS Commissioner, bringing a lifelong passion for the sport and a vision for expanded stadiums, innovative competition formats, and a league‑wide listening tour.
Aug 4, 2026
Purdue Fort Wayne Women’s Soccer Preps for Exhibition Clash with Western Michigan
The Mastodons will host Western Michigan on August 5 as both programs showcase key players, fresh talent and coaching changes while building on a five‑game winning streak against the Broncos.
Aug 4, 2026
Bryant Bulldogs Top America East Preseason Poll Ahead of UMass Opener
Bryant University’s men’s soccer team enters 2025 as the preseason favorite in the America East, highlighted by five All‑Conference selections and a strong returning roster.
Aug 4, 2026
Inspire Soccer League Bridges Gap for Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
The Knoxville‑based Inspire Soccer League provides a structured, year‑round soccer program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, filling a critical void in U.S. sports opportunities.
Aug 4, 2026
UAlbany Men’s Soccer Poised for Strong 2026 Season After Preseason Accolades
The Great Danes secured fourth in the America East Preseason Coaches' Poll with 33 points, and three players earned preseason all‑conference honors, highlighting a promising outlook for the upcoming schedule.
Aug 4, 2026
African football leaders rally behind Infantino
A coalition of African football administrators has publicly backed Gianni Infantino’s bid for re‑election, citing his commitment to continental development and financial stability.
Aug 4, 2026
Larry Berg Takes the Helm of Major League Soccer
Larry Berg will become MLS Commissioner on January 1, 2027, succeeding Don Garber, who will transition to chairman after nearly three decades of leadership.
Aug 4, 2026
Ball State Soccer to Host Indiana State in Exhibition Ahead of 2026 Season Opener
An exhibition match on Thursday at 5 p.m. at the Briner Sports Complex will give fans a first look at the Cardinals' 2026 season, which opens on August 12 against IU Indy.
Aug 4, 2026
U.S. Men’s National Team Sets September‑October Friendly Schedule Ahead of 2030 World Cup
The United States will play a series of high‑stakes matches in September and October, using the fixtures to sharpen tactics, evaluate emerging talent and build momentum toward the 2030 World Cup and the 2028 Olympics.
Aug 4, 2026
University of Hawaiʻi and Seattle University to Host Historic NCAA Division I Women’s Soccer Exhibition on Maui
On August 9, 2026, the University of Hawaiʻi and Seattle University will stage a first‑of‑its‑kind NCAA Division I women’s soccer exhibition on Maui, with proceeds benefiting wildfire recovery and a free youth clinic that aims to inspire the next generation of athletes.
Aug 4, 2026
EIU Women’s Soccer Poised for a Breakout 2024 Season
Eastern Illinois University’s women’s soccer team returns a veteran lineup, ranked second in the OVC preseason poll, with star players and a challenging schedule ahead.
Aug 4, 2026
Lindenwood Lions to Host Missouri Tigers in Season‑Opening Exhibition
The Lindenwood Lions will welcome the Missouri Tigers to St. Charles on August 5, offering the first glimpse of a roster that blends returning All‑OVC talent with new faces under veteran coach Dave Musso, while Missouri looks to rebound under Stefanie Golan.
Aug 4, 2026
Marquette Women’s Soccer Looks to Build on Promising 2025 Campaign
A deep dive into the roster, performance metrics, and tactical questions surrounding Marquette’s 2026 women’s soccer season.
Aug 4, 2026
FIFA’s $20 Billion Private Equity Scheme Collapses Amid Global Backlash
A proposed $20 billion private‑equity venture to sell stakes in World Cup revenues was abandoned after UEFA threatened a boycott and key figures including Arsène Wenger, Mattias Grafström and Kevin Lamour condemned the initiative as deceptive and damaging to football’s integrity.
Aug 4, 2026
Refactor Games’ FIFA World Cup Experiment Crumbles After Mass Layoffs
A brief look at how Refactor Games' high‑profile FIFA launch collapsed under funding cuts, despite early player numbers that made it Netflix's most successful cloud‑gaming debut.
Aug 4, 2026
African football leaders rally behind FIFA chief Gianni Infantino ahead of March election
Key African football administrators have voiced public backing for Gianni Infantino as he seeks re‑election, while the Confederation of African Football maintains a neutral but supportive stance.
Aug 4, 2026
Infantino’s FIFA Scandal: A Fallout of Corruption and Political Entanglements
A secret partnership, a controversial commercial plan, and a cascade of political ties have toppled Gianni Infantino's bid for re‑election at FIFA, exposing deep‑rooted corruption and raising questions about the future of international football.
Aug 4, 2026
Union’s Late Surge Stuns Atlanta United in 3‑2 Thriller
Philadelphia Union rallied from behind to beat Atlanta United 3‑2 at Subaru Park, with standout contributions from multiple players and a record‑breaking goal from Milan Iloski
Aug 4, 2026