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A Florida teacher discovered a trapped opossum protecting her eleven babies in a soccer net. With the help of wildlife specialist Cat Clifford, the family was rescued, examined, and released back into the wild.
The University of Maine’s women’s soccer program is preparing for another campaign that could secure its fourth consecutive America East title, with a mix of returning starters, fresh faces, and a confident coaching staff.
The Park City Extreme Cup returns with 463 teams across age groups, injecting a six‑figure boost into the local soccer club’s scholarship fund while offering families a vibrant weekend of competition and camaraderie.
Azul Alvarez’s 2025 performance earned her a spot on the United Soccer Coaches 2026 Goalkeepers to Watch list, highlighting her impact on Baylor’s Big 12 run and NCAA Tournament advance.
Iliana Santillán reflects on how the World Cup in Mexico rekindled her connection to heritage, family, and community, while also highlighting the country’s vibrant culture and the shared pride that transcended borders.
Boise State's rising star Ava de Leest makes the United Soccer Coaches 2026 goalkeepers watch list, joining an elite group of national prospects.
European football supporters, backed by UEFA and continental confederations, reject FIFA’s proposal to monetize the World Cup, demanding greater transparency and governance reforms.
FIFA is evaluating a potential expansion of the World Cup from 48 to 64 teams for the 2030 tournament, a move that would coincide with the competition's centennial celebrations and spark debate over format, finances and governance.
The program is blending fresh talent with seasoned veterans, aiming to sharpen penalty‑box defense and increase off‑the‑ball movement before the first preseason test.
FIFA chief Gianni Infantino has unveiled a $4.2 billion private investment scheme that would hand control of the sport’s lucrative revenues to a new commercial arm, sparking opposition from UEFA, rival federations and a coalition of investors.
The United Soccer Coaches have named Eastern Kentucky University’s sophomore keeper Jordan LeVasseur to their 2026 NCAA Division I Goalkeepers to Watch List, highlighting a rapid rise that began with a decorated freshman season.
UEFA warns that if FIFA proceeds with a $20 billion spin‑off of its commercial arm, all European national teams will refuse to compete in any FIFA‑sanctioned tournament, a stance that could derail the 2030 World Cup.
Victoria Safradin, a senior goalkeeper for the Virginia women’s soccer team, was named to the 2026 MAC Hermann Trophy Goalkeepers to Watch list, recognizing her exceptional performance and leadership.
Coach Alex Van der Sluijs announced the addition of fifteen players to the 2026 roster, highlighting nine freshmen and six transfers who bring diverse backgrounds and a shared commitment to Wright State University's soccer values.
Hannah Dickinson, a fifth‑year goalkeeper from Villanova, was selected to the United Soccer Coaches Goalkeepers to Watch list after a 2025 season that featured a .964 goals‑against average, 69 saves and eight solo shutouts.
Senior goalkeeper Sophia Hills appears on the 2026 United Soccer Coaches Watch List after delivering a .595 goals‑against average and 10 shutouts, while the Pilots post their best conference finish since 2013.
The Portland Pilots goalkeeper was selected for the 2026 United Soccer Coaches Goalkeepers Watch List after a record‑breaking 2025 campaign that saw the program achieve its highest national ranking and win percentage in decades.
AC Milan announced the passing of Franco Baresi, the club’s iconic defender whose 20‑year spell, three European Cups and 1982 World Cup victory defined an era. Tributes highlight his enduring influence, from the retired No. 6 jersey to a recent torch‑bearing appearance at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino's plan to raise $4.2 billion by selling stakes in future World Cup revenues has ignited a firestorm, drawing condemnation from UEFA, resignations of senior officials and raising questions about the sport's governance.
Niklas Herceg, a junior goalkeeper for the Vermont Catamounts, has been named to the United Soccer Coaches 2026 Men's Hermann Trophy Goalkeepers to Watch List, highlighting his breakout season and upcoming professional prospects.
University of North Florida senior goalkeeper Luciano Natoli has been selected for the 2026 NCAA Division I Men's Players to Watch list, highlighting a season marked by record‑breaking performances and conference dominance.
The Bulls enter the new campaign with a fourth‑place preseason ranking, highlighted by returning standouts and a coaching legacy that includes multiple conference titles.
Senior goalkeeper Andrew Samuels was selected for the United Soccer Coaches Watch List following a historic 2025 season in which Princeton went 7‑0‑0 in Ivy League play without conceding a goal.
The Sycamore Lady War Eagles soccer team, led by first‑year coach Davis Holland, will open its 2026 campaign with home matches against Rossview and White House before a full slate of games that culminates in district, sectional and regional tournament play.