Matt Fannon Announces Retirement After 2026 Season
After six years at the helm, Matt Fannon will step down following the 2026 campaign, citing family priorities and a desire to spend more time with loved ones.
Jul 31, 2026
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Backyard Soccer Match Turns Violent When Wayward Kick Strikes Youngster
A backyard soccer game in the United States ended abruptly when a powerful shot hit a young boy in the face, an incident recorded on video by Joleigh Jones.
Jul 31, 2026
Jun Endō’s Season Ends with ACL Tear as Angel City FC Places Midfielder on Injury List
Angel City FC announced that midfielder Jun Endō will miss the rest of the NWSL season after a torn ACL sustained against the San Diego Wave, a setback that follows an earlier injury and secures her placement on the league’s injury list.
Jul 31, 2026
Colorado State Announces 2026 Soccer Season Promotion Schedule
The Rams will kick off the 2026 campaign on August 5 with a complimentary match against Nebraska, and will conclude on October 31 with a ‘Kick or Treat’ game against Washington State, featuring a lineup of fan‑focused promotions from Cancer Awareness Night to Green Out.
Jul 31, 2026
FIFA Eyes 64‑Team World Cup Expansion Amid Growing Controversy
FIFA will assess the feasibility of a 64‑team World Cup by September, amid opposition from European and Asian leaders.
Jul 31, 2026
FIFA to Study 64‑Team World Cup Expansion for 2030 Edition
FIFA is commissioning a rapid assessment of a plan to double the 2030 World Cup to 64 teams, weighing sporting benefits against logistical and competitive concerns, with a decision on the study’s overseer expected by mid‑August and a full report due in September.
Jul 31, 2026
Drexel Dragons Welcome Seven New Players for 2026 Season
Drexel University’s women’s soccer program adds a diverse group of seven newcomers, highlighted by coach Shannon Grogan’s optimism about their competitive drive and potential impact.
Jul 31, 2026
Layla Tucci Switches Gears: From Golf Course to Soccer Pitch
Big Rapids standout Layla Tucci traded her golf clubs for a soccer jersey this spring, helping her team secure a district win and planning a summer comeback on the links.
Jul 31, 2026
FIFA’s $20 Billion World Cup Stake Sale Faces Global Backlash
FIFA's plan to create a $20‑billion subsidiary offering up to 20 percent stake to external investors has sparked resignations, boycott threats, and political criticism.
Jul 31, 2026
East Carolina’s Midfield Stars Earn American Conference Watch List Honors
The American Athletic Conference’s preseason watch list highlights Isabella Gutiérrez, Caitlen-Star Dolan Boodram and AJ Mayock, whose performances helped East Carolina secure a seventh‑place preseason ranking and set the stage for a promising 2026 campaign.
Jul 31, 2026
Michelle Betancourt Earns Spot on U.S. Women’s National Futsal Team
Southern Illinois University soccer player Michelle Betancourt was selected for the U.S. Women's National Futsal Team, attended a national camp in July, and looks ahead to contributing on the world stage.
Jul 31, 2026
Rocco Haeufgloeckner Earns American Conference Men’s Soccer Scholar-Athlete of the Year Honor
Rocco Haeufgloeckner, a senior mechanical engineering major at Temple University, has been named the American Athletic Conference Men's Soccer Scholar-Athlete of the Year, highlighting his outstanding performance on the field and in the classroom.
Jul 31, 2026
FIFA Adviser Resigns Over Controversial Private‑Equity Deal for World Cup Rights
Carlos Cordeiro stepped down as a senior FIFA adviser, condemning a proposal to sell stakes in the World Cup and other competitions to private‑equity investors amid strong opposition from continental governing bodies.
Jul 31, 2026
Rice Owls’ Soccer Program Soars in 2026 Preseason Rankings
Rice University's women's soccer team enters the 2026 season with a preseason ranking of third in the American Conference, bolstered by a trio of standout players and a recent run of sustained success.
Jul 31, 2026
FIFA Advisor Resigns Over $20 Billion Commercial Subsidiary Plan
Carlos Cordeiro, a senior adviser to FIFA President Gianni Infantino, resigned in protest against a plan to create a $20 billion commercial subsidiary that would sell a stake in the World Cup to external investors.
Jul 31, 2026
UTSA Women’s Soccer Poised for Title Defense in 2026
The UTSA women's soccer team enters the 2026 season ranked No. 2 in the American Conference Coaches Poll, with three standout players named to the watch list and a schedule that includes a high‑profile exhibition against Texas before the championship in Florida.
Jul 31, 2026
Tuskegee University Launches Inaugural Division II Soccer Programs and Docuseries
Tuskegee University is set to field its first NCAA Division II men’s and women’s soccer teams this fall, accompanied by a docuseries titled "Unveiling History" that will chronicle the teams’ debut season and broader campus life.
Jul 31, 2026
CONCACAF chief eyes FIFA presidency challenge amid World Cup stake controversy
Victor Montagliani is poised to challenge Gianni Infantino for the FIFA presidency as the sport’s governing bodies grapple with a controversial World Cup financial plan.
Jul 31, 2026
Temple Soccer Standouts Earn 2026 American Conference Watch List Honors
Three Temple University players are highlighted for their 2025 achievements, signaling a promising future for the program.
Jul 31, 2026
UNT Women’s Soccer Stars Shine on 2026 Preseason Watch List
Three UNT standouts are highlighted on the American Athletic Conference's 2026 women's soccer preseason watch list, underscoring the program's rising momentum heading into the upcoming season.
Jul 31, 2026
Memphis Women’s Soccer Dominates 2026 Preseason Poll
Memphis women's soccer secured unanimous top billing in the 2026 American Conference preseason poll, earning 100 points and a 20‑point lead over rivals, while three players earned watch‑list recognition.
Jul 31, 2026
Mia Ugarte Joins BGSU Women’s Soccer Ahead of 2026‑27 Season
Mia Ugarte, a striker‑midfielder from Ottawa, Ontario, has signed with Bowling Green State University’s women’s soccer program and will make her first appearance on August 5 against Purdue.
Jul 31, 2026
Genuine Cup Brings Neuro‑Diverse Soccer Stars Together in Houston
Over 1,000 neuro‑diverse athletes from 53 countries converged at Rice University for the Genuine Cup, a soccer tournament co‑founded by Ignacio "Nacho" Torras and Lorna Ortiz to elevate visibility for autism and intellectual disability communities.
Jul 31, 2026
Memphis Tops 2026 American Conference Women’s Soccer Preseason Poll
The league’s coaches have named Memphis the preseason favorite, citing its recent championship pedigree and a watch list packed with 2025 award winners.
Jul 31, 2026