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Despite a surge in soccer fields across the Greater Los Angeles area, children from low‑income neighborhoods still face major barriers to participation, highlighting a persistent equity gap.
Senior forward Teagan Jahns, fresh off Gatorade Florida Girls Soccer Player of the Year honors, is preparing for her final high school season as Lake Mary seeks its third consecutive Class 7A championship, while committing to play at Florida Atlantic University next year.
Two U.S. soccer staff members were suspended by FIFA ahead of the round‑of‑16 match against Belgium, a move that came as the team suffered a 4‑1 defeat and was eliminated from the World Cup.
The city’s new NYC Open Play program offers free pickup soccer on small‑sided pitches in every borough through mid‑July, backed by local clubs and parks, while a future stadium at Etihad Park promises a permanent home for Gotham FC.
Belgium’s national football side has turned heads with a new away kit that borrows directly from René Magritte’s 1931 masterpiece ‘Voice of Space (la voix des airs)’. The design incorporates the surrealist’s signature jingle‑bell motif and bears the caption ‘This is not a jersey’, a playful nod to Magritte’s famous 1929 work ‘The Treachery of Images’. The fresh look comes at a pivotal moment, after the Belgian squad secured a convincing 4–1 victory over the United States that propelled them into the World Cup quarter‑finals. The win not only underscored the team’s tactical prowess but also added a cultural flourish to their campaign. Designers highlighted the subtle bell detail, noting that it reflects a lesser‑known element of Magritte’s visual language, while the overall aesthetic celebrates Belgium’s rich artistic heritage on the global stage. Beyond the pitch, the Guggenheim Museum is capitalising on the buzz by screening a documentary about French legend Zinédine Zidane during the tournament, further intertwining sport with contemporary culture.
U.S. Soccer will resume talks with Mauricio Pochettino after the World Cup, seeking to clarify his future following a disappointing defeat to Belgium and a contract that expires shortly after the tournament.
The United States' match against Belgium drew a historic audience, highlighting growing soccer interest in America.
Following a 4‑1 loss to Belgium, U.S. Soccer has revived discussions with the Argentine coach whose contract ends after the tournament, aiming to chart a path forward.
NJIT’s women’s soccer program announced its 2026 schedule, featuring a marquee game against North Carolina and a full America East Conference slate, as head coach Ally Nick looks to guide the Highlanders through a challenging season.
The 2026 slate features 17 matches, eight home games at Hesse Field, and a mix of new opponents and conference rivals.
Colombian supporters flood Vancouver, creating a vibrant atmosphere reminiscent of Beatlemania, as the Round of 16 match against Switzerland approaches.
At 41, Cristiano Ronaldo announced that the 2026 World Cup will be his final tournament, capping a six‑tournament journey that began in 2006. Despite the milestone, he remains committed to playing beyond the World Cup, currently starring for Al‑Nassr in Riyadh.
Former Leesville Road coach Paul Dinkenor joined The Adam Gold Show to dissect why the U.S. men's team fell to Belgium in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16 and what must change at the grassroots level.
From Boston's neighborhoods labeled as soccer deserts to new mini-pitches funded by community grants, a coalition of local and national groups is working to make the sport accessible to all children.
Pop star Ed Sheeran performed his hit “Castle on the Hill” for the England squad in Kansas City, a ritual that has accompanied his long‑standing support of the team since 2021, as they clinched a World Cup quarter‑final spot with a win over Mexico.
Ed Sheeran visited England’s World Cup base in Kansas City, performed “Castle on the Hill” for the squad, and shared his predictions for a potential England‑France final, while the team prepares for recovery after a dramatic win over Mexico.
After a decade-long romance, Colombian forward Luis Díaz and Instagram influencer Gera Ponce exchanged vows in June 2025, inviting fans to support Díaz’s foundation instead of traditional wedding gifts.
The New Hampshire Soccer Project organized watch parties across the state to celebrate the World Cup, bringing together fans, local businesses and co‑founders Caleb and Samantha Ginsberg. After the U.S. team's 4‑1 loss to Belgium, the gatherings highlighted a growing soccer community that will soon host a street tournament open to youth and adults.
The United States' match against Belgium during the 2026 World Cup round of 16 became the most‑watched soccer broadcast ever in the United States, drawing 30 million viewers and peaking at 36.8 million.
Fox reported that the U.S. versus Belgium World Cup match became the most-watched soccer telecast in U.S. history, attracting 30 million viewers and eliminating the United States from the tournament.
The Rams have released their full 2026 schedule, marking the first season in the Pac-12 and setting up a series of high-profile matchups that begin with an exhibition against Nebraska and culminate in a championship determined by non-conference RPI.
The United States' match against Belgium in the 2026 World Cup round of 16 became the most‑watched soccer telecast in U.S. history, attracting 30 million viewers and peaking at 36.8 million.
FIFA’s disciplinary actions against U.S. Soccer officials and the reversal of Folarin Balogun’s ban raise fresh questions ahead of the United States’ loss to Belgium.
The recent World Cup clash between the United States and Belgium became the most‑watched soccer telecast in U.S. history, drawing a peak audience of over 36.8 million viewers and a 4‑1 victory for Belgium that propelled the team into the quarterfinals.