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Liga F Secures Record Investment from Pau Gasol

Spain's top women's soccer league has approved a €55 million investment from former NBA star Pau Gasol, aiming to boost commercial power while facing opposition from Real Madrid and Barcelona over revenue sharing and future autonomy.

Jul 29, 2026

FIFA’s $20 Billion Investment Scheme Sparks International Outcry

FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s plan to create a $20 billion subsidiary, backed by Thrive Capital and overseen by J.P. Morgan, has drawn opposition from UEFA, CONCACAF, the Asian Football Confederation and British Prime Minister Andy Burnham, who argues the sport must stay in the hands of supporters.

Jul 29, 2026

SLU Women’s Soccer Faces Rebuilding Challenge in 2026 Season

Despite a decade of success and a pipeline of decorated players, the 2026 Saint Louis University women's soccer team enters the season without returning all-conference performers and with limited senior leadership, casting doubt on national rankings.

Jul 29, 2026

FIFA’s World Cup Commercial Overhaul Sparks Global Backlash

FIFA’s plan to spin off a $20 billion subsidiary and offer external investors up to a 20 % stake in World Cup commercial rights has ignited opposition from soccer officials, European governing bodies and political leaders, who warn of excessive commercialization and close links to U.S. President Donald Trump.

Jul 29, 2026

Alex Iovacchini Takes the Helm of Western Wayne Boys Soccer

Alex Iovacchini, a 2022 graduate and former star player, has been appointed head coach of the Western Wayne boys varsity soccer team, succeeding Matt Fitzsimmons who retired after more than 20 years. The program returns key players and faces a challenging schedule.

Jul 29, 2026

FIFA’s $20 Billion Subsidiary Plan Divides Global Soccer

FIFA seeks to create a $20 billion subsidiary to run the World Cup and other events, offering up to 20 percent stakes to external investors, a move condemned by UEFA and sparking debate over the sport’s financial direction.

Jul 29, 2026

Kansas’ Soccer Comeback Fueled by 2026 World Cup Dream

The 2026 World Cup has sparked a quiet resurgence of soccer among former players in Kansas, with young adults returning to the pitch and retailers noting increased cleat sales, while health professionals advise a cautious re-entry.

Jul 29, 2026