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Woodensky Pierre, the only Haitian national team member living in Haiti, has been granted a U.S. visa to join his teammates in Florida. His departure follows a period of training in Port‑au‑Prince and highlights Haiti's return to the World Cup after more than five decades.
During a recent soccer game, a dog sprinted onto the field, stole the ball and delighted onlookers, sparking discussion about canine instincts and addiction.
The 2026 Illinois High School Association girls soccer state finals will be held June 4‑6 at North Central College in Naperville, featuring semifinals and title games across three classifications.
Three northern Michigan high school girls soccer teams have won their semifinal games and will compete in the regional finals this week.
A record 16.2 million illicit viewings of the PSG‑Arsenal final highlight the growing clash between piracy, broadcast rights and political appeals for free access.
The Morton girls soccer squad, led by standout performances from Madi Greiner and Claire Ceresa, extended their unbeaten streak to 11 wins and will now face Wheaton St. Francis in the semifinals.
Eastmont Wildcats captured their inaugural state championship with a 3‑1 win over Sumner, highlighted by Aaron Leon’s hat trick and a stoppage‑time goal. Newport took third place, and Caden Gould’s shootout save earned him MVP honors.
Nine softball teams, including Marshfield and SPASH, advance to sectional finals, while Auburndale shocks Wittenberg-Birnamwood in baseball and D.C. Everest prepares for a Hudson clash in soccer.
The Saugatuck high school soccer team secured its maiden regional semifinal win on Tuesday, defeating St. Joseph Michigan Lutheran 5-1. A decisive corner kick from Neave Rewa set up Jordan Sanders' final‑minute goal, a moment that coach Neal Phillips called a historic milestone.
The UEFA Champions League final on Saturday attracted a historic U.S. audience on CBS, peaking during penalty kicks and setting the stage for an expansive World Cup broadcast.
From a few thousand Instagram followers to millions, Tim Payne's unexpected fame is reshaping the narrative around New Zealand's first World Cup appearance since 2010.
Woodensky Pierre, the only Haitian World Cup player based in Haiti, was granted a U.S. visa after training in Port-au-Prince, clearing his path to Florida where the team will fine-tune before facing Scotland, Brazil, Morocco and other opponents.
A disciplined defensive effort and a timely goal from Ali Bates propelled Gull Lake past Grand Rapids Christian, setting up a showdown with the Hudsonville Unity Christian-Vicksburg winner.
Junior forward Sierra Thomas becomes the first Quincy Notre Dame girls soccer player to earn all-state recognition since 2019, while several local teammates receive all-sectional honors.
Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Haiti and New Zealand will meet in a pre‑tournament friendly that promises more than just a warm‑up. The encounter, scheduled in the United States, offers both squads a chance to fine‑tune tactics and build confidence before the global showcase.
As the global soccer showcase approaches, host stadiums are shedding corporate logos and adopting temporary names that reflect their host cities, while a handful of venues retain their original branding.
D.C. United called off a scheduled friendly against the Ethiopian National Team due to visa complications and the global Ebola outbreak, offering refunds to ticket holders and confirming its next home game against Toronto FC on July 25.
Paige Sundman overcame a scary ball-to-face moment to head the winning goal with 1:30 left, securing a 4-3 triumph for Hartland over Brighton and setting up a championship clash with Northville or Oxford.
The 1994 World Cup in the United States marked a turning point, and the upcoming 2026 edition will test the limits of soccer’s worldwide appeal.
The Richlands Lady Blues fell to the Central Wise Lady Warriors in the Region 2D semifinals, concluding a season that began with high hopes.
Senior midfielder Cailynn Withers finished with 24 goals and 27 assists, earning state‑wide All‑State honors while several Rowan County teammates and peers receive All‑Region accolades.
Blu Keiper, a top recruit from Elkhorn, Nebraska, has pledged to join Creighton University's women's soccer program, bringing a prolific scoring record and elite playmaking to the program.
During a friendly against Senegal, the U.S. men's national team used a laptop to dissect tactics in a water break, prompting a viral reaction and raising the prospect of widespread adoption at the 2026 World Cup.
Hakeem Olajuwon's soccer background shaped his NBA greatness, while Clint Capela sees parallels that could boost Houston's global profile during the FIFA World Cup.