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Atlanta Emerges as a Global Soccer Hub Ahead of 2026 World Cup

Atlanta’s soccer fever is measurable — nine straight seasons topping MLS attendance, a new headquarters for U.S. Soccer, and eight World Cup matches at Mercedes‑Benz Stadium. The city’s growing population, Fortune 500 presence and ambitious real‑estate projects amplify the expected $500 million impact, reshaping its real‑estate market and cementing its status as a sports and business nexus.

Jun 2, 2026

Soccer Stories to Watch Before the 2026 World Cup

With the 2026 World Cup approaching, veteran sports editor Hayden Bird shares his favorite soccer movies and shows, from 'The Damned United' to 'Sunderland 'Til I Die', and points readers to where they can stream them.

Jun 2, 2026

Croatia to Host Final World Cup Warm‑up Against Belgium as Modrić Bids Farewell

Croatia will host Belgium in a World Cup 2026 warm‑up on June 2, 2026, at a venue in Rijeka, marking a rare meeting between two of the continent’s most consistent sides. Both nations arrive with top‑11 FIFA rankings, and the fixture will showcase a blend of seasoned stars and emerging talent as each nation fine‑tunes its squad for the tournament. For Croatia, the game doubles as a symbolic passing of the torch; veteran coach Zlatko Dalic will lead the team into the finals for the third straight tournament, while 40‑year‑old Luka Modrić is set to play his final World Cup appearance, ending a career that includes 196 caps for the national team. Belgium, meanwhile, is looking to replace the golden generation that dominated the 2010s. Coach Rudi Garcia has called up a host of new faces, including Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku, Thibaut Courtois and Axel Witsel, who are expected to feature prominently. The most recent encounter between the two sides ended in a goalless draw at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, a result that underscored Belgium’s group‑stage exit after a single win. Lukaku, who has managed only seven appearances for Napoli this season, will need the match to regain sharpness. With both teams eager to test tactics and fitness, the June 2 clash promises to be more than a friendly; it will be a final rehearsal for a tournament that will see Modrić’s swan song and Belgium’s attempt to usher in a fresh era of talent.

Jun 2, 2026

Haiti’s Grenadiers Aim for World Cup Glory

Haiti's first World Cup appearance since 1974 has sparked a wave of national pride, as fans swap the green and yellow of Brazil for the red and blue of the Grenadiers, hoping to rewrite the country's sporting narrative.

Jun 2, 2026

McPherson High School Girls Soccer Team Earns All-League Honors

The Ark Valley Chisholm Trail League has announced its Division 3/4 All-League Team, recognizing standout performances from the McPherson High School girls soccer squad. Gracie Prescott leads the honorees with MVP honors, and Coach Chris Adrian is celebrated as Coach of the Year.

Jun 2, 2026