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Coach Andrea Moma reflects on a season of learning and chemistry for the Reed City girls soccer team, highlighting senior midfielder Abbey Pollaski's contributions and the program's promising future.
Woodensky Pierre, the only Haitian player based on the island, has obtained a U.S. visa that will allow him to join the World Cup squad, highlighting a rare diplomatic exception amid heightened travel restrictions.
The upcoming World Cup in North America spotlights Brazil’s deep‑rooted betting culture, where millions wager daily, prompting calls for stricter regulation to protect fans and preserve the game’s spirit.
From tattoos to ancestral blessings, fans across Latin America turn soccer into a spiritual practice that binds families, fuels hope, and shapes cultural identity ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Across Latin America, soccer fans weave devotion, ritual and identity into every match, treating the sport as a sacred practice that binds communities and honors legendary figures.
A recent Pew Research Center poll indicates that 66% of U.S. adults are unlikely to watch the upcoming World Cup, while demographic patterns reveal higher interest among immigrants, Hispanic and Asian Americans, and younger adults.
The U.S. Under-17 Men’s National Team will hold a training camp in Natal, Brazil, from June 1‑11, featuring a 20‑player roster that blends domestic and European talent, and will face Brazil in two friendly matches at the historic Arena das Dunas.
A new free magazine, created by MetLife and Highlights, offers soccer-inspired stories, games and activities in multiple languages, aiming to boost children’s self-expression and teamwork across the globe.
Alli Macbeth, a former University of Toledo standout, has signed with George Cross FC in Australia, joining a growing list of Rockets who are making their mark abroad.
CVS Pharmacy is turning its stores into soccer‑themed hubs, offering merchandise, hosting family‑friendly block parties and converting parking lots into mini training pitches as part of a broader health‑and‑wellness partnership with U.S. Soccer and the National Women’s Soccer League.
Burberry launches a World Cup advertising campaign featuring celebrities as soccer supporters, showcasing a new collection and highlighting the British team's first match in Dallas on June 17.
On June 4, the Gateway Marietta Community Improvement District and the City of Marietta will host a public art event that will transform a three‑dimensional soccer ball into a lasting artwork, featuring contributions from schools, businesses and civic groups.
Space Center Houston’s new ‘Galaxy’s Game’ blends FIFA World Cup 2026 enthusiasm with space exploration, offering visitors athletic challenges, historic artifacts and a glimpse into the shared spirit of athletes and astronauts.
The U.S. men's national team is preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, aiming to build on the legacy of the 1994 squad and create a lasting impact.
The National Women’s Soccer League is using the 2026 FIFA World Cup as a cultural catalyst, launching a “Summer of Soccer” that blends traveling fan experiences with marquee matches designed to set attendance records and embed the league within mainstream soccer consciousness.
Executives at the Georgia World Congress Center Authority quietly allocated over $600,000 for VIP World Cup seats, using a backchannel arrangement with the Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau while facing internal concerns over cost.
In Latin America, soccer is more than a game; it is a spiritual thread that weaves families, rituals, and national identity together, a devotion echoed by fans, clergy, and even the Pope.
The 2026 Iowa high school boys soccer state tournament begins June 1, featuring four classes, free livestreams, ticket pricing, parking details and a list of allowed and prohibited items for spectators.
Norway will face Sweden at Ullevaal Stadion in Oslo, featuring star forwards Erling Haaland and Alexander Isak, with the match also streamed on Fubo and Prime Video.
The South African team will leave for the tournament on Monday after a last‑minute visa snag, with the sports minister urging a full investigation into the administrative error.
Marlee Raymond, a freshman defender from Penn State, has been named to the United States Women's National Team U-18 camp in Bansko, Bulgaria, where she will train with 20 players and face Ukraine and Benin in upcoming fixtures.
A look at the highs and lows of Arizona's women's soccer under Coach Becca Moros, the impact of key departures, and the challenges that lie ahead for a program seeking to re‑establish itself in the Big 12.
Arne Slot's departure from Liverpool has sparked speculation about his next managerial destination, with several high‑profile clubs considering his expertise.
Ahead of the 2026 tournament, the FBI warns that fake FIFA websites are being used to steal personal information and sell counterfeit tickets. Fans are urged to verify URLs and avoid clicking on suspicious links.