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Spain enters the quarter-final with a 35-match unbeaten streak, while Belgium hopes to overcome the loss of Amadou Onana and a political backdrop to challenge the Spanish juggernaut.
Columbia University announced its 2026 women's soccer schedule, highlighting a challenging non‑conference slate, a West Coast trip, and a competitive Ivy League campaign aimed at securing another NCAA Tournament berth.
The United States' recent 4-1 loss to Belgium exposes the gap between expectation and performance, while political interference and modest progress raise questions about soccer's growing footprint.
The Brooklyn Waterfront Artists Coalition (BWAC) presents a summer exhibition at The Whale in Sunset Park, featuring three shows that reflect on Brooklyn’s waterfront history, global soccer passion, and a spectrum of human emotions. Free admission is offered on weekends through August 2.
The July 19 halftime spectacle at New York New Jersey Stadium will blend pop icons, K‑pop giants and special guests, with proceeds from every ticket supporting a global fundraising drive.
In a move that reshapes the landscape of women’s professional soccer, Gotham FC is set to leave New Jersey for Queens in 2028, establishing its permanent base at Etihad Park, a privately funded, all‑electric venue that will share the site with New York City FC.
Fordham University has announced its 2026 men's soccer schedule, featuring a five‑game road stretch, home matchups against Columbia and St. John's, and key Atlantic 10 contests.
European football’s governing body says Russian clubs and national sides will remain excluded from its competitions, even after the International Olympic Committee eased its ban.
The 2026 season brings 10 home games to Golden, including matchups against first‑time opponents from California and Texas, as the team looks to rebound from a challenging 2025 campaign.
With France, Spain, Argentina and England among the favorites, the upcoming quarterfinals promise high stakes, star power and historic narratives as the tournament heads toward a July final.
A preview of the upcoming Wednesday night matchup at Heart Health Park, highlighting the teams' records, key players and stakes.
Sophia Wilson’s 50th career goal sealed a 4‑0 victory for the Portland Thorns against Racing Louisville, highlighting the team’s league‑leading attack and the debut of the ‘Anatomy of a Goal’ series.
Eight nations remain in the World Cup quarterfinals, with France favored, Norway's surprise run, and key matches scheduled for July 14‑19, all broadcast in the U.S. on Fox, Peacock and Telemundo.
The upcoming quarterfinal between France and Morocco will be overseen by an entirely Argentine officiating team, a first for the 2026 tournament, while Kylian Mbappé hunts the Golden Boot and past disputes linger.
American soccer is at a crossroads. While the sport enjoys growing visibility, the United States has yet to produce a player who can truly dominate the world stage the way icons have in basketball, baseball or football. The path forward hinges on making soccer the default after‑school activity for the nation’s most athletic kids, a change that could be accelerated by the 2026 World Cup.
A look at the vibrant fan culture, historic performances and the growing influence of soccer across North America and beyond.
Major League Soccer unveiled its 2026 All-Star lineup, featuring 29 players who will face the Liga MX All-Stars in Charlotte on July 29. The match will be broadcast on Apple TV at 8 p.m. ET.
The United States’ round‑of‑16 World Cup match against Belgium set a new domestic television audience record, attracting 30 million viewers and peaking at over 36 million, while a separate Portugal‑Croatia game drew 11 million, underscoring the tournament’s expanding U.S. footprint.
Criticism has intensified toward Christian Pulisic after the United States failed to advance beyond the group stage, with injuries and limited minutes drawing sharp commentary from former teammates.
The article draws a parallel between the World Cup’s global hype and the rising appeal of links golf, arguing that North America’s costly, tiered golf model could be revitalized by embracing the affordable, open‑air style of the UK.
The U.S. men's national team's loss to Belgium has ignited a national conversation about the financial barriers and market dynamics shaping youth soccer in America.
With the final World Cup match at BC Place drawing sold‑out crowds, the Vancouver Whitecaps face an uncertain crossroads as a potential move to Las Vegas looms and their lease at the stadium nears its end.
The Gardner‑Webb University women’s soccer program has released its 2026 fall schedule, featuring a strong early home stretch, a challenging road trip, and a full Big South conference campaign.
The recent World Cup showcase highlighted both the city's passion for soccer and the precarious future of the Vancouver Whitecaps.