
Penalty Shootouts Rewrite World Cup History in Dramatic Fashion
Two tightly contested World Cup matches were decided by penalty shootouts after 1‑1 draws, highlighting the tournament’s evolving rules and historic precedents.
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Two tightly contested World Cup matches were decided by penalty shootouts after 1‑1 draws, highlighting the tournament’s evolving rules and historic precedents.
After ten years and two championship‑winning goals, forward Katie Lampson announces her retirement, thanking the sport for its gifts of travel, friendship and growth, while Gotham FC president Yael Averbuch West hails her indelible mark on the club.

After ten years and stints across five countries, forward Katie Lampson hangs up her boots, citing gratitude for the sport that shaped her life and career.

After three seasons battling relegation, Los Angeles FC has sold its majority share in Grasshopper Club Zürich to Bridge Football Group, signaling a new chapter for the historic Swiss side.

Midwestern State’s forward Liam Pritchard, a native of England, has been named the Lone Star Conference 2025‑26 Men’s Athlete of the Year, capping a season that included a national title and multiple individual accolades.
Ranjit Bajaj, who runs the Minerva Academy and owns Delhi FC, asserts that his U‑13 players score higher on the Yo‑Yo test than Virat Kohli, whose 21.6 remains India’s benchmark. The statement, made on a podcast, pits football fitness against cricket’s elite standards.
Professional Game Match Officials is undergoing a major transformation, merging into a single Professional Referee Group and securing multi‑league funding to enhance officiating standards and opportunities.

A look at the 2026 World Cup group stage, highlighting surprise performances, early exits, and the emerging favorites.

As the United States prepares for a pivotal World Cup encounter, the narrative of its men’s national team is woven from a tapestry of historic triumphs and near‑misses, shaping the sport’s growth at home.

A string of defeats, public backlash and leadership upheaval have exposed deep‑seated problems in Korean football, from alleged favoritism to coaching decisions that sidelined star forward Son Heung‑min.

The upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, with matches slated in Philadelphia and across the country, marks a turning point for a sport that once struggled for attention. Today, professional leagues thrive, women’s teams dominate internationally, and a new generation of players and fans fuels a rapid rise.

Fox’s World Cup contract ends after 2026, sparking a battle among streaming services and traditional broadcasters for the next generation of soccer rights.

Once confined to the stadium, soccer jerseys now dominate streetwear, driven by high‑profile partnerships, retro city tributes and a cultural shift that sees fans of all ages treating the shirt as a fashion statement.

The introduction of three‑minute hydration breaks has split matches into 22‑minute quarters, giving coaches a tactical window that is reshaping gameplay, substitutions and statistical trends.

A flurry of negotiations, personal terms and strategic moves define the latest wave of football transfers.

The knockout phase of the 2026 World Cup features 32 teams, highlighted by France's +300 favorite status, Argentina's +400 odds, and a surge of betting activity on the United States.

An exploration of extra time in World Cup knockout matches, its rules, historic moments, and the players who have defined its drama.

After cashing out their 401(k)s to launch a staffing software firm, the Miles duo expanded into soccer team ownership and a multi‑location brewery, serving their beer in stadiums worldwide.

An exploration of extra time rules, historic moments, and the dramatic impact of extended play in the sport's most prestigious tournament.

The annual FIFA Best XI highlights the season's standout performers, featuring emerging talents from Spain, England and Portugal alongside seasoned veterans marking their swan songs on the world stage.

Predictions highlight France’s dominance, Messi’s legacy, and potential shocks like an early U.S. exit, while fan cultures from Argentina, Scotland and Ecuador add vibrant energy.

U.S. Soccer weighs extending Mauricio Pochettino through the 2030 World Cup, balancing a historic coaching legacy with the pressures of a global tournament.

A look at the standout and underperforming members of the U.S. men's national team as they prepare for the knockout rounds, with an eye on emerging talents and the fitness of their star attacker.

After a celebrated cricket career, Liam Plunkett struck out a batter on his baseball debut for the Oakland Ballers, marking the first time an English World Cup winner has played professional baseball.