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From record‑setting assists at the University of Tennessee to a summer with the Spurs and a future in the Basketball Bundesliga, Zakai Zeigler shares his journey, his community work, and the next step toward Germany.
FIFA’s attempt to embed private capital in its commercial core collapsed under coordinated opposition, exposing deep fractures and raising questions about the organization’s public‑interest mandate.
The 2026 Onze d’Or award, decided entirely by fan votes on Onze Mondial’s site, pits rising stars and legends against each other, reviving the award’s deep connection to Lionel Messi and Barcelona’s storied past.
At just seven, Olivia Moultrie set her sights on becoming the world’s best soccer player. By fifteen she had dismantled the NWSL’s age barrier, debuted on the U.S. national team, and signed with Nike, charting a path that blends athletic ambition with family support.
Spain edged Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 World Cup final at New York New Jersey Stadium, with coach Elmer Magana and captain Erik Badzak sharing their thoughts on the outcome, Messi’s legacy, and the tournament’s emotional resonance.
Brentford FC broke its transfer record to sign 24‑year‑old Mali international Mamadou Sangaré from Lens, agreeing to a five‑year contract with an option for an additional year. The undisclosed fee surpasses the club’s previous £42.5 million benchmark.
FIFA chief Gianni Infantino abandoned a scheme to sell a 20% stake in upcoming tournament earnings after a coordinated backlash from European and international soccer authorities, leading to resignations and doubts about his leadership.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino abandoned a controversial proposal to sell a 20% stake in future World Cup profits after intense backlash from soccer bodies, executives and fans.
The University of North Carolina announced a 14‑game non‑conference slate that includes top‑ranked opponents, neutral‑site matchups and a season‑opening game in Paris, aiming to extend its postseason run.
A controversial proposal to privatize parts of FIFA, including the World Cup, has ignited a crisis that threatens the organization's leadership and could reshape global football governance.
Rennes has agreed to sign defender Charlie Cresswell from Toulouse FC in a transfer deal worth up to €28 million, including a €2.5 million loan fee and a fixed €22.5 million purchase obligation next summer.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has called off a controversial proposal to sell a 20% stake in future World Cup revenues to private investors, a plan that had sparked a firestorm across the sport's governing bodies and fan bases.
From a childhood diagnosis to a $20,000 matching pledge, Texas Longhorns lineman Trevor Goosby is reshaping the conversation around congenital heart defects, while fellow athletes launch parallel initiatives across the nation.
A plan to sell a 20% stake in future World Cup profits to private investors, including Thrive Eternal, sparked worldwide resistance and raised doubts about Gianni Infantino's continued rule.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino abandoned a controversial plan to spin off a $20 billion commercial entity after Europe’s football bodies threatened to boycott FIFA competitions, citing concerns over commercialization and political entanglements.
FIFA chief Gianni Infantino’s proposal to monetize future World Cup earnings by offering a 20% stake to private investors collapsed under pressure from European football’s governing body and a wave of resignations within the organization.
FIFA’s plan to monetize future World Cup profits through a $4.2 billion stake sale faced immediate resistance from European federations, senior officials and even Donald Trump, leading to its abandonment and casting doubt on Infantino’s reelection prospects.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino scraps a $4.2 billion private‑investment plan for World Cup profits after fierce opposition from UEFA, member federations and political figures.
Arkansas opens a four‑game exhibition series in the Bahamas, featuring a youthful roster, eligibility concerns and a coaching staff led by assistant Kenny Payne.
WNBA star Dominique Malonga discusses her historic achievements, her strategic use of All-Star exposure, and her plans to blend a computer science degree with a post‑basketball career in tech and music.
UEFA warns that if FIFA proceeds with a $20 billion spin‑off of its commercial arm, all European national teams will refuse to compete in any FIFA‑sanctioned tournament, a stance that could derail the 2030 World Cup.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino's plan to raise $4.2 billion by selling stakes in future World Cup revenues has ignited a firestorm, drawing condemnation from UEFA, resignations of senior officials and raising questions about the sport's governance.
The 2030 Winter Olympics in the French Alps will feature 25-player women's hockey rosters, reflecting a broader push for gender parity and building on the sport's growing prominence.
A look at the major sporting events, broadcast partners and key storylines shaping August 2026.