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After guiding the United States to a historic group‑stage victory at the 2026 World Cup, Mauricio Pochettino has signed a four‑year contract extension that will carry him through the 2030 tournament, while also overseeing youth development and national team strategy.
The Norwegian side is set to face Union Saint‑Gilloise in the third qualifying round, with a potential showdown against Greek or Dutch opponents awaiting the winner, as seven teams will earn places in the upcoming main‑phase draw in Monaco.
Leny Jérôme, a French defender with experience in Championnat National 2 and National 3, has committed to UCF Knights soccer for the fall 2026 season, attracted by the university's blend of academic rigor and athletic excellence.
The draw in Nyon confirmed matchups for the League Path and Champions Path, with first legs scheduled for August 18‑19 and second legs for August 25‑26.
The record-breaking transfer of James Trafford highlights the growing financial stakes attached to the goalkeeper role, a position once considered immune to sky‑high fees.
Chelsea’s recent signings of Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson reflect a deliberate pivot toward experience, aiming to cure the club’s chronic immaturity and inconsistency.
Recent transfer speculation links top clubs with high‑profile signings, from Victor Osimhen’s potential move to Chelsea to Cody Gakpo’s possible £72 million switch, while MLS ambitions and international offers reshape player trajectories.
Slovenia clinched its inaugural U18 EuroBasket crown in Sofia, with Stefan Joksimovic named MVP as the top five teams booked their places at the 2027 U19 World Cup and promotion spots were reassigned.
A private investment proposal for the World Cup has been abandoned, UEFA has threatened to boycott future tournaments, and several high‑profile figures are being discussed as potential replacements for Gianni Infantino.
Manchester United are exploring a move for Arsenal’s teenage midfielder Myles Lewis‑Skelly, a player whose experience and adaptability could address United’s left‑back concerns, while Arsenal weighs sales of academy talent to fund high‑profile signings.
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.