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The Dutch team overcame an early loss to win the championship, with key performances from Denzel Richardson and Sem Kuijper, while Czechia dominated Germany for third place
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The Dutch team overcame an early loss to win the championship, with key performances from Denzel Richardson and Sem Kuijper, while Czechia dominated Germany for third place

The U.S. men's national team failed to advance past the round of 16 in the World Cup, a result that underscores the limitations of a pay‑to‑play system and raises questions about the nation's soccer identity.

A look at the vibrant fan culture, historic performances and the growing influence of soccer across North America and beyond.

The International Ice Hockey Federation and the IOC have lifted the ban on Russia, permitting the women's national team to vie for the 2027 World Championships and the 2030 Olympic Games, while domestic league developments and player movements signal a shifting landscape.

Russia’s women’s hockey program is set to re‑enter the global stage at the 2027 World Championships and the 2030 Olympics, bringing star talent and geopolitical controversy to the sport.

Anna Leigh Waters, once a top youth soccer talent, pivoted to pickleball where she now dominates, earning record titles, a Nike deal and a place on TIME’s Most Influential list.

The latest Deloitte study shows European soccer generated $45.8 billion in the 2024‑25 season, with the Premier League leading the pack and Ligue 1 experiencing its steepest commercial drop. Analysts caution that cramming more matches may not solve the underlying revenue pressures.

After a 4‑1 loss to Belgium in the 2026 World Cup, U.S. Soccer is weighing whether to re‑appoint Mauricio Pochettino for the 2030 tournament, a move that could reshape the nation's soccer narrative.

A combination of lower European demand, visibility limits on eBay and surplus from pack openings creates price discrepancies that U.S. collectors can exploit, while European sellers gain new audiences.

The United States men’s national team left the recent World Cup with more questions than answers, prompting a swift examination of its leadership, key players, and structural weaknesses.

Spain's defensive dominance, Mexico's rising talent, and the clash between Germany and China highlight the dynamics of Group B in the upcoming FIBA U17 Women's Basketball World Cup.
The Indiana Hoosiers will open their summer schedule with an exhibition against College Jean-de-Brebeuf before traveling to Lima, Peru, for the FISU America Games, where new tactical experiments and emerging talent will be put to the test.

Recent World Cup exits highlight a lingering barrier for the U.S. men's national team, even as new talents emerge and the tournament format expands.

The 19‑year‑old Italian forward, a bronze‑medalist on the world stage, has signed with Rutgers, adding depth, versatility and a future NBA outlook to the program.
Four regional soccer coaches recount their experiences watching World Cup matches in person and from afar, highlighting family rituals, stadium energy, and the tournament’s global impact.
Four youth soccer coaches, scattered across continents, recount the excitement, atmosphere and personal moments they experienced while following the 2026 World Cup.

A deep dive into the physics that lets players bend the ball, the legends who mastered it, and the moments that defined its impact on the modern game.

A quarter‑century of limited progress, highlighted by key performances from Folarin Balogun and Malik Tillman, raises questions about the future of the U.S. men's national team.

The U.S. men's national team has repeatedly exited the World Cup at the round of 16, and despite investment and new talent, systemic issues remain.

Despite expanded World Cup slots, the U.S. men's team still stumbles at the round of 16, prompting coach Mauricio Pochettino to target goalkeeping and squad depth as the path to future success.

A 4‑1 loss to Belgium highlights persistent gaps in the U.S. men's team, prompting coach Mauricio Pochettino to call for improvement in goalkeeping and overall performance.

The U.S. Men's National Team fell 4-1 to Belgium in the World Cup, shattering earlier optimism about a deep run and prompting reflection on the nation's soccer development.

Eduards Tralmaks has signed with the Edmonton Oilers after a 26‑goal AHL season, prompting a 5 million koruna deal for his rights in the Czech Extraliga and a new leadership role for Latvia in the European Nations Cup.

Forward Eduards Tralmaks has signed a five‑year contract with the Edmonton Oilers after a landmark transfer that saw Karoly Vary exchange his rights to Kladno for cash, and he is now set to lead Latvia in the upcoming three‑on‑three tournament in Riga.