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At 16, Alain Gomez‑Gudiño celebrated his birthday in a Mexican train station while awaiting U.S. entry, carrying a mitt soaked in river water from eight nations. His journey, marked by hardship and triumph, culminates in Arizona’s top baseball honor.
Joe Gonzalez becomes the first Dallas ISD student to earn an international soccer scholarship, while coach Marisela Lopez expands access through the Dallas Athletics Club and community programs.
Joe Gonzalez becomes the first Dallas ISD student to earn an overseas soccer scholarship, while district leader Marisela Lopez expands access through the Dallas Athletics Club and a new showcase for college scouts.
Ron Eden, longtime head coach of Brentwood High School boys soccer, passed away after a battle with illness. He was close to breaking the county win record, led his teams to four state championships, and was named United Soccer Coaches national coach of the year in 2024.
Roberto Hernandez, a coach with extensive experience across college, club and development soccer, has been appointed head coach of the Shorter University men's soccer team. His recent work at Fresno Pacific University demonstrated a dramatic defensive improvement, and his background spans playing stints in California and international youth representation.
The third edition of the Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup concluded in Paris with Libya securing a historic men's title and Guatemala defending their women's crown, while the event celebrated athletes from 23 nations and announced the next host.
Founded by Justin Halladay in 2008, Project Béisbol connects thousands of young players across eight countries, leveraging baseball for social integration, humanitarian aid, and personal development.
After losing star outfielder Jackson Hotchkiss, Washington Huskies coach Eddie Smith turns to sophomore Daniel Porras, a Guatemalan talent poised to fill the void and drive the team’s next season.
The U.S. soccer squad, rich with foreign‑born talent and dual citizens, mirrors the immigrant heritage of the nation's founders and demonstrates how diversity strengthens society.
As the United States celebrates its 250th birthday, the national soccer team showcases a lineup shaped by immigrant roots, echoing the nation's founding principles.
A photographer documents a unique sight: fifteen dogs dressed in Messi jerseys, reflecting Argentina’s collective hope during the tournament.
The upcoming tournament in Paris will feature 24 teams, health initiatives and programs that highlight the power of inclusive football.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to amplify consumer demand and strain logistics across Latin America, prompting retailers and brands to lean on integrated supply chain solutions.
As the World Cup captures global attention, Utah’s Latino neighborhoods are weaving the sport into a tapestry of identity, community and shared memory.
Lionel Messi's new goal record ignites admiration among supporters in Kansas City, where personal stories and cross‑border connections highlight his influence both on and off the pitch.
A community‑driven art initiative invites young Angelenos to decorate 1,000 wooden hexagons that will become part of a large‑scale installation at City Hall, honoring the city’s role in the upcoming 2026 men’s World Cup.
The Athletic’s senior editor Will Jeanes designs a daily soccer‑themed puzzle for the 2026 World Cup, grouping 16 words into four categories with a single solution.
Seattle‑Tacoma International Airport is enriching its terminals with a series of public artworks tied to an upcoming global soccer event, blending local talent with creators from across the globe.
Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, Ecuador will host Guatemala in an international friendly that promises tactical intrigue and a test of form for both nations.
Ecuador and Guatemala meet in a pre‑2026 World Cup friendly, offering both teams a chance to test tactics and personnel before the global tournament.
When Paul Caligiuri struck the ball that sent the United States back to the World Cup after four decades, he ignited a transformation that turned soccer from a fringe pastime into the nation’s third-most popular sport.
Toca Social, a soccer entertainment franchise, has opened its first U.S. location in Dallas and its first franchise unit in Mexico, just weeks before the World Cup, aiming to capture new audiences through virtual games, food, and beverage services.
Diego Luna’s omission from the U.S. World Cup squad, despite a standout 2025 season and key Gold Cup contributions, sparks debate over midfield depth and injury contingencies.
From May 26 through July 31, the fast-casual chain Pollo Campero is tying its iconic Guatemalan-born brand to the world's favorite sport with a series of soccer-inspired menu items, a plush-toy giveaway and a tournament-style coupon bracket, all part of a broader campaign that underscores the company's five-decade heritage and its commitment to social causes.