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FIFA president Gianni Infantino confirmed that discussions on expanding the World Cup to 64 teams will begin after the current edition, citing the success of the 48‑team format and the tournament's growing financial impact.
A late equaliser by Jude Bellingham, allegedly set up after the ball brushed a camera cable, prompted fierce reactions from Alfie Haaland and Norway's coach Ståle Solbakken, while FIFA defended its sensor data and highlighted another contentious offside decision involving Croatia.
An examination of the USMNT’s recent setbacks reveals that the alleged impact of Title IX on men’s soccer is overstated, with youth academy pathways and professional training offering more decisive solutions.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has outlined a plan to expand the 2030 World Cup to 64 teams, spreading matches across six nations and three continents, while European and North American officials voice opposition.
The U.S. men's national team was eliminated in the round of 16 despite high expectations, revealing pay‑for‑play barriers, a lack of tactical identity, and competition from other sports that together shape the nation's soccer challenges.
Heshimu Evans, a former Kentucky basketball star and 1998 national champion, has begun serving as a deputy sheriff in Lexington, blending his athletic legacy with community service.
Professional basketball player Kinu Rochford was killed in a Harlem tournament shooting, leaving the neighborhood in grief and prompting renewed demands for safer public spaces.
A community basketball tournament in Harlem turned deadly when professional player Kinu Rochford was shot dead, leaving two others wounded and sparking calls for greater safety at street‑level events.
From the 2028 Los Angeles Games to the 2030 World Cup, the USMNT is charting a busy international calendar that blends continental competition, global friendlies, and a new FIFA‑driven schedule.
The United States will navigate a crowded international calendar, from the 2028 Los Angeles Games to the 2030 World Cup qualifiers, without the pressure of traditional qualification for the 2026 tournament.
Spain edged Belgium 2-1 in a World Cup quarter-final marked by early goals, key injuries and a substitute heroics, setting up a clash with France. The match drew a star‑studded audience in California.
After a decorated international career, Hannah Wilkinson stepped away from soccer to focus on family and art, later returning to the game while championing LGBTQ+ visibility and mentoring the next generation.
Portugal appoints Jorge Jesus as national team coach, sparking discussion about the role of Cristiano Ronaldo and the team's direction.
Michael Edwards has stepped down from his role at Fenwick Sports Group after two years, prompting a leadership reshuffle as the club pauses its ambition to acquire a second club.
Former French World Cup winner Youri Djorkaeff has sparked debate by questioning Portugal's support for Cristiano Ronaldo during the 1998 tournament.
From the rhythm of samba to the roar of European stadiums, the author traces the forces that have reshaped Brazilian football.
Morocco's World Cup side, co‑hosting the 2026 tournament with Portugal and Spain, features players from elite European leagues, many born abroad, propelling the team to its first semifinal and redefining African football.
An exploration of why soccer stars are celebrated for their 'Goldilocks masculinity' — a mix of athletic prowess and approachable charm that resonates across social media and fan culture.
Cabo Verde's first appearance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup captured global attention, blending disciplined play with a compelling story of diaspora, independence, and emerging talent.
Morocco is channeling royal support and massive infrastructure spending into football, targeting a World Cup co‑host and a balanced talent pool that blends home‑grown stars with diaspora talent.
Despite high hopes and home‑field advantage, the U.S. men's national team fell 4‑1 to Belgium, exposing persistent defensive flaws and raising questions about coaching and player development.
Predictive analysis highlights France’s favored attack, Morocco’s historic surge, Spain’s youthful flair and Belgium’s resurgence, while diverse voices from analysts to a six-year-old fan add color to the quarter-final landscape.
Morocco's surprising run in the 2026 World Cup reflects a decade‑long overhaul of its football infrastructure, driven by the Mohammed VI Academy and guided by coaches such as Nasser Larguet and Walid Regragui.
Spain's 35‑match unbeaten run under Luis de la Fuente clashes with Belgium's gritty campaign, which includes a 4‑1 win over the United States and the loss of Amadou Onana to injury.