Soccer literature prepares fans for the 2026 World Cup
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup set to unfold across North America, a curated selection of books offers insight into the sport's many layers, from tactical nuance to personal memory.
Jun 9, 2026
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USWNT’s Brazil Friendly Defeat Offers Crucial Lessons Ahead of 2027 World Cup
The U.S. women’s national team fell 2‑1 to Brazil in front of a sold‑out crowd, with Sophia Wilson’s first post‑motherhood goal and Dudinha’s versatile display providing key takeaways.
Jun 9, 2026
World Cup 2026: A New Era of Global Football Unfolds
The first joint hosting of the World Cup by the United States, Canada and Mexico brings 48 teams, 104 matches and a wave of excitement that could redefine the tournament's legacy.
Jun 8, 2026
Lincoln Financial Field to Host FIFA World Cup Matches Under New Name
Since opening in 2003, Lincoln Financial Field has hosted historic soccer fixtures, from Manchester United versus FC Barcelona to U.S. Women’s National Team triumphs, and will now stage World Cup games under a temporary rebrand.
Jun 8, 2026
College Football’s Brazilian Experiment: Promise, Pitfalls, and Path Forward
The author reflects on the allure of staging college football games in Brazil, the confusion over team selections, and the need for stronger partnerships to make such ventures sustainable.
Jun 4, 2026
Kevin Magnussen Makes NASCAR Cup Series Debut with Trackhouse Racing’s PROJECT91 in San Diego
Former F1 star Kevin Magnussen will step into the NASCAR Cup Series for the first time, driving for Trackhouse Racing’s PROJECT91 program in a 3.4‑mile street circuit at San Diego’s Naval Base Coronado on June 21.
Jun 3, 2026
Magnussen Makes NASCAR Debut with Qualcomm‑Powered Entry in San Diego
Trackhouse Racing and Qualcomm Technologies team up to debut Danish former Formula 1 driver Kevin Magnussen in NASCAR’s inaugural San Diego event, leveraging AI and the PROJECT91 platform.
Jun 3, 2026
Summer Break and Global Spotlight: The NWSL’s Quiet Revolution
With the NWSL entering a month‑long hiatus for the men's World Cup, teams jostle for playoff positioning, while the USWNT prepares for high‑profile friendlies in Brazil. Meanwhile, the USL Super League crowns a champion and questions linger about the future of emerging leagues.
Jun 2, 2026
Kat Rader Joins U.S. Under-23 Women’s National Team Camp in Brazil
Former Duke University star Kat Rader has been named to the United States Under‑23 Women’s National Team training camp in São Paulo, where she will face league‑leading SC Corinthians Paulista in a pair of matches as part of the road to the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
May 29, 2026
Charlotte Smith Announces 2026‑27 Women’s Basketball Staff Updates
Elon University's women's basketball program reveals a reshaped coaching staff for the upcoming season, highlighting the return of alumna Shay Burnett and the elevation of Shelbie Davenport.
May 28, 2026