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Lionel Messi’s decision to retire from international soccer comes after leading Argentina to the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, capping a career that includes two World Cup titles, two Copa América victories, and a record 98 goals for his country.
Lionel Messi announced his retirement from Argentina’s national team after the 2024 World Cup final, citing personal loss and a desire to step back after two decades of service.
Six Liberty field hockey players have been named to the 2026 NFHCA Watchlist, highlighting the program’s depth and ambition as it prepares to launch the season against Maine.
A historic World Cup exit has sparked criticism of Pakistan's hockey decline, with calls to prioritize the Asian Games and address talent shortages
The Black Sticks, ranked 11th globally, are set to contest their eighth straight FIH Hockey World Cup, aiming to translate recent Nations Cup dominance into a breakthrough performance on the world stage.
Howard University’s football program is reaching beyond traditional MEAC borders to attract players from Nigeria, Cameroon, the Bahamas and England, reshaping its roster with size, speed and diverse backgrounds.
The upcoming SA U21 Interprovincial Tournament in Gqeberha will test Eastern Province’s women’s side against Western Province, North West and Free State, with captain Jorja Andrews urging fans to back the team as it aims for semifinal contention.
A thigh tear ends the 20‑year‑old centre‑back's MLS campaign, forcing Chicago Fire to adjust tactics while he prepares for a World Cup‑laden future.
With a $20 billion World Cup media‑rights proposal abandoned, FIFA president Gianni Infantino is turning to the 54‑nation African bloc. The Confederation of African Football, led by billionaire Patrick Motsepe, has publicly backed him, a move that could blunt European dissent and a looming boycott.
From 2010 to 2017, nutrition coach Holger Stromberg transformed the German national soccer team’s relationship with food, turning dietary guidance into a narrative that blended culinary artistry with athletic performance.
New Zealand will contest its 12th FIH Hockey Men’s World Cup 2026, seeking to build on recent Nations Cup successes and a rich hockey heritage.
The 11th Baseball For All Nationals, the largest girls' baseball tournament in U.S. history, took place in Rockford from July 19 to 25, featuring nearly 1,000 players aged 6-18 from the U.S. and abroad, with an estimated $1.7 million economic impact.
The first leg of the 2026 World Masters Hockey Masters World Cup concluded in the Netherlands, delivering a blend of victories, shoot‑out drama and standout performances for the United States across its nine squads.
Historian Chuck Carlson explores the forgotten soccer heritage of Illinois Valley, from 19th‑century coal‑town clubs to the rise of women’s soccer, at a public talk in Utica.
In his newly released memoir, Stanford professor emeritus William B. Gould IV reflects on a career that intersected with landmark labor disputes, civil‑rights victories, and the stories of his enslaved ancestor, offering a roadmap for a new generation of workers.
Mauricio Pochettino is close to agreeing to a four‑year deal to coach the U.S. men’s national team again, a move that would place him among a small group of coaches whose second tenures have produced mixed outcomes.
Mexico City’s Estadio Banorte, known globally as Estadio Azteca, has made history by hosting three FIFA World Cup opening matches after a massive renovation, and is now set to welcome NFL and Elton John.
After stints across Asia, Europe, Africa and the Middle East, Cleanthony Early is channeling his basketball journey into a summer camp in Poughkeepsie, teaming up with Darnell Edge and Justin Robinson to give young players a taste of elite training.
In a recent FOX News interview, Landon Donovan discusses how the 2022 World Cup reshaped soccer’s profile in America, highlighting soaring viewership, expanding youth participation, and the role of corporate partners like AT&T in accelerating the sport’s growth.
The sudden death of South African footballer Jayden Adams at 25 has sparked an outpouring of grief, with his partner Aqueelah Adendorf sharing heartfelt memories of their daughter and his career.
The sudden death of 25‑year‑old midfielder Jayden Adams, a World Cup participant, has sparked grief in South Africa and beyond, with his father highlighting the family's struggle and officials praising his character.
Two recent wins under interim head coach Ryan Richter highlight a Union roster in flux, with key players awaiting contract decisions amid a reshaped MLS schedule.
An examination of how All-Star traditions in other leagues inform the NWSL’s consideration of a showcase event, set against the backdrop of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has turned Gainesville, Florida, into a vibrant hub where fans from dozens of nations converge in pubs, breweries and restaurants, forging a community bound by shared passion for soccer.