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FIFA President Gianni Infantino has suggested expanding the World Cup to 64 teams, a move that would reshape the competition's economics and global footprint while sparking resistance from key continental bodies.
From the final MLS season under the current format to the centenary 2030 World Cup spread across three continents, the sport’s schedule is set for transformative milestones.
After Argentina's defeat in the World Cup final, Emiliano Martínez considers stepping away from the national team while contemplating his next club move.
Mervedi Miteo, a 17‑year‑old power forward from the Congo, has committed to Rutgers for the 2026‑27 season, bringing size and experience from Spain’s Liga ACB and the national team.
The university announced the signing of Mervedi Miteo, a 6‑foot‑10 forward from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, completing a roster that has been reshaped by multiple overseas additions.
The recent World Cup has ignited a wave of soccer enthusiasm across the U.S., bringing together fans from Berkeley to Boston and beyond, while exposing visa hurdles and fostering a shared sense of identity.
CONMEBOL president Alejandro Dominguez confirmed that the 2030 World Cup will feature 64 teams, with matches spread across six nations to mark the tournament’s 100th anniversary.
La Liga President Javier Tebas denounced FIFA's plan for a 64‑team World Cup in 2030, calling the governing body's leadership out of touch and questioning the viability of a tournament that could undermine the domestic football ecosystem.
Spain's defender Marc Cucurella upheld a 16‑year ritual by burying a coin before the final, a moment captured by teammate Joan Capdevila, as the nation celebrated a 1‑0 win over Argentina.
Rutgers University has announced the commitment of 17‑year‑old Mervedi Miteo, a 6‑foot‑10 forward‑center from Kinshasa, bringing international experience from Spain and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Enzo Fernández expressed appreciation for Argentine supporters following his red card in the World Cup final, while analysts have heavily criticized his display.
With the next Women's World Cup slated for Brazil next summer, Spain sits atop the global rankings. The United States will face Spain in October in a key qualifier, while Brazil, yet to lift the trophy, eyes a breakthrough. Veteran forward Marta, now 41, may still feature, and the tournament's expanding landscape promises new storylines.
La Liga president Javier Tebas has openly demanded the resignation of FIFA president Gianni Infantino, accusing him of jeopardizing football’s integrity by pushing a 64‑team World Cup and mishandling the 2026 tournament’s logistics.
The 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup will unfold across Brazil next summer, featuring Spain's dominant squad, U.S. tune‑up matches, and Brazil's long‑awaited bid for its first title.
Rutgers University has finalized its 2026‑27 men’s basketball roster, welcoming Congolese forward Mervedi Miteo and a group of international and domestic transfers. The moves aim to bolster depth and competitiveness as the Scarlet Knights prepare for Big Ten play.
The Upshot League, a four‑team women’s basketball league in its debut season, is set to crown its first champion on Aug. 29 in Jacksonville, with plans to expand and deepen ties to the WNBA.
Rutgers has completed its 2026‑27 roster by adding 17‑year‑old forward Mervedi Miteo from the Democratic Republic of Congo, completing all 15 scholarships and finalizing a strategic international recruitment.
Nearly 63 million viewers tuned in for the Spain‑Argentina final, a record for Spanish‑language soccer broadcasts, sparking debate over the sport’s rising influence in the United States.
Nike’s vice president Camilo Andrade acknowledges that the brand’s performance in the recent World Cup final missed expectations, citing underestimated U.S. jersey demand and design flaws, while eyeing a leadership role in the upcoming 2027 Women’s World Cup.
The 44‑year‑old Spaniard joins the MLS side after stints in England and aims to guide the club back to the postseason.
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time, drawing a combined 62.8 million U.S. viewers and sparking demand for future World Cup rights.
St. John's University announced the addition of Hungarian forward Zsombor Maronka, who brings Bundesliga experience and national team credentials after Donnie Freeman's season‑ending injury.
From Barcelona’s working‑class neighborhoods to the Canary Islands, the personal stories of Spain’s young stars reveal how familial support and immigrant roots shaped a historic victory.
N.C. State announced the signing of Adriá Muñoz, a speedy defender who honed his game at FC Barcelona’s famed La Masia youth system.