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On, the Swiss performance‑footwear brand, is exploring a move into football following confirmation by co‑founder Olivier Bernhard, a step that would diversify its portfolio after a dramatic financial rebound.
Stéphanie Frappart, the first woman to referee a men’s World Cup game, joins UEFA as a full‑time refereeing officer, succeeding Dagmar Damková and bringing her extensive experience to the development of European match officials.
From becoming the first woman to officiate a men's World Cup match to overseeing elite European fixtures, Stéphanie Frappart’s career takes a new turn as she steps into a UEFA role that will influence the appointment of match officials across the continent.
The Athletic’s daily preview mixes professional insight with unexpected contributors, recapping recent results and projecting the next wave of knockout‑stage battles.
A five‑match suspension handed down by FIFA follows a tackle that fractured Ismael Kone's leg, prompting a hospital visit from Assim Madibo and Qatar's sports minister.
A five‑match ban for Madibo follows a brutal tackle that fractured Kone’s leg, while both teams prepare for decisive fixtures.
Landon DuPont, a highly touted CHL 'exceptional status' player, has chosen the University of Michigan, joining a blue line that already features prospects Henry Mews and Cameron Reid.
Jesse Puljujarvi’s strong season in Switzerland has reignited NHL interest, as the Finnish forward looks to reclaim his place in North America after a hip‑free season abroad.
Despite 80% possession and 19 shots, England settled for a 0-0 draw against Ghana, a result that cements their progression but leaves fans yearning for more incisive play.
Swedish defender Maja Göthberg wins a landmark CAS ruling, securing over €70,000 in compensation after Lazio Women terminated talks upon learning of her pregnancy.
Yesterday’s action saw Portugal crush Uzbekistan, England hold Ghana, while Croatia and Colombia secured narrow victories; today’s schedule pits Switzerland against Canada and Scotland against Brazil, all tracked on The Athletic’s interactive Pick’Em platform.
Jesse Marsch has led Canada to its inaugural World Cup win, blending a fiery coaching style with a global career that spans MLS, Austria, Germany and the UK, aiming to evolve soccer in a country where hockey has long reigned supreme.
Ahead of a decisive World Cup qualifier, Canada’s squad receives a motivational boost from Steve Nash as Coach Jesse Marsch outlines a balanced, aggressive approach, while Alphonso Davies returns from injury.
USA Hockey announces its 2026‑27 promotional schedule, detailing home and away games, college series matchups, charity events and international tournaments for its under‑18 and under‑17 national teams.
With a win or draw enough to top Group B, Canada prepares for a pivotal World Cup clash against Switzerland, hoping to overcome the absence of midfielder Ismael Kone.
As the Iranian national team prepared for a World Cup match in Los Angeles, a fraudulent claimant with ties to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps was stopped at the border, igniting a cascade of diplomatic warnings and threats.
From roller‑hockey decks in the Caribbean to the ice rinks of North America, Ryder Cali is climbing the NHL draft rankings with size, skill, and family support.
A man tied to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps was barred from entering the United States with the national soccer team, raising questions about travel restrictions, diplomatic talks, and the broader geopolitical backdrop of the World Cup.
From CHL accolades to a gold‑medal performance with Canada, Xavier Villeneuve’s rise is marked by dazzling skill, injury setbacks, and a commitment to Boston University, where coaches see a future NHL mainstay.
The Athletic offers daily forecasts for the tournament, featuring expert insights, fan predictions and a unique leaderboard that tracks accuracy.
Ron Francis, a Hall‑of‑Fame center who captured two Stanley Cups with the Pittsburgh Penguins, is set to advise the team, while veteran defenseman Justin Schultz returns to Seattle as a player development coach. Young centerman Logan Morrison also secures a new contract with the Kraken after a breakout AHL season.
From Boston’s birthday celebrations to Dallas barbecue experiments, visitors from around the world are rewriting narratives about America’s hospitality and diversity.
From skepticism to praise, travelers at the 2026 World Cup highlight cultural surprises, local hospitality and lingering obstacles as the tournament reshapes perceptions of the United States.
International fans at the 2026 World Cup share how warm American hospitality and unexpected cultural encounters are reshaping perceptions of the United States.