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The 2026 high school football season in the Milwaukee area is set to begin on August 4, with the first games on August 20. Standout offensive linemen are committing to major college programs, while local teams look to build on recent state title successes.
The Deseret News breaks down all 20 Class 2A programs, spotlighting newcomers, returning stars and title hopefuls as the season kicks off.
Carlos Cordeiro, a veteran soccer administrator, has stepped down from his advisory role to FIFA President Gianni Infantino after a proposed $4.2 billion sale of World Cup shares sparked opposition from key confederations and raised questions about the sport’s financial future.
A 12‑team Superflex mock draft highlighted an unprecedented run on quarterbacks, the unexpected slide of Christian McCaffrey, and the varied roster constructions of three fantasy experts.
At the 2026 College Football Media Days, key storylines included the SEC’s breakaway discussions, a push for a 24‑team playoff, and notable player health updates, reflecting the sport’s shifting dynamics.
Carlos Cordeiro resigned from his role as FIFA adviser and White House Task Force member, opposing a plan to sell a $20 billion stake in the World Cup to private investors, citing the sport’s heritage and FIFA’s ample reserves.
After a promising freshman season limited by minutes, Cayden Boozer is set to shoulder a larger load for the Blue Devils, whose backcourt boasts multiple starting-caliber point guards.
After a historic championship, Indiana’s football program is shifting focus from past glory to a disciplined, development‑driven approach for the upcoming 2026 campaign.
European football’s governing bodies have united in a rare show of dissent, announcing that they will not take part in any FIFA‑sanctioned competitions as a protest against a controversial proposal to monetize the sport’s flagship tournaments.
FIFA’s senior adviser Carlos Cordeiro quit after criticizing the proposal to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors, calling the deal a bad bargain for football’s future.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino's attempt to sell commercial stakes in the World Cup has been rebuffed by a coalition of European and North American football bodies, raising questions about governance and the future of the tournament.
The United States has aligned with world football's governing bodies in opposition to a controversial plan to monetize the 2026 World Cup, raising questions about governance and political ties.
Franco Baresi, who devoted his entire playing career to AC Milan and captained Italy to the 1994 World Cup final, passed away on Friday morning. His death has sparked an outpouring of grief across the soccer world.
The newly formed WPBL will open its first season this weekend in Springfield, Illinois, featuring teams from Los Angeles, San Francisco, Boston and New York, a roster of over 600 international players and a broadcast partnership with ESPN and YouTube.
Veteran reliever Darren O’Day reflects on six seasons in Baltimore, the tight‑knit bullpen he helped build, and the challenges facing the current Orioles roster
In the 1990s the University of Massachusetts transformed from a mid‑major program into a national contender, reaching the 1996 Final Four before a cascade of sanctions and coaching turnover erased its momentum.
After two seasons in the Cottonwood League, Silver Valley High School’s football team is back in the Manzanita League, bringing back 17 players and a roster dotted with military‑family talent.
The deadline for signing 2027 MLB Draft selections came and went on Monday, revealing new professional pathways for several USC alumni and a surprising decision by a top prospect to remain in college.
A report by Jordan Bianchi reveals a tentative 2027 calendar that could move Bristol back to the regular season, drop Darlington and World Wide Technology Raceway from the Chase, and add Chicago as a new venue. Fans are already voicing discontent over the possible loss of North Wilkesboro and the inclusion of Richmond in the playoffs.
Coach T.J. Otzelberger challenges sophomore guard Killyan Toure to become the best on‑ball defender in the country, building on the success of last season’s shooting challenge for Milan Momcilovic.
From a winless start to a state quarterfinal run, Satellite High’s football team is ready to test its mettle against defending champions Space Coast as the new season kicks off.
With a 13-0 start in 2023 and a 5-7 record in 2025, the Seminoles are under intense pressure to rebound. Coach Mike Norvell's future, standout talent like Duce Robinson and Ashton Daniels, and a challenging slate of games against Alabama, Miami and Clemson will define the 2026 campaign.
Coaches across the American Conference reflect on how the transfer portal reshapes roster building, offering players new pathways and financial prospects.
The University of Central Florida is gearing up for the 2026 college football season under head coach Scott Frost, with transfer Alonza Barnett III expected to lead a revitalized offense.