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Why the United States Calls It ‘Soccer’ While the World Calls It ‘Football’

The 2026 World Cup will be hosted by Mexico, Canada and the United States, but the word ‘soccer’ remains an American oddity. Its origin lies in 19th‑century Oxford, where students coined the abbreviation from ‘association football’. Although the term spread across Europe and South America, it survived only in a handful of countries, including the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, South Africa and Japan.

Jun 12, 2026

The Rise of Soccer in America: From 1994 World Cup to 2026 Dreams

From a record‑breaking 1994 final in Pasadena to the arrival of global icons in Major League Soccer, the sport’s footprint has expanded dramatically. Historian John Sloop explains how attitudes have shifted and what the 2026 tournament means for the next generation of fans.

Jun 12, 2026