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FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s plan to create a $20 billion subsidiary, backed by Thrive Capital and overseen by J.P. Morgan, has drawn opposition from UEFA, CONCACAF, the Asian Football Confederation and British Prime Minister Andy Burnham, who argues the sport must stay in the hands of supporters.
FIFA’s plan to spin off a $20 billion subsidiary and offer external investors up to a 20 % stake in World Cup commercial rights has ignited opposition from soccer officials, European governing bodies and political leaders, who warn of excessive commercialization and close links to U.S. President Donald Trump.
CBS Sports extends its English-language soccer rights for the Concacaf Champions Cup, Central American Cup and Caribbean Cup through 2030, with the Champions Cup moving to Paramount+ in 2027 and select matches airing on CBS Sports Network and Golazo Network.
Despite a massive talent pool and home‑field advantages, the U.S. men's national team has not advanced past the round of 16 in recent World Cups. A combination of fragmented youth development, coaching gaps, competition from other sports and a lack of tactical identity have created a self‑reinforcing cycle of underperformance.
A series of controversies surrounding Gianni Infantino’s handling of the tournament have prompted calls for his resignation and raised questions about FIFA’s future direction.
The United States Under-19 men’s national team defeated Haiti 3‑0 in the opening Group A match of the 2026 Concacaf U-20 Men’s Championship, a game delayed by a stadium blackout.
From June 29 to August 9, 2026, Sherwin‑Williams will run a sweepstakes that offers a VIP trip to the Leagues Cup Final, sprayer packages and jerseys, all while supporting Hispanic painters through social media, influencer collaborations and in‑store activations.
The latest FIFA newsletter omitted Gianni Infantino, sparking speculation about his leadership. While criticism mounts from UEFA and European bodies, Infantino enjoys firm backing from key confederations and pursues a sweeping vision that includes a 64‑team World Cup and deeper ties with global football power brokers.
With unanimous support from Africa, Asia and South America, Gianni Infantino faces little resistance as he eyes a third mandate, while the USMNT’s Folarin Balogun episode recedes.
After an eight‑week hiatus caused by the FIFA World Cup, Los Angeles FC returns to MLS regular‑season play against the Galaxy on July 17. The match headlines Rivalry Week and features four LAFC World Cup participants, including Son Heung‑Min, who leads MLS in assists.
The United States has announced a 21‑player roster for the 2026 Concacaf U‑20 Championship in Mexico, a tournament that serves as a qualifier for the 2027 FIFA U‑20 World Cup, the 2027 Pan American Games and the 2028 Summer Olympics.
Major League Soccer is capitalizing on the excitement from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, launching a new marketing campaign and planning a schedule shift to summer‑to‑spring, all while leveraging world‑class facilities and star power to cement its global reputation.
Nashville SC tops the MLS table with 33 points, boasts an unbeaten home record, and adds Bundesliga loanee Elias Saad as it aims to sustain its surge into the season’s second half
Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul will miss the 2026 MLS All-Star match due to rest after the World Cup, a move permitted by governing bodies and met with criticism from Inter Miami's owner.
Haiti's national soccer side will contest a competitive group in the upcoming Nations League, navigating safety‑related venue shifts, a coaching transition, and regional political overtones.
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.
Caleb Borneo, a dual‑citizen midfielder from Morgantown, West Virginia, has been selected for Trinidad & Tobago’s 20‑man roster for a July 25 friendly against Louisville City FC, a match that marks the first senior‑team encounter between the club and a national side and serves as preparation for the Concacaf Nations League.
The 2026 World Cup concluded on July 19, when Spain emerged as a strong team, and the soccer calendar quickly shifts toward a packed September‑October window filled with competitive matches and friendly experiments.
A look at how the Brazil‑born soccer star curates a wardrobe that balances comfort, elegance, and the demands of elite competition.
After the final whistle of the recent World Cup, the excitement need not fade. Fans can keep the momentum alive by diving into domestic leagues, following international friendlies, and exploring upcoming tournaments around the world.
Inter Miami will be without Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul for their upcoming clash with the Chicago Fire, while the Fire prepare to debut Robert Lewandowski amid injury concerns and All‑Star considerations.
Two high‑profile friendlies in Washington and Philadelphia will pit the reigning world champion Spain against the Olympic gold‑medalist United States, offering both teams a final chance to fine‑tune before the 2027 Women's World Cup in Brazil.
LAFC’s recent World Cup successes, a jam‑packed post‑break schedule, and ambitious trophy goals set the stage for a defining stretch in 2026.
Gabriel Bustamante, a lifelong football memorabilia enthusiast, has amassed over 20,000 items that span generations and continents, preserving the stories embedded in each artifact.