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The Maryland Soccer Hall of Fame welcomed head coach Sasho Cirovski and alumna Ashly Kennedy, recognizing their enduring impact on collegiate and high‑school soccer in the state.
From a semi‑final under a makeshift Dallas Stadium banner to a grass‑filled pitch that will test the Dallas Cowboys’ afternoon schedule, the arena is being reshaped for a month of global spectacle
Chicago Fire FC will face Toronto FC at Soldier Field on May 23, 2026, after a strong run of road wins, while Toronto seeks to snap a three‑game losing streak.
Kim Kyong Yong's fourth‑minute header secured a 1‑0 win for Naegohyang FC, adding to North Korea's recent string of youth and senior titles.
North Korea's Naegohyang FC defeated Tokyo Verdy Beleza 1-0 in the Asian Women's Champions League final, with Kim Kyong Yong scoring the only goal. The victory adds to the nation's recent dominance in women's soccer, driven by a specialized development system.
Naegohyang FC edged Tokyo Verdy Beleza 1‑0 in Suwon, with Kim Kyong Yong netting the decisive goal. The win follows a series of youth titles for North Korea and highlights a structured player development program.
Kim Kyong Yong's fourth‑minute strike sealed a 1‑0 victory for Naegohyang FC against Tokyo Verdy Beleza in Suwon, adding to North Korea's recent string of youth and senior titles.
Despite an Ebola outbreak that has claimed over 170 lives, the Democratic Republic of Congo’s football squad will travel to Houston and Atlanta under stringent health safeguards.
The Democratic Republic of Congo national football squad is under strict quarantine in Belgium following an Ebola surge, preparing for upcoming World Cup games in the United States while navigating 21‑day entry bans and enhanced screening measures.
Joe Connor, a San Diego resident, embarked on a mission to attend soccer matches in all 144 countries and territories that will qualify for the 2026 World Cup, turning a personal health scare into a worldwide adventure that honors his late father and showcases the sport’s universal passion.
San Diego coach Joe Connor spent three years traveling to 144 nations to experience soccer in every corner of the globe, turning personal loss and pandemic isolation into a worldwide quest
The expanded 48‑team World Cup will see veteran stars such as Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric vie for a final triumph, while emerging talents look to inherit the spotlight.
Two Wrexham players have been selected for the upcoming World Cup, triggering payments under FIFA’s Club Benefits Programme that could bring over $500,000 to the club.
The Mexican Football Federation has teamed with legends of the 1986 World Cup to end a decades‑old homophobic chant that has drawn FIFA sanctions, promoting the iconic Mexican Wave as a symbol of unity.
An editorial look at the excitement, expectations, and uncertainties surrounding the upcoming tournament, from stadium venues to player storylines.
Coach Thomas Tuchel announced a 26‑player England squad for the 2026 World Cup, emphasizing team cohesion over individual talent. The list omits Phil Foden and Cole Palmer, includes surprise call‑ups Ivan Toney and Kobbie Mainoo, and features a blend of seasoned stars and newcomers aiming to end the nation's long wait for a men's World Cup title.
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, scammers create fake sites that mimic FIFA’s official pages to steal money and personal data. Fans can protect themselves by verifying URLs, using strong passwords and purchasing tickets only through FIFA’s authorized channels.
FC Dallas will suspend its season for the 2026 World Cup, a pause that coincides with a league‑wide schedule overhaul and personal plans of players and coaches.
An Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has prompted heightened screening, travel bans and logistical adjustments as the World Cup approaches.
The Asian Football Confederation Women's Champions League final will pit North Korea's Naegohyang Women's FC against Japan's Tokyo Verdy Beleza in Suwon, with a $1 million prize and symbolic significance for inter‑Korean relations.
The 1994 match in which the United States defeated Colombia became a watershed moment for American soccer, sparking a new era of growth and changing how the world saw the US men's national team.
Al Nassr secured the Saudi Pro League crown with a 4-1 win over Damac, delivering Cristiano Ronaldo's 36th career trophy and his 973rd goal. The achievement places his trophy haul in sharp contrast with Lionel Messi's 46 titles, sparking renewed comparisons across their storied careers.
Mauricio Pochettino, appointed in September 2024, discusses his vision for the U.S. Men’s National Team as the 2026 World Cup approaches, noting a new training facility in Atlanta and the possible return of the Copa América in 2028.
Jean‑Marc Bosman’s 1995 case before the European Court of Justice reshaped football’s transfer system, fueling player mobility, sky‑high wages and a new era of commercialization, while his own life spiraled into tragedy.