Heat Dome Sizzles at World Cup Venues Across North America
Extreme heat from a heat dome is blanketing World Cup matches in the central and eastern United States and parts of Canada, prompting safety measures and advice for fans.
Jun 30, 2026
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Mandatory Hydration Breaks Set to Shape 2026 World Cup Play
From Dallas to Seattle, every match at the 2026 World Cup will feature timed hydration pauses, a measure that could alter the rhythm of football while offering broadcasters new commercial slots.
Jun 29, 2026
CAS Orders Lazio Women to Compensate Maja Gothberg After Pregnancy‑Related Contract Termination
The Court of Arbitration for Sport has mandated that Lazio’s women’s team pay former player Maja Gothberg more than €69,000 for ending her contract after she disclosed a pregnancy, a decision that underscores the need to protect players’ privacy and sets a new precedent for employment rights in women’s football.
Jun 24, 2026
CAS Rules in Favor of Pregnant Swedish Midfielder Maja Gothberg, Setting New Precedent for Maternity Rights in Football
The Court of Arbitration for Sport has upheld the rights of Swedish midfielder Maja Gothberg, ruling that Lazio Women unlawfully terminated her contract after learning she was pregnant, and ordered compensation while reinforcing FIFA's strengthened maternity protections.
Jun 24, 2026
CAS Ruling Secures Maternity Rights for Pregnant Footballer Maja Gothberg
The Court of Arbitration for Sport confirmed that Lazio Women’s termination of Maja Gothberg’s contract was unlawful, ordering compensation and reinforcing protections for pregnant athletes.
Jun 24, 2026
CAS Rules in Favor of Pregnant Swedish Footballer Maja Gothberg, Setting New Precedent for Maternity Rights
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has delivered a landmark decision protecting pregnant athletes, ordering Lazio to compensate Maja Gothberg and affirming that clubs cannot terminate contracts based on pregnancy.
Jun 24, 2026
Swedish Defender Wins Landmark Legal Battle Against Lazio Over Pregnancy Discrimination
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.
Jun 24, 2026
Swedish forward Maja Gothberg wins landmark pregnancy dispute with Lazio
A Swedish court’s decision forces Lazio to honor a contract with midfielder Maja Gothberg after she revealed her pregnancy, reinforcing FIFA’s protective rules and highlighting growing advocacy for female athletes.
Jun 24, 2026
FIFA’s Concussion Protocols Under Fire After Alex Freeman Incident
A recent match between the United States and Australia has reignited debate over soccer's concussion handling, with neuroscientist Chris Nowinski urging reforms that prioritize player safety over tactical considerations.
Jun 20, 2026
Nearly One‑Third of 2026 World Cup Matches Face Extreme Heat Risks
More than one‑third of the 2026 World Cup matches are projected to be played under dangerously hot and humid conditions, according to a comprehensive temperature study.
Jun 4, 2026
Mothers on the Pitch: Redefining the Game
A record number of mothers are now playing in the NWSL, and their stories reveal the financial, emotional and regulatory challenges they face while building families.
May 28, 2026
Motherhood and Professional Soccer: A New Benchmark in Player Support
The NWSL's latest season features a record 28 active mothers, reflecting expanded parental leave, childcare stipends, and a cultural shift that empowers players to balance family and elite competition.
May 27, 2026
Fixture Congestion Puts Player Welfare at Risk
Phil Foden's omission from England's World Cup squad highlights growing concerns over a calendar that prioritises commercial gain over player health.
May 26, 2026
Elite Athletes Return to Play After Pregnancy, Redefining Motherhood in Sports
A record number of mothers are competing in the NWSL, with players like Sophia Wilson and Mallory Swanson showcasing how individualized recovery frameworks, medical advances, and peer networks enable elite athletes to balance motherhood and top‑level performance.
May 26, 2026
The 2026 World Cup’s Expanding Ambitions Face Growing Criticism
As the first joint‑hosted edition of the expanded World Cup approaches, stakeholders grapple with promises of global growth against concerns of diluted competition and strained calendars.
May 21, 2026
Czech Coach Petr Vlachovsky Receives Lifetime Ban After Secret Filming Scandal
A Czech women's football coach has been banned for life after secretly filming players in changing rooms, prompting a worldwide prohibition request from UEFA and a strong response from the sport's players' union.
May 20, 2026
Czech Coach Petr Vlachovsky Receives Lifetime UEFA Ban After Locker Room Voyeurism Conviction
A Czech women's soccer coach was banned for life by UEFA after being convicted of secretly filming players in locker rooms and showers.
May 19, 2026
Czech Coach Petr Vlachovsky Receives Lifetime UEFA Ban
A Czech women's soccer coach was handed a life ban by UEFA after a court convicted him of filming players in private areas, sparking calls for global action.
May 19, 2026
Czech Coach Petr Vlachovsky Receives Lifetime UEFA Ban After Voyeurism Conviction
Petr Vlachovsky, a former coach of 1. FC Slovacko and the Czech under‑19 women's national team, was handed a life ban by UEFA after a court found him guilty of filming players in locker rooms and showers over a four‑year period.
May 19, 2026
Czech Coach Petr Vlachovsky Gets Lifetime Ban After Locker Room Voyeurism Conviction
A Czech women's soccer coach was banned for life by UEFA after being convicted of secretly filming players in locker rooms and showers over a four‑year period. The governing body has referred the case to FIFA and called for the revocation of his national license.
May 19, 2026
Lifetime Ban for Coach Who Spied on Players
Former 1. FC Slovako Women’s coach Petr Vlachovsky received a lifetime UEFA ban after filming players undressing, was convicted of child‑pornography possession, and sparked calls for stricter safeguarding across the sport.
May 19, 2026
World Sevens Football: A New Era or a Threat to Tradition?
The inaugural London edition of the World Sevens Football tournament will take place at the Gtech Community Stadium from 28 to 30 May 2026, offering a fast‑paced festival of sport and a prize pool that outstrips the FA Cup, while raising urgent questions about player welfare and the place of traditional competitions.
May 13, 2026