Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning NPR across Soccer, Baseball, Football.
A newly released biography by ESPN correspondent Julien Laurens, discussed in an NPR interview with Scott Tong, delves into Kylian Mbappé’s extraordinary career, his World Cup impact, and the unique qualities that set him apart.
Veteran broadcaster Andrés Cantor recounts his most memorable World Cup moments, the cultural impact of Spanish-language coverage, and the challenges of calling a record-breaking 48-team tournament.
An NPR correspondent reflects on the 2026 World Cup, tracing the tournament’s impact through the eyes of women who love the game, from intricate nail art in Houston to a young coach in Michigan and a scholarship‑seeking star.
During the 2026 World Cup, NPR reporters discovered intricate soccer‑themed manicures on women across the United States, heard stories of coaches like Zhraa Hamidy, and traced a personal journey that links family tradition, cultural barriers, and the universal love of the ball.
The tournament’s excitement is undeniable, but its true soul lives on the neighborhood pitch where boys and girls alike chase a dream that stretches far beyond the stadium lights.
A nostalgic shift toward screen-free photography is reshaping how Gen Z and millennials capture moments, driven by a desire for tactile, authentic experiences.
An exploration of how soccer inspires personal expression, from vibrant nail art to grassroots coaching, amid the excitement and controversy of the 2026 World Cup.
From record-breaking streetcar rides to small‑business lessons, Kansas City evaluates the summer's global soccer frenzy and looks ahead to upcoming international competitions.
A former Bucknell University football coach faces felony aggravated hazing charges after a player with sickle cell trait died following intense training. The case has prompted a wrongful death suit and a review of NCAA anti‑hazing standards.
Despite 100‑degree temperatures and a heat index near 106, thousands of soccer enthusiasts braved the elements at Philadelphia’s FIFA Fan Fest, where shade tents, misting fans and medical support were deployed to keep the crowd safe.
The engagement of pop icon Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce has sparked worldwide anticipation for a July 3, 2026 wedding at New York’s Madison Square Garden, a venue that promises a spectacle blending music, sports and media.
An exploration of how game theory shapes penalty kicks in soccer, using Lionel Messi’s average conversion rate as a springboard for broader strategic insights.
Professor Andrew McFarland of Indiana University Kokomo joined an NPR panel to examine how the World Cup unites nations, the rise of MLS, and the role of social media in modern fandom.
A look at the strange deferred compensation deal that still pays former star Bobby Bonilla $1.19 million a year, and how NPR’s Planet Money unpacks its financial intrigue.
A look at the unusual deferred‑payment deal that keeps baseball’s Bobby Bonilla receiving $1.19 million each year through 2035, and the insights from NPR’s Planet Money podcast.
Former Mets star Bobby Bonilla will receive $1.19 million each year through 2035 as part of a deferred compensation agreement, a financial oddity that continues to intrigue fans and economists alike.
Former New York Mets player Bobby Bonilla will receive $1.19 million each year through 2035 as part of a uniquely structured agreement that has become a cultural touchstone in sports finance.
Founded by Ukrainian immigrants in the 1950s, the Tryzub club has shaped American soccer, nurtured generations of players, and now serves as a rallying point for the diaspora confronting war at home.
At a modest field in northern New Jersey, a youth soccer academy founded by a former West Bank teen serves as a sanctuary for children affected by the Gaza war, drawing inspiration from Spanish striker Lamine Yamal’s public solidarity.
In a modest soccer complex on the outskirts of Paterson, New Jersey, a group of children gathers each afternoon, their sneakers scuffing the artificial turf as laughter echoes across the field. Their coach, Omar Abdulaziz, founded the Palestino Soccer Academy three years ago to teach soccer within Palestinian culture and to give children a refuge from the trauma of conflict. The academy, anchored around the Palestinian-American community, welcomes kids of all backgrounds, offering them purpose, camaraderie, and a way to process the pain of a war that has ripped through Gaza.
A guide for U.S. football fans curious about soccer terminology as the sport gains traction ahead of the upcoming World Cup.
With more than a third of matches scheduled in sweltering conditions, organizers are deploying cooling stations and medical aid to protect attendees.
Extreme heat and humidity pose serious health risks during the tournament, prompting safety warnings and medical preparedness across the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Iraq's national soccer team is back in the World Cup after 40 years, sparking a wave of enthusiasm in Dearborn, Michigan, where the largest Iraqi American population cheers, shops, and dreams of victory.