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Across Mexico, soccer thrives in surprising locations — from highway underpasses to the rim of an extinct volcano — uniting residents while raising questions about environmental impact.
Across Mexico, makeshift soccer pitches appear in highway underpasses, volcanic craters and floating gardens, turning hardship into communal playgrounds while raising ecological concerns.
Across Mexico, soccer thrives in unexpected venues — from volcanic craters to historic canals — reflecting both cultural passion and environmental trade‑offs.
Major League Soccer is leveraging the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup to accelerate its transformation, from a domestic expansion project to a globally recognized competition.
A late goal by substitute Mario Pasalic secured a 2-1 victory for Croatia over Slovenia, with captain Luka Modric opening the scoring. The win comes as the Croatian side prepares for its first World Cup match against England in Dallas on June 17.
Iran’s national soccer team arrived in Tijuana amid visa uncertainties and heightened political scrutiny, setting the stage for their World Cup campaign.
A visual ranking of the most striking college football uniforms, highlighting the aesthetics, heritage and cultural impact that set each program apart.
Japan aims to break its knockout curse and make a deeper run at the upcoming World Cup, driven by coach Hajime Moriyasu’s work‑ethic philosophy and recent friendly successes
Several Ecuadorian players, including Jordy Caicedo and Moises Caicedo, have risen from humble beginnings to earn World Cup spots, driven by family support and a desire to surpass past achievements.
Gustavo Alfaro, a 63‑year‑old Argentine tactician, has transformed Paraguay's soccer team with a psychology‑driven approach, leading them to the World Cup after victories over Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay. He uses a notebook of reflections and quotes from authors and historical figures to inspire players, while captain Gustavo Gomez anchors a defensive unit that conceded only ten goals in qualifying. Paraguay will open its campaign against the United States in Los Angeles on June 12, facing Australia and Turkey in Group D.
Gustavo Alfaro blends psychology, literary quotes and tactical discipline to guide Paraguay back to football’s biggest stage.
Veteran Argentine manager Gustavo Alfaro has transformed Paraguay’s soccer team with a psychology‑driven approach, guiding them to a World Cup berth through motivational quotes, a psychologist, and historic victories over Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay.
Gustavo Alfaro's unconventional approach has transformed Paraguay's squad, leading them to the World Cup with a blend of historic references and defensive solidity.
In a tense final at the Ice Hockey World Championship, Finland edged Switzerland 1-0 in overtime, with Konsta Helenius delivering the decisive strike. The win marks Finland's fifth world crown while Norway celebrates its first-ever medal after defeating Canada in the bronze‑medal game.
Finland edged Switzerland 1-0 in sudden‑death overtime, with Konsta Helenius scoring the decisive goal, securing their fifth world title, while Norway claimed their first-ever medal.
Canada overcame a 2-0 deficit to defeat Czechia 3-2, with John Tavares scoring the decisive goal. The United States also advanced with a 4-1 win over Austria, setting up a quarterfinal clash that revisits the recent Olympic final. Other quarterfinal spots were claimed by Sweden, Latvia and Norway.