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The upcoming final will feature an 11‑minute halftime spectacle with artists from six continents, streamed across Fox, Telemundo, Peacock and more, while supporting a charity aimed at expanding soccer access worldwide.
The U.S. Men’s National Team fell 4-1 to Belgium, but the defeat coincides with a surge in soccer’s popularity across the United States, a trend fueled by new leagues, star power and a growing fan base.
A 2024 analysis shows soccer now ranks third in U.S. sport popularity, overtaking baseball, as youth preference and alternative football formats reshape the landscape.
A journalist recounts discovering soccer through family stories, global icons, and the sport's growing footprint in the United States.
The U.S. Men's National Team is rallying around a mix of home‑grown and overseas stars as it prepares for the first World Cup ever staged across three North American nations.