
Royalty and the Beautiful Game: From 1966 Glory to 2026 Hopes
The British monarchy’s deep ties to football span decades, shaping both personal passions and national expectations as the sport prepares for its next global showcase.
Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Bobby Moore across Soccer, Football.

The British monarchy’s deep ties to football span decades, shaping both personal passions and national expectations as the sport prepares for its next global showcase.

A century-old ritual that blends history, celebrity, and personal legacy, the swapping of jerseys continues to shape soccer culture worldwide.
In his first season, Bobby Johns has overhauled training, emphasized the weight room, and guided the Bulldogs to a promising spring showing, while key players step up as leaders.

From a closet full of historic jerseys to the final selection of a Euro 2004 Beckham No. 7 shirt, the story behind the author's match‑day outfit reveals how history, statistics and personal meaning intersect in modern sport.

A lifelong collector finally wears his carefully chosen England jersey at the 2024 World Cup, recounting the elimination process, the significance of the red Beckham No.7 shirt, and the 2-1 comeback victory over DR Congo.

From a 1976 spectacle that eclipsed Pelé’s visit to packed bars cheering the World Cup, Philadelphia’s soccer story is now woven into the fabric of its neighborhoods and the U.S. national team.

The film ‘Victory’ blends wartime history with football glory, featuring an all‑star cast and a legacy that reverberates amid modern conflicts.

From a record‑breaking 1994 final in Pasadena to the arrival of global icons in Major League Soccer, the sport’s footprint has expanded dramatically. Historian John Sloop explains how attitudes have shifted and what the 2026 tournament means for the next generation of fans.

Across eight decades, fifteen icons have shaped the World Cup stage with unforgettable performances, record‑breaking goals and leadership that transcended the game.

With the 2026 World Cup approaching, veteran sports editor Hayden Bird shares his favorite soccer movies and shows, from 'The Damned United' to 'Sunderland 'Til I Die', and points readers to where they can stream them.