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Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane and Giulia Gwinn were crowned Germany’s 2026 player of the year and women’s player of the year respectively, while Vincent Kompany earned the coach award, underscoring the club’s unmatched dominance across both divisions.
Franco Baresi, who devoted his entire playing career to AC Milan and captained Italy to the 1994 World Cup final, passed away on Friday morning. His death has sparked an outpouring of grief across the soccer world.
A look at the origins and meanings behind some of the most memorable nicknames in football history, from legendary monikers to quirky epithets.
France's recent near‑miss in 2022 and a storied past of two titles set the stage for a 2026 campaign that could rewrite the nation's World Cup narrative.
Didier Deschamps ends a 15‑year coaching reign after a World Cup victory, a historic dual triumph and a recent personal loss, as France prepares for six Nations League matches.
With the Champions League and Ballon d'Or already in his collection, Rodri stands on the brink of a historic World Cup victory that would cement his status among the game’s elite.
Rodri joins an exclusive list of players who have won the World Cup, European Championship, Champions League and Ballon d’Or, while the women's game seeks its own milestone.
From a record-breaking pass tally to a Ballon d'Or triumph, Rodri's influence reshapes how the game's greatest honors are measured.
A speculative look at how iconic baseball players might have transformed the United States' soccer history and World Cup narrative.
A look at the athletes who could have transformed the United States’ World Cup legacy, from Ty Cobb’s speed to Jackie Robinson’s agility.
Despite a lineup of rock legends as owners and a roster that featured future stars, the Philadelphia Fury struggled with poor facilities, dwindling crowds and a precarious financial footing before folding after three seasons.
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 1975 signing of Pelé transformed the New York Cosmos, bringing star players, massive crowds and a cultural phenomenon, while the turbulent career of goalkeeper Shep Messing illustrated the team's volatile rise and fall.
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.
A look at six footballers who crossed the 100‑cap threshold, their career highlights, and the lasting imprint they left on their nations and the sport.
The upcoming World Cup knockout match in Philadelphia spotlights a century‑long story of immigration, community building and the global circulation of talent that defines American soccer.
A recent fan‑driven poll ranks the sport’s all‑time icons, with Lionel Messi topping the list. The rankings weigh team triumphs, individual honors and lasting impact, while notable shifts reveal how supporter opinion can rewrite football history.
A look at the life, career and lasting influence of Franz Beckenbauer, the German legend whose elegance and ambition left an indelible mark on football.
Rudi Roeslein’s early life in St. Louis was marked by bullying and cultural displacement, but the sport that saved him became the launchpad for a multifaceted career in engineering, entrepreneurship, and environmental stewardship.
Gerd Müller’s name still resonates in every discussion of football’s greatest strikers. From his lethal Bundesliga exploits to a World Cup‑winning moment that defined an era, his story remains a benchmark for future generations.
Clark and Dan Hunt share memories of their father Lamar Hunt, the sports tycoon who helped found professional soccer in the United States, and discuss the significance of Arrowhead Stadium as the 2026 World Cup approaches.
From early European trips to the roar of Arrowhead Stadium, the Hunt family’s soccer legacy comes full circle as the 2026 World Cup lands in Kansas City and Dallas.
Renowned soccer photographer Peter Robinson opens his exhibition 'The Saturday Man: At the Edge of the Game' at the Cleve Carney Museum of Art in Glen Ellyn, showcasing 53 images that span his illustrious career.