When Soccer Meets the Diamond
The 2026 World Cup in the United States has turned into a unique crossover event where soccer stars try their hand at baseball, offering fans a glimpse of cross‑sport camaraderie.
Jun 30, 2026
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Mario Balotelli
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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s Soccer Passion Fuels World Cup Access Initiatives
Mayor Zohran Mamdani talks about his lifelong love of soccer, his Arsenal allegiance, and the steps he’s taking to make the World Cup affordable for New Yorkers.
Jun 16, 2026
Italy’s World Cup Absence Extends to a Third Consecutive Tournament
Italy will not be among the 48 teams at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking the third straight tournament the nation fails to qualify, prompting calls for reform within the Italian Football Federation
Jun 10, 2026
Vinícius Júnior and the Persistent Echoes of Racism in European Football
A look at the racial abuse faced by Vinícius Júnior, the cultural responses it has sparked, and the historic context that shapes today’s discourse.
Jun 9, 2026
Football Focus to Air Its Final Episode After 52 Years
The BBC’s long‑running football magazine programme, Football Focus, will broadcast its last edition this Sunday, closing a half‑century of coverage that began in 1974.
May 21, 2026
Italian Masterminds in the Premier League
A look at the rare Italian managers and players who have lifted the Premier League trophy, the clubs they led, and the cities where their successes unfolded
May 20, 2026