
Santos Keeps Pelé’s Legacy Alive Ahead of the World Cup
The city of Santos honors Pelé through murals, a dedicated museum, and the stories of fans and business owners who keep his memory vibrant.
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The city of Santos honors Pelé through murals, a dedicated museum, and the stories of fans and business owners who keep his memory vibrant.

As the FIFA World Cup approaches, Santos transforms into a pilgrimage site where murals, a dedicated museum and local voices celebrate the life and career of Edson Arantes do Nascimento, known worldwide as Pele.

Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Mexico City’s Jumex Museum unveils Objects of Glory, an exhibition that showcases legendary soccer memorabilia, including Pelé’s 1970 cleats and Maradona’s 1986 jersey, with free admission and a partnership that spans continents.

The Jumex Museum presents a landmark exhibition featuring Pelé’s cleats, Maradona’s jersey and other historic pieces, running July 10–August 30, 2026, with free admission and a partnership spanning Qatar and global museums.

Christian Pulisic will don the No. 10 shirt for the United States men’s national team this summer, inheriting a legacy that stretches from Pelé to Diego Maradona.

Lionel Messi’s arrival in Major League Soccer has sparked a cultural shift, blending his introverted persona with unprecedented global spotlight.

Basketball Hall of Famer Grant Hill, a part‑owner of Orlando City SC and the NWSL’s Orlando Pride, discusses his renewed love for soccer, his daughter’s collegiate career, and the upcoming World Cup’s impact on American soccer.

Desmond Armstrong’s early exposure to soccer, historic contracts abroad, and grassroots coaching in Nashville illustrate both the progress and the obstacles that have shaped American soccer talent.

An exploration of how Ronaldo and Messi’s competition reshaped the sport, their commercial impact and the enduring debate over the greatest of all time.

The 2026 World Cup marks the culmination of a decades‑long transformation that turned soccer from a niche pastime into a cornerstone of American culture.

From a small newsletter in 1971 to a national platform, Soccer America tracked the growth of soccer in the United States, shaping its cultural footprint and inspiring a new generation of fans.

Five young players are emerging as the tournament’s most exciting storylines, joining a lineage of teenage legends who have previously reshaped football’s future.

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 six rare soccer cards that have sold for hundreds of thousands to over a million dollars, highlighting market dynamics and global collector interest.

Exploring the rich tapestry of soccer history in Massachusetts, from the Oneida Football Club to World Cup legends and today's rising stars.

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.

From bustling urban plazas to historic waterfronts, communities nationwide are gearing up to host viewing parties, exhibitions, and immersive experiences that bring the tournament to life beyond the stadium.

Lionel Messi's 2023 move to Inter Miami ignited a cultural shift in American soccer, blending on‑field brilliance with long‑term ownership ambitions and prompting league‑wide transformations.

Exploring how Pelé transcended sport to become a cultural touchstone, from his early triumphs with Santos to his diplomatic role on the world stage.

A look at the defining moments that have shaped football’s greatest stage, from historic upsets to individual masterpieces.

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.

Two new Netflix documentaries explore the rise, fall and recent struggles of the U.S. men’s soccer team, blending archival triumphs with contemporary setbacks to humanize the players fighting for respect.

Growing up in Brooklyn's Haitian enclave, the author watched the 1994 World Cup final with a mother who placed the game above church. Decades later, Haiti's return to the World Cup after 52 years sparks pride and anxiety, as the diaspora watches from afar while the nation battles gang violence and displacement.

The article reflects on family traditions, the historic qualification of Haiti’s national team, and the cultural resonance of the World Cup for Haitians living abroad.