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The expanded 2026 World Cup brings 48 teams, heightened expectations for the U.S. host, and a mix of contending nations eyeing glory amid political and logistical challenges.
From the Netherlands to Oregon, from Argentina to Alabama, the 2026 World Cup narrative is being reframed through the lens of college football’s storied programs.
From the 1994 World Cup flop to today’s corporate sponsorships, American indifference to soccer persists, shaped by cultural resistance, selective enthusiasm, and even political paradoxes.
A look at the life and career of Eusébio da Silva Ferreira, the Portuguese striker whose brilliance transformed a nation's sporting identity.
Veteran soccer journalist Michael Lewis reflects on four decades of covering the world’s biggest stage, sharing anecdotes about Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’, Donovan’s decisive goal and the looming challenges of an expanded 2026 World Cup.
For three decades the United States has remained aloof from the world’s most watched sporting tournament, a stance rooted in cultural resistance rather than simple ignorance.
Set during the historic Chile versus Brazil semifinal, the book follows a commentator who can control living creatures with his voice, exploring how soccer shapes collective identity and foreshadows the sport's modern commercialization.
Rob Warner reflects on a career that turned comic‑book sketches into World Cup kits for Italy, Cameroon and Usain Bolt, while charting his personal design passions
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.
The 1994 World Cup opening ceremony in Chicago combined sport, music and pageantry, culminating in a ceremonial penalty that missed its mark and collapsed the specially designed goal.
From a childhood training with his father in Kenya to scoring the decisive goal for Belgium in 2014, Divock Origi details the personal and professional challenges that defined his journey, including setbacks at Liverpool, a devastating injury, and the role of faith in his recovery.
The FIFA World Cup has turned soccer jerseys into coveted collectibles, with Long Island shops reporting record demand and prices ranging from $50 to $5,000.
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup draws near, the story of Latino players, fans, and cultural traditions in American soccer reveals both historic triumphs and ongoing challenges.
The 2026 World Cup marks the culmination of a half‑century cultural transformation that turned soccer from a niche pastime into a mainstream American sport.
The 2026 World Cup will be the largest ever, with 48 teams, 104 matches and a record number of players, marking a historic shift in football’s premier event.
As the World Cup approaches, Santos celebrates Pelé’s legacy through art, museum exhibits and community pride, attracting visitors who honor his humility and historic achievements.
At 18, Lamine Yamal is already a linchpin for Barcelona and Spain, chasing a historic World Cup that could rewrite football folklore.
The 2026 World Cup marks not the arrival of soccer in the United States but the culmination of a half‑century of cultural integration, a story rooted in generations of players, fans and the sport’s evolving presence.
Veteran sports producer Diane McGraw is launching the World Peace Project, a summer initiative that pairs a free youth soccer clinic with a U.S. Men’s National Team watch party, aiming to foster leadership and conflict resolution among young people while extending the impact of the 2026 World Cup beyond the tournament.
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.
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.