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Game changers: how soccer’s mega-money era was sparked by a little-known Belgian athlete

When famous soccer players come to mind, it is usually revered pioneers such as Pelé, Bobby Charlton and Diego Maradona.

The Conversation

Alexi Lalas says US players citing World Cup pressure are a 'bunch of whiners'

Alexi Lalas has criticized U.S. soccer players for citing pressure ahead of the World Cup at home

The Independent UK

How to Watch Cruz Azul vs. Pumas on TV, Live Stream: Liga MX Final

Iconic Mexican soccer clubs Cruz Azul and Pumas will add another chapter to their rivalry in the Liga MX Clausura 2026 final.

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How Curacao Achieved the Impossible, Made World Cup History

The tiny Caribbean island off the coast of Venezuela is the smallest nation to qualify for the World Cup.

Sports Illustrated

Bullying, hazing and the making of a ‘soccer president’: Donald Trump’s forgotten career on the pitch

The US president will have a prominent role at this summer’s World Cup, but his involvement with the sport started in military school

The Guardian - US

Zohran Mamdani announces $50 World Cup tickets for New Yorkers but there’s a catch

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The Independent UK

As World Cup Host, USMNT Embraces Chance to Take Soccer to the Next Level

The heat will be turned up on the U.S. as it hosts the tournament for the first time in 32 years. With a trendy coach and a strong nucleus of players, the opportunity to make a deep run is here.

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Soaring ticket prices could help FIFA pull in $15B this World Cup cycle — where does the money come from, where does it go?

At soccer’s World Cup, the top scorer gets the “golden boot,” and the best goalkeeper is handed the “golden gloves.” This year’s tournament will also provide organizer FIFA with a golden opportunity to create billions in additional ticket revenues.

The Conversation

FIFA's big experiment may have made the World Cup too big for its own good

The World Cup expands with more teams and games. This raises questions about quality and player fatigue. FIFA believes this growth makes the sport global. New teams debut, offering dream opportunities. Concerns exist about player health and the value of scarcity. More games mean more revenue for FIFA. Fan interest…

The Economic Times

Cruz Azul vs. Pumas—Liga MX Final: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Two of the biggest, most popular teams in Mexican soccer will clash in the Liga MX Clausura 2026 final.

Sports Illustrated

Meet the billionaire married to a Walmart heir who is one of the most hated team owners from the NBA and NHL to Premier League

IN DEPTH : The real estate mogul owns championship-winning pro football, basketball, hockey, soccer and lacrosse teams in two countries but his ownership has also turned off fans, writes Bruce Golding

The Independent UK

Inside the Future of Sports Medicine: Dr. Radhakrishnan Ramaraj on Bringing Joint Embolization to Sports Injuries

A knee injury on the soccer field or a torn shoulder tendon in baseball can sideline a player for months, costing both athletes and teams immeasurable time, money, and opportunity.

International Business Times

Who Are the 2026 World Cup Mascots?

Each of the 2026 World Cup’s host nations—the United States, Mexico and Canada—has its own mascot for this year’s tournament.

Sports Illustrated

MAGA Insider Lands FIFA Role But Trump Doubt And Soccer Know-how Blunders Trigger 'Can Andrew Do This?' Question

Andrew Giuliani's appointment to oversee 2026 FIFA World Cup preparations raises concerns about his experience and leadership, amid political and operational challenges.

International Business Times UK

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MLS Discuss Bringing Back NFL-Style Rules From 1990s

A return to some innovations from the early years of MLS have been floated with soccer’s lawmakers.

Sports Illustrated

Five USMNT Players Who Are Locks for the 2026 World Cup

Here are five players U.S. national team manager Mauricio Pochettino is sure to call up this summer.

The Independent UK

World Cup-bound Norway player backs calls for improved heat protocols from FIFA

A Norway international likely headed to the World Cup is among a group of current or former soccer players who have written to FIFA backing calls for stronger heat protocols at the tournament

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Buying World Cup Tickets? Beware of These Scams

World Cup ticket prices may be falling, but scammers are still cashing in. Here’s how to spot fake listings and protect yourself before kickoff.

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‘We Dream’—Jurgen Klopp Offered Surprise Return to Management

The former Liverpool boss has been Head of Global Soccer for Red Bull since 2025.

The Independent UK

Congo cancel World Cup training and fan farewell amid deadly Ebola outbreak

Congo’s football team has cancelled a World Cup training camp ahead of next month’s tournament

The Guardian - AU

Socceroos’ African heritage offers timely reminder of Australia’s diversity

Culture and community helped Mo Touré and Nestory Irankunda become the footballers they are today – and their spark may ignite this World Cup

The Independent UK

North Korean soccer team beats South Korean hosts in rare match between divided countries

Drenched in rain, hundreds of South Koreans have cheered the North Korean visitors during a rare soccer match between the divided countries as Pyongyang-based Naegohyang Women’s FC defeated host Suwon 2-1 against the backdrop of political tensions

The Guardian - US

MLS lobbying Ifab to explore stopping clock for pauses in play

In the rule, soccer’s usual continuous clock would instead stop for injuries, substitutions, and other pauses in play

The Guardian - US

This week’s soccer questions: Manchester City’s next steps, and is Messi peaking at the perfect time?

We look at what Celtic’s title win means for Scottish soccer, Argentina’s World Cup plans and the prospect of a Premier League without Pep Guardiola

The Independent UK

British PM Starmer congratulates Arsenal as title celebrations go deep into the night

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has taken time out from dealing with his own sticky political situation to congratulate his favorite soccer team Arsenal on winning the Premier League

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