Israeli soccer fans were attacked in Amsterdam
Soccer fans from Israel were attacked in Amsterdam in what the Dutch prime minister called "antisemitic attacks on Israeli citizens."
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Researchers work to make pitch-perfect turf for the 2026 World Cup
Researchers work to grow grass that will offer the same level playing field for athletes at the various soccer venues that will be used during the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Which high-profile Republican says they are voting for Harris? Find out in the quiz
Queens of the chart, field and Maori adorn the quiz this week, and we also address seasonal topics like memoirs and TV shows. Enjoy it while you can!
Abby Wambach has won 2 gold medals. She says real success came later
As the U.S. women's national soccer team's all time top goal scorer, Abby Wambach knows what it feels like to win. She's brought home a World Cup and multiple Olympic gold medals, but she says true success comes after the podium. She and Rachel talk about forgiving yourself, how a little narcissism isn't a bad thing, and why she wants to be forgotten.
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Soccer's diversity unites a divided Europe, sort of
Four weeks of chanting and shouting on the streets were not expressions of anger about politics — but the sound of joy and excitement about the European Championship soccer tournament.
The U.S. is eliminated from Copa America, increasing the pressure to fire its coach
The United States was eliminated from the Copa America with a 1-0 loss to Uruguay, a defeat sure to increase pressure to replace coach Gregg Berhalter before the 2026 World Cup.
Long-running Triad soccer team gets new life in move to Winston-Salem
Salem City FC plays in what’s known as United Soccer League League Two. Many of its players have finished college and are pursuing a professional career.
Napkin securing Lionel Messi's first contract fetches nearly $1 million at auction
The handwritten restaurant napkin from the year 2000 was the starting point for an agreement between the then 13-year-old Messi and FC Barcelona.
Soccer star Dani Alves is found guilty of rape and sentenced to 4 1/2 years in prison
Dani Alves, one of the most successful soccer players of his generation, was found guilty of raping a woman in a Barcelona nightclub in 2022.
Criminal trial for Spain's former soccer head is proposed for his unwanted kiss
A high court judge also says three men who pressured Jenni Hermoso to absolve Luis Rubiales — by acting together in an attempt "to break the will" of the star forward — could also face charges.