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Soccer Slang Explained: Popular Terms Every Fan Should Know

From “tiki-taka” to “Total Football,” these are the soccer slang terms every fan should know.

Sports Illustrated

The player who chugged a beer on the field and Phil Neville returns to Miami: MLS weekend wrap

Also: Guilherme helps Houston lift off, Wilfried Zaha strikes back and Orlando City bide their time as Antoine Griezmann waits

The Guardian - US

Shakira tax fraud case: Massive relief for Colombian singer as Spain's High Court clears her in tax evasion charges

Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and other footballers and sports celebrities have also been in trouble with Spanish tax authorities.

The Economic Times

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Grading Inter Miami’s First Home Victory Amid Eerie Fan Protests

Inter Miami supporters were silent on Sunday, as Inter Miami picked up its first win at Nu Stadium.

Sports Illustrated

Messi’s Intense World Cup Training Regimen—Revealed

The Argentine superstar is expected to compete in his sixth World Cup this summer, seeking back-to-back trophies.

Sports Illustrated

The Four Burning Questions the USMNT Must Answer Ahead of the World Cup

The USMNT open the 2026 World Cup against Paraguay on June 12 in Los Angeles.

Sports Illustrated

Best Soccer Tattoos Ever: The Stories Behind the Game’s Most Famous Ink

Tattoos are now synonymous with soccer players, but some stand out as far more memorable and eye-catching than others.

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The last dance: Messi and Ronaldo get ready for sixth and final World Cup

Football legends Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are set for their sixth World Cup appearances. This marks their final tournament as they aim to add to their storied careers. Messi continues to excel, while Ronaldo remains Portugal's captain. Both players are chasing individual and team glory in this historic event.…

The Economic Times

The Players with the Most League Titles in Europe’s Top Five Leagues

These players weren’t content with winning just one major league title.

Sports Illustrated

Top 10 Soccer Players Sponsored by Adidas in 2026

Adidas sponsors some of the biggest soccer players in the world, who wear the German brand’s gear exclusively both on and off the field.

Sports Illustrated

How MLS has become a key proving ground for Socceroos World Cup hopefuls

A sizeable contingent of Australian players in the US adds intrigue to the upcoming Group D clash between the two nations

The Guardian - AU

Argentina 2026 World Cup Preview: Defending Champions Hunt Legendary Feat

Only two nations have ever successfully defended the World Cup, but Argentina is more than up for the task this summer.

Sports Illustrated

Premier League-Bound Cavan Sullivan, Julian Hall Stun in Historic MLS Showings

Two of the brightest young stars in MLS took big steps on Wednesday night.

Sports Illustrated

Grading Inter Miami’s Theatrical Win Over FC Cincinnati As Messi Records Hat Trick

The Argentinian soccer legend was on fire Wednesday night.

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The Most Likely Player From Every MLS Team to Play in the World Cup

MLS is expected to set a record for the most World Cup players from the league this summer.

Sports Illustrated

The 10 MLS Clubs With the Most Expensive Payrolls—Inter Miami Reign Supreme

Lionel Messi’s salary alone puts Inter Miami’s payroll through the roof.

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Adidas' £50m World Cup commercial: here's everyone who features in the ad

Adidas athletes Jude Bellingham, Lamine Yamal and Trinity Rodman join forces with Timothee Chalamet for new commercial

The Independent UK

Lionel Messi’s staggering Inter Miami salary revealed

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The Independent UK

Lionel Messi tops Son Heung Min as highest paid MLS players revealed

Messi earns more than the whole squad of 28 of the 29 other MLS teams

Sports Illustrated

Top 10 MLS Salaries in 2026: Lionel Messi Earns Giant Pay Raise

LAFC superstar Son Heung-min makes the second-most in MLS after Lionel Messi.

The Guardian - US

$28.3m Messi is MLS’s top earner again, making more than twice as much as Son

The Inter Miami and LAFC stars are the highest-paid players in the league by a distance, while other new arrivals’ numbers are revealed for the first time

Sports Illustrated

MLS Power Rankings: New England Shines at Home, Inter Miami’s Resurgence and More From Matchday 12

It was a packed week of MLS action as the World Cup stands just one month away.

Sports Illustrated

Argentina Gives Major Update on Lionel Messi’s 2026 World Cup Involvement

Messi rattled off his six favorites for the World Cup as he played down Argentina’s chances of defending its title.

Euronews

From Messi to Mbappé: Argentina’s World Cup sticker obsession returns

Thousands of football fans in Buenos Aires are gathering in parks and public squares to swap World Cup stickers ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Evening Standard

Tottenham: Injured Spurs star handed new World Cup hope after squad announcement

Tournament chances have been hanging in the balance after season-ending setback

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