The Sliding Doors of Wayne Rooney’s Proposed Transfer From Man Utd to Barcelona Rooney has opened up on a potential move which would have had major repercussions across European soccer. Sports Illustrated · Aug 18
USWNT Stock Up, Stock Down: Electric Jaedyn Shaw Moves Up the Depth Chart The 2025 NWSL champion has shown off some magical close control, while a certain long-range shooter in Los Angeles finally snapped her scoreless streak. Sports Illustrated · Aug 18
A physics graduate, a soccer player, a teen who couldn't swim: They died in the Ceuta migrant surge In a tragic attempt to reach Europe, dozens of Moroccans died trying to cross into Spain The Independent UK · Aug 18
A top official leaves FIFA, deepening the fallout from Infantino’s World Cup sell-off plan FIFA's chief operating officer, Kevin Lamour, has reportedly left his role weeks after accusing president Gianni Infantino of deceiving staff with a World Cup sell-off plan The Independent UK · Aug 18
FIFA Fires Senior Officer After His Public Defiance of Gianni Infantino The unrest continues at world soccer’s governing body in the wake of FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s attempt to sell stakes of the World Cup. Sports Illustrated · Aug 17
Why Do Elite European Teams Want Second-Tier U.S. Players? Two players from the USL Championship appear to be heading across the pond. Sports Illustrated · Aug 17
Your Child Wants to Quit an Expensive Activity — Should You Make Them Finish the Season? Your child begged to join the travel soccer team, dance company, gymnastics program, or music lessons, and you paid hundreds—or even thousands—of dollars to make it happen. Now, halfway through the commitment, your child wants to quit, leaving you frustrated about the money, the commitment, and the lesson quitting might… Kids Ain't Cheap · Aug 17
Pep Guardiola’s exit ushers in new era of Premier League uncertainty English soccer's top league starts with nine new managers, marking significant upheaval. Arsenal enters as title favorite after a dominant championship season. The league faces questions about a potential decline in global superstars. Premier League clubs are spending heavily on new player acquisitions. The season promises a return to traditional… The Economic Times · Aug 17
USMNT Did One Thing Wrong Ahead of 2026 World Cup—And Must Not Make the Same Mistake Twice The Stars and Stripes can’t seem to get past the round of 16 in soccer’s grand affair. Will the 2030 World Cup finally bring a breakthrough? Sports Illustrated · Aug 16
Irankunda dances his way to spectacular Sporting move Young Socceroos star Nestory Irankunda has celebrated his blockbusting move to Portuguese giants Sporting -- with a Michael Jackson dance routine. AAP · Aug 15
She Cheered Too Hard at a Soccer Match and Ended Up with Air Leaking Around Her Heart A 19-year-old's chest pain after cheering turned out to be air escaping into her chest. Her first X-ray and ECG missed it entirely. Medical Daily · Aug 15
Chelsea vs. Real Sociedad: Preview, Predictions and Lineups The Blues are back at Stamford Bridge for their final friendly of preseason. Sports Illustrated · Aug 15
The Top Five 2026 MLS Cup Contenders—Ranked As the 2026 MLS season enters its second half, teams are beginning to dream of December glory. Sports Illustrated · Aug 14
Supercomputer Predicts 2026–27 Premier League Table As Arsenal Aim to Defend Title The start of the 2026–27 Premier League season is upon us. Sports Illustrated · Aug 14
The Economic Times · Aug 14 Running, gym, cycling and more: Google’s ex chief scientist Jeff Dean reveals his intense weekly workout routine and simple habits he uses to protect his knees and ankles Google’s former chief scientist Jeff Dean, who spent 27 years at the tech giant, has revealed his intense weekly workout routine, which includes running, cycling, soccer, gym sessions and yoga. He also shared the simple habits he uses to protect his knees and ankles, including replacing running shoes regularly and…
Sports Illustrated · Aug 13 The Curious Case of Paul Pogba—How the World Cup Winner’s Career Spiraled Out of Control The French superstar was once the most expensive soccer player in the world.
Sports Illustrated · Aug 13 The 20 Best Soccer Players of the 2010s—Ranked Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo dominated the 2010s, but they weren’t the only great players of the decade.
The Conversation · Aug 13 The FIFA World Cup should belong to fans, not super-rich investors FIFA President Gianni Infantino recently cancelled plans to sell a 20 per cent stake in a company that would run the association’s tournaments, including the World Cup, to private investors.
The Independent UK · Aug 13 Tim Payne’s fame began as an internet joke. Now his shirt has sparked a bidding war Tim Payne's jersey from his debut with Paraguay club Olimpia has become a hot item with bids reaching over $3,200
Sports Illustrated · Aug 13 Gianni Infantino Responds to World Cup Hosts Funding Controversy With Unpopular Message Cracks have emerged in one of Infantino’s strongest support bases.
Latin Times · Aug 13 Netherland's Soccer Star Erling Haaland's Face Appears on Nearly Half-Ton Cocaine Shipment Seized in Ecuador The face of Norwegian soccer star Erling Haaland appeared on hundreds of cocaine packages seized from a truck near Ecuador's border with Colombia, adding an unusual detail to the discovery of nearly half a metric ton of drugs.
The Economic Times · Aug 13 FIFA chief Infantino receives support from 6 Arab federations amid revolt over World Cup plan Six Arab soccer federations have voiced strong support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino. This backing comes after his private investment plan for the World Cup faced significant opposition. European body UEFA and other confederations called the plan a breach of trust. Infantino's supporters highlighted his commitment to global football development.…
The Guardian - US · Aug 13 This week’s soccer questions: is the Premier League wide open and should Barça avoid Rodri? We look at the many contenders for the English title this season, one of the big potential moves of the summer and chaos at Fifa
The Economic Times · Aug 13 Inter Miami vs León: Is Lionel Messi hinting at quitting football? Here’s what he said In a heartfelt moment after winning the World Cup, Lionel Messi remembered his father, Jorge, who died at the age of sixty-eight. Messi articulated the emotional challenge of guiding Argentina to the championship, expressing second thoughts about his soccer career. The outpouring of support from fans and peers for the…
Sports Illustrated · Aug 13 The Greatest Soccer Players of All Time Ranked by Height From 5'1" butterfly fillets to 6'11" behemoths, the world of soccer has seen a wide range of different physical statures impress.