The Latest Breaking News from Soccer

Real Madrid’s Star-Studded 2026–27 Lineup After Yan Diomande Arrival

Los Blancos have the most frightening front four in world soccer.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 7

Argentina Confirm Position on Gianni Infantino As Divide Over FIFA President Grows

Infantino’s failed World Cup plan has left soccer facing an uncertain future.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 7

Gianni Infantino gets a lifeline with African support; UEFA retains FIFA boycott threat

African football leaders unanimously backed FIFA President Gianni Infantino's leadership. This support offers a boost as he seeks a fourth term in office. However, UEFA reaffirmed its boycott, citing unmet conditions for returning to FIFA competitions. FIFA apologized for mistakes in a World Cup commercial rights proposal. The organization will…

The Economic Times · Aug 7

Iranian soccer players granted Australian citizenship

Two women from Iran's national soccer team who sought asylum in Australia following an Asian Cup game are celebrating after being granted citizenship.

AAP · Aug 6

Matildas mainstay takes break from the sport

Less than a year out from the Women's World Cup, one of the most experienced Matildas players has taken a break from soccer.

AAP · Aug 6

Gianni Infantino gets internal support at crisis meeting to remain as FIFA president

FIFA says it has apologized for errors made over Gianni Infantino’s failed plan to sell stakes in the World Cup and that senior staff in attendance at a summit held in Morocco “reaffirmed their full support” for his presidency

The Independent UK · Aug 6

New MLS Commissioner Makes Blunt Ruling on Integrating Promotion/Relegation

Pressure is mounting for MLS to adopt the system used in Europe’s top leagues.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 5

Canada's Carney says he has no confidence in FIFA's Infantino

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says he no longer has confidence in FIFA President Gianni Infantino, adding to growing pressure on the soccer leader after his abandoned plan to sell stakes in the World Cup sparked a global backlash Carney says Infantino committed a “fatal” governance mistake by failing to…

The Independent UK · Aug 5

Four Key Ways MLS Could Change Under New Commissioner Larry Berg

MLS is entering its post-Don Garber era and will need to make the right decisions on roster, building, media rights deals and more to sustain growth.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 5

Jason Sudeikis Proves He’s the Real-Life Ted Lasso With This Classy Tribute to Caitlin Clark

Sudeikis fittingly plays the coach of a women’s soccer team in the latest season of ‘Ted Lasso.’

Sports Illustrated · Aug 5