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Far removed from today’s global juggernaut, soccer was born in the well-heeled boarding schools of 19th-century England

Over the past two centuries, soccer – or football, as it is called in much of the English-speaking world – has become a truly global phenomenon that connects fans on all continents. It is also, come World Cup time, a deeply nationalist affair that pits teams and their fans from…

The Conversation

Hyundai Motor Launches "School of Football" Campaign Featuring Boston Dynamics' Atlas Ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026™

SEOUL, South Korea, May 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor Company today announced the launch of "School of Football", a new global campaign featuring Boston Dynamics' humanoid robot Atlas®. Created as part of Hyundai Motor's "Next Starts Now" FIFA World Cup 2026™ platform, the campaign uses football (soccer) as a…

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USA '94 legacy: why two big misses didn't prevent a World Cup hit

Why two big misses didn't prevent World Cup 1994 being a hit, FourFourTwo look at the legacy of the USA's first major football tournament

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The vibes in Canada feel much different than the US as the World Cup arrives

Canada is keeping its focus on the soccer

The Independent UK

New on Peacock in June 2026: All the new shows and movies to watch

Here's our monthly guide to all the new movies and shows coming to Peacock in June 2026, including the return of 'Love Island USA'.

Tom’s Guide

TV tonight: how did Olly Murs pull off his Soccer Aid spectacular?

Follow the singer on his remarkable 400km run-cycle-row from Manchester to London. Plus: Bea gets a new mission in Ponies. Here’s what to watch this evening

The Guardian - UK

The U.S. Post Office Just Said 'Goooooal' — USPS Releases Soccer Forever Stamp as 2026 World Cup Approaches

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup just two weeks away, the U.S. Postal Service has issued a North American Soccer Forever stamp celebrating the sport's history in America — and the iconic 'goooooal' call that Latin America gave the world.

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New Zealand ‘hero’ gains one million Instagram followers in two days ahead of World Cup

Defender Tim Payne has become an unlikely social media superstar thanks to an influencer from Argentina

The Independent UK

US trains for World Cup at new $250 million, 200-acre, 19-field complex south of Atlanta

Jozy Altidore says the U.S. Soccer National Training Center is far different from where he trained with the national team a decade ago

The Independent UK

Watch: Scooter gang of 20 steal flags, ride through Canberra games as police flag crackdown

Corner flags taken, onlookers verbally abused mid-game.

The Canberra Times

New York, New Jersey Attorney Generals Launch Investigation Into FIFA Practices

New York’s Letitia James and New Jersey’s Jennifer Davenport have sent subpoenas to soccer’s governing body.

Sports Illustrated

Midfielder’s World Cup dreams hang in the balance as he awaits US visa amid Trump travel ban

Woodensky Pierre continues to train on his own while the other 25 players in Haiti’s World Cup squad, who play outside the country, are preparing for the tournament in Florida

The Independent UK

Federal judge drops charges against ex-Fox executive in soccer corruption case

A federal judge in Brooklyn has agreed to dismiss charges against a convicted former Fox executive and South American sports media company in a corruption case related to TV rights for international soccer tournaments

AAP

Sole player who lives in Haiti awaits US visa as his squad prepares for the World Cup in Florida

The only member of Haiti’s national soccer team who is based in the troubled Caribbean country is awaiting a U.S. visa to join the squad in Florida just weeks before the start of the World Cup

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Federal judge drops charges against ex-Fox executive in soccer corruption prosecution

The Conversation

The next World Cup won’t be only about passion for soccer. It will also be about betting obsession

In Brazil, the World Cup is far more than a sports event; it’s part of the country’s identity. Brazil has won the men’s tournament five times, and has high hopes of a sixth in the upcoming event taking place in Canada, Mexico, and the United States from June 11 to…

The Independent UK

Soccer Aid 2026: England vs World XI line-ups, date, kick-off time and how to watch on TV

Wayne Rooney, Angry Ginge and more feature in the annual Unicef charity football match, with the London Stadium hosting this year’s game

Sports Illustrated

USWNT Roster Takeaways: ‘Triple Espresso’ Returns for Brazil Friendlies

Mallory Swanson, Sophia Wilson and Trinity Rodman are among the players named to manager Emma Hayes’s latest 26-player roster.

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The Independent UK

World Cup host cities: Where to stay, watch and best things to do across all USA, Mexico and Canada locations

The 2026 World Cup will be the biggest yet, with more competing countries and host cities than ever before. These are the top sights, buzzy soccer bars, and standout neighborhoods in each one

Sports Illustrated

Why Canada Signed Jesse Marsch’s 2030 World Cup Extension Ahead of 2026

The 52-year-old Wisconsin-born manager will continue to lead Canada over the next four years.

Sports Illustrated

How John Skipper Brought Soccer—and the World Cup—to American Audiences

As he climbed the ranks at ESPN, John Skipper made it his mission to make the beautiful game a popular one in the U.S. It wasn’t easy, but it was interesting—and ultimately worthwhile.

AAP

Lamar Hunt's legacy: World Cup adventures with sons Clark and Dan, and the foundation of US soccer

The late businessman Lamar Hunt was instrumental in bringing professional soccer to the U.S., founding the North American Soccer League and later Major League Soccer

AAP

The US is a two-time World Cup host. Without Lamar Hunt, it is likely neither would have happened

Clark and Dan Hunt share fond memories of their late father, Lamar Hunt, beyond their World Cup adventures

The Guardian - US

A sense of stagnation is setting in around MLS. The league needs a World Cup bump

The 1994 World Cup transformed the domestic game in the US. MLS will hope a similar change can give the league a much-needed jolt

Sports Illustrated

Meet the 26 Players Who Will Star for the USMNT at 2026 World Cup

The bid for a historic World Cup run on home soil is in their hands.

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