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How the 1994 FIFA World Cup put the United States on track to host all over again in 2026

The 1994 FIFA World Cup changed American soccer forever

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McDonald’s drops new World Cup meals packed with soccer-themed collectibles

The promotion offers one of nine collectible cups that feature the faces of soccer icons, such as David Beckham and Thierry Henry

The Independent UK

Old but Gold: How Ronaldo & Co. Defied Father Time to Reach Another World Cup

Playing past 35 was once rare. But due to advances in nutrition and training, the sport’s top—and oldest—stars are set for the big stage.

Sports Illustrated

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‘Soccer’ is a fine term for the beautiful game – don’t let any ‘football’ snob or president tell you otherwise this World Cup

At the 2026 World Cup draw, FIFA Peace Prize recipient and U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the game should really be called “football.”

The Conversation

This week’s soccer questions: where next for Arsenal and did Liverpool fumble Slot’s departure?

We look at Mikel Arteta’s next steps, Liverpool potentially missing out on an old flame and Anthony Gordon’s move to Barcelona

The Guardian - US

Brazilian players from a Rio de Janeiro favela find hope and opportunities thanks to soccer

João Victor Gonçalves, from one of Rio de Janeiro's poorest favelas, has achieved a dream by playing soccer internationally

The Independent UK

Inside the $9 billion World Cup: How Gianni Infantino built a FIFA-dom with a tight grip on soccer’s biggest global event

FIFA's president has vastly expanded its powers over the past decade, despite criticism of his tight control of the sport.

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World Cup Influencer Goes Viral Wearing Only Soccer Stickers In Jaw-Dropping Post

A Brazilian influencer sparked a viral frenzy by covering herself in 1,000 stickers ahead of the World Cup.

Bored Panda

Mega gallery: the best junior sport photos from May action

See all the photos from soccer, badminton, hockey and AFL Canberra.

The Canberra Times

Congo's soccer team seeks alternatives after Spanish city cancels World Cup warmup game due to Ebola

Congo is still hoping to play its World Cup warmup against Chile after the mayor of the Spanish city of La Linea de la Concepcion denied authorization for the match because of health concerns related to the Ebola crisis

The Independent UK

With NWSL expanding and MLS rescheduling, an Arizona businesswoman is making a pitch

Vicki Mayo has plans to build a fully-enclosed, natural-grass soccer stadium in Mesa. What team will play there is far less certain

The Guardian - US

Inflation and immigration fears threaten to dampen Miami’s economic benefits from the World Cup

When the U.S. last hosted the World Cup in 1994, the event drew unexpectedly large crowds. At that time, soccer wasn’t as popular among Americans as it is now, so expectations for attendance had been fairly low.

The Conversation

Colombia's soccer jersey isn't just about sports. It's become a symbol of political division

Colombia’s national soccer jersey has become the subject of controversy during the country's bitterly disputed presidential election

The Independent UK

Battle of football influencers delivers Australia’s Kai Trewin 100k Instagram followers

Socceroos defender subject of viral campaign to make him ‘Cristiano Ronaldo of World Cup’ as New Zealand’s Tim Payne surpasses All Blacks

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AAP

Brave Afghanistan women's soccer team alive and kicking

Fatima Yousufi and Mona Amini escaped the Taliban and found refuge in Australia, and their dreams of playing international soccer may soon become reality.

AAP

'Underdog' Oakland and Socceroos a gritty perfect match

Oakland's three biggest professional sports franchises have all left but the 'underdog' city of the Bay Area appears the perfect match for the Socceroos.

AAP

No Payne, big gain: Socceroo's social media boost

Days after Tim Payne became the talking point of world football after his low profile went viral, Socceroo Kai Trewin is experiencing his own social media rise.

The Conversation

From ‘USA94’ to now: how soccer has changed since the last American World Cup

The United States hosted its first World Cup in 1994.

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The Independent UK

Artist suing FIFA over destruction of Dallas whale mural before World Cup

An artist has filed a federal lawsuit against soccer's international governing body over the destruction of his giant mural of swimming whales on a building in Dallas as it prepares to host World Cup matches

Sports Illustrated

MLS Sets Historic Record Ahead of 2026 World Cup

The World Cup kicks off in less than two weeks across North America, home to the U.S.’s top flight, Major League Soccer.

The Canberra Times

Watch: new video reveals hoons' heartless damage to Canberra sportsgrounds

Police update on looming "criminal damage" crackdown.

Fortune

U.S. Soccer is using AI to scout 70 million teenagers. The former consulting CEO running the federation calls it a 'paradigm shift' for the sport

For 30 years, soccer has been "the sport of the future." Could a World Cup on home soil and an AI-powered talent revolution make it the sport of now?

The Independent UK

Angryginge devastated after mother’s house burns down on day of Soccer Aid triumph

Angryginge has revealed that his mother’s house burnt down on the same day of his Soccer Aid victory.

The Independent UK

Pele’s iconic World Cup final jersey heads to auction as fans get chance to own a piece of football history

Pele’s famous World Cup jersey is heading to auction

The Independent UK

Haiti soccer star cleared to play at World Cup as he is finally granted US visa by Trump administration

Woodensky Pierre, the only member of Haiti’s national soccer team living in the Caribbean country, has been granted a visa to travel to the US

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