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Are kids’ sports leagues becoming a luxury item? Battle begins to keep them open for all

ANALYSIS: The percentage of kids from low-income homes enrolled in youth sports is plummeting — and that’s a national problem if the US wants to compete at the highest levels, Bruce Golding finds

The Independent UK

International visitors came to the United States for soccer. Some saw beyond the cliches, too

International World Cup fans discovered American hospitality and warmth during their recent visits. Many found locals welcoming and eager to share their culture and homes. This experience contrasted with media depictions of a politically fractured and unwelcoming nation. Tourists encountered friendly interactions and helpful advice from everyday Americans. Their firsthand…

The Economic Times

Many World Cup fans agree on one thing after visiting the US

The international visitors absorbed more than just local cuisine and vast landscapes

The Independent UK

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Women amputees in South America train to be World Cup soccer contenders

Women amputees from 10 South American countries are training in Bolivia for the 2027 Women's Amputee Football World Cup

The Independent UK

From Extra Time to Exhaustion: The Medical Battle Behind Every World Cup Soccer Final

The World Cup final is as much a medical challenge as an athletic one, with players battling fatigue, dehydration and injury after weeks of elite competition. Behind the scenes, sports medicine teams work to keep athletes performing at their peak through the final whistle.

Medical Daily

So you want to buy a sports franchise? Why entering sports ownership gives the rich a ‘very elite and exclusive club’ with great tax benefits

Increasingly, the founders and heads of companies like Home Depot, Walmart and LVMH are entering the sports world. There's a good reason for that.

Fortune

FIFA World Cup beer sales are hopping. Brewers hope the stout demand outlasts the tournament

In the U.S., beer consumption has fallen steadily for a decade, according to the Brewers Association, a trade group for craft brewers. Canada has seen a similar decline, according to the national statistics agency. The Brewers of Europe trade association says the story is the same in the European Union.

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World Cup destiny: Messi bathed Yamal as a baby, now they face off for soccer's top title

Photographer Joan Monfort's images of Lionel Messi bathing Lamine Yamal have gained global attention. These pictures were taken nearly two decades ago for a charity calendar. The resurfaced photos now highlight a remarkable twist of fate for the upcoming World Cup final. Messi's Argentina will face Yamal's Spain for the…

The Economic Times

World Cup proves soccer is here to stay in America

The day after Belgium knocked the United States out of the 2026 World Cup, the post-mortems began. There were the tired snickers, the familiar quip that soccer is "the sport of the future and always will be," and the usual banter about how America's men can't compete because our best…

Bangkok Post

MLS team apologizes after JJ Watt called them out for snubbing his soccer star wife

Former NFL star shared list of Kealia Watt’s sporting accolades after social media post didn’t mention her name

The Independent UK

Goooool v goal: English speakers flock to Telemundo for lively World Cup coverage

The Spanish-language broadcaster has won over millions of US viewers with its energetic commentary during games

The Guardian - US

How Zohran Mamdani and other US mayors use the World Cup to communicate

Whether through livestreams or in-person attendance, America’s mayors have taken a variety of approaches to integrating soccer into their comms strategy

The Guardian - US

Ten songs that will have you ready for the World Cup final kickoff

To get in the spirit for the 2026 World Cup final between Argentina and Spain, The Associated Press has made a themed playlist

The Independent UK

Meet the Creative Force Behind the Most Stylish Club in Women’s Soccer

A designer’s in-demand NWSL collection draws on each city’s individual vibe.

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The World Cup gave beer sales a boost. But will it last?

The World Cup has been a bonanza for beer in the United States

Sports Illustrated

How Many People Watch the Soccer World Cup Final?

The FIFA World Cup final is one of the most-watched sporting events on the planet.

The Guardian - US

Concacaf whistleblower Mel Brennan: ‘Fifa survived Blatter and Warner. It will survive Infantino too’

Former Concacaf executive and whistleblower Mel Brennan says football’s governance remains opaque despite the post-2015 promises of reform

The Texas Tribune

At a Houston funeral home, a community comes together to pay respects to Lorenzo Salgado Araujo

As his sons greeted visitors near the casket of their father, who was killed in an ICE operation, some at the public visitation said they knew him well — even if they’d never met him.

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'Nothing was handed to us': Messi hits back at Argentina critics

Lionel Messi asserts Argentina's World Cup victories were earned through skill and perseverance. He dismissed claims of beneficial officiating and favoritism by the soccer establishment. Argentina's team has demonstrated championship pedigree by overcoming late-game deficits. Critics have voiced concerns over perceived biased refereeing in several crucial matches. The team remains…

The Guardian - US

US Soccer coy on Mauricio Pochettino and future of sporting director position

US Soccer says it will take time before deciding Mauricio Pochettino’s future or filling its vacant sporting director role after the World Cup

The Guardian - US

Arsène Wenger: US soccer development will depend on ‘consistency’ and ‘education’

The former Arsenal boss called out the pay-to-play model that is common in the United States and said that academy setups are vital for the growth of the sport

The Guardian - US

US Soccer’s JT Batson deflects on Trump’s role in Balogun saga: ‘The president is the president’

Batson would not say if the US federation regrets the involvement of Trump, who called Fifa multiple times to lobby for a review of the controversial red card

Sports Illustrated

Why MLS Is Restarting Even Though the 2026 World Cup Is Not Over

Six Major League Soccer matches will take place during the gap between the 2026 World Cup semifinals and the final.

Sports Illustrated

11 Players Who Play Better for Their Country Than Club

Stars for Argentina, Spain, France and England have overperformed compared to club displays.

The Guardian - US

Move over Soccerey Bally: how Striker the dog became a 1994 World Cup hero

The tournament’s mascot came to herald the ubiquitous, commercial aims of a growing international spectacle

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