Keywords: Soccer


U.S. Soccer extends Mauricio Pochettino’s contract through 2030 World Cup

The United States Soccer Federation has announced a long-term contract extension for head coach Mauricio Pochettino, keeping the Argentine manager in charge of the U.S. men's national team through the 2030 FIFA World Cup. The decision follows the team's encouraging performances under Pochettino's......

Infantino responds to 2026 World Cup critics with a controversial message

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has responded to criticism surrounding the 2026 FIFA World Cup, urging those who have focused on negative comments and controversy to pay greater attention to the positive aspects of the tournament. In a message shared on social media, Infantino criticized what he described......

Top-valued football players revealed after the 2026 World Cup

The conclusion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup has brought a major update to the market values of some of the world's leading footballers, with several players seeing their valuations rise following their performances at the tournament. According to updated figures from Transfermarkt, 99 players who......

World Cup final sets new viewership record in the United States

The 2026 FIFA World Cup final has set a new television viewership record in the United States, highlighting the growing popularity of football in a country where the sport has traditionally competed with American football, basketball, and baseball for public attention. Nearly 63 million people across......

Ballon d'Or tribute honors Lionel Messi after Argentina's World Cup final defeat

The official Ballon d'Or social media account paid tribute to Lionel Messi following Argentina's defeat to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, celebrating the legendary forward's remarkable contribution to football and his extraordinary World Cup career. Shortly after the final, the......

FIFA sells pieces of 2026 World Cup final pitch for nearly $400 as collectibles

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is becoming a collector’s item in more ways than one. The international football governing body has begun selling small pieces of the pitch from the MetLife Stadium in New York, the venue that will host the tournament final on July 19, offering fans the chance to own a physical......

South Africa midfielder Jayden Adams dies at 25 after breakthrough World Cup campaign

South African football is mourning the loss of international midfielder Jayden Adams, who has died at the age of 25, only weeks after representing his country at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The announcement was made by South Africa's Ministry of Sport on Saturday. Authorities did not disclose the cause......

Trump urges Australia to grant asylum to Iranian Women’s soccer team

U.S. President Donald Trump has called on Australia to provide asylum to members of Iran’s national women’s soccer team, warning that sending them back could pose serious dangers to their lives. The team recently competed in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup held in Australia but was eliminated......

Africa celebrates Senegal's AFCON win over Morocco amid deep tensions

When Senegal triumphed over host nation Morocco in the Africa Cup of Nations final on January 18, 2026, celebrations erupted across the continent, from Dakar to Lagos. Social media buzzed with declarations that African football had prevailed while Morocco faltered. This reaction revealed longstanding......