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A New Zealand football club just punched their ticket to the world stage. Auckland FC's 1-0 semifinal victory earned them a spot at FIFA's Intercontinental Cup, where they'll face some of the planet's best teams.
Starting this September, every women's team in FIFA tournaments must have at least one female head coach or assistant coach on staff. The groundbreaking rule tackles a persistent problem: despite explosive growth in women's soccer, female coaches remain shockingly rare on the sidelines.
Soccer's biggest stars will get more chances to play in crucial World Cup matches thanks to a new rule change. FIFA is wiping yellow card records twice during the tournament to keep players on the field when it matters most.
For the second straight World Cup, women will referee on soccer's biggest stage, with FIFA selecting six female officials among 52 total referees. The 2026 tournament in North America will be the largest ever, featuring 48 teams and 104 matches.
Women's club football just hit a major milestone with FIFA announcing a record-breaking $2.3 million prize for the first-ever Women's Champions Cup winner. The historic tournament kicks off this week in London with six elite teams competing for the biggest payout in women's club history.
Two Nigerian football clubs are about to receive a historic windfall from FIFA for lending their players during World Cup qualifying matches. The international football body is distributing $355 million to clubs worldwide, marking a 70% increase from the last tournament.
FIFA stands firm on inclusivity, permitting LGBTQ+ flags at all 2026 World Cup matches including a Seattle game during Pride weekend. The decision marks a shift from the 2022 tournament's restrictive approach.
After Somali referee Omar Artan was wrongly denied entry to the US for the World Cup, FIFA stepped up to pay his full tournament salary. The decision honors one of Africa's most respected officials and his shattered dream.
Florida A&M's baseball team defeated Southern 5-1 in the SWAC Tournament semifinals and now faces Alabama State for the championship and an automatic NCAA Tournament bid. The Rattlers swept their opponent during the regular season and are chasing their second conference title in four years.
The Kansas Jayhawks claimed their first Big 12 Tournament championship since 2006 with a dominant 9-0 shutout victory. The win secured their spot as likely top seeds in the NCAA Tournament with home-field advantage.
Thousands of pizza sellers, drink vendors, and wing stand workers are getting official FIFA accreditation to work at Mexico's World Cup stadiums. Behind every cold beer and hot taco at this summer's games will be a FIFA-approved vendor who went through background checks and hours-long waits to serve fans.
Over a million fans are stealing the spotlight at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, transforming host cities across North America into celebrations of unity and joy. From Viking rowing traditions to sold-out pubs, supporters are creating the tournament's most memorable moments.
While Israel's soccer team didn't make it to the FIFA World Cup, Israeli companies are playing starring roles behind the scenes. From AI-powered broadcasts to drone security, Israeli innovation is helping deliver the tournament to billions of fans worldwide.
Mexico becomes the first nation to host the FIFA World Cup three times, with legendary goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa preparing for his sixth and final tournament appearance at age 40. The home crowd advantage could finally push El Tri past the quarterfinals for the first time since 1986.
The University of Texas softball team just made history, claiming their first-ever SEC Tournament Championship with a dominant 7-1 victory over Alabama. After a 21-year conference tournament title drought, the Longhorns are headed to the NCAA Tournament as champions.
Afghan women footballers forced to flee the Taliban can now compete officially as their country's national team, thanks to a historic FIFA rule change. It's a powerful victory for athletes who refused to let their dreams be silenced.
New Zealand's under-15 girls soccer team dominated an eight-nation Oceania tournament in Fiji, winning all their matches including a 12-0 victory in the final. The tournament gave young players their first taste of international competition without high-stakes pressure.
After four years fighting for their voices to be heard, Afghanistan's displaced women footballers achieved official FIFA recognition and are preparing for international matches this June. The team of exiled players who fled the Taliban are now one step closer to their World Cup dream.
Kenya's Josephine Wanjiku has earned a coveted spot officiating at the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup, marking a milestone for East African women in international football. Her selection puts her on the global stage alongside the world's top referees.
Brazil's Corinthians women's team just secured a spot in the inaugural FIFA Women's Champions Cup final, defeating New York's Gotham FC in a historic semifinal. They'll face Arsenal in a groundbreaking match that marks a major milestone for women's club soccer.
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