How 1994 World Cup Turned America Into Soccer Nation
In 1994, soccer ranked 67th among America's favorite sports, behind tractor pulling. Thirty-two years later, a single World Cup tournament changed everything.
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US Soccer Legend: Team Can Beat Anyone at 2026 World Cup
Landon Donovan says the US men's soccer team has what it takes to beat any opponent at the 2026 World Cup on home soil. With momentum building and star players hitting their stride, America's soccer future looks brighter than ever.
Soccer Legend Cobi Jones' Uplifting Message to Team USA
With the 2026 World Cup kicking off on U.S. soil, America's most-capped soccer player shares an inspiring reminder for the national team. His message: All that pressure you feel? It's actually millions of Americans cheering you on.
Trinity Rodman Becomes Highest-Paid Woman in U.S. Soccer
At 24, Trinity Rodman just signed the most lucrative contract in women's soccer history, and she's using her win to open doors for every player who comes next. Her groundbreaking deal changed league rules and kept a superstar in America.
US Men's Soccer Crushes Paraguay 4-1 in World Cup Opener
The United States Men's Soccer Team delivered their best World Cup performance ever, defeating Paraguay 4-1 in front of roaring home fans at SoFi Stadium. With stunning goals and renewed energy, the host nation is giving American soccer fans something they've waited years to celebrate.
US Men's Soccer Draws Record 16M Viewers in World Cup Win
The US Men's National Team's 4-1 World Cup victory over Paraguay just shattered English-language viewership records with nearly 16 million Americans tuning in. Playing on home soil for the first time in 32 years, Team USA proved soccer fever is spreading across America faster than anyone expected.
Indiana Youth Soccer Team Wins National Championship
A team of 13-year-olds from Westfield, Indiana just proved they're among the best young soccer players in America. The Indy Eleven Academy squad won the MLS NEXT Cup Premier Division after five grueling games in four days.
5,000 Soccer Players Set World Record to Save Climate-Hit Fields
Over 5,000 people across six countries juggled soccer balls in unison to break a Guinness World Record and raise funds for youth soccer fields threatened by extreme weather. The money will help upgrade grassroots soccer sites to withstand heat, flooding, and climate impacts.
NJ Soccer Stars Ready to Shine at 2026 World Cup Final
MetLife Stadium will host the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, giving New Jersey soccer players a once-in-a-lifetime chance to compete on the world's biggest stage in their own backyard. Local pros say the tournament will inspire the next generation of American soccer talent.
US Soccer Star Balogun Honors LeBron After World Cup Goal
Folarin Balogun celebrated his crucial World Cup goal against Bosnia with LeBron James' signature move, bringing NBA energy to soccer's biggest stage. The US forward's first-half strike put America 45 minutes from their first knockout victory in over two decades.
Smyrna Breaks World Record for Soccer Juggling
Dozens of soccer fans in Smyrna set a world record for the most people juggling a soccer ball at the same time. The celebration at Village Green Park kicked off World Cup festivities with community spirit.
USMNT's 4-1 Win Over Paraguay Energizes US Soccer Fans
The US Men's National Team delivered an inspiring 4-1 victory over Paraguay, showcasing a new physical, aggressive style that has soccer fans across America buzzing. The dominant performance signals a promising shift as the team prepares to host the 2026 World Cup on home soil.
US Soccer Uses AI to Scout Millions of Young Players
The US Soccer Federation is using artificial intelligence to analyze video footage of tens of millions of youth players worldwide, hoping to discover talented athletes who might otherwise be overlooked. The pilot program aims to make soccer pathways more accessible to kids across the country.
NASA Tests Soccer Balls in Space to Help Athletes on Earth
Astronauts kicked soccer balls around the International Space Station to study how sensor technology affects the game. The space research is already improving how smart soccer balls perform in matches back on Earth.
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Mexico City Aims for Soccer Record with 10,000 Participants
Mexico City is transforming its iconic Zócalo plaza into a massive soccer pitch this Sunday, where organizers hope more than 10,000 people will break the world record for the largest soccer class. The event kicks off a series of celebrations leading up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Mexico City Plans Record-Breaking Soccer Class for 10,000
Mexico City is transforming its historic Zócalo plaza into a giant soccer field this Sunday, where 10,000 people will attempt to break the world record for the largest soccer class. The event kicks off months of World Cup celebrations leading up to the 2026 FIFA tournament.
Club América Femenil Wins First International Trophy 5-3
Mexico's Club América Femenil claimed their first-ever international trophy in a thrilling 5-3 comeback victory against the Washington Spirit. The historic win earns them spots in both the 2027 FIFA Champions Cup and 2028 Club World Cup.
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9,500 People Set World Record at Mexico City Soccer Class
Nearly 10,000 soccer fans transformed Mexico City's historic Zócalo plaza into the world's largest soccer training session, smashing the previous record by more than eight times. The record-breaking event kicked off Mexico's World Cup celebrations with a powerful message of peace and community.
Ted Lasso Star Cristo Fernandez Signs Pro Soccer Deal
Cristo Fernandez, who played the lovable Dani Rojas on "Ted Lasso," just proved life can imitate art by signing a professional soccer contract with El Paso Locomotive FC. After a childhood injury derailed his soccer dreams at 15, the actor is finally getting his chance to play professionally at the sport he never stopped loving.
Nike Builds 1,677-Piece Soccer Field That Goes Anywhere
Nike ACG just created a portable soccer field made of 1,677 lightweight pieces that can turn any landscape into a playable pitch in hours. The kit was assembled on a snowy Italian mountainside to prove you can play beautiful soccer anywhere.
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