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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.
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.
A Stillwater teen recovering from a devastating spinal cord injury turned his hospital room into mission control for a global soccer world record. His determination rallied 511 people across 43 cities to juggle soccer balls simultaneously.
One last-minute goal in 2010 did more to grow American soccer than a decade of work. Now Landon Donovan says the 2026 World Cup team has the same chance to inspire a generation.
Japan's women's soccer team arrives at the Asian Cup in Australia with 16 England-based players and a reputation for thrilling, fast-paced play. Coach Nils Nielsen believes their exciting style will win over Australian fans and make them tournament favorites.
Team USA midfielder Weston McKennie credits his military upbringing with teaching him the adaptability that made him a soccer star. Now he's bringing that versatility to his second World Cup.
Nearly 7 million fans packed stadiums across North America this summer as the World Cup shattered viewership records and launched soccer into mainstream status. U.S. soccer legend Landon Donovan says the sport has finally arrived in America, with kids wearing jerseys to school and families tuning in by the millions.
Brazilian soccer legend Marta Viera da Silva turns 40 today, cementing her legacy as the highest scorer in World Cup history with 17 goals. She's the first player of any gender to score at five different World Cups.
Two Australian soccer icons reveal how mental preparation and clever psychology help goalkeepers win the most nerve-wracking moments in sports. Their insights show how process beats pressure every time.
Christian Eriksen is home and doing well after his implanted heart device activated during a match, protecting him exactly as designed. The 34-year-old soccer player thanked medical teams and reassured fans this was different from his 2021 cardiac arrest.
After a 2010 mutiny left French soccer in ruins, the team rebuilt from rock bottom to become World Cup champions. Their journey from national disgrace to glory shows how resilience can transform everything.
A new Canadian professional soccer club is building its entire roster from players born or raised in Quebec, inspired by Spain's Athletic Bilbao. FC Supra du Quebec kicks off their first season in April, proving local talent can compete at the highest level.
Scottish football icon Sir Kenny Dalglish celebrates his 75th birthday today, marking a lifetime of excellence that transformed Liverpool FC into a global powerhouse. From scoring 172 goals to managing championship teams, "King Kenny" remains a beloved figure who shows up when his team needs him most.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A journalist's intimate encounter with Lionel Messi reveals the quiet determination behind the world's greatest soccer player. His journey from a growth-hormone-deficient boy in Argentina to eight-time Ballon d'Or winner shows how believing in yourself can overcome any obstacle.
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.
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