Team USA Aces Win Big in World Cup Qualifier
Three Las Vegas Aces stars dominated the court in World Cup qualifying games, leading their countries to decisive victories. Team USA crushed Puerto Rico 91-48 while Spain topped Senegal 84-51.
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Sam Kerr Returns Home for Historic World Cup Qualifier
Sixteen years after her backflip goal launched her career, Sam Kerr leads Australia's Matildas into a quarter-final rematch against North Korea in her hometown of Perth. A win secures their spot in the 2027 Women's World Cup.
Caitlin Clark Set for Team USA Debut After Injury Recovery
After eight months of injury setbacks limited her to just 13 WNBA games, basketball star Caitlin Clark is ready to wear a Team USA jersey for the first time. The NCAA's all-time scoring leader will compete in next week's FIBA World Cup qualifier in Puerto Rico.
Nigeria's D'Tigress Squad Named for World Cup Qualifiers
Nigeria's five-time champion D'Tigress basketball team announced their 12-player roster for the FIBA World Cup qualifiers in France this March. The squad features 11 players from their historic fifth consecutive AfroBasket championship win.
England Scores 6 Goals in World Cup Qualifier Win
The England women's football team launched their 2027 World Cup qualifying campaign with a stunning 6-1 victory over Ukraine. Three players scored twice each as the Lionesses showed their championship form in their first competitive match since winning the Euros.
New Zealand and American Samoa Advance to World Cup Semis
Two teams have punched their tickets to the FIFA Women's World Cup Oceania semifinals, with New Zealand dominating 8-0 and American Samoa pulling off their second straight upset win. The semifinals will be held in Hamilton, New Zealand next month.
Ireland Women's Hockey Stuns Australia 4-1 in Historic Win
Ireland's women's hockey team secured their first-ever FIH Hockey Pro League victory over powerhouse Australia with a commanding 4-1 comeback win in Hobart. The triumph marks a turning point for Irish hockey as they head into crucial World Cup qualifiers next month.
Nigeria's Falconets Advance to Final World Cup Qualifier
Nigeria's U-20 women's soccer team secured their spot in the final qualifying round for the 2026 World Cup with a confident 2-1 victory over Senegal. The win continues an incredible streak: the Falconets have qualified for every U-20 Women's World Cup since the tournament began.
Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston Join Team USA Roster
WNBA stars Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston will represent Team USA at the World Cup Qualifiers in Puerto Rico next month. Five players, including Clark, will make their competitive senior national team debuts.
Haiti's U-17 Women Win 3rd Straight World Cup Qualifier
Haiti's Under-17 women's soccer team, the Grenadières, dominated the Cayman Islands 3-0 in their third World Cup qualifier, staying undefeated and moving closer to Morocco 2026. The young athletes have now scored 14 goals while allowing just one across three matches.
Haiti's U-17 Women's Team Wins 6-1 in World Cup Qualifier
Haiti's under-17 women's soccer team crushed their World Cup qualifying opener 6-1 against Antigua and Barbuda, announcing their arrival on the international stage. Rising star Kerdina Lamour scored twice in a performance that has fans believing in the future of Haitian women's soccer.
Futsal Takes Off: 30M Players Across 100+ Countries
The fast-paced indoor soccer variant futsal now reaches 30 million players worldwide, helping develop tomorrow's soccer stars. Azerbaijan just beat Denmark in friendly matches as both nations gear up for World Cup qualifiers.