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Zambia's under-15 team staged a stunning comeback from two goals down to defeat England 3-2 at the inaugural FIFA U15 World Cup in Azerbaijan. The young Chipolopolo followed up with another win to reach the quarter-finals, while Madagascar also impressed with back-to-back victories.
Ghana's U-17 women's team advanced to the World Cup quarterfinals after defeating Argentina 5-4 on penalties following a thrilling 1-1 draw. The young squad showed incredible composure under pressure, converting all five penalty kicks to continue their impressive tournament run.
Academy graduate Lewis Koumas became Liverpool's youngest player to score and assist in a Champions League match, breaking a record held by Steven Gerrard since 2001. The 21-year-old Welsh midfielder is seizing his unexpected first-team opportunity and inspiring a new generation of academy players.
The U.S. Under-19 Men's National Team shut out Costa Rica 2-0 to advance to their fifth consecutive championship final since 2017. The young squad will compete for their fourth title tomorrow at Mexico's historic Estadio Banorte.
A teenager adopted from Haiti after the 2010 earthquake just made history as the first Haiti-born player to wear Argentina's national team jersey. Kiki Ramos is proving that second chances can lead to extraordinary places.
A Stillwater teen recovering from a devastating bike accident inspired 511 people across 43 cities to break a Guinness World Record for simultaneous soccer ball juggling. From his hospital bed, Osten "Oz" Utley kept his love of soccer alive by challenging visitors to juggle and tracking their scores.
More than a thousand Houstonians lined up soccer balls at Hermann Park to break a world record and celebrate the upcoming World Cup. Kids took home the record-breaking balls while the rest will help underserved youth players.
Five Ghanaian football coaches are leveling up their skills at a FIFA training program in Kigali, Rwanda, bringing home expertise that will shape the next generation of players. The diverse group spans youth teams, women's football, and club coaching.
Jay-Z's Roc Nation Sports International is bringing 10 elite youth soccer teams from five African nations to Ghana for a free tournament that could open doors to European clubs. The weeklong event in February 2026 aims to spotlight African talent while giving back to local communities.
Leonard Ngenge just became one of Nigeria's youngest players to join an English football academy, signing with Leeds United after dazzling scouts across two continents. The teenage centre-back has already played for Nigeria's senior national team and now heads to West Yorkshire with a clear path to professional football.