Lionel Messi Matches Huge Cristiano Ronaldo Achievement in Soccer’s Ongoing G.O.A.T. Battle There’s more to this longstanding rivalry than goals, assists and trophies. Sports Illustrated · Jun 7
2026 MLS All-Star Game: First Picks Revealed as Messi, Son, USMNT Stars Headline Five of the first 11 MLS All-Stars will represent their countries at the World Cup this summer. Sports Illustrated · Jun 5
From war to World Cup: Bosnian fans set to deliver home-away-from home atmosphere in US Midwest Bosnia and Herzegovina will have plenty of support at this summer’s World Cup The Independent UK · Jun 5
Could Diego Luna Still Make the USMNT 2026 World Cup Squad? The Real Salt Lake star was a shock omission from Mauricio Pochettino’s roster reveal. Sports Illustrated · Jun 3
Suspended Union executive has reportedly failed to complete MLS training Guardian sources say Ernst Tanner has not rejoined the club after he was found to have violated league policies The Guardian - US · Jun 3
With NWSL expanding and MLS rescheduling, an Arizona businesswoman is making a pitch Vicki Mayo has plans to build a fully-enclosed, natural-grass soccer stadium in Mesa. What team will play there is far less certain The Guardian - US · Jun 3
NWSL plans to gain growth through men’s World Cup pandemonium Plenty of women watch the men’s tournament but are yet to translate fandom to the women’s game – will that change this summer? The Guardian - UK · Jun 3
'Underdog' Oakland and Socceroos a gritty perfect match Oakland's three biggest professional sports franchises have all left but the 'underdog' city of the Bay Area appears the perfect match for the Socceroos. AAP · Jun 3
MLS Sets Historic Record Ahead of 2026 World Cup The World Cup kicks off in less than two weeks across North America, home to the U.S.’s top flight, Major League Soccer. Sports Illustrated · Jun 2
Joe Lolley leaving Sydney FC, eyes move to ALM rival Ex-Nottingham Forest winger Joe Lolley has left Sydney FC after playing four seasons with the A-League Men club. AAP · Jun 1
The 30 Most Valuable Soccer Teams in 2026—Ranked Seven Major League Soccer sides breach the top tier of financial might. Sports Illustrated · May 29
Lionel Messi named in Argentina squad for sixth World Cup after shaking off injury scare Messi will captain Lionel Scaloni’s side as they bid to defend their World Cup crown The Independent UK · May 29
Gregg Berhalter Reacts to USMNT’s 2026 World Cup Roster, Son’s Selection The USMNT’s 2022 World Cup manager will watch his son, Sebastian, make his tournament debut this summer. Sports Illustrated · May 28
Lionel Messi Injury: Argentina Boss Reveals Next Steps As World Cup Roster Looms The global soccer community holds its collective breath ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Sports Illustrated · May 28
The Guardian - US · May 27 USMNT midfield makeup takes center stage as World Cup training camp opens After a glitzy roster reveal event in New York, the US begin their World Cup journey in the suburbs of Atlanta
AAP · May 27 Lamar Hunt's legacy: World Cup adventures with sons Clark and Dan, and the foundation of US soccer The late businessman Lamar Hunt was instrumental in bringing professional soccer to the U.S., founding the North American Soccer League and later Major League Soccer
The Guardian - US · May 27 A sense of stagnation is setting in around MLS. The league needs a World Cup bump The 1994 World Cup transformed the domestic game in the US. MLS will hope a similar change can give the league a much-needed jolt
The National (Scotland) · May 27 Rangers hero wins first trophy as a manager after replacing ex-Celtic boss Miller has landed the first major trophy of his managerial career after guiding Maccabi Tel Aviv to Israel State Cup glory.
Sports Illustrated · May 26 'We Want To Sign Him'—MLS Team Makes Robert Lewandowski Intentions Clear The veteran Polish striker could be heading stateside after leaving Barcelona.
The Guardian - US · May 26 Is Pep Guardiola the man to replace Lionel Messi as MLS’s crown jewel? The former Manchester City manager is always interested in fresh challenges. Taking on another continent could be tempting as he embarks on a new chapter
AAP · May 26 World Cup worries for Argentina as Messi hamstrung Defending champions Argentina are on edge less than three weeks out from the World Cup with confirmation Lionel Messi has a problem with his left hamstring.
Sports Illustrated · May 25 MLS Power Rankings: Muller’s Whitecaps Dominate, Miami Wins Chaotic Pre-World Cup Finale and More After Matchday 15 MLS heads into its World Cup break with no matches until July 16.
The Guardian - US · May 25 Phil Neville leaves Portland Timbers after admitting results did not match expectations Phil Neville is no longer in charge of the Portland Timbers after they announced they had ‘mutually parted ways’ with their head coach
Sports Illustrated · May 25 USMNT Players of the Season: The Five Best Performers From Europe in 2025–26 It was an outstanding season for U.S. players overseas, pushing several into World Cup contention.
The Independent UK · May 25 Lionel Messi suffers injury scare for Inter Miami to put World Cup in doubt Messi suffered a hamstring injury less than a month before the beginning of Argentina’s World Cup title defence