MLS boss urges Harry Kane to follow Messi and Beckham before NFL dream Harry Kane shows no signs of slowing down after he marked his record-equalling England appearance with two goals The Independent UK · 5h ago
Ronaldo's walkout, Israel-Ireland tensions and Zidane's return: The recent drama in football world Cristiano Ronaldo's departure from Portugal's squad sparks discussions about his career's conclusion after leading for 23 years. New coaches Zinedine Zidane and Jurgen Klopp faced varying challenges in their initial matches with France and Germany. Tensions arose during the Israel and Ireland matches, highlighted by politically charged atmospheres and UEFA… The Economic Times · 9h ago
'I owe the Greeks my life': Cup final a family affair Former Socceroo Alan Davidson's lifelong love for South Melbourne was born out of racist bullying, but his allegiance will be split in the Australia Cup final. AAP · 12h ago
What Next for Lionel Messi After Argentina Retirement? Messi’s international career finished with an emotional sendoff in Buenos Aires. Sports Illustrated · 21h ago
Harry Kane Joins Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo Club on Record-Equaling Night England’s record goalscorer joined Peter Shilton on 125 international caps in the Three Lions’ 3–0 victory over Czechia. Sports Illustrated · 23h ago
South Korea considers ending military service exemption for athletes after Asian Games controversy South Korea is reconsidering military service exemptions for champion athletes The Independent UK · Oct 7
He manages one of the most successful soccer clubs in the world and is the elite leader every CEO wants to talk to. So why has Mikel Arteta decided to go public on having his own DNA mapped? The Arsenal boss talks to Fortune on the link between health, leadership, and sporting success. Fortune · Oct 6
Lionel Messi's Soccer Portfolio: Every Club the Argentina Legend Owns The all-time great has set himself up for a busy life post-international retirement. Sports Illustrated · Oct 6
‘Love Football More’—Neymar Issues Emotional Lionel Messi Tribute Ahead of Argentina Farewell Some of the biggest stars in world soccer are paying tribute to Lionel Messi before his final Argentina match. Sports Illustrated · Oct 6
Argentina bids Messi farewell in final national team match, ending an era Argentina is preparing an emotional goodbye to Lionel Messi The Independent UK · Oct 6
Lionel Messi’s Landmark Argentina Moments in Pictures The legendary forward will retire after his 208th and final outing. Sports Illustrated · Oct 6
If Manchester City Weren't (Basically) Owned by the UAE, Their Scandal Would Be a Lot Less Complicated Plus: Nick Saban is wrong again, and could this be the last year of MLB’s playoff format? Reason · Oct 6
Tim Ream’s Important Role in the Growth of American Soccer The 39-year-old center back retired from the U.S. men’s national team after two World Cups and 86 appearances. Sports Illustrated · Oct 6
Can Cristiano Ronaldo Get to 1,000 Goals Without International Soccer? The five-time Ballon d’Or winner is tipped to retire at the end of the season. Sports Illustrated · Oct 6
Sports Illustrated · Oct 6 ‘Apologize?’—Jorge Jesus Isn’t Giving Cristiano Ronaldo a Free Pass for Storming Off Is this the end for the greatest European soccer player of all time?
Sports Illustrated · Oct 5 USMNT Star Julian Hall in Elite Company of Pele After Record-Setting Victory The 18-year-old striker appears tailor-made for the international stage.
Sports Illustrated · Oct 5 Why Lamine Yamal Isn’t Nominated for 2026 Golden Boy Award The Golden Boy is one of the most prestigious individual awards in soccer.
The Independent UK · Oct 5 A celebratory remark after a soccer game deepens rift between Haiti and the Dominican Republic Haiti’s 4-1 win over the Dominican Republic during a recent soccer match has unleashed long simmering racial, political and economic tensions between the two countries that share the island of Hispaniola
Sports Illustrated · Oct 5 Lionel Messi Prepares for Argentina Farewell With Executive Producer Role at Disney Messi’s post-retirement plans aren’t all outside the scope of soccer.
The Independent UK · Oct 4 Ireland soccer players again wear black armbands and refuse handshakes with Israel team Ireland players have again worn black armbands and bowed their heads during the Israeli national anthem before the teams’ second Nations League soccer match
Sports Illustrated · Oct 4 ‘We Really Should’—Zinedine Zidane Weighs in on Cristiano Ronaldo Debate Ronaldo’s former Real Madrid manager has sent a message to fans and the wider soccer world in response to this international standoff.
The Guardian - US · Oct 4 Jesse Marsch: ‘We Americans have been inundated with propaganda since we were young’ As he prepares to face his home nation, the Canada manager reflects on his adopted country’s soccer, its prime minister, and its place in the world
AAP · Oct 4 'Never seen before': Mark genius secures Roosters title Roosters winger Mark Nawaqanitawase's moment of soccer genius was a new trick and a much needed one as he leaves the NRL with a deserved premiership.
Salon · Oct 4 Man City scandal isn't about soccer It's a tangled tale of global corruption and cynicism, and we're all complicit
Sports Illustrated · Oct 4 USMNT Player Ratings vs. Mexico: Two Stars Are Born in Dream Night for U.S. Soccer Julian Hall and Cavan Sullivan scored as the USMNT emphatically destroyed bitter-rival Mexico.