Everything We Know About 'Ted Lasso' Season 4 Your favorite pun-loving, mustache-growing soccer coach will be back for another round on Aug. 5. Sports Illustrated · Jul 23
Amazon’s Jeff Bezos could be the latest American billionaire to buy into European soccer clubs—he’s eyeing up a stake in Liverpool FC The Amazon founder worth $267 billion may chip in for a minority purchase of the British soccer team, while a wave of U.S. billionaires buy up clubs abroad. Fortune · Jul 23
6yo DC boy found ‘lying on bottom’ of pool after lifeguard ‘stepped away for a lunch break’, school promises to review incident His mom was told her son had just "guzzled some water", then discovers he's on way to hospital. We Got This Covered · Jul 23
Jason Sudeikis addresses ‘very difficult’ phone calls to former Ted Lasso actors ahead of new season Season four of Apple TV’s soccer comedy will premiere August 5 The Independent UK · Jul 22
Messi Memes: The Funniest Lionel Messi Memes That Took Over the Internet Lionel Messi has become the subject of countless internet memes throughout his career, but some have stood out far more than others. Sports Illustrated · Jul 22
Was the 2026 World Cup a Success or a Failure? This summer’s tournament was the biggest, but not necessarily the best. Sports Illustrated · Jul 22
Here’s What Every Sport Should Learn From the World Cup The global soccer tournament showed that there is an audience for weekday afternoon games. Sports Illustrated · Jul 22
The World Cup Final Drew 62.8 Million American Viewers. It's a New Record for the U.S. The 2026 FIFA World Cup final delivered a historic television audience in the United States, drawing a combined 62.8 million viewers across English- and Spanish-language broadcasts. International Business Times · Jul 22
Where To Watch World Cup Superstars Lionel Messi, Jude Bellingham, Erling Haaland, Harry Kane And More Next The 2026 FIFA World Cup may be over, but soccer's biggest stars won't be off the pitch for long. Fans who spent the past six weeks following Lionel Messi, Jude Bellingham, Erling Haaland, Harry Kane and other international standouts can continue watching them as Europe's top domestic leagues and Major… Latin Times · Jul 22
Ranking the 10 Favorites to Win the 2030 World Cup The countdown to the next tournament is on after Spain’s triumph in East Rutherford, N.J. Sports Illustrated · Jul 22
Former Australia captain Paul Wade diagnosed with probable CTE Former Australian soccer captain Paul Wade has probable CTE, which affects his memory and mood. He now advocates for banning heading the ball for players under twelve years old. Wade shared his experiences to inform families and protect future generations of athletes. Neurologists recommend reducing heading at junior levels, emphasizing… The Economic Times · Jul 22
Federal cuts threaten a Houston soccer club for at-risk youth. One state leader hopes to save it. State and community leaders are working to keep the reVision soccer nonprofit alive after it was featured at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Texas Tribune · Jul 22
Ex-Socceroos captain receives devastating CTE diagnosis Paul Wade says it's scary knowing his memory is going and he is experiencing mood swings due to the repeated head knocks he copped during his soccer career. AAP · Jul 22
Soccer scores big as 63 million Americans watch FIFA World Cup final Spain's World Cup victory drew nearly sixty-three million viewers in the United States. This viewership shattered previous records and underscored soccer's increasing popularity. Knockout-stage matches also outperformed major American sports championship games. Broadcasters benefited from new hydration breaks, creating additional advertising opportunities. These record numbers mark a significant milestone for… The Economic Times · Jul 22
Benzinga · Jul 21 Trump's Ally Hints at Blocking Netflix, Amazon, ESPN From 2030 World Cup Rights The 2026 World Cup was a big ratings win for Fox Corporation (NASDAQ:FOXA) and Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ:CMCSA), which have U.S. media rights for the once-every-four-year soccer tournament. With strong ratings and the potential for more games in the 2030 and 2034 tournaments, media and streaming giants are ready for a…
Sports Illustrated · Jul 21 The Pros and Cons of Expanding the World Cup to 64 Teams In four years, there could be an extra 16 teams competing for soccer’s most prestigious prize.
Reason · Jul 21 The 2026 World Cup Is Over. Here's How To Make It Even Better Next Time. Plus: nine books for your soccer summer reading list, and a problem with professional golf
The Guardian - US · Jul 21 In the US, the 2026 World Cup’s legacy will be an invitation to do it all again Fifa’s gargantuan revenue influx from the tournament, with little left over for locals, will beget more exploitation
The Conversation · Jul 21 Soccer and faith: Did evangelicalism really cost Brazil the World Cup? After Brazil was knocked out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, many fans were quick to blame the team’s poor performance on the evangelical beliefs of some players. On social media, some complained that Brazil’s team was much better when its players were “behaving like Catholics” and that “evangelical Protestant…
Sports Illustrated · Jul 21 David Beckham’s Ambition for Post-World Cup Soccer in the U.S. The 48-team, 2026 edition was the biggest to ever be staged—and could carve out a bright future for the sport.
Sports Illustrated · Jul 21 The Biggest Names to Have Retired From International Soccer After 2026 World Cup The 2026 World Cup represented the end of an era for so many players and teams.
The Economic Times · Jul 21 How a 64-team World Cup could transform soccer's economics FIFA president Gianni Infantino is considering a 64-team World Cup after the recent 48-team tournament. This potential expansion could significantly alter the sport's global economics and logistics. Regional confederations might become more dependent on FIFA's financial distributions. UEFA and the Asian Football Confederation have voiced opposition to further expansion.
Sports Illustrated · Jul 21 Street Parties, Shaking Stadiums, Scorching Heat: SI’s Story at the 2026 World Cup Six writers who ticked off 13 stadiums across three countries recount their highs and lows from attending a World Cup like no other.
Sports Illustrated · Jul 21 Why Red Bull Are Not Standing in Jurgen Klopp’s Way for Germany Job Red Bull’s head of global soccer is returning to the dugout.
Fortune · Jul 21 FIFA’s $15 billion World Cup payday shows commercialization is the real tournament champion FIFA’s expanded 48-team tournament brought about record TV audiences and packed stadiums.