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Ben Shelton continues to play inspired tennis at the US Open, with his girlfriend and soccer star Trinity Rodman consistently cheering him on. Shelton is through to the third round after handily beating Pablo Carreño Busta on Wednesday. He scored a straight-sets win, 6-4, 6-2, 6-4, at Louis Armstrong Stadium to follow up on his […]

The United States women’s national team has won four World Cup championships and five Olympic gold medals since it became a team in 1985. Women’s soccer was first played in the World Cup in 1991, and 1996 was the first year it was an Olympic sport. Team USA has dominated since the get-go. In the […]

Italian club Juventus emerged 2-0 winners against Parma in their Serie A season opener earlier on Sunday. Canadian International Jonathan David scored in his club debut in the 59th minute while Dusan Vlahovic added an 84th-minute goal to seal the deal. However, the club was instead focussed on an unfortunate incident surrounding USMNT member Weston […]

During the Saudi Super Cup final on Saturday, Al Nassr forward Cristiano Ronaldo opened the scoring with a penalty kick. The goal was his 100th with Al Nassr. For those keeping score at home, that is the fourth club that Ronaldo has scored over 100 goals f0r. He’s the first player in history to do […]

Next year, North America will host the 2026 World Cup. Most of the games being hosted by the trio of the United States, Canada and Mexico will be hosted in the US, including the tournament final, which will be played at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Ahead of the World Cup’s upcoming draw to see […]

It turns out, retirement has been good to NWSL legend Alex Morgan. Recently, Morgan’s jersey was retired by the San Diego Wave, the first in franchise history. Last month, she received the ESPY’s Icon Award with Diana Taurasi. Plus, Morgan has become a minority investor of her former team. Altogether, her legacy on the soccer […]

The most anticipated FIFA World Cup ever is less than a year away. In 2026, a record-breaking 48 teams will face off in the biggest and best FIFA World Cup to date. Three host nations, the United States of America, Mexico, and Canada, will foster games for the most prestigious soccer tournament in the world. […]

USMNT star Christian Pulisic is back in the headlines. This time, the AC Milan forward is pushing back against former players who question the team’s mentality. Speaking in the eighth episode of a new docuseries filmed earlier this summer, the star addressed a criticism he finds especially frustrating. Among the remarks was a jab at […]

The 2026 World Cup, which will be played primarily on U.S. soil, is now only about 300 days away. However, the U.S. Men’s National Team is as messy as ever as current and former USMNT players continue to publicly snipe at each other on television, podcasts, and streaming docuseries. The latest generational bickering comes as […]

Wayne Rooney has staunchly defended his stint at Birmingham City after enduring harsh criticism from club minority owner Tom Brady. The seven-time Super Bowl champion labeled Rooney’s work ethic questionable in the Amazon Prime documentary Built in Birmingham: Brady & the Blues. This prompted the former manager to strike back, calling the remarks “very unfair.” […]

The EA FC 26 ICONS have been revealed, representing a class of legendary players who you can potentially unlock in the game. While the All New Men’s ICONS are available in FC Mobile, those who pre-ordered the Ultimate Edition (by August 26th) will receive one of these players for free. Without further ado, let’s take […]

For the first 39 minutes of the UEFA Super Cup, Paris St. Germain (aka PSG) and Tottenham Hotspur were scoreless. Then, following goals from Tottenham defenders Micky Van de Ven and Cristian Romero, Spurs led 2-0 going into halftime. For most of the second half, the score remained the same. Then, within the span of […]

Manager Rob Gale and the Portland Thorns took down the Seattle Reign 4-2 in a competitive match on Sunday. It was an early tumble for Portland despite being the hosts. They conceded the first goal of the night, having Emeri Adames score for Seattle in the third minute. The Thorns responded back, getting two goals […]

Speaking to the press before Manchester City’s 3-0 win over Palermo in a pre-season friendly held in Sicily, Pep Guardiola was asked a few questions about the NBA. Particularly close to the Boston Celtics manager Joe Mazzulla, Guardiola initially expressed excitement over the Celtics’ renewing the head coach’s contract. “I love it,” he said, per […]

The North Carolina Courage’s decision to fire head coach Sean Nahas on Wednesday night sparked immediate fan speculation and talk online, especially as the club offered little explanation for the move. In a brief two-sentence statement, the team announced it had “terminated the contract of Head Coach Sean Nahas, effective immediately.” During a press conference […]

As one of the two expansion clubs joining the NWSL in 2026, Denver Summit FC is preparing as the start of their inaugural season grows closer. Nick Cushing was announced as the franchise’s first-ever head coach on August 6, and he was quick to share what he hopes to bring to the new era of the […]

The Ballon d’Or 2025 nominee list has officially dropped, and it’s shaping up to be one of the most competitive years in recent memory. With Manchester City’s Rodri sidelined by injury and out of the race, the door has swung wide open for a new king to claim the sport’s highest individual honor, SI reports. […]

A new EA Sports FC 26 Ultimate Team (FUT) Deep Dive released, showing off improvements to the mode this year. From new Live Events, a new Play Menu, and much more FC 26 Ultimate Team aims to be bigger and better than ever. Without further ado, let’s take a look at what’s new in EA […]

Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi is rightfully regarded by many as the greatest ever to play on a football pitch. However, even the 38-year-old Argentine magician is not invincible against injuries, as fans found out during the recent tie against Necaxa. Messi suffered a hamstring injury in the 11th minute after colliding with Raúl Sánchez and […]

Washington Spirit striker Trinity Rodman came back from a four-month absence in dramatic fashion. On Sunday, the Washington Spirit took on the visiting Portland Thorns at Audi Field in Washington, D.C. It marked the first game for Rodman since April 12, as she was sidelined due to a recurring back injury. At the 75th minute, […]

Women’s soccer legend Marta came to the rescue as she scored a pivotal goal that resulted in Brazil winning the Copa America Femenina once again on Saturday night. It was an intense match between the two countries as it was the final game for the South American championship. Colombia had strong momentum throughout the course […]

New EA Sports FC 26 Career Mode Details have arrived, adding new improvements for both Players and Managers. From a new Manager Live System, to new challenges and more, there’s a lot to unpack. Without further ado, let’s take a look at some of the biggest improvements this year. Let’s dive right in! EA Sports […]

Washington Spirit star Trinity Rodman is coming back after being plagued by a back injury for three months. Not only that, but she is coming back with something to call her own. On Thursday, Adidas officially released the “F50 Sparkfusion” shoe in Rodman’s name, per Pro Soccer Wire of USA Today. Once the shoe was […]

It’s been a rough and tumble NWSL season for Trinity Rodman. Since April, Rodman has been out due to back injury. On Thursday, the Washington Spirit forward spoke for the first time as she makes her return, per Jeff Kassouf of ESPN. Rodman said that she intends to be the same player. “I’m still gonna […]

The EA FC 26 Clubs Deep Dive released today, showing off new Archetypes, new dynamic Clubs Rush Live Events, and much more. This year, FC 26 adds community requested features like support for multiple clubs. Without further ado, let’s take a look at everything new coming to Clubs in EA FC 26 this year. EA […]

EA Sports FC 26 Clubs features 13 archetypes, which influences a player’s Signature PlayStyle, all of which can be upgraded and improved over time. Each Archetype is inspired by an a real-world ICON, and helps differentiate players on the pitch. Each Archetype can be useful in building a powerful club. Therefore, we listed all FC […]

Coldplay is the GOAT for creating viral moments. At the band’s recent show in Miami at Hard Rock Stadium, Chris Martin gave a shoutout to Inter Miami and soccer icon Lionel Messi. Once Messi and his wife, Antonela Roccuzzo, were shown on the kiss cam, they began to smile and wave, as the crowd began […]

Just when it looked like Nigeria’s record nine-year streak as the Women’s African Cup of Nations (WAFCON) champions would end, the Super Falcons pulled off a shocking come-from-behind 3-2 victory over home nation Morocco to reach the historic feat of 10-straight tournament wins. Substitute midfielder Jennifer Echegini knocked in the 88th-minute game-winner to cap off […]

England can rejoice once again as they won the 2025 UEFA Women’s Euro after beating Spain in a penalty shootout (1-1 full time, 3-1 PKs) on Sunday. It marked the country’s second straight title in the tournament, winning the last edition in 2022. This presents significant momentum as they prepare for the 2027 FIFA Women’s […]

Two years after Christine Sinclair retired from the NWSL, she is getting the ultimate honor. On Wednesday, Sinclair officially became the first inductee into the Portland Thorns Hall of Fame, per Ryan Clarke of The Oregonian.  The ceremony will commence on Oct. 4 when the Thorns take on Bay FC. Sinclair is one of the […]

FC Barcelona has secured another attacking threat, agreeing to a deal with Manchester United for Marcus Rashford on loan until June 30, 2026, per ESPN. The agreement includes an option for a permanent transfer, reportedly set at around €30 million ($34.9 million). Rashford, who will wear the No. 14 jersey, expressed excitement about his fresh […]

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant never hid his affinity towards the game of futbol, particularly for the blue and red colors of FC Barcelona. In the past, we’ve even seen Bryant debut his signature Nike Kobe sneakers in colorways to match the current Barcelona uniforms. In keeping tradition, Nike will release an all-new Nike […]

The EA FC 26 Gameplay Reveal has arrived, showing off the differences between Competitive & Authentic presets. Furthermore, this Deep Dive explained everything else from fundamental changes to quality of life improvements. Without further ado, let’s take a look. EA Sports FC 26 Gameplay Reveal – Everything You Need to Know Firstly, the biggest change […]

The NWSL’s 16th franchise officially has a name: Denver Summit FC. The expansion team announced its identity Tuesday, following months of fan engagement and a public vote on six naming options. The name “Summit” emerged as the top choice among fans and the team’s ownership group. “I think the at-large view, and really a through […]

Sergio Busquets turned back the clock with an impressive highlight in Saturday’s match between Inter Miami and the New York Red Bulls. Busquets is progressing through his third season with the MLS squad, being a stable force in the midfield at age 37. While he doesn’t have the speed and pace he had when he […]

The ESPY Awards bring out the biggest names in sports every year, and the 2025 version of the event was no exception. Among the stars were former WNBA and USWNT  stars Diana Taurasi and Alex Morgan, respectively, who were there accepting the appropriately named ESPYs Icon Award in “recognition of their incredible careers and significant […]

Inter Miami star Lionel Messi is no stranger to historic feats, but his latest streak came to an end Wednesday night as the team suffered a resounding 3-0 loss to FC Cincinnati. For the first time in five MLS matches, Messi failed to score. His run of consecutive multi-goal games came to an abrupt halt. […]

The EA Sport FC 26 Cover Athletes have been revealed as Jude Bellingham and Jamal Musiala will grace the game’s standard cover. The two will appear on the cover together, while Zlatan Ibrahimovic graces the game’s Ultimate Edition cover. Without further ado, let’s take a moment to learn more about our FC 26 Cover Athletes. […]

Swansea City recruited rap icon Snoop Dogg to promote the team’s new home kit, but it turned out to troll Ryan Reynolds’ club as well. The photo of Snoop Dogg wearing the Swans jersey was followed shortly after the Deadpool actor shared a photo of his Wrexham kit launch. Reynolds is a co-owner of Wrexham. […]