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Soccer
Win or Lose, Iranians Are Torn Over Their World Cup Team
By Armani Syed
How Bukayo Saka Became the Inspiring New Face of British Soccer
By Charlie Campbell
Abuse Allegations Shake U.S. Women's Soccer
By Sean Gregory
Kanjuruhan and Indonesia's Soccer Problem
By Chad de Guzman
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Premier League Postpones Matches to Mourn Queen Elizabeth II
Soccer’s most popular league suspends all its weekend fixtures as Britain enters 10 days of mourning after the death of its monarch.
By Amy Gunia
September 9, 2022
How U.S. Soccer's Historic Equal Pay Deal Came About
The U.S.A. becomes the first country to split soccer World Cup prize money evenly between women and men
By Sean Gregory
May 19, 2022
Roman Abramovich Said to Approach Buyer for Chelsea Football Club
Roman Abramovich is selling his London properties, according to British MP Chris Bryant, and a Swiss billionaire said he’s been approached about buying Chelsea Football Club. “He’s terrified of being sanctioned, which is why he’s...
By Ben Stupples & Kitty Donaldson / Bloomberg
March 2, 2022
U.S. Soccer to Pay $24 Million to End Women’s Equal-Pay Suit
The deal, announced Tuesday, would resolve one of the biggest legal fights over equal pay for male and female athletes in U.S. sports
By Tina Davis / Bloomberg
February 22, 2022
Soccer Legend Diego Maradona Mourned Around the World
The Argentine soccer legend fought demons off the field, but was an artist on the pitch.
By Sean Gregory
November 25, 2020
German Soccer Fans Are Putting Cardboard Cutouts of Themselves in the Stands to Avoid Games in 'Empty' Stadiums
Thousands of fans have joined in the effort, which is helping raise money for charity
By Sean Gregory
April 29, 2020
Megan Rapinoe Wins FIFA Women's Player of the Year, Calls for Players Around the World to Fight Inequality
We have a unique opportunity... to use this beautiful game to actually change the world for better," she said when accepting her award in Milan.
By Madeleine Carlisle
September 24, 2019
FIFA Pushes for Women to Attend Iran's Soccer Games
FIFA's President said Iranian officials received assurances that "women will be allowed"
By Sanya Mansoor
September 22, 2019
The USWNT Seeks Nearly $67 Million in Damages In Equal Pay Lawsuit Against U.S. Soccer. Here's What to Know About the Case
The U.S. Women's National Soccer team seeks nearly $67 million in damages as part of its gender discrimination lawsuit against the U.S. Soccer Federations. Documents filed Thursday with the U.S. District Court in Los Angeles...
By Mahita Gajanan
August 16, 2019
Rapinoe Criticizes U.S. Soccer After Talks Break Down
They're suing over gender discrimination
By Jamie Ducharme
August 15, 2019
Megan Rapinoe Is Writing a Book About Social Justice
Megan Rapinoe scored her way to soccer stardom in the 2019 Women's World Cup. Now she's writing a book about social justice. The project, which does not yet have a title, was acquired by Penguin...
By Julia Webster
July 25, 2019
Winning the World Cup Comes With Perks Like This Onstage Dance From Jennifer Lopez
Let's all get on the floor for this collaboration
By Rachel E. Greenspan
July 15, 2019
Megan Rapinoe Had the Perfect Response When the U.S. Soccer President Was Drowned Out by 'Equal Pay' Chants at Team USA's Victory Parade
Carlos Cordeiro also flubbed Rapinoe's name during his speech
By Mahita Gajanan
July 10, 2019
'You Will Not Silence Us': Megan Rapinoe Talks Equal Pay, World Cup Celebrations and Presidential Tweets
Megan Rapinoe won both the Golden Ball award as the World Cup’s best player and the Golden Boot as its leading scorer. During her whirlwind tour of media appearances and a parade in New York...
By Sean Gregory
July 10, 2019
'You Need to Do Better for Everyone,' Rapinoe Tells Trump
"Your message is excluding people," she said, addressing Trump
By Katie Reilly
July 10, 2019
Here's Where to See the U.S. Women's Soccer Team Stars Play Now That the World Cup Is Over
Their professional season isn't over
By Alejandro de la Garza
July 7, 2019
Team USA Sets a New Standard for Excellence
This team set a new standard for unapologetic excellence, in sports and beyond
By Sean Gregory
July 7, 2019
All the Records the 2019 U.S. Women's Soccer Team Broke in This Year's World Cup
The team beat the Netherlands on Sunday, winning their fourth title
By Rachel E. Greenspan
July 7, 2019
The World Cup Final Is the U.S. Women's Soccer Team's Chance to Silence Critics – Trump and Otherwise – Forever
Even when beating opponents by double digits, the U.S women's national soccer team has celebrated goals. Such arrogance, critics shout. (TV analysts from Canada called the exuberance "disrespectful" and a "disgrace.") Several players, including high-profile...
By Sean Gregory
July 5, 2019
Rapinoe Responds to Alex Morgan's Tea Sipping Critics
"I mean, it's like, we're at the World Cup, what do you want us to do?"
By Jasmine Aguilera
July 4, 2019
Megan Rapinoe Is Fearless in the Face of France—and Trump
Megan Rapinoe's shot, a free kick on the left wing — right outside the goal box — somehow lasered past the entire American and French teams, it seemed. A bunch of players tried to alter...
By Sean Gregory
June 28, 2019
President Trump Responds to Viral Video of U.S. Soccer Star Megan Rapinoe Saying She Won't Go to the White House
In a viral video shot in January, Rapinoe tells a reporter, "I'm not going to the f-cking White House"
By Currie Engel
June 26, 2019
'I Applaud the Women for What They're Doing.' Mia Hamm on How to Close the Wage Gap, On and Off the Field
The U.S. soccer gender discrimination lawsuit is one part of a much longer story
By Rachel E. Greenspan
June 25, 2019
Trump Says It's Inappropriate for U.S. Soccer Star Megan Rapinoe to Protest During the National Anthem
Rapinoe has stood motionless while the song is played at the Women's World Cup
By Ciara Nugent
June 25, 2019
What Is VAR? Soccer's Video Review Is Making a Mess of the Women's World Cup
Too many games have been decided on questionable VAR calls
By Sean Gregory
June 24, 2019
Internet Calls Equal Pay After 13-0 Women's Soccer Victory
The women scored more goals in one game than the men in their last two World Cups combined
By Tara Law
June 11, 2019
U.S. Women's National Soccer Team Just Scored the Most Goals Ever in a Women's World Cup Match
Team USA beat Thailand 13-0 in their first game of the tournament
By Megan McCluskey
June 11, 2019
The 2019 Women's World Cup Has Started and Google Is Celebrating With a Doodle
It's day one of the 2019 Women's World Cup, and what better way to celebrate it than a Google Doodle? Friday's Doodle features a collage of soccer players, each drawn by a different female artist...
By Billy Perrigo
June 7, 2019
Your Ultimate Guide to Team USA in the 2019 World Cup
Expectations are high this year — here's what to know before the first match
By Sean Gregory
June 7, 2019
How to Watch the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup for Free
How to stream online or watch on TV—and the games you can't miss
By Rachel E. Greenspan and Madeline Fitzgerald
June 6, 2019
5 Big Stories to Watch in the Women's World Cup
The FIFA Women's World Cup 2019 kicks off in Paris on Friday. From new teams to new kits to a new host, here's your cheat sheet for this year's tournament. Eyes of the world Women's...
By Siobhan Morrin
June 5, 2019
This Is the Most Anticipated Women’s World Cup Ever. But Corruption and Abuse Still Block Women From Soccer
The biggest women’s sports tournament of 2019 will begin in Paris on Friday. The top 24 teams in the world will be descending on France to compete for the title of World Champions at the...
By Shireen Ahmed
June 5, 2019
Soccer Phenom Alex Morgan: 'You Have to Take a Stand'
The soccer star is primed to lead the U.S. to victory--on and off the field
By Sean Gregory
May 23, 2019
Soccer Dad May Have Pulled Off the Most Hilarious Parenting Hack of All Time
At a recent Atlanta United Football Club game, one father inspired the internet
By Rachel E. Greenspan
March 12, 2019
Body Recovered From Wreckage of Emiliano Sala's Plane
Authorities have yet to confirm an identity
By Casey Quackenbush
February 7, 2019
Saudi Arabia Hosted A Star-Studded Soccer Game To 'Sportswash' Rights Abuses
The three-game deal will bring more than $23 million to Serie A
By Joseph Hincks
January 17, 2019
The First Woman Soccer Player of the Year Was Asked to Twerk on Stage After Receiving Her Award
One of the most prestigious soccer awards ceremonies in the world sparked outrage Monday night when the first-ever women's soccer player of the year was asked to twerk on stage by a male presenter. Norwegian...
By George Steer
December 3, 2018
Video Shows Dad Shoving Kid in Hilariously Ruthless Soccer Move Because Victory Is the Only Option
That is one enthusiastic soccer dad
By Melissa Locker
November 9, 2018
Epic Prank Ends With Soccer Player Doing Something Odd With a Sirloin Steak
It all started with a wrong phone number and a team mate with a reputation for pranks
By Melissa Locker
November 5, 2018
European Soccer Is Set Up to Protect Superstar Players. So What's Next for Cristiano Ronaldo?
There is no European soccer league comparable to the NHL or MLB in America that could professionally punish Ronaldo, who is accused of rape
By Michael Caley
October 7, 2018
A Rape Accusation Against Cristiano Ronaldo Is Finally Getting Attention. It's About Time Soccer Had Its #MeToo Moment
The world's most famous soccer player, Cristiano Ronaldo, has been accused of raping Kathryn Mayorga in 2009
By Shireen Ahmed
October 5, 2018
Fed Up Soccer Fan Throws Cabbage at Manager Who Finds the 'Whole Thing Hugely Disrespectful'
"There’s no respect for anyone"
By Megan McCluskey
October 3, 2018
Gifted Seven-Year-Old Goes Viral for Demonstrating How the National Anthem Is Done
The performance was so good, she got soccer star Zlatan Ibrahimović to cheer for her
By Melissa Locker
September 24, 2018
Controversy, Joy and Politics: 5 Takeaways From the World Cup Final
One of the most exciting World Cups in years didn't disappoint at the end
By Siobhan Morrin
July 16, 2018
How This World Cup Photographer Captured the 'Pure Excitement' After Croatia's Victory
"It’s a historic moment for them and a great moment for me"
By Josh Raab
July 13, 2018
Why Do Americans Call It Soccer Instead of Football? Blame England
Many people don't realize that “soccer” is not in fact an American invention
By Billy Perrigo
July 11, 2018
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