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Mario Zagallo, the World Cup winning player and coach for Brazil, dies at age 92
Read full article: Mario Zagallo, the World Cup winning player and coach for Brazil, dies at age 92Mario Zagallo, who won two World Cups as a player, one as a coach and another as an assistant coach for Brazil, has died.
Luis Suárez signs with Inter Miami, reunites with former Barcelona teammate Lionel Messi
Read full article: Luis Suárez signs with Inter Miami, reunites with former Barcelona teammate Lionel MessiThe long-awaited reunion of Luis Suárez and Lionel Messi is now a reality, after the Uruguayan striker signed with Inter Miami on Friday for the 2024 season.
Copa América semifinals in New Jersey and Charlotte, among 14 U.S. cities hosting next summer
Read full article: Copa América semifinals in New Jersey and Charlotte, among 14 U.S. cities hosting next summerFourteen U.S. cities will play host to Copa América next summer, with the semifinals at East Rutherford, New Jersey, and Charlotte, North Carolina, ahead of the July 14 championship in Miami Gardens, Florida.
Colombian judge orders prison for 2 suspects in the kidnapping of parents of Liverpool soccer player
Read full article: Colombian judge orders prison for 2 suspects in the kidnapping of parents of Liverpool soccer playerTwo suspects in the kidnapping of the parents of Liverpool soccer player Luis Díaz were ordered sent to prison by a judge, according to Colombia’s Prosecutor’s Office, which accused one of the men of being the link to a person close to the family who provided information about the victims.
Messi's Argentina beats Brazil in a World Cup qualifying game delayed by crowd violence
Read full article: Messi's Argentina beats Brazil in a World Cup qualifying game delayed by crowd violenceMany fans went to the Maracana Stadium to watch Lionel Messi in his likely last match in Brazil, a superclasico in World Cup qualifying against the hosts.
After kidnapping, father of Colombia striker Luis Díaz celebrates son's goals vs. Brazil
Read full article: After kidnapping, father of Colombia striker Luis Díaz celebrates son's goals vs. BrazilDays after he was released by kidnappers, the father of Colombia striker Luis Díaz was in tears after he watched his son score both goals in a 2-1 win over Brazil in a World Cup qualifying match.
Saudi Arabia likely to host 2034 World Cup after Australia decides not to bid for soccer showcase
Read full article: Saudi Arabia likely to host 2034 World Cup after Australia decides not to bid for soccer showcaseSaudi Arabia is all but certain to host the men’s 2034 World Cup after the Australian soccer federation declined to enter the bidding contest.
Neymar's ACL injury compounds troubled start to his next chapter as Ronaldo and Messi thrive
Read full article: Neymar's ACL injury compounds troubled start to his next chapter as Ronaldo and Messi thriveNeymar left the soccer field in tears after yet another injury in what has become an all-too familiar sight.
Saudi Arabia's 2034 World Cup bid boosted by Indonesia changing sides after Australia co-host talks
Read full article: Saudi Arabia's 2034 World Cup bid boosted by Indonesia changing sides after Australia co-host talksIndonesian soccer federation leader Erick Thohir says it now supports Saudi Arabia's bid to host the 2034 World Cup.
Neymar leaves Brazil match in tears with left knee injury; team doctor says severity unknown
Read full article: Neymar leaves Brazil match in tears with left knee injury; team doctor says severity unknownNeymar was in tears as he left the field with a left knee injury at the end of the first half of Brazil’s 2-0 World Cup qualifying defeat at Uruguay.
Messi's Inter Miami team strikes 2-game deal to play in China in November
Read full article: Messi's Inter Miami team strikes 2-game deal to play in China in NovemberLionel Messi is evidently going back to China, after Inter Miami took advantage of not making the Major League Soccer playoffs by signing a deal to play two exhibitions there next month.
Saudi Arabia in lead and maybe all alone in race shaped by FIFA to host soccer's 2034 World Cup
Read full article: Saudi Arabia in lead and maybe all alone in race shaped by FIFA to host soccer's 2034 World CupIf Saudi Arabia could have designed a process for choosing future World Cup hosts, it might look similar to what FIFA has unveiled for the 2030 and 2034 men’s soccer tournaments.
2030 World Cup set to be hosted by Spain-Portugal-Morocco with 3 South American countries added
Read full article: 2030 World Cup set to be hosted by Spain-Portugal-Morocco with 3 South American countries addedA unique 2030 World Cup is set to be played in Europe and Africa with the surprising addition of South America.
Neymar scores 78th, 79th goals to surpass Pelé and break Brazil's all-time goal-scoring record
Read full article: Neymar scores 78th, 79th goals to surpass Pelé and break Brazil's all-time goal-scoring recordNeymar has scored his record 78th and 79th goals for Brazil in a 5-1 World Cup qualifying win over Bolivia.
Neymar breaks Pele's Brazil goal-scoring record in 5-1 win in South American World Cup qualifying
Read full article: Neymar breaks Pele's Brazil goal-scoring record in 5-1 win in South American World Cup qualifyingNeymar has become the top goal scorer for Brazil’s national team after surpassing the total of three-time World Cup winner Pelé.
Qatar Airways CEO knocks World Cup critics at airport event
Read full article: Qatar Airways CEO knocks World Cup critics at airport eventThe outspoken CEO of Qatar Airways has lashed out at critics of his country hosting the upcoming FIFA World Cup, saying his nation will “always rub salt into the wound” of its adversaries.
Flashy Dubai will cash in on a World Cup a short flight away
Read full article: Flashy Dubai will cash in on a World Cup a short flight awayThe FIFA World Cup may be bringing as many as 1.2 million fans to Qatar, but the nearby flashy emirate of Dubai is also looking to cash in on the major sports tournament taking place just a short flight away.
Iran puts FIFA World Cup trophy on display for 1st time
Read full article: Iran puts FIFA World Cup trophy on display for 1st timeIran on Thursday put the FIFA World Cup trophy on display for the first time, part of the trophy’s global tour ahead of the tournament that kicks off in neighboring Qatar in November.
States offer tax breaks, funds for chance to host World Cup
Read full article: States offer tax breaks, funds for chance to host World CupU.S. cities and states have lined up with tax breaks and millions of dollars in both public and private investments for a chance at hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Ferreira, Arriola among 4 changes to US lineup vs Panama
Read full article: Ferreira, Arriola among 4 changes to US lineup vs PanamaForward Jesús Ferreira, winger Paul Arriola, midfielder Luca de la Torre and right back Shaq Moore entered the United States’ starting lineup for a World Cup qualifier against Panama as coach Gregg Berhalter made four changes.
Pulisic benched among 7 qualifying changes in 3-degree chill
Read full article: Pulisic benched among 7 qualifying changes in 3-degree chillChristian Pulisic was benched as U.S. coach Gregg Berhalter changed seven starters for a World Cup qualifier against Honduras in chilly St. Paul, where the temperature at kickoff was 3 degrees (minus-16 Celsius) with a minus-14 windchill.
Looking for soccer support, US picks Ohio to host vs Mexico
Read full article: Looking for soccer support, US picks Ohio to host vs MexicoIn choosing new TQL Stadium in Cincinnati for a World Cup qualifier against Mexico, the U.S. Soccer Federation selected a city with a 3% Hispanic population in a state that ranks 42nd among the 50 in that demographic.
Pepi scores 2 more goals, lifts US over Jamaica in qualifier
Read full article: Pepi scores 2 more goals, lifts US over Jamaica in qualifierRicardo Pepi scored twice early in the second half, becoming at 18 the youngest American with goals in consecutive World Cup qualifiers, and the United States dominated Jamaica in a 2-0 victory.
US Soccer says it has offered men, women identical contracts
Read full article: US Soccer says it has offered men, women identical contractsThe U.S. Soccer Federation says it has offered identical contract proposals to the players’ associations for the men’s and women’s national teams, and the governing body said it would refuse to agree to a deal in which World Cup prize money is not equalized.