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The crowd cheers as Atlanta United scores against Toronto FC in an MLS match in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Paul Newberry)

Atlanta Marks 500 Days Until 2026 FIFA World Cup

The FIFA World Cup 2026 Atlanta Host Committee commemorated 500 days until the FIFA World Cup 26 comes to Atlanta on Friday, announcing two milestones that it will have later this year. The first match set to take place at Atlanta Stadium (Mercedes-Benz Stadium) will be June 15, 2026. Atlanta will host eight matches, including […]

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National Women’s Soccer League Awards 16th Franchise to Denver

The National Women’s Soccer League has awarded Denver the league’s 16th franchise to begin play in the 2026 season. The Denver franchise is finalizing plans for a purpose-built stadium and a dedicated performance facility for female athletes. It becomes the first women’s professional sports team in a major national league to call the Mile High […]

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NWSL Reveals Important 2025 Schedule Dates

The National Women’s Soccer League 2025 season will begin March 7 with the Challenge Cup in Orlando, Florida, and feature 190 matches and revised summer competition format before an eight-team playoffs in the fall. The Challenge Cup at Inter&Co Stadium in Orlando features a rematch of the 2024 NWSL Championship between the Orlando Pride and […]

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The FIFA World Cup Trophy on display before a press conference at Rockefeller Plaza in New York. (AP Photo/Noah K. Murray)

Saudi Arabia to Host 2034 FIFA World Cup; Six-Country Bid to Host 2030 World Cup Approved

Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 FIFA World Cup while a six-country, three-continent bid to host the 2030 World Cup was also approved on Wednesday by acclimation rather than an actual vote during an online meeting organized by FIFA in Zurich. Having two editions of one of the world’s largest sporting events approved by acclimation […]

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Lumen Field will host six matches in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Visit Seattle Announces Preliminary $929 Million Economic Impact Projection for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Visit Seattle projects a minimum of $929 million will be generated for King County over the six FIFA 2026 World Cup matches set to take place at Lumen Field between June and July of 2026, including a U.S. men’s national team game in the group stage. This projection, released Tuesday, includes more than $100 million […]

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The Southampton Cup Select Tours offer the campers a chance to see a Premier League game at St. Mary's Stadium. Photo courtesy of Elite Tournaments

Elite Tournaments, Southampton Create Memorable Experience for Youth Players

Every year thousands of kids go to camp, a rite of passage for most school-aged children whether it’s a general summer camp or a specialty camp for a particular interest. One camp in particular requires elite talent to secure an invitation. Elite Tournaments, a Baltimore-based organization that specializes in youth soccer, has a partnership with […]

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