Avid followers of the Boston Marathon in April would have noticed a group of runners who bore an uncanny resemblance to Alexi Lalas, a former U.S. World Cup soccer player—and current Fox Sports ...

Lionel Messi and Argentina look to become the first back-to-back World Cup winners in 64 years when they take on Spain in the 2026 World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. Sunday, ...

The game does not care who you are, what greatness you've achieved, how you'll be remembered or how many millions of people have pictures of you hanging in their homes. Sometimes, the game is the game ...

Only Slate Plus members can gift Slate stories. Become a member to share 10 free articles a month. If one thing characterizes the past few years of major app releases, it’s “features users didn’t ask ...

Fans of the USA celebrate a goal during the international friendly match between the United States and Germany ahead of the World Cup at Soldier Field on June 6, 2026, in Chicago. Michael Miller/ISI ...

At a time of sluggish growth, betting sites like FanDuel and DraftKings are counting on the global soccer tournament to boost online sports gambling. By Joe Drape For the sports gambling industry, the ...

Reports of a Nations League between UEFA and Concacaf countries show a shift in the balance of international soccer - and there may not be any going back. USA TODAY Sports England World Cup hopes end ...

The world will come together for the World Cup in North America starting this week. To what extent can the gathering of athletes, the spirit of competition, and the goodwill created by sport provide ...

With more matches than at any previous World Cup, it’s little surprise that a plethora of stupendous goals have been scored across North America. Long-range net-busters, sorcerous solo strikes and ...

At the FIFA World Cup, there’s plenty to talk about—from tournament upsets to impressive world-class play. Yet one of the biggest talking points online has nothing to do with the scoreboard. Instead, ...

Live Coverage of Superstar Matchup Between European Champions Spain vs. Reigning FIFA World Cup™ Champions Argentina Kicks Off Sunday, July 19 with a Special Four-Hour Pregame Show Beginning at 11:00 ...