Human Interest

Qatar Announces Sex Ban Ahead Of World Cup

Qatar has been in the headlines recently as another of its rules for visiting fans ahead of the World Cup in late November has caught the public’s attention. After the recent reminders about Qatar’s ban on homosexuality, any single individuals who still wish to watch their team play in person have been warned to not have sex during their stay.

Major League Soccer’s Juneteenth Jerseys Are Gorgeous

Major League Soccer is commemorating Juneteenth 2022 with special “Freedom To Be” kits. Every club over the June 18-19 weekend wore MLS Juneteenth jerseys, which will then be auctioned off to benefit Black communities chosen by every MLS club. 

Ronaldinho’s Charity Match In Miami Had The Greatest Lineup Ever And The Highlights To Match

While most soccer leagues around the world eschew the idea of an all-star game, celebrity, legends and testimonial matches are one of the coolest aspects of the world’s game. I’m not sure we’ve ever seen a lineup as star-studded as the Roberto Carlos and Ronaldinho Miami friendly on Saturday. 

Maryland Soccer Player, 21, Dies Trying To Save Child From Drowning

Yannick Dbumeni-Ndaleu, a 21-year-old soccer player born Cameroon playing in the U.S. third division for Maryland Bobcats FC, died Monday trying to help a father save his drowning child off the coast of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. 

All 2026 World Cup Stadiums In U.S., Mexico And Canada

From Mexico City to Vancouver, Los Angeles to New York, the men’s 2026 World Cup co-hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada will be one of the greatest spectacles in the history of sport. It’s never too early to start looking ahead to the next World Cup, especially when it will be held in our backyard. Here’s a preview of all 2026 World Cup stadiums.

U.S. Judge Dismisses Cristiano Ronaldo Rape Lawsuit In Las Vegas

A U.S. judge has dismissed the Las Vegas rape lawsuit against Manchester United and Portugal soccer player Cristiano Ronaldo, Britain's Sky News reported on Saturday.

The ruling comes nearly three years after prosecutors said Ronaldo would face no charges in Las Vegas in connection with a 10-year-old sexual assault allegation because the case cannot be proven beyond a reasonable doubt.

Warriors, Celtics And USMNT Urge Congress To Support Stricter Gun Laws

SAN FRANCISCO - Players and coaches for the Golden State Warriors and Boston Celtics as well as the U.S. men's soccer team on Sunday urged Congress to support stricter gun laws amid a surge in mass shootings in the United States.

A shooting in Philadelphia left at least three people dead and 11 others wounded, police said on Sunday in the latest case of gun violence in the United States following recent massacres in Texas, New York and Oklahoma in which dozens died.

Ukraine Players Gifted Flag By Frontline Soldiers Ahead Of Wales Playoff Showdown

CARDIFF - Ukraine coach Oleksandr Petrakov said his players would hang a flag in their dressing room given to them by soldiers on the frontline before their World Cup playoff against Wales on Sunday.

I’m Not Crying, You Are — Pulisic Gifts Debut Goal To Childhood Friend

Before last night, casual U.S. soccer fans may not have had any idea who Haji Wright is. After last night's impressive 3-0 win against Morocco, that changed. Wright came on as a halftime substitute and immediately impressed, with a series of clever flick-on passes in build-up play and surging runs into the box that showcased his attacking threat. It was his 64th-minute penalty conversion, however, that Wright and USMNT fans alike will never forget. 

Ukraine Just One Win Away From World Cup After Emotional Victory Over Scotland

It's been 97 days since Russian forces stormed into Ukraine with a siege of Chernihiv, efforts to capture Kyiv, an assault on Kharkiv and the opening of a southern front. 

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