Indonesia removed as U-20 World Cup host after protests over Israel
Indonesia was set to host the men's Under-20 World Cup this summer, but FIFA will relocate the event following recent protests over the Israeli national team's participation.
By Glynn A. HillIn a roster surprise, Julie Ertz returns to USWNT for friendlies ahead of World Cup
Ertz, a key figure in the 2015 and ’19 championship campaigns, was on maternity leave throughout 2022.
By Steven GoffUSMNT doesn’t look great, but good enough gets job done vs. El Salvador
Ricardo Pepi scores two minutes after coming on in the second half and Americans make it stand up in a 1-0 win that sends them into Nationals League semifinals.
By Steven GoffSpirit begins new season with new energy — and a 1-0 victory
Trinity Rodman scored in the 54th minute to lift the home team over OL Reign on Sunday.
By Spencer NusbaumDaryl Dike has the size and skill to be the goal-scorer USMNT needs
Dike, 22, is the leading scorer for West Brom in the second-flight English Championship.
By Steven GoffRevolution’s late goal leaves D.C. United at a loss in the fog
D.C. United, without an ill Wayne Rooney and short a host of players, gives up an 88th minute goal to New England to seal a 2-1 loss at Audi Field.
By Steven GoffSpirit set to open season with renewed optimism, permanent home at Audi Field
After a disappointing finish to the 2022 season, the Spirit opens its 2023 campaign against OL Reign on Sunday.
By Ella BrockwayUSMNT routs Grenada, 7-1, in return to competitive play after World Cup
Weston McKennie and Ricardo Pepi score two goals apiece in a Concacaf Nations League blowout.
By Steven GoffHigh-scoring Folarin Balogun is stateside, fueling USMNT speculation
The 21-year-old Arsenal prospect, with 17 goals in France's Ligue 1, is also eligible to play for England and Nigeria.
By Steven GoffBy deciding to play on during a FIFA break, MLS further undermines its own season
Amid an international window, MLS will march on with a full slate of 14 matches Saturday.
By Steven GoffArsenal and Wayne Rooney will meet again in the MLS All-Star Game
Audi Field in Washington will host the annual soccer exhibition July 19.
By Steven GoffSloppy first half at funky Yankee Stadium leaves D.C. United at a loss
New York City FC controlled play early and held on late to hand visiting United a gut punch of a defeat.
By Steven GoffFIFA drops plan for Saudi agency to sponsor Women’s World Cup
The potential deal was criticized by soccer stars and hosts Australia and New Zealand, who highlighted Saudi Arabia's poor record on women's and LGBTQ rights.
By Kelsey AblesD.C. United acquires Lewis O’Brien on short-term loan from Nottingham Forest
O’Brien arrived in Washington this week for a physical and final paperwork.
By Steven GoffGio Reyna returns to USMNT amid ‘complex situation’ engulfing family and coach
“He’s in a good place,” Anthony Hudson said of Gio Reyna. “He’s determined to come back in and do well and help the team.”
By Steven GoffAs controversy engulfs U.S. Soccer and family, Gio Reyna heads back to USMNT
Gio Reyna will report to training camp in Orlando next week for Concacaf Nations League matches March 24 and 27.
By Steven GoffFIFA approves additional expansion of 2026 World Cup
The new World Cup format means 48 teams will play 104 games over as many as 40 days in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
By Cindy BorenU.S. Soccer: ‘No legal impediment’ to rehiring Gregg Berhalter as USMNT coach
Berhalter guided the U.S. men at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, but his contract expired at the end of the year and it is uncertain whether he will return.
By Steven GoffU.K. sports legend reinstated at BBC after clash over migration policy
Gary Lineker's suspension after he tweeted criticism of a U.K. migration policy created a furor in Britain and calls to boycott the BBC.
By Karla AdamSoccer hero’s tweet on asylum kicks up huge culture war and BBC boycott
The BBC's decision to suspend its star soccer presenter, Gary Lineker, from its popular "Match of the Day" show has ignited a fierce debate about free speech.
By Adela Suliman