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The Soccer Prodigy Who Idolized Ronaldo
Those close to Conrad Harder always knew he was destined for big things. They just did not expect that day to come so soon.Sports - The New York Times - 9 hours ago -
Move over Messi and Ronaldo. A new generation of soccer stars is lining up to win the Ballon d'Or
No Lionel MessiSports - ABC News - October 27 -
USWNT stock watch: Alyssa Thompson leads way on USA soccer talents who impressed; Did anyone take a step back?
So many young, talented players were able to make an impact in this international windowSports - CBS Sports - 4 days ago -
Neymar backs 'idol' Vini Jr.'s Ballon d'Or claim
Neymar has said he is hoping that countryman Vinícius Júnior becomes the first Brazilian in 17 years to win the Ballon d'Or award.Sports - ESPN - October 15 -
Ronaldo designs career-inspired luxury watches
Cristiano Ronaldo has unveiled his own watch collection that feature outlines of his iconic moments in his football career on the clock face.Sports - ESPN - October 15 -
The Prodigy’s Leeroy Thornhill on fame, raves and his late best mate Keith Flint: ‘I love him and I always will’
He and Flint joined the band as teenagers, leaving Essex to travel the world and mix with royalty. As Thornhill publishes a book of photographs from that era, he talks about the fun, friendship, ...World - The Guardian - October 21 -
Of course teenagers want to be pop idols like Liam Payne. Given the perils, should we let them? | Martha Gill
The singer is the latest casualty of an industry that thrusts fame on children too young to cope. Sex, drinking, smoking, gambling, joining the army, being put to work – we now take it as obvious ...World - The Guardian - October 19 -
Ronaldo-mania hits Hampden but Portugal held by battling Scotland
The sight of a ranting, raving, gesticulating Cristiano Ronaldo proved the most welcome of all for Scotland’s supporters. The occasion of the Portuguese icon’s 200th start for his country could not ...World - The Guardian - October 15 -
Waterslides, St Mirren & Hampden frustration - Ronaldo's Scotland return
Cristiano Ronaldo's first Hampden appearance ends in a goalless draw as a patched up Scotland side battle to snuff out the Portugal threat.Top stories - BBC News - October 15 -
Football Daily | The ongoing adventures of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo
Sign up now! Sign up now! Sign up now? Sign up now! . While last week’s win by 10-man Bolivia over Colombia in an Air Miles World Cup qualifier might have raised a few eyebrows, it shouldn’t ...World - The Guardian - October 17 -
A new era for the Ballon d’Or in the post-Messi and Ronaldo landscape | Alex Reid
The two multiple winners are not on this year’s shortlist, and a new name on the old trophy can only help to restore respect for this historic award. The Ballon d’Or, football’s most famous ...World - The Guardian - October 27 -
Give Mbappé a break! Ronaldo, Messi have set the bar too high
Kylian Mbappé is suffering in the shadow of legends who raised expectations beyond other top stars.Sports - ESPN - October 29 -
Al Nassr out of King's Cup on missed Ronaldo pen
Al Nassr are out of the Saudi King's Cup at the hands of Al Taawoun after Cristiano Ronaldo missed a penalty in second-half stoppage time on Tuesday.Sports - ESPN - 6 days ago -
Ronaldo misses late penalty in Al-Nassr cup exit
Cristiano Ronaldo misses a 96th-minute penalty as Al-Nassr are knocked out of the King Cup of Champions 1-0 by Al-Taawoun.Top stories - BBC News - 6 days ago -
Ronaldo nets as Al Nassr rout ACL holders Al-Ain
Cristiano Ronaldo was on target as Saudi Arabia's Al Nassr inflicted a crushing 5-1 defeat on Al-Ain in the Asian Champions League Elite in Riyadh on Tuesday that leaves the title-holders' hopes of ...Sports - ESPN - 5 hours ago -
How Important Is Player Height in Soccer?
The sport increasingly suits tall players, but the best teams are benefitting from smaller technicians.Sports - The New York Times - October 25 -
Arne Slot believes Mohamed Salah can sustain his level like Messi or Ronaldo
Slot: ‘No reason to think Salah’s level is dropping’ Liverpool manager brushes off social media post Arne Slot has said Mohamed Salah can sustain a world-class level like Lionel Messi or ...World - The Guardian - Yesterday -
Why ‘Floppy’ Ankles Are a Blessing and a Curse for a Soccer Star
Harry Kane’s physiology predisposes him to injury but also aids his prolific scoring.Sports - The New York Times - October 23 -
Brazilian soccer fan dies after ambush by rivals
Brazilian authorities said a Cruzeiro soccer fan has died after a roadside ambush by rival supporters in São Paulo state on Sunday morning.Sports - ESPN - October 29 -
Will Manchester United Return to the Top of English Soccer?
The club is at a familiar point in the post-Alex Ferguson era, hoping a new start will finally bring sustained improvement.Sports - The New York Times - October 29 -
UEFA pledges $1 billion to grow women's soccer
UEFA pledged Wednesday to steer €1 billion ($1.08 billion) toward all levels of women's soccer over the next six years as part of a comprehensive strategy to grow the game in Europe.Sports - ESPN - 6 days ago -
How migrant children are using soccer to connect
Immigration is ranked as one of the top issues for voters in the 2024 presidential election. Since spring 2022, New York City has taken in more than 200,000 asylum seekers, primarily families with ...Top stories - CBS News - 3 days ago -
Why 2-0 Is an Increasingly Dangerous Scoreline in Soccer
Losing teams are making late recoveries and turning games around more often than ever.Sports - The New York Times - 3 days ago -
The Piece of a Soccer Uniform That Has Become Extremely Rare
It was once an essential feature, but now it is a rare sight on the pitch.Sports - The New York Times - 2 days ago -
Lightning strike kills player during match in Peru
Lightning killed a 34-year-old player and injured four others during a football match in the Peruvian Andes.Sports - ESPN - 5 hours ago -
Lightning Strikes Soccer Team in Peru, Killing Player
A video of the incident shows a flash of light and then several players instantly dropping to the ground.World - The New York Times - 5 hours ago -
When Soccer Players Turn Into Runway Models
Fashion has long been linked to soccer, offering the game’s biggest stars a chance to express themselves.Sports - The New York Times - 2 hours ago -
Mexico faces deepening soccer crisis ahead of rivalry clash with USMNT
As the USMNT travels south to meet its archrival for the 78th time Tuesday the atmosphere around El Tri is fraught with discontent and unease.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 14 -
Italy-Israel soccer match is held without incident despite security concerns
There were snipers on the roof of the stadium and a heavy police presence throughout the city of Udine for Italy’s home match against Israel on MondaySports - ABC News - October 14 -
Mexico is struggling to stamp out a homophobic soccer chant ahead of the World Cup
Guadalajara is the capital of a Mexican state that is home to tequila and Mariachi musicSports - ABC News - October 16 -
National Women's Soccer League reveals name for new Boston team
BOS Nation will begin playing in the league in 2026. The expansion of the NWSL into Boston was first announced last September.Top stories - NBC News - October 15 -
What a Toothless Showing Against Mexico Means for U.S. Men’s Soccer
Mexico controlled much of the game and the U.S. failed to generate a shot on goal in the first half of a 2-0 loss.Sports - The New York Times - October 16 -
Why Naming a Foreign Soccer Coach Divides Opinion in England
England is set to appoint Thomas Tuchel as head coach. There’s already backlash from some about a German taking charge.Sports - The New York Times - October 16 -
Appointment of Thomas Tuchel, a German, Is Met With Pushback From England Soccer Fans
The appointment of Thomas Tuchel to coach the England men’s national soccer team has provoked, well, some strong feelings.World - The New York Times - October 16 -
French Soccer Star Kylian Mbappé Denies Rape Report
Swedish prosecutors said they were investigating a rape allegation, without naming Mbappé directly, after the soccer star and his entourage visited Stockholm.World - The Wall Street Journal - October 16 -
A German in charge of England? Nationality matters less than it used to in international soccer
England’s national team will have a foreign coach for the third time after hiring German Thomas TuchelSports - ABC News - October 17 -
Boston’s New Soccer Team Misses the Mark With Name and Marketing Campaign
The N.W.S.L. club will be called BOS Nation FC. No one could have been prepared for the video that came next, a columnist for The Athletic writes.Sports - The New York Times - October 16 -
Tuchel's hiring by England sparks dismay and resignation among British soccer coaches
British soccer managers have reacted with disappointment and a degree of resignation after a German, Thomas Tuchel, was hired to take charge of England ahead of a homegrown coachSports - ABC News - October 17 -
Boston’s New Soccer Team Apologizes for the Pain Its Launch Caused
An advertising campaign around Boston’s N.W.S.L. team drew sharp criticism.Sports - The New York Times - October 17