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Was This the Worst Penalty Award Ever in Soccer History?

Christian Pulisic and Milan drew a blank, while a baffling officiating decision stole the spotlight in the Champions League.

The New York Times - Feb. 13

How Emma Hayes wants to revolutionize U.S. soccer

Emma Hayes, still in just her first year as head coach of the USWNT, is challenging long-held norms in women's soccer and pushing for a game built around female athletes.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 7

What Is Presidents’ Day? A History.

The United States began celebrating its first president when he was still a general. Nearly 300 years since George Washington’s birth, the holiday has morphed into a celebration of the presidency.

The New York Times - Feb. 11

Why Soccer Players Are Changing the Way They Use Social Media

Twitter, now X, used to be the go-to place for players to have their say, but the landscape is evolving fast.

The New York Times - Feb. 11

4 Soccer Players Killed After Being Struck by Lightning During Game

Yahoo News - Feb. 11

How the next 18 months could reshape soccer in the U.S. forever

A convergence of marquee events, ambitious reforms and long-awaited decisions could transform soccer in the United States at every level over the next 18 months — if the sport's stakeholders can ...

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 13

Arsenal manager blasts bloated soccer schedule amid team's injury crisis

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta believes the accumulation of long-term injuries experienced by some clubs is an “accident waiting to happen” because of the increased demands on players in a congested ...

NBC News - 6d

English Soccer Is Suffering an Epidemic of Serious Knee Injuries. Why?

Seven Premier League stars have ruptured their A.C.L.s since the new year alone.

The New York Times - 6d

2025 SheBelieves Cup: How to watch the USWNT in the 10th annual soccer tournament

Do you believe in the USWNT? The 2025 SheBelieves Cup kicks off this Thursday.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Is This Champions League Fixture One of the Most Exciting in All of Soccer?

Manchester City and Real Madrid have exchanged 30 goals between them in their past seven meetings.

The New York Times - 2d

Spain's ex-soccer chief convicted of sexual assault for kissing player

A court has found former Spanish soccer federation chief Luis Rubiales guilty of sexual assault for forcibly kissing player Jenni Hermoso after their World Cup win.

CBS News - 4h

Former Spain soccer chief convicted of sexual assault for kissing player

A court has found former Spanish Soccer Federation president Luis Rubiales of sexual assault for non-consensually kissing player Jenni Hermoso after Spain won the Women's World Cup in 2023. ...

CBS News - 4h

Brooklyn’s Outlandish Hosts Black History Month Hike

Outlandish, a hiking store and adventure group in Brooklyn, is one of several organizations on a mission to encourage Black people to spend time outdoors.

The New York Times - Feb. 6

10 Charming Valentine's Day Traditions Throughout History

Yahoo News - Feb. 10

£18m Barnardo's donation is largest in its history

The charity will use the money across the UK, including in Lincolnshire, Birmingham and Glasgow.

BBC News - Feb. 12

An oral history of the 2000 NBA Slam Dunk Contest

The inside story of the night Vince Carter changed the NBA Slam Dunk Contest forever.

ESPN - Feb. 12

Jurassic bird fossil rewrites history of avian evolution

The fossil of a Jurassic bird unearthed in southeastern China has major implications for the history of avian evolution, researchers say.

NBC News - Feb. 13

Leda Athanasopoulou’s Patmos Home Reflects Centuries of History

As the island of Patmos continues to evolve, one local designer considers just how much of the past to incorporate into her home.

The New York Times - 6d

'No bigger rivalry': USA, Canada to renew history

The storied USA-Canada hockey rivalry will be reintroduced -- and reignited -- when the two countries take center stage at the 4 Nations Face-Off on Saturday night.

ESPN - 5d

‘S.N.L.’ Weekend Update: An Oral History of 50 Seasons

The news parody has launched comedy careers and courted controversy. Here, Lorne Michaels, Chevy Chase, Tina Fey, Michael Che and others recount its influential history.

The New York Times - 5d

Accidental Tyrant — the making of the darkest figure in Korean history

A biography of dictator Kim Il Sung explores the improbable coincidences that propelled him to power — and his impact on our world

Financial Times - 3d

Central Cee makes history at Mobo Awards

The rapper has matched Stormzy's record of seven awards, after winning best male act for the second year running.

BBC News - 1d

How to watch UEFA Champions League Soccer: Real Madrid vs. Manchester City, game time, how to stream and more

Watch Man City play Real Madrid during the UEFA Champions League knockout round - here's how.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 10

How To Watch UEFA Champions League Soccer: Brest vs. Paris St. Germain, game time, how to stream and more

Watch Paris St. Germain vs. Brest during the UEFA Champions League knockout round - here's how to tune in.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 10

European soccer weekend review: Liverpool KO turns FA Cup upside down

The lower leagues showed Liverpool and the Premier League that they can't buy the FA Cup.

ESPN - Feb. 10

Luis Rubiales, Spain’s Former Top Soccer Official, Testifies About Kissing Star Player

Luis Rubiales said at his sexual assault trial that he had asked permission to kiss the star player Jennifer Hermoso after the country’s national team won the 2023 Women’s World Cup.

The New York Times - Feb. 11

Why do USWNT stars Trinity Rodman, Sophia Wilson and Mallory Swanson keep missing USA soccer camps?

The preferred attacking line will not compete in the 2025 SheBelieves Cup

CBS Sports - Feb. 13

Brighton vs. Chelsea prediction, odds, start time: Feb. 14, 2025 picks, best bets by proven soccer expert

Soccer expert Brandt Sutton has locked in his best bets for Friday's Chelsea vs. Brighton Premier League match

CBS Sports - 6d

Former USMNT coach Bruce Arena questions quality of USA soccer's opponents ahead of 2026 World Cup

The U.S. are limited in who they play as they don't have to qualify for the next World Cup as hosts, but Arena still has high expectations

CBS Sports - 4d

Inter Miami and Kansas City might play the coldest soccer game ever. Will Messi?

Messi and Inter Miami may have no choice but to play through the frigid weather.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Aston Villa vs. Liverpool odds, prediction: 2025 Premier League picks for Feb. 19 from proven soccer expert

SportsLine's Martin Green reveals his picks for the EPL matchup between Liverpool and Aston Villa on Wednesday

CBS Sports - 1d

Ex-soccer boss Luis Rubiales fined by Spanish court over kiss without consent

Spain’s High Court said it had found former soccer federation boss Luis Rubiales guilty of sexual assault for kissing player Jenni Hermoso without her consent.

NBC News - 7h

Google Calendar drops cultural celebrations like Black History Month and Women's History Month

Google Calendar will no longer mark cultural celebrations like Black History Month, Women's History Month and Holocaust Remembrance Month. Google says it removed the holidays last year when it ...

CBS News - Feb. 12