Austin FC showed signs of quality in its inaugural match but lost on the road to LAFC 2-0.
Brazilian Soccer Star Bruno Fernandes de Souza Murdered the Mother of His Youngest Child and Had Parts of Her Body Fed to Dogs
Brazilian soccer star Bruno Fernandes de Souza watched his life and career change forever after he got sentenced to 22 years in prison for orchestrating a plot to murder his ex-girlfriend.
The Hillsborough Stadium Tragedy Killed 96 Soccer Fans, but the Criminal Cases Drag On 32 Years Later
Flowers, shirts and photos surround the eternal flame of the Hillsborough memorial in honor of 96 fans who died at the 1989 FA Cup semifinal.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic Is Worth $190 Million, but He Furnished His Hollywood Home by Shopping Like a College Student
While Zlatan Ibrahimovic is rich and famous, he has no problem buying some cheap furniture.
MLS Commish Don Garber Reveals Austin FC Stadium Includes 1 Major Feature Bigger Than Any Other Venue in League
MLS Commissioner visited Austin FC’s Q2 Stadium and gave it high marks.
Don’t Call Christian Pulisic Captain America: ‘I’m Not a Big Fan of That’
Christian Pulisic has become America’s favorite up-and-comer with a nickname: Captain America. But just don’t call him that to his face.
How Pelé Earned His $100 Million Net Worth After Retiring From Soccer for Good
While Pelé was a legend on the soccer pitch, he made a great deal of his net worth after he was done playing.
Who Has a Higher Net Worth: Megan Rapinoe or Sue Bird?
Soccer star Megan Rapinoe and WNBA player Sue Bird are a powerhouse sports couple. But which athlete has a higher net worth?
Abby Wambach and Brandi Chastain Hope Their Deaths Ultimately Make Soccer Safer
Abby Wambach, Brandi Chastain, Megan Rapinoe, and Michelle Akers are among U.S. Women’s National Team soccer stars donating their brains to a CTE study.
ESPN Reporter Violently Crushed on Set During Frightening Incident When Large Wall Collapses on Live TV
An ESPN reporter was violently crushed in a frightening incident when a large wall inexplicably collapsed during the middle of a live broadcast.
Austin FC Announces First Match Dates in Franchise History Including Season Opener on Road Against LAFC Before National Television Audience
Major League Soccer announced expansion side Austin FC will play its first game in franchise history on the road against LAFC in front of a national television audience on April 17.
Christian Pulisic’s Dad Taught Him to Take the Hits Other Soccer Players Don’t: ‘Never Fear Failure’
Current Chelsea midfielder Christian Pulisic is hopefully the first of many great American soccer players.
Christian Pulisic’s Croatian Passport Gave Him a 2-Year Advantage Over Other American Soccer Players
It’s hard to believe that for as long as Christian Pulisic has been grabbing headlines for his soccer prowess, he’s still just 22 years of age. Part of this is a testament to his will. Although men’s soccer has had a recent downturn in America, Pulisic is a rising star overseas. However, the untold story is that …
This Neymar Story Is the Best Thing You’ll See Today
The world recently caught a glimpse of Neymar’s soft side in a heartwarming video of his interaction with a young fan.
Inside Megan Rapinoe and Sue Bird’s Humble Seattle Condo
During the global pandemic, Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe have made the most of their Seattle condo in the Queen Anne neighborhood.
Soccer Star Pelé Refused to Accept His Biological Daughter Even When She Tragically Died of Cancer
Although he’s known as an incredible soccer player, Pelé’s reputation took a hit when he refused to go to the funeral of his daughter.
Pelé’s Shocked Fans When He Starred in a Viagra Commercial to Destigmatize Men’s Health
After retiring in the ’70s, Pelé has become less of a world-famous athlete and more of a celebrity, which includes a Viagra commercial.
Pelé Still Believes in His Son Despite His Nearly 13-Year Prison Sentence for Drug Trafficking
Pelé’s son, Edinho, had to live in his father’s shadow. Despite his story taking a dark turn, Pelé has stood by and supported his son.
1 of the Most Famous Teams in Sports Is Close to Bankruptcy
FC Barcelona is more than $1 billion in debt, an issue that the world’s eighth most valuable club can’t be attributed entirely to the pandemic.
The Dark Side of Pelé’s 3 Marriages and 2 Divorces
Pelé is one of the most iconic and legendary athletes to ever live. However, even the great Pelé wasn’t without his controversies.
What Is Soccer Legend Pelé’s Real Name?
The soccer player was a global sensation, but Pelé isn’t his real name. Originally, his parents named him after a famous American inventor.
The Tragic Tale of the Munich Air Disaster That Killed 8 Manchester United Players and 3 Additional Staff Members
A look back on the tragic Munich air disaster that killed 23 people, including eight Manchester United players and three staff members.
Pelé’s Instagram Bio Quietly Maintains He’s Still a Record-Holder Over Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi
Soccer legend Pelé may not be ready to accept the fact that some of his records have been broken by Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.
Pelé Was So Poor Growing Up That He Played Soccer With a Rolled-Up Sock
It’s hard to believe that Pelé, a man who would one day win over the world with his play didn’t even practice with a soccer ball as a kid.
A Life-Threatening Brain Tumor Led Lauren Holiday to Retire From a Championship Soccer Career
Former U.S. women’s soccer player Lauren Holiday was at the top of her game when she found out otherwise; she had a brain tumor.
FIFA Council Officials Will Earn $80,000 for a Conference Call as the Soccer Industry Struggles to Survive
COVID-19 completely disrupted sports this year. At the pro level, most of the chaos was felt in the earlier part of the year. Although profits fell, with fewer games broadcast and stadiums sitting empty, owners didn’t sweat too much. Billionaires came up big this year. But while many athletes, like Zion Williamson and Kevin Love, …
Austin FC Adds LA Galaxy’s Joe Corona and Several Veterans in 2020 MLS Expansion Draft
Just a few months before the start of the 2021 MLS season and Austin FC made several key additions to the roster in the 2020 MLS Expansion Draft, including Joe Corona from the LA Galaxy.
Which Team Has Won the Most MLS Cups?
There have been 13 different champions in the 24 seasons of Major League Soccer. Which team has won the most MLS Cups?
Champions League Match Marred by Ugly Racist Incident Resulting in Both Teams Abruptly Quitting Mid-Match
The Champions League match between Paris St. Germain and Istanbul Basaksehir ended abruptly when both teams left the pitch in protest of alleged racist comments made by an official.
Megan Rapinoe Says Even Her Family Told Her to Be Cautious When She Knelt in Protest of Racial Injustice
What sets American soccer star Megan Rapinoe apart is the work she does for racial justice off the soccer field even when others doubt her.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Sleeping Habits Are Nearly Impossible for ‘Regular People’
From his astronomical paydays to his daily routine, nothing about Cristiano Ronaldo seems mortal, including his crazy sleeping schedule.
Before the ‘Hand of God’ Incident, Diego Maradona Made Headlines for Starting a Riot
Diego Maradona was one of the greatest soccer players to ever set foot on a pitch. He was also known for his controversial actions, including a postgame riot he sparked in 1984.
David Beckham Earns More Playing in a Soccer Video Game Than He Did on the Field
David Beckham is making substantially more per year from a video game bearing his name than he did in his time playing for Manchester United.
MLS Has Problems That Go Far Beyond the Pandemic
Major League Soccer has been hurt by empty stadiums during the pandemic and faces further financial issues once the pace of expansion slows.
Lionel Messi Just Won His Public Spat With the President of FC Barcelona
Lionel Messi has been the face of FC Barcelona for years. After a drawn out public spat with the president of the club, Messi appears to have won.
Soccer Star Carli Lloyd Isn’t Afraid of Retirement Because of Kobe Bryant
Carli Lloyd is one of the most decorated women’s soccer players of all time. Heading into retirement she’s taking some inspiration from Kobe Bryant.
Sean Connery Turned Down Manchester United Before His Acting Career Began
Legendary actor Sean Connery, who passed away Saturday at the age of 90, once turned down playing for Manchester United.
Lionel Messi Earns 272 Times Carli Lloyd’s Salary as the Highest-Paid U.S. Female Soccer Player
Lionel Messi has weaved his way to the top of his sport, and is duly paid for his living legend talents, although that money can’t make up for his frustration with Barcelona’s performances. The same cannot be said for great female athletes. Carli Lloyd is a brilliant soccer player, but her salary would only pay …
Soccer Star Alex Morgan Is Leaving the States for a Very 2020 Reason
Alex Morgan is a star of U.S. Soccer, but she’s recently announced a move overseas, citing the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Hope Solo’s Soccer Career Will Always Be Marred by Her Domestic Violence Case
Hope Solo had an impressive run with the U.S. women’s soccer team. But she’s remembered just as much for her 2014 domestic violence case.
Neymar Dumped Nike and Just Scored Soccer’s Most Golden Goal of All
Neymar has doubled the value of his shoe contract by leaving Nike for a rival brand.
Lionel Messi Just Got the Go-Ahead to Earn His Next Billion Dollars
Barcelona star Lionel Messi has won a protracted trademark dispute over his name.
Long-Time ESPN Announcer Adrian Healey Leaving Network for Austin FC
Austin FC has developed a reputation for big-name announcements and the club has yet to play its first game. The team has done it again and it’s ESPN’s top guy.
Lionel Messi Just Scored Another Victory in His Rivalry With Cristiano Ronaldo
While the 2020-21 soccer season has just begun, Lionel Messi scored a new victory after his longtime rival Cristiano Ronaldo.
5 Soccer Players Whose Transfers Were More Traitorous Than LeBron James’ Decision
The reaction to LeBron James’ decision was unlike any the sports world had seen in America. For soccer fans, though, it was just another day.
Lionel Messi Has an $830 Million Problem on His Hands, Thanks To Barcelona and La Liga
On the field, there are few things that Lionel Messi can’t do. Off the pitch, however, he’s now dealing with a $830 million problem.
The Real Possibility That Lionel Messi Plays in MLS
Lionel Messi shocked the soccer world this week announcing he wanted out of Barcelona. There’s a real chance he could end up playing in MLS.
Real Madrid Striker Karim Benzema Thanks Mike Tyson for Inspiring His Post-Soccer Career
Karim Benzema plans to pursue combat sports after retiring from soccer. And he credits the decision to boxing legend Mike Tyson.
Alex Morgan’s Intense Pregnancy Workout Shows Why She Was Ready for the Olympics 3 Months After Giving Birth
Soccer star Alex Morgan exemplifies the work ethic of star athletes. She goes so hard not even pregnancy slow her down.
Lionel Messi Just Changed the Course of His Career
Lionel Messi just signaled to Barcelona that he wants to leave the club in a unique way that could create friction.
Soccer Star Alex Morgan Made Nike Agree to ‘Groundbreaking’ Maternity Protections
Fortunately, a new generation of female athletes, including soccer star Alex Morgan, is willing to fight for equality for women in sports.