The journey is over. The Socceroos have been eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in heartbreaking fashion, losing 4-2 on penalties to a Mohamed Salah-led Egypt side after a 1-1 draw after extra time. And yes, because this is Australian soccer, it ended in the most Aussie way possible. Not with a whimper. Not with a hiding. … [Read more...] about Socceroos 2026 FIFA World Cup Exit Needs to be a Wake-up Call for Australia
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Sources: Chicago Not Interested in Hosting Women’s World Cup Game in 2031
The 2026 World Cup, hosted primarily by the United States but also with few games in Canada and Mexico, commences in less than two weeks. Chicago, the third-biggest city by population in the primary host nation, won’t be hosting any of the World Cup matches. It certainly seems odd to say that, especially when you consider how Soldier Field, home of the Chicago Bears and Chicago … [Read more...] about Sources: Chicago Not Interested in Hosting Women’s World Cup Game in 2031
Andre Onana Nominated for FIFA Best Goalkeeper Award
It's not all bad news for Manchester United, as their No. 1 goalkeeper received a major plaudit today. Andre Onana is one of just five on the short list of nominees for The Best FIFA Men's Goalkeeper award. He's up against Yassine Bounou (Al-Hilal and Morrocco), Thibaut Courtois (Belgium and Real Madrid), Ederson (Brazil and Manchester City) and Marc-Andre ter Stegen (FC … [Read more...] about Andre Onana Nominated for FIFA Best Goalkeeper Award
More Money For Sports In Brazil And Chicago, More Problems
Thing about television is that it only shows you the unpleasant and the uncomfortable when it makes for better theater. Rarely is such the case in viewing sports. Besides the actual game action, a national broadcast is going to feed you shots of local peculiarities and regional foodstuffs during timeouts. Going in and out of commercials you get the blimp views of the stadia … [Read more...] about More Money For Sports In Brazil And Chicago, More Problems
EURO 2012 Preview: Can Spain win it all again?
With a stacked 16-team field featuring seven of the world’s top 10 squads and 13 of its top 18, the 2012 European Championships should provide thrilling games throughout, starting Friday morning and running through the final match on July 1. As we near the opening kickoff in Warsaw, here’s a close look at what you need to know for Euro 2012. … [Read more...] about EURO 2012 Preview: Can Spain win it all again?
Manchester United’s Wayne Rooney gets Hair Update in Video Game
With the upcoming release of FIFA 12, soccer video game fans everywhere are in eager anticipation. The game is detailed; exceedingly detailed. Take a look at Manchester United forward Wayne Rooney’s hair. … [Read more...] about Manchester United’s Wayne Rooney gets Hair Update in Video Game