FIFA promises to disclose its executives’ compensation. But its under-fire president received tax benefits that were never made public, according to documents and interviews.
For protesters seeking a ban on transgender athletes in women’s sports, it made sense to protest near fans of the Portland Thorns, who are known for progressive politics.
Livestreaming is unstoppably ascendant — and often boring. IShowSpeed became the king of the form by bringing his act into the real world.
Venezia FC, a historically modest club, has become a fashion sensation. But its performance has struggled to match the off-field hype.
The police in Wichita, Kan., said the driver was released pending the results of toxicology testing. A 6-year-old child and a 35-year-old man were killed.
A pickup truck drove through a soccer field in Wichita, Kan., the authorities said. There were 10 others injured, including 5 children, and the driver was in custody.
Laurie M. Tisch, an owner of the New York Giants and Gotham F.C., spends her time on art, family and both kinds of football.
The Iran-backed group’s attacks have disrupted sports tournaments and threatened business events that the kingdom has long used to attract investment and raise its profile.
From the Taqueria Ramírez team, Soccería in Greenpoint pairs lively fútbol energy with seriously good cooking.
The deal is another sign of how Gianni Infantino, the leader of soccer’s global governing body, has sought closer ties to President Trump.
A report from the Aspen Institute has found that the demand to play soccer is soaring, but parts of Brooklyn, the Bronx and Queens lack access to fields.
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Plus Argentina beat Croatia to advance to the World Cup finals.
Plus, China’s sluggish economy and the arrest of the Lockerbie bombing suspect.
Plus China cracks down on protests and the U.S. pledges more aid to Ukraine.
Plus Ukraine updates, a U.S.-Iran World Cup preview and a “She Said” interview.
Plus Saudi Arabia defeats Argentina, Australia loses to France and lockdowns spread across China.
Plus Iranian players protest at the World Cup and “Neighbours” will start filming again.
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One prize for Seattle’s Concacaf Champions League title was a chance to face some of the world’s best clubs. When are those games? “No clue,” one FIFA official said.