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Soccer’s Governing Body Delays Vote on Palestinian Call to Bar Israel

FIFA, soccer’s global governing body, on Friday postponed a decision to temporarily suspend Israel over its actions during the conflict…

World

Ex-Soccer Chief in Spain to Stand Trial on Sexual Assault Charge

Luis Rubiales, the former head of Spanish soccer, is charged with two different counts in connection with the unsolicited kiss…

Magazine

Why Indoor Soccer is the Beautiful Game at Its Best

In its flamboyance and entertainment factor, it embodies the spirit of street soccer, the real roots of the game.

Sports

Is Soccer Ready to Retire Its Last Taboo?

A new documentary about gay players tells a story that is, in some ways, no longer a story.

Sports

Playing Soccer in Abidjan? Get Yourself a Pair of Lêkê.

In Ivory Coast, where a major tournament has drawn the continent’s best teams, a plastic sandal is the preferred gear…

World

Der Kaiser: Public Face of Germany’s Cup Effort

MUNICH, July 6 — Regardless of who wins the World Cup final between Italy and France on Sunday, there will…

World

Spanish Soccer Star Testifies About Unwanted Kiss

Jennifer Hermoso, who was kissed on the mouth by Spain’s former soccer boss, Luis Rubiales, gave evidence at a hearing…

Sports

It’s OK to Call It Soccer

The football-vs.-soccer debate is not about language at all.

Sports

Knowledge Is Power. But Is It Fun to Watch?

Data has driven soccer to new heights. But narrowing the margins in matches might come at the expense of their…

Sports

How a North Korean Soccer Prodigy Vanished, and Re-emerged

Han Kwang-song’s recent appearances in World Cup qualifiers were his first ones overseas since 2020, when U.N. sanctions led to…

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