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Inter Miami Head Coach Reveals Frustrations Over Draw During Lionel Messi Suspension

Inter Miami coach Javier Marscherano comments on the Lionel Messi suspension after he missed an All Star game
FL: Inter Miami CF v New York City FC

USMNT Players Get Reality Check Over Playing For MLS Ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026

USMNT will have a lot at stake when the 2026 World Cup comes in the USA. They want to go good, isn't it? Well, a former player says how.
USMNT Gold Cup

Lionel Messi Refusal for MLS All-Star Sparks Heated Debate over US Sports

National reporter questions Premier League All-Star Game after Lionel Messi suspension sparks fresh debate over league policies.
Argentina v Mexico: Group C – FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

Latest Inter Miami Move Could Add to Lionel Messi’s MLS Contract Situation

How will Inter Miami's acquirement of Argentinian Rodrigo De Paul affect Lionel Messi's contract that expires at the end of the year
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Club World Cup Numbers Toppled as USA Stadium Sets Stage for 2026 FIFA Showdown Domination

With the FIFA Club World Cup setting a record just a few weeks ago, another soccer event has just set a new benchmark.
FIFA Club World Cup at MetLife Stadium

Sarina Wiegman’s Euro Title Fate Gives England an Edge Against Strong Spain Amid Final Prep

Sarina Wiegman’s proven Euro-winning record could give England the upper hand against powerhouse Spain as final preparations heat up.
UEFA Women’s Nations League – Group A – Scotland v England

Amid Lionel Messi’s Suspension Drama, Inter Miami Fans Divided Over Rodrigo De Paul’s Signing

While Lionel Messi’s suspension stirs controversy, Inter Miami fans are now clashing over Rodrigo De Paul’s rumored arrival
SOCCER: JUL 19 MLS New York Red Bulls vs Inter Miami CF

Angry ESPN Host Goes Off on Lionel Messi MLS Suspension Amidst Contract Worries

One call has turned the perfect relationship upside-down. And it has got even reporters backing Lionel Messi and calling out the MLS.
SOCCER: JUL 19 MLS New York Red Bulls vs Inter Miami CF

Millions in Danger After Lionel Messi’s Suspension as National Reporter Tears Down MLS

Lionel Messi’s suspension risks millions in lost revenue, as his presence alone fuels record-breaking crowds, profits, and league growth.
May 16, 2021, Barcelona, Spain: Lionel Messi of FC Barcelona, Barca during the Liga Santander match between FC Barcelona

Lionel Messi’s Suspension Raises Concern for MLS’s Future as Inter Miami Deal Nears End

Inter Miami star Lionel Messi's MLS suspension has drawn a lot of attention, and now Miami's owner has voiced his concern.
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Seth Meyers Sparks Argument Between Emily Sonnett and Midge Purce on Late Night Show Visit

Seth Meyers ends up stirring an interesting debate between Emily Sonnett and Midge Purce during their appearance on his late-night show.
February 20, 2024, Carson, California, USA: United States forward MIDGE PURCE (9) and midfielder EMILY SONNETT (14) clas

MLS Fails to Match NWSL’s Staggering Numbers Despite Shocking $190 Million Media Gap

Despite a staggering $190 million media rights gap, the MLS is struggling to keep up with the NWSL’s impressive numbers.
NWSL: Chicago Red Stars at San Diego Wave FC Oct 16, 2022; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Wave FC fans wave the t

Trinity Rodman Drops Major Comeback Hint as Washington Spirit Set to Resume NWSL Run

Trinity Rodman hints at a potential comeback as the Washington Spirit gears up for the return of their NWSL campaign.
Trinity Rodman

Proof For Lionel Messi’s Impact Revealed Amidst Backlash Over MLS’s All Star Game Absence

Lionel Messi is in hot water after the MLS-All Stars move. But has he really not done enough for American soccer?
Lionel Messi

Why Was Lionel Messi Suspended by MLS? How Many Games Will He Miss?

Here's everything you need to know about how many games Lionel Messi will be suspended for by the MLS after sitting out the All-Star Game.
FL: Inter Miami CF v New York City FC

One Problem That MLS Is Solving for America That NFL Couldn’t

Here's the deal with which the MLS fixed its viewership problem in the United States compared to other popular leagues like the NFL.
SOCCER: JUL 22 MLS All-Star Skills Challenge

MLS’s Home-Field Advantage? Not What It Used to Be

Here's everything you need to know about the decline of the home-field advantage in the MLS while the sport grows in the US.
All-Star Game: MLS All Star vs. Stars Liga MX

America First Message Echoes As Former World Cup Winner Gives Stark Reminder to MLS

A former World Cup winner delivers a stark reminder to MLS, echoing the “America First” message in his critique of the league’s approach.
MLS: MLS Cup Championship-Los Angeles FC at Columbus Crew SC

Lionel Messi’s Absence From All-Star Game Urges Retired Soccer Player to Make Bold MLS Claim

The absence of Lionel Messi from the All-Star Game prompted a retired soccer star to speak out with a bold claim about MLS.
MLS: Preseason-Inter Miami CF at Al Hilal SFC

MLS Mocked for $20 Million Value Thanks to Lionel Messi As All Star Game Suffers

As Lionel Messi ditches the All-Star Game, igniting widespread criticism, it's MLS that ends up at the receiving end of the backlash.
MLS: Preseason-Inter Miami CF at AI Nassr FC

MLS Catches Heat for Diego Luna Debate From USA Soccer Legend: “Not What We Want”

American soccer legend Eric Wynalda criticizes MLS focusing on rising star Diego Luna's success in the sport.
SOCCER: JUL 23 MLS All-Star Game

FIFA’s Club World Cup Is Minting Money But Elite Clubs Want More, and Sooner

FIFA is unwilling to host a bi-yearly Club World Cup. But who is listening? Big clubs are lobbying for a more frequent global spectacle.
Fifa President and Real Madrid President

Lionel Messi’s Suspension Uncertain As MLS Commissioner Addresses All-Star Game Controversy

The potential suspension of Lionel Messi remains unclear over the All-Star Game absence as the MLS Commissioner offers his say.
MLS: Preseason-Inter Miami CF at AI Nassr FC

Sue Bird Makes Megan Rapinoe Reveal Post-Retirement Workout Grind, Recalling Amusing Incident

Sue Bird hilariously exposes Megan Rapinoe’s unexpected post-retirement workout hustle—leading to a funny confession
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Tottenham Boss Makes ‘Tricky’ Son Heung-Min Admission Amid Shocking LAFC Rumors

Tottenham boss opens up about the complexities surrounding the future of Son Heung-Min while a potential move to LAFC looms.
Premier League – Tottenham Hotspur v AFC Bournemouth

Lionel Messi’s MLS Decision Gets Strong Backlash Over His MVP Status: “Villain”

Lionel Messi making the big MLS decision seems like an attack on the American-ness of the MLS. And suddenly the 2024 MVP becomes the villain?
FL: Inter Miami CF v New York City FC

About Soccer

Soccer

History

The history of modern soccer can be dated back to the mid-nineteenth century when local clubs in England came forward and established a set of rules, leading to the formation of the Football Association in London, England, on 26 October 1863. A total of 11 soccer clubs were present at the first meeting of the FA, along with representatives from different schools. Eight years after its culmination, the FA had 50 member clubs. In 1872, the association started the world's oldest competition to this date: the FA Cup. Since the FA Cup was a knockout competition, 12 clubs decided to start the Football League. It was the top-tier league competition in England till 1992. However, in 1992, 22 teams decided to split and formed the Premier League.

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Soccer is also known as football in many countries around the world. In 1885, the USA played its first international soccer game, which followed the rules and regulations of the London FA laws. The United States Soccer Federation was founded in 1913 and is the governing body of soccer in the United States. It also governs the Major League Soccer and the National Women's Soccer League.

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The United States men's national team played its first game against Canada in 1885, which was also the first international game outside of the United Kingdom.

First international soccer game

England and Scotland played the world's first-ever international soccer game in 1872. It was held in Partick, Glasgow. The game ended scoreless with 0-0 on the scoreboard. Queen's Park club players represented Scottish players, while the English team had players from 9 different clubs.

History of the FIFA World Cup

Uruguay hosted the first World Cup tournament in 1930. Hosts Uruguay beat Argentina 4-2 in the final to lift the inaugural world cup. The winner of the World Cup lifted the Jules Rimet Trophy, named after FIFA president Jules Rimet. However, 40 years later, the FIFA World Cup Trophy was designed to replace the old trophy.

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The Brazilian national team remains the most successful team in world cup history with 5 titles. Germany and Italy have four titles each. Uruguay, Argentina, and France are next on the list with 2 titles. England and Spain are the other winners, with one title each. No team from AFC, CAF, CONCACAF, and OFC has won the world cup.

2022 FIFA World Cup

Participants

AFC: Australia, Iran, Japan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and South Korea

CAF: Cameroon, Ghana, Morocco, Senegal, Tunisia

CONCACAF: Canada, Costa Rica, Mexico, United States

CONMEBOL: Argentina, Brazil, Ecuador, Uruguay

UEFA: Belgium, Croatia, Denmark, England, France, Germany, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Serbia, Spain, Switzerland, Wales

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Qatar hosted the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Argentina ran out winners after beating defending champions, France in the final. Lionel Messi won the Golden Ball award for the best player in the World Cup.

2023 FIFA Women's World Cup

The 2023 FIFA Women's soccer World Cup will be jointly hosted by Australia and New Zealand. It is the first FIFA Women's world cup to be jointly hosted by two nations. It will take place from 20 July to 20 August 2023. USWNT are the defending champions with two back-to-back trophies.

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For the first time 32 teams will be able to participate in the Women's World Cup, same as the men's world cup.