Soccer

IDF reveals identities of Gaza terrorists who doubled as professional soccer players, coaches

The military described efforts to portray the terrorists as innocent civilians as "part of a broader effort promoted by various actors against the State of Israel."

IDF exposes Gaza soccer players, referees, and coaches as terrorists, July 22, 2026.
Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Final - Spain v Argentina - New York/New Jersey Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey, US - July 19, 2026 Argentina's Lionel Messi looks dejected after the match as Spain's Ferran Torres and Mikel Oyarzabal celebrate winning the World Cup

FIFA World Cup 2026 final sets KAN network record as most watched since 1998

Kevin Keegan pictured on 1/8/08

Former English soccer player, manager Kevin Keegan dies at 75

SOUTH AFRICAN players participate in the inaugural Diski 18 program in Johannesburg.

Diski 18 brings together Israeli soccer players and South African youth


Trump intervention prompts FIFA to reverse World Cup red card ban for US striker Folarin Balogun

The unprecedented move has thrust FIFA's disciplinary process into the global spotlight and prompted an angry response from Belgium, which plays the US on Monday for a place in the quarter-finals.

Folarin Balogun of the US is shown a red card by referee Raphael Claus on July 1, 2026.

Humanoid robot Atlas delivers match ball during Brazil v Norway FIFA World Cup game

The robot, presented by tournament sponsor Hyundai Motor, has previously danced and engaged in parkour.

Hyundai robot Atlas brings the match ball out before the second half of the Brazil v Norway FIFA World Cup game, July 5, 2026.

Trump called FIFA chief, urging a review of US star's suspension before sudden reversal - report

The US received a major World Cup boost after FIFA ruled Folarin Balogun eligible to face Belgium, suspending the immediate enforcement of his red card suspension.

US President Donald Trump holds up a red card as he meets with FIFA President Gianni Infantino in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, August 2018; illustrative.

'May God have mercy on their martyrs': Egypt's soccer coach celebrates win with Palestinian flag

“My heart and soul are with them,” he said post-game. “May God have mercy on their martyrs. I dedicate this victory to the Egyptian people and to the Palestinian people, the good and noble people."

Hossam Hassan, Head Coach of Egypt, holds the flag of Palestine after the team's victory through the penalty shootout during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match between Australia and Egypt at Dallas Stadium on July 03, 2026 in Arlington, Texas.

Egypt says police officer pushed player, team director at World Cup

"The situation was resolved on scene, and DPD met with representatives of the team to address their concerns," the Dallas Police Department said in a statement.

Dallas police cars seen in Downtown Dallas on June 15, 2026 in Dallas, United States.

Israeli Uri Geller goes toe-to-toe with Ghanian witch doctor over World Cup curses - interview

Speaking with the Post, Geller said that with his positive thinking, he could make anything happen, and had no need to fear curses or negative energy.

Israeli psychic Uri Geller and England's Harry Kane.

Roots, Ronaldo, and regional rivalries: How Israelis choose their World Cup favorites

Israelis, without a team of their own in the football tournament, are adopting other nations to root for during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Israeli kids watch a World Cup match between Portugal and Uzbekistan at an outdoor screening in Jaffa, June 23, 2026.

Time to go home: Iran's World Cup dream ends after Austria's last-gasp equalizer sends them out

Uncertainty over visas and Iran's conflict with the US meant the team had to commute from their tournament base in co-host Mexico to the United States for their three group games.

Iran's Shoja Khalilzadeh scores a goal past Egypt's Mostafa Shoubir that was later disallowed, June 26, 2026.

US seizes nearly 400 websites that were illegally streaming World Cup, DOJ says

Servers and domains linked to the unauthorized streaming of the tournament's matches were targeted in Peru and Bulgaria, with additional disruptions in Croatia, Romania, Poland, and Colombia.

Alex Baena #15 of Spain celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match between Uruguay and Spain at Guadalajara Stadium on June 26, 2026; Illustrative.

During the 2026 FIFA World Cup, remember: Jewish players need serious rabbinical advice - opinion

We are by far the most irritating people on the planet. With such a reputation, the FIFA World Cup should be child’s play. So, why are we not even in the running?

CLOSE, PERSONAL friend: Famous Dutch footballer Johan Cruyff, inside Amsterdam’s Ajax Arena Stadium.