Football
How the FIFA World Cup Has Shifted American Views on Soccer
The FIFA World Cup has long been a flashpoint for debates about soccer's place in American sports culture. Is the needle finally moving?
By Alex Rivera3 min read
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Football
Inside the 2026 World Cup: A Fan's Ground-Level Account
A firsthand account from lionsroarnews.com captures what it was like to attend the 2026 World Cup, offering a ground-level view of the tournament's atmosphere and scale.
By Alex Rivera3 min read
Football
Trump Calls Replacing FIFA's Gianni Infantino a 'Terrible Mistake'
Donald Trump has publicly backed FIFA president Gianni Infantino, warning that removing him from the role would be a 'terrible mistake' ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
By Alex Rivera2 min read
Football
Why Mexico Keeps Backing Gianni Infantino for FIFA President
Mexico's continued support for Gianni Infantino as FIFA president raises questions about the political and sporting interests driving the alliance.
By Alex Rivera3 min read
Football
New Claims Against Infantino Put FIFA Under Fresh Scrutiny
Fresh allegations targeting FIFA president Gianni Infantino are adding to a difficult stretch for world football's governing body, deepening existing concerns about leadership and governance.
By Alex Rivera3 min read
Football
World Cup Host Cities Push FIFA for Legacy Payments
Host cities for the upcoming World Cup are reportedly pressing FIFA to follow through on promised 'legacy' payments, raising questions about the governing body's commitments.
By Alex Rivera3 min read
Football
Maya Yoshida Shapes LA Galaxy Role Around 2026 World Cup Experience
Veteran defender Maya Yoshida is channeling his World Cup experience into a new leadership approach at LA Galaxy ahead of the 2026 tournament on home soil.
By Alex Rivera2 min read
Football
World Cup Commercialization Faces Growing Scrutiny
A New Yorker report raises hard questions about money, power, and whether the World Cup can remain a sporting event rather than a commercial product.
By Alex Rivera3 min read
Football
FIFA Drops World Cup Private Equity Plan After Heavy Pushback
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has abandoned a controversial plan to bring private equity investment into the World Cup after facing significant opposition from stakeholders.
By Alex Rivera2 min read
Football
FIFA Drops World Cup Stake Sale Plan After Backlash
FIFA has abandoned a proposal to sell commercial stakes in the World Cup following strong opposition from member associations and football stakeholders worldwide.
By Alex Rivera2 min read
Football
FIFA Drops Controversial World Cup Mega Deal
FIFA has walked away from a high-profile and widely criticized World Cup commercial deal, marking a significant shift in how football's governing body handles its biggest tournament partnerships.
By Alex Rivera3 min read
Football
FIFA World Cup Sell-Off Plan Scrapped by Infantino After Backlash
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has abandoned a controversial plan to sell off commercial rights to the FIFA World Cup after it drew sharp criticism from stakeholders across football.
By Alex Rivera2 min read