Football

Iranian women's soccer team refuses to sing national anthem, chess player calls out regime

The players' actions came as Israel continued its war against Iran in the form of Operation Roaring Lion. As the war progressed, Israel successfully eliminated many of the country's leaders.

MEMBERS OF the Islamic Republic of Iran team pose prior to the AFC Women's Asian Cup Group A match between South Korea and Iran at Robina Stadium on the Gold Coast, Australia, March 2, 2026.
 Barnot Toth of Hungary is challenged by Jack Taylor of Republic of Ireland during the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match between Republic of Ireland and Hungary at on September 06, 2025 in Dublin, Ireland.

Ireland commits to Israel fixtures despite calling for their expulsion

A detailed view of the Vince Lombardi Trophy during Super Bowl LX Opening Night at San Jose McEnery Convention Center on February 02, 2026 in San Jose, California.

Seattle Seahawks win Super Bowl LX 29-13 over New England Patriots

The Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots logos projected on the Ferry Building.

Tech and AI brands drive record Super Bowl LX advertising boom


Uruguayan footballer Mathías Acuña, 32, found dead in Ecuador hotel room

In the months leading up to his death, Acuña had been embroiled in personal difficulties. He was under investigation for alleged physical and psychological abuse by his ex-girlfriend, Lu Rodríguez.

 Ambato, Ecuador.

Antarctica now has about 2,000 football fields more of vegetation

From 1986 to 2021, moss-covered areas on the Antarctic Peninsula expanded from less than one square kilometer to nearly 12 square kilometers.

 Antarctica now has about 2,000 football fields more of vegetation.

Great-grandson of Mussolini scores first goal for Juve Stabia, fans celebrate with fascist salute

Fans of Juve Stabia celebrated with fascist salutes after Romano Floriani Mussolini, great-grandson of Italian fascist dictator Benito Mussolini, scored his first goal for the team.

 Romano Floriani Mussolini, the great-grandson of Italian dictator Benito Mussolini, warms up before the Serie A soccer match in Verona, October 24, 2021.

Norway requests FIFA investigate Israel before World Cup

The Norwegian Football Federation president said she stands behind her government's call to end the war in Gaza.

 Norway's Jens Petter Hauge celebrates with teammates.

Eyes on 2026: Road to World Cup begins for the Israel national team

Despite some nerves, the blue-and-white are working hard to make their 2026 World Cup dreams a reality

MANOR SOLOMON (pictured above in a Israel-Belarus Euro 2024 qualifier in September 2023) and the National Team hope to soon get back to playing at Bloomfield Stadium as the 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign is set to kick off.

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BYU’s Jake Retzlaff signs historic NIL deal with Manischewitz

“Manischewitz has always been part of my life," Retzlaff said.

 Jake Retzlaff with a box of Manischewitz latke mix.

Lior Refaelov's late heroics secure Maccabi Haifa win over Petah Tikva

Refaelov’s brilliance lifts Mac Haifa • Beitar and Hapoel draw in front of record Teddy crowd.

 Israel soccer story by Joshua Halickman on Page 8 – Picture of Beitar Jerusalem's Patrick Twumasi.

Israel National Team defeats Belgium 1-0, in first win of the campaign

Shua’s late strike lifts Ben Shimon & Co. to landmark Nations League conquest of Belgium

 ISRAEL TEAMMATES Daniel Peretz (left) and Raz Shlomo celebrate after the blue-and-white beat Belgium 1-0 late Sunday in Nations League action in Budapest.

The goal against Red Star Belgarde that made Barcelona fans fall in love with Maradona

As Barcelona FC is set to meet Red Star Belgrade, the expected game brings back memories of a famous goal.

 Maradona mural in Naples. Paky Cassano.