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Canada news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Amnesty International flags World Cup human rights risks

The 2026 FIFA World Cup poses significant human rights risks for various stakeholders, particularly in the United States.
Canada news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Amnesty International flags World Cup human rights risks

The 2026 FIFA World Cup poses significant human rights risks for various stakeholders, particularly in the United States.
LA Clippers
fromThe Nation
6 hours ago

The Risk of Being More Than an Athlete

Being politically outspoken can lead to being blackballed from sports leagues, as seen in the cases of Colin Kaepernick and Natasha Cloud.
Mental health
fromFortune
4 hours ago

Climate activists realize that it's a bad look to be an 'eco-pooper,' embrace joy for a change | Fortune

Activists are using joy and community to combat climate change instead of focusing on sacrifice and doom.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
6 hours ago

Angel City FC expands pro-immigrant campaign with a message in 13 languages

Angel City Football Club expands its 'Immigrant City Football Club' campaign with a new apparel collection celebrating Los Angeles' diversity.
#womens-super-league
Manchester City
fromwww.bbc.com
6 hours ago

Man City not distracted as WSL title nears - Jeglertz

Manchester City can win the Women's Super League title next week if they beat Brighton and Arsenal loses to Leicester City.
Women
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

How WSL aims to bridge academy gap - and why it needs to

The gap between academy football and first-team level in the Women's Super League poses challenges for young players' development.
Manchester City
fromwww.bbc.com
6 hours ago

Man City not distracted as WSL title nears - Jeglertz

Manchester City can win the Women's Super League title next week if they beat Brighton and Arsenal loses to Leicester City.
Women
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

How WSL aims to bridge academy gap - and why it needs to

The gap between academy football and first-team level in the Women's Super League poses challenges for young players' development.
fromState of the Planet
5 hours ago

Why Climate Work Is Community Work

"The responders weren't just FEMA, it was people taking up direct collections for food, for clothing; it was a community response."
Online Community Development
Women in technology
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

The global assault on women is an assault on all of us

Solidarity against global patriarchy is essential to combat the normalization of sexual violence and protect women's autonomy.
Chelsea
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Not just for us' Chelsea Women to play all WSL games at Stamford Bridge from next season

Chelsea Women will host all Women's Super League games at Stamford Bridge next season to enhance visibility and supporter engagement.
#real-madrid
Real Madrid
fromwww.bbc.com
8 hours ago

'Doesn't bother me if he likes Mourinho or Julia Roberts' - Arbeloa on Mbappe

Kylian Mbappe's social media activity has sparked speculation about Real Madrid's next manager amid a trophyless season.
Real Madrid
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Real Madrid close on Barcelona as Mbappe and Vinicius net against Alaves

Real Madrid defeated Alaves 2-1, closing the gap to Barcelona in La Liga to six points after ending a four-game winless streak.
Real Madrid
fromwww.bbc.com
8 hours ago

'Doesn't bother me if he likes Mourinho or Julia Roberts' - Arbeloa on Mbappe

Kylian Mbappe's social media activity has sparked speculation about Real Madrid's next manager amid a trophyless season.
Real Madrid
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Real Madrid close on Barcelona as Mbappe and Vinicius net against Alaves

Real Madrid defeated Alaves 2-1, closing the gap to Barcelona in La Liga to six points after ending a four-game winless streak.
Real Madrid
fromESPN.com
3 days ago

Real Madrid beat Brugge to win UEFA Youth League final

Real Madrid won the UEFA Youth League final, becoming European champions after defeating Club Brugge in a penalty shootout.
Exercise
fromLos Angeles Times
12 hours ago

Contributor: Regulate the 'Enhanced Games' as a medical experiment and a marketing stunt

The Enhanced Games promotes performance-enhancing drug use in sports, requiring athletes to enhance their abilities chemically.
EU data protection
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

UK Football Policing Unit chief says X is hiding behind' legal processes and delays

The ability to secure identifying information from X has significantly worsened, impacting successful prosecutions of online abuse.
Science
fromPsychology Today
23 hours ago

Earth Day Came Early This Year

The Overview Effect transforms humanity's perspective on Earth, fostering unity and inspiring environmental action through space exploration.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Kyrie Irving changes Instagram photo to show solidarity with Palestine

The picture on Irving's Instagram shows a young Palestinian boy sitting with a book as he turns around to look at Israeli soldiers standing behind a barbed wire fence just behind him.
NYC parents
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

'Turning football into rubble' - fury over VAR ruling

"There was a goal that was scored and then it was cancelled - this is a very technical mistake by the referee. Unfortunately this is what is turning football into rubble. It was a big mistake to choose this referee for this match. We deserved to be in the final and we deserve to play this important game."
Soccer (FIFA)
Environment
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

On Earth Day, remember the people defending the planet

Grassroots activists play a crucial role in environmental victories, often unrecognized, yet their efforts lead to significant change and protection of ecosystems.
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

NWSL, players association team up on Project ACL initiative

"The NWSLPA is proud to join Project ACL, which brings together players, leagues and researchers to better understand ACL injuries. That understanding requires looking beyond the individual and examining the conditions players train and compete in each day. Project ACL is an opportunity to build the kind of player-centric evidence that can lead to meaningful changes across women's professional soccer."
Women
Liverpool FC
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Leicester fans demand change as Rowett urges decisive action

Leicester City fans demand change after relegation to League One, expressing disappointment and calling for leadership accountability.
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
1 day ago

Why Matt Crocker's abrupt US Soccer exit is significant for World Cup and beyond

Crocker was seen as someone who could lift the 'Stars and Stripes' from international tournament minnows to genuine competitors on the world stage.
National Football League
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

80% of Toronto FIFA FanFest tickets could now be free, Toronto says following $10 admission backlash | CBC News

Toronto will provide most tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup fan festival for free, reversing a previous plan to charge admission.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Teacher suspended for supporting trans athlete gets reinstated after allies fight back - LGBTQ Nation

Dr. Chet Hesson was reinstated after an investigation found no basis for claims against him regarding his support for a transgender student athlete.
#world-cup
Alternative transportation
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

The $150 Train Ride That Explains Everything Wrong With The World Cup Economy - Above the Law

The proposed $150 train fare for World Cup fans highlights issues of liability, accountability, and fairness in public infrastructure funding.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

Monday's Headlines: World Cup Fuss Edition - Streetsblog New York City

New Jersey Transit charges $150 for train tickets to World Cup games, prompting criticism and highlighting local resource strain from FIFA's demands.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Why the World Cup should be decentralized | Leander Schaerlaeckens

The World Cup should be divided into multiple locations globally to reduce the influence of authoritarian regimes and improve oversight.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Five major issues affecting the FIFA World Cup with 50 days to go

FIFA faces criticism over social, political, and logistical issues as the World Cup approaches amid a fragile ceasefire involving Iran.
Alternative transportation
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

The $150 Train Ride That Explains Everything Wrong With The World Cup Economy - Above the Law

The proposed $150 train fare for World Cup fans highlights issues of liability, accountability, and fairness in public infrastructure funding.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

Monday's Headlines: World Cup Fuss Edition - Streetsblog New York City

New Jersey Transit charges $150 for train tickets to World Cup games, prompting criticism and highlighting local resource strain from FIFA's demands.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Why the World Cup should be decentralized | Leander Schaerlaeckens

The World Cup should be divided into multiple locations globally to reduce the influence of authoritarian regimes and improve oversight.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Five major issues affecting the FIFA World Cup with 50 days to go

FIFA faces criticism over social, political, and logistical issues as the World Cup approaches amid a fragile ceasefire involving Iran.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Brady's stadium own goal means her West Ham exit will not be mourned by fans | Jacob Steinberg

The departure of Karren Brady has been celebrated by West Ham fans, who remain determined to push for David Sullivan's exit from the club's management. Despite Brady's exit, Sullivan's position appears secure for now, as he plans to acquire shares from the Gold family, maintaining a semblance of control over the club's operations.
London politics
#premier-league
Chelsea
fromwww.bbc.com
6 hours ago

Big clubs and big names - a summer of managerial upheaval awaits

Managerial uncertainty prevails in the Premier League with multiple clubs seeking new leadership amid recent high-profile departures.
fromESPN.com
1 day ago
Soccer (FIFA)

If the Premier League did an NFL-style draft, who would each team select?

The Premier League draft mimics the NFL draft, focusing on young talent under 23 to enhance team rosters.
English Premier League
fromESPN.com
2 weeks ago

Tracking Europe's top soccer leagues: Title races, UCL, relegation

The Premier League title race is heating up, with Arsenal and Manchester City vying for the top position as the season nears its end.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Premier League clubs unhappy at rising costs of Independent Football Regulator

Premier League clubs are frustrated with rising costs and uncertainty regarding the Independent Football Regulator's budget and future financial commitments.
Chelsea
fromwww.bbc.com
6 hours ago

Big clubs and big names - a summer of managerial upheaval awaits

Managerial uncertainty prevails in the Premier League with multiple clubs seeking new leadership amid recent high-profile departures.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

If the Premier League did an NFL-style draft, who would each team select?

The Premier League draft mimics the NFL draft, focusing on young talent under 23 to enhance team rosters.
English Premier League
fromESPN.com
2 weeks ago

Tracking Europe's top soccer leagues: Title races, UCL, relegation

The Premier League title race is heating up, with Arsenal and Manchester City vying for the top position as the season nears its end.
#fifa
NYC politics
fromPOLITICO
1 week ago

Democrats' new affordability nemesis: FIFA

Elected officials criticize FIFA for high ticket prices and inadequate support for local transit during the World Cup, impacting economic outcomes.
NYC politics
fromPOLITICO
1 week ago

Democrats' new affordability nemesis: FIFA

Elected officials criticize FIFA for high ticket prices and inadequate support for local transit during the World Cup, impacting economic outcomes.
Media industry
fromDigiday
3 days ago

As upfront negotiations near, buyers chart path through complex sports market

Fragmentation of sports broadcasting complicates viewing for fans and advertising strategies for brands.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Rose miss out on pyramid play-offs over licence

Unfortunately, our application for a period of grace to fulfil the required criteria for our SFA bronze licence was declined by the SPFL board. On this basis we are not eligible to participate in the pyramid play-off competition.
New York Rangers
Europe politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

Who will shape the global agenda the left or far right?

Left-leaning leaders in Barcelona and far-right figures in Milan represent opposing political perspectives on democracy and regulation in Europe.
San Jose Sharks
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

LAFC faces big test against coach Bruce Arena and his Earthquakes

Bruce Arena emphasizes the importance of focusing on the present season despite the San José Earthquakes' strong start.
fromSempreMilan
4 days ago

Reports: Verona fans accused of racist chanting - Maignan and Leao targeted

The only goal of the game came a few minutes before the break, with Rafael Leao providing for Adrien Rabiot's run through on goal.
AC Milan
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
4 days ago

Thousands rally across Germany to call for faster green shift

Thousands protested in Germany for a faster transition to renewable energy, criticizing the government for hindering progress towards climate goals.
fromBarca Universal
6 days ago

La Liga president admits Barcelona on the right track when it comes to financial fair play | Barca Universal

"There's still a long way to go until summer. When you arrive, you have to generate revenue to be able to make signings. I think Barça has a very good financial structure."
FC Barcelona
Los Angeles
fromSoccer News
1 day ago

Los Angeles FC v Colorado Rapids: Wells excited to change status quo in MLS - Soccer News

Colorado Rapids aim to change the status quo in MLS as they prepare for a match against LAFC.
Manchester City
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Players can celebrate how they want - Guardiola

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola defends his players' celebrations after a crucial victory over Arsenal, despite criticism from pundits.
Liverpool FC
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Greatest Scotland team debate bringing fans together

Scotland's Football Memories initiative engages fans to select the best football team from 1945 to 1998, fostering community and shared experiences.
LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

The Olympics' trans policy polices womanhood | Moira Donegan

Transgender women and cisgender women with DSDs will be barred from women's Olympic events, redefining womanhood based on genetic criteria.
fromBenzinga
2 days ago

Reddit Co-Founder Alexis Ohanian Calls Sports The 'Last One Standing' That AI Cannot Replace: 'Folks Are

Ohanian's comments come at a time when AI is increasingly influencing various industries. Earlier this month, Reddit partnered with Nectar Social, granting them access to Reddit's Data API for real-time consumer insights.
Online Community Development
#football
#bayern-munich
Women
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Eta's Bundesliga debut a milestone marred by misogyny

Bayern Munich won their 13th Bundesliga title, while Marie-Louise Eta faced misogynistic backlash as the first woman to coach in top European men's leagues.
#champions-league
English Premier League
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Champions League almost sewn up but race for Europe tighter than ever

Liverpool, Aston Villa, and Manchester United are likely to secure Champions League spots, while the Europa League race remains highly competitive among several teams.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

'We really messed up' - does European football need more balance?

The Champions League is increasingly dominated by top-five European leagues, widening the gap between wealthy clubs and smaller domestic champions.
English Premier League
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Champions League almost sewn up but race for Europe tighter than ever

Liverpool, Aston Villa, and Manchester United are likely to secure Champions League spots, while the Europa League race remains highly competitive among several teams.
Media industry
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Football is a game of opinions - so why did the SFA ban BBC's Michael Stewart?

Criticism of refereeing in Scottish football can lead to bans for pundits, as seen with Michael Stewart's exclusion by the SFA.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Former footballers to meet government over 'financial abuse'

Working-class footballers lost hundreds of millions to financial mis-selling, but the V11 group is still being pursued for tax on money they never had.
UK politics
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

Chaos reigns in Asian Champions League after VAR intervenes over substitution

Shabab Al Ahli's hopes of becoming champions of Asia had just come to an end in the penultimate stage of the tournament with a 1-0 loss, but they were adamant that tie should have been headed for extra-time after their 92nd-minute equaliser was disallowed.
Soccer (FIFA)
#football-transfers
Real Madrid
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Ranking the most successful world record transfers of the past 50 years

Neymar's transfer fee remains unmatched, reflecting evolving trends in football's financial landscape and the impact of record signings on clubs.
Real Madrid
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Ranking the most successful world record transfers of the past 50 years

Neymar's transfer fee remains unmatched, reflecting evolving trends in football's financial landscape and the impact of record signings on clubs.
#chelsea-fc
Chelsea
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Rosenior feels '100%' support from Chelsea owners

Liam Rosenior feels fully supported by Chelsea's ownership despite recent defeats and aims for long-term success with the team.
Chelsea
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Protests and another costly loss - pressure mounts on Rosenior's Chelsea

Chelsea's recent performance has led to protests and concerns over Champions League qualification after four consecutive league losses without scoring.
Chelsea
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Rosenior feels '100%' support from Chelsea owners

Liam Rosenior feels fully supported by Chelsea's ownership despite recent defeats and aims for long-term success with the team.
Chelsea
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Protests and another costly loss - pressure mounts on Rosenior's Chelsea

Chelsea's recent performance has led to protests and concerns over Champions League qualification after four consecutive league losses without scoring.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Why evergreen Forrest is Celtic's enduring influencer

James Forrest, dripping with silverware from a storied Celtic career, helped turn the Scottish semi-final in Celtic's favour with his energy and accuracy.
Liverpool FC
Online Community Development
fromTruthout
4 days ago

Want to Resist a Data Center? These Organizers Share How They Did It.

Local communities in the U.S. are resisting the construction of data centers due to environmental concerns and corporate influence.
Women
fromESPN.com
6 days ago

Most NWSL players currently oppose potential calendar switch

Majority of NWSL players oppose switching to a fall-spring season due to concerns over player health and safety.
Media industry
fromFast Company
6 days ago

Blatantly fake news about college sports spreads like wildfire in the absence of player payday details

The transfer portal has sparked chaos in college basketball, leading to misinformation and confusion about player transfers and NIL deals.
English Premier League
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Champions League in the Championship? Forest's juggling act goes on

Nottingham Forest's Europa League success complicates their Premier League future as they face potential relegation despite a strong European run.
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
1 week ago

Who are the female coaches to have taken charge of men's football teams?

Union Berlin has made history after appointing Marie-Louise Eta as their new head coach, becoming the first club in Europe's top five leagues to have a female head coach. Eta takes the job on an interim basis until the end of the season, having previously served as the club's assistant and U19 manager.
Women
#racism
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Spurs condemn vile, dehumanising racism' aimed at Kevin Danso online

Tottenham condemned racist abuse aimed at Kevin Danso and reported it to the police, emphasizing zero tolerance for discrimination in football.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Spurs condemn 'vile' racist abuse aimed at Danso

Tottenham Hotspur condemned racism aimed at Kevin Danso and reported the abuse to authorities, emphasizing support for the player and zero tolerance for discrimination.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Spurs condemn vile, dehumanising racism' aimed at Kevin Danso online

Tottenham condemned racist abuse aimed at Kevin Danso and reported it to the police, emphasizing zero tolerance for discrimination in football.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Spurs condemn 'vile' racist abuse aimed at Danso

Tottenham Hotspur condemned racism aimed at Kevin Danso and reported the abuse to authorities, emphasizing support for the player and zero tolerance for discrimination.
Chelsea
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Slumbering giants Chelsea and Manchester United offer little for fans | John Brewin

Chelsea and Manchester United have fallen from prominence, with fan unrest and ownership issues affecting both clubs' current standings and futures.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

The Welshman who influenced Europe's coaching elite

Osian Roberts has significantly influenced the coaching careers of several former players, including Cesc Fabregas, who is now managing Como.
#sexism
Women
fromBBC
4 weeks ago

More than the Score - Sexism in football: A problem that isn't going away - BBC Sounds

Reports of sexism at football games have more than doubled compared to last season, highlighting a significant issue in the sport.
Women
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Sexism at football - a problem that isn't going away

Sexism in football remains prevalent, with a significant increase in reported incidents affecting female fans and professionals.
Women
fromBBC
4 weeks ago

More than the Score - Sexism in football: A problem that isn't going away - BBC Sounds

Reports of sexism at football games have more than doubled compared to last season, highlighting a significant issue in the sport.
Women
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Sexism at football - a problem that isn't going away

Sexism in football remains prevalent, with a significant increase in reported incidents affecting female fans and professionals.
Los Angeles
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Why Climate Activists Are Protesting Their Favorite Sports Teams

Climate activists protest sports teams' naming deals with fossil fuel companies and their financiers, linking stadium sponsorships to climate disasters and environmental destruction.
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Grok sparks outrage over posts about football disasters

Grok, an AI chatbot embedded in X, generated offensive content about historic football tragedies when prompted by users, defending its responses as fulfilling user requests without filters.
#racism-in-football
Juventus
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Infantino suggests players covering mouths when addressing opponents could be sent off

FIFA president Infantino proposes sending off players who cover their mouths while speaking to opponents, treating mouth-covering as presumptive evidence of racist abuse.
fromSoccer News
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Racism in Football: Why Lifetime Bans Must Be on the Table - But Only After the Truth Is Proven - Soccer News

Juventus
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Infantino suggests players covering mouths when addressing opponents could be sent off

FIFA president Infantino proposes sending off players who cover their mouths while speaking to opponents, treating mouth-covering as presumptive evidence of racist abuse.
fromSoccer News
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Racism in Football: Why Lifetime Bans Must Be on the Table - But Only After the Truth Is Proven - Soccer News

fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

Newsflash: Sports have always been political - LGBTQ Nation

President Donald Trump called Team USA member Hunter Hess "a real Loser" and said it was "very hard to root for someone like this" after the 27-year-old freeskier's comments about representing his country at the Winter Olympics. A reporter asked Hess at a news conference on February 6 what it means to him to represent the United States in the current climate, both domestically and internationally. He responded that it "brings up mixed emotions" and was "a little hard."
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Footballers are calling out racism because they have had enough. Those with power must act | Samuel Okafor

Ratcliffe's language certainly doesn't help, and players have been calling this out for a long time. One thing is clear: they've been showing the type of leadership that those who have more power in the game and society should follow. Calling out discrimination is a courageous move, and should never be taken for granted.
English Premier League
Soccer (FIFA)
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Change the game: How sports can drive social impact

Major 2026 sporting events create opportunities to expand youth sports access through local, affordable, and sustained community-driven programs and corporate partnerships.
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