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Gotham FC announces move to Queens’ Etihad Stadium in 2028

The NWSL’s Gotham FC made a huge announcement this week: In 2028, the team will move from New Jersey’s Sports Illustrated Stadium to Etihad Park, the massive, all-electric stadium being built in Flushing, Queens.

July 09, 2026

PWHL expands summer camp initiative across markets in year two, encouraging fandom and sponsor opportunities

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Following success in year one, the PWHL announced the expansion of its PWHL Summer Camps program to over 30 events across 16 U.S. and Canadian cities. The camps — which feature PWHL staff and players — will take place over the next two months and welcome all ages and skill levels.

July 09, 2026

The USMNT is out of the World Cup — and we’re in our feels

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A promising USMNT lost 4–1 to Belgium on Monday, a disappointing finish for a team that captivated a nation. Despite hope surrounding the perennially underdog American men’s team, this run ended the same way their last three WCs did: in the Round of 16. Let’s sort through our feelings about it.

July 08, 2026

NWSL shares midseason growth metrics driven by increased attendance and access

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On Friday, the NWSL shared midseason KPIs and milestones that illustrate explosive, multidimensional growth. The league saw gains across every major metric — a positive sign in the lead up to the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

July 07, 2026

Diving into the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals, plus a France-Morocco preview

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Diving into the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals, plus a France-Morocco preview

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Twenty-seven days and 96 games later, the FIFA men’s World Cup (WC) quarter-finals (QFs) are set. Today’s the first day in a while without a game, so take the respite to check on your bracket and read up on the upcoming matches, plus how the final two teams clinched their spots.

July 07, 2026

Previewing USMNT vs. Belgium following FIFA’s shocking decision

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Every minute brings us closer to tonight’s USMNT Round of 16 tilt against Belgium at 8 p.m. ET on Fox. Can the Stars and Stripes vanquish the Red Devils, or will history repeat itself?

July 06, 2026

The Round of 16 rages on at the 2026 men’s World Cup

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Here are the highlights from the long weekend, plus a look at the final three games before the quarter-finals (QF) begin on Thursday.

July 06, 2026

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The Round of 16 rages on at the 2026 men’s World Cup

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July 06, 2026

Here are the highlights from the long weekend, plus a look at the final three games before the quarter-finals (QF) begin on Thursday.

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The GIST of It Podcast

Ep #570

How FIFA lost control of the World Cup

July 07, 2026

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On Sunday, FIFA shocked the world by announcing that American striker Folarin Balogun’s red card had been suspended, allowing the USMNT’s World Cup leading scorer to play in yesterday’s Round of 16 match against Belgium.

That decision set off a flurry of conversations about fairness and opportunity at the World Cup — particularly after a certain president inserted himself into the narrative. Today, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz break down the situation, detailing how FIFA’s controversial decision sparked outrage from other competing nations, inciting chaos and tainting the legacy of this tourney.