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United States Creates FIFA Pass to Streamline World Cup Ticket Holder’s Visa Applications
With FIFA president Gianni Infantino by his side, President Donald Trump announced the creation of the FIFA Prioritized Appointments Scheduling System (PASS). This FIFA Pass will expedite the process for international visitors seeking visas to attend World Cup games in 2026. A separate FIFA portal will be created for ticket holders to have the interview portion of their application prioritized. They will not be guaranteed a visa, but they will have priority status. Secret
Eliana Halivni
Nov 203 min read


JuJu Watkins Makes NIL Investment History
JuJu Watkins is a talented basketball player for the University of Southern Carolina Trojans. She had a standout freshman year scoring over 900 points and receiving several accolades, including the AP Player of the Year and a unanimous first-team All-American. Because of a torn ACL, Watkins will have to sit out the 2025-2026 season, but Watkins still has a NIL valuation of close to $1 million which places her in the top 50 overall in NIL earnings for college athletes. About
Gwyn Geressy
Nov 192 min read


A Disappearing Match in Miami: Civil War in Spain Derails La Liga’s American Dream
The announcement was meant to be a lucrative and symbolic planting of the flag. La Liga, the top fútbol league in Spain, was bringing a regular season match to the United States, with European giants FC Barcelona set to face Villareal CF—not in Spain, but under the bright lights of Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium. While it was not the first attempt the league had made to cross the Atlantic, this time felt different. With strong backing from a U.S.-based promoter named Relevent
Oliver Canning
Nov 66 min read


Youth Soccer to the NWSL: The Trend of Young Athletes Waiving College Eligibility
There is no doubt women's soccer has rapidly evolved in both skill and popularity, leading to more opportunities for women to reach the...
Mikayla Yarwood
Sep 243 min read


The Billion Dollar Blueprint: Manchester City and Puma Continue to Redefine Kit Sponsorship with Record-Setting Deal
Professional football’s landscape is once again shifting—this time with more force than ever. Puma and Manchester City have just announced...
Oliver Canning
Jul 265 min read


Caught in the Crossfire: Club World Cup, National Team Loyalty, and the Fatigue Crisis Facing Soccer's Elite
With next summer’s 2025 FIFA Club World Cup set to kick off in the United States, the tournament is already drawing more than just...
Oliver Canning
Jun 75 min read


Homicide Trial for Medical Staff of Soccer Legend Diego Maradona
Seven members of the medical team that treated Diego Maradona are facing homicide charges in Buenos Aires. Maradona, who died in November...
Cassandra Devaney
Apr 222 min read


Premier League Player Faces Lifetime Ban Over Betting Charges
The trial for Lucas Paqueta began last week, in what’s set to be one of the longest court proceedings in the English Football...
Cassandra Devaney
Mar 242 min read
Sports Industry Contract Updates for The End of July
As July comes to a close, so does a few highly anticipated deals. However, not without drama, as the battle between the NBA and TNT...
Kirsten Flicker
Jul 29, 20241 min read


Swap Deal Summer: How Premier League Clubs are Changing Transfer Tactics Under PSR Rules
This summer’s Premier League transfer window has been relatively quiet, in part due to the CONMEBOL Copa America and UEFA’s European...
Caleb Clifford
Jul 19, 20245 min read


NWSL’s Rebirth in Boston: From Breakers to Believers
The city of Boston arguably has one of the best sports fanbases in the country. While their beloved Red Sox, Celtics, Patriots, and...
Madison Greco
Nov 3, 20234 min read


Willet’s Point Revitalization Plan: The Process of Building New York City FC’s New Stadium
The relatively new soccer team New York City FC (“NYCFC”) just received approval to build a new stadium set to open in 2025, the first...
Evan Lautato
Jul 21, 20232 min read


The Most Unique Stadium in Europe: Estádio Municipal de Braga
The Municipal Stadium of Braga is one of the most unique soccer stadiums in Europe. Located in the northwest region of Portugal in the...
Evan Lautato
Jul 7, 20232 min read


Team Mexico Fans' Slurs Leave CONCACAF Seeking Enforcement Mechanisms
While many Team USA fans will be pleased with their 2-0 CONCACAF Nations League victory over Canada on Father’s Day, the biggest story of...
Chase Youngman
Jun 23, 20232 min read
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