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Group led by former Canucks owner Arthur Griffiths makes offer to buy Whitecaps

Everton contacts Celtic about Canadian defender Alistair Johnston

A stalwart of the Canadian men's national team could be Premier League-bound.

Former AC Milan captain Franco Baresi, one of Italy’s most acclaimed defenders, dies at 66

Inter Miami’s Mas says club followed rules in Casemiro signing

Casemiro grasped his new pink and black jersey while standing on the pitch at Inter Miami's Nu Stadium. Drums banged, flags swirled in the air and a group of supporters cheered, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the Brazilian midfielder.

England’s John Stones joins Inter Milan, says he is ‘hungry to win again’

England defender John Stones joined Serie A champion Inter Milan on Thursday, after a decade and numerous titles at Manchester City.

Son Heung-min scores two, MLS All-Stars beat LIGA MX All-Stars

Son Heung-min scored two goals in a three-minute span in the first half off assists from Carles Gil to propel the MLS All-Stars past the LIGA MX All-Stars 4-3 in Wednesday night’s Major League Soccer All-Star Game.

MLS commissioner Don Garber reflects on league’s growth and stepping down

When the World Cup first came to the United States in 1994, it spurred the creation of Major League Soccer. Now, in the wake of this summer's tournament, big changes are afoot for the league.

Italy coach Roberto Mancini apologizes three years after he left for Saudi Arabia

Roberto Mancini issued an apology in his first public comments Wednesday after being rehired to coach an Italy squad in crisis three years after he abandoned the same job for a lucrative contract with Saudi Arabia.

FIFA’s Infantino sets deadline for $20-million offer in World Cup investor plan

FIFA President Gianni Infantino set a Sept. 19 deadline on Wednesday for the 211 member federations to accept a one-off $20 million offer to each underwritten by the investment firm of Jared Kushner’s brother as part of a project to sell stakes in the World Cup.

Canada’s Crepeau, Whitecaps’ Muller win events at MLS All-Star Skills Challenge

Canadian soccer fans had plenty to cheer about Tuesday during the MLS All-Star Skills Challenge.

World Cup midfielder Berhalter transferred from Whitecaps to Middlesbrough

Man City defender Josko Gvardiol signs contract extension to 2031

Josko Gvardiol has signed a new five-year contract with Manchester City until 2031. 

Premier League to crack down on goalkeepers ‘feigning injury’

The new Premier League season is set to trial a crackdown on goalkeepers who appear to feign injury in order to disturb the flow of the game or give time for coaches to instruct players.

FIFA’s Infantino targets critics he says spread ‘hate and false rumours’ about World Cup

Report: Real Madrid signs forward Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig

Real Madrid has signed breakout forward Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig for a fee of over 100 million Euros (CAD$160 million), soccer insider Fabrizio Romano reported Sunday.

Inter Miami forward Berterame leaves game vs. Montreal in ambulance

MLS Live Tracker: DC United vs. Toronto FC

Toronto FC is looking for its first win since April as it squares off against D.C. United in an MLS Eastern Conference showdown on Saturday night. Follow the action with Sportsnet's live tracker, with kick-off at 7:30 p.m. ET / 4:30 p.m. PT.

Whitecaps midfielder Andres Cubas named to MLS all-star team

Vancouver Whitecaps defensive midfielder Andres Cubas has been named to Major League Soccer's all-star team.

Construction worker dies in accident at Barcelona’s Camp Nou stadium

Atletico Madrid signs South Korean midfielder Lee Kang-In from PSG

South Korea midfielder Lee Kang-In has agreed to join Atletico Madrid from Paris Saint-Germain, the Spanish club said Saturday.

Cape Verde keeper Vozinha joins Chile club Colo Colo

Report: Province open to selling BC Place to Whitecaps

Ravi Kahlon, B.C.’s minister for jobs and economic growth, told Postmedia's Patrick Johnston that a sale of BC Place to the MLS club is one option being considered.

Spain coach: Argentina’s conduct after World Cup final was ‘unacceptable’

Colombia backs Nestor Lorenzo with contract extension after World Cup

Néstor Lorenzo will continue as Colombia's soccer coach after the national team conceded only one goal in five games at the recent World Cup.

Arsenal defender William Saliba to be sidelined for ‘extended period’

Arsenal centre back William Saliba will avoid back surgery but faces an "extended period” in rehabilitation, the defending Premier League champions said Wednesday.

MLS Live Tracker: Toronto FC vs. New England

Follow along with our live tracker as Toronto FC plays its second game since the World Cup, taking on the Revolution in New England at Gilette Stadium on Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. ET / 4:30 p.m. PT.

Spain’s Fabian Ruiz, Gavi gifted weight in tomatoes for World Cup win

Guillermo Ochoa retires at 41, closing a 22-year career

Guillermo Ochoa — widely considered among the greatest Mexican goalkeepers in history — announced his retirement from soccer on Tuesday, bringing an end to a distinguished 22-year professional career.

Morgan Rogers ‘so excited’ after move from Aston Villa to Chelsea

Attacking midfielder Morgan Rogers completed his British transfer-record move from Aston Villa to Premier League rival Chelsea on Tuesday.

Topps to release trading card with photo of young Messi holding infant Lamine Yamal

How Argentina showed they weren’t on same level as 2022 squad

Canada holds spot in FIFA rankings after World Cup

How Spain’s Ferran Torres scored the World Cup-winning goal

France’s Mbappe wins another Golden Boot, Spain’s Rodri gets Golden Ball 

‘Unhinged game’: Sports fans react to England’s thrilling win over France

France’s Michael Olise, Kylian Mbappe break World Cup records

The French superstars, during a barnburner encounter with England in the third-place match on Saturday, broke the single-tournament assist record and the all-time goals record on the same sequence.

World Cup Live Tracker: France vs. England

World Cup final to be played on turf with mixed reviews

Players and coaches have fielded a lot of questions about the pitch in East Rutherford, New Jersey, before and after World Cup games there. Opinions have varied.

Leeds signs Bosnian defender Tarik Muharemovic

The Bosnian defender who was fouled by United States forward Folarin Balogun that sparked a World Cup controversy is moving to Premier League club Leeds.

Forge-Pacific CPL game postponed due to air quality issues

NYCFC says it wants to sign Christian Pulisic but AC Milan not interested

New York City FC would like to acquire Christian Pulisic to play in Major League Soccer, but admits AC Milan is not interested in selling the top American player.

Whitecaps vs. Fire postponed due to air quality, Lewandowski debut delayed

A stateside Bayern Munich reunion will have to wait.

‘Incredible’: Fans react to Argentina’s thrilling comeback vs. England

World Cup Live Tracker: England vs. Argentina

England and Argentina go head to head in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals on Wednesday. Live coverage begins at 3 p.m. ET / noon PT, and you can follow along with our FIFA World Cup live tracker.

Toronto FC II to play at new stadium in Barrie

Spain defeats France to reach FIFA World Cup final

World Cup Live Tracker: France vs. Spain

Follow along as France and Spain meet on Tuesday in the first World Cup semifinal, with the action beginning at 3 p.m. ET / noon PT.

France’s Mbappe ‘100 per cent ready and fit’ for semifinal against Spain

French fans let out a sigh of relief on Monday.

‘Competes like crazy’: TFC coach Fraser on Laryea’s World Cup

Police investigating death of South Africa World Cup player Jayden Adams

Police said Monday they are investigating the death of South Africa World Cup soccer player Jayden Adams, after his body was discovered this weekend at a property in the city of Cape Town.

FIFA to consider expanding World Cup to 64 teams, Infantino says

Forge into Canadian Championship semis with aggregate win over Saint-Laurent

Antoine Batisse scored in added time as Forge FC advanced to the Canadian Championship semifinals with a 2-1 win over Saint-Laurent on Sunday.

Bellingham’s brace sends England to World Cup semifinals

England scores in World Cup vs. Norway after ball appears to hit camera cable

World Cup Live Tracker: England vs. Norway

England and Norway battle for a spot in the World Cup semifinals on Saturday in Miami. Follow the action with Sportsnet's live tracker beginning at 5 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. PT.

Stones, Guehi draw in for England against Man City teammate and Norway star Haaland

‘A final before the Final’: Fans react to France, Spain semifinal

Mikel Merino stars again as Spain edges Belgium in the quarterfinals

Mikel Merino scored in the 88th minute on a rebound yielded by backup Belgium goalkeeper Senne Lammens, and Spain advanced to the World Cup semifinals with a 2-1 victory on Friday.

Belgium captain scratched late from quarterfinals after injury in warmups

World Cup Live Tracker: Spain vs. Belgium

Follow along with our live tracker as the FIFA World Cup quarterfinals continue on Friday, with Spain vs. Belgium at 3:00 p.m. ET / noon P.T. from Los Angeles Stadium.

Kylian Mbappé scores eighth World Cup goal before leaving with ‘slight’ ankle injury

World Cup Daily: France looks unstoppable

France has looked unstoppable throughout the World Cup, and that continued on Thursday when it took down Morocco in the quarterfinals.

World Cup Live Tracker: France vs. Morocco

France and Morocco face off in the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Thursday. Live coverage begins at 4 p.m. ET / 1 p.m. PT, follow along with our FIFA World Cup live tracker.

Justin Bieber joins World Cup final halftime show

Justin Bieber will bring his swag to the World Cup's star-studded, Super Bowl-style halftime show, joining fellow headliners Madonna, Shakira and BTS, FIFA announced Wednesday.

Egypt coach livid after World Cup loss to Argentina: ‘We have suffered injustice’

Lionel Messi scores eighth goal of this World Cup, takes lead in Golden Boot race

‘Vamos’: Sports world reacts to Argentina’s thrilling comeback

On a Tuesday afternoon in July, Argentina pulled off one of the greatest comebacks in sports history.

Spain knocks off Portugal with late winner, advances to World Cup quarterfinals

Integrity of World Cup questioned as FIFA defends Balogun clearance

Soccer leaders questioned the World Cup’s integrity on a chaotic and unprecedented day in the event’s modern history Monday.

Canada Soccer’s Blue on Davies being hindered at World Cup: ‘Unfortunate’

Norway stuns Brazil to reach World Cup quarterfinals for first time

World Cup Live Tracker: Brazil vs. Norway

Can Norway pull off an upset over powerhouse Brazil. Follow the FIFA World Cup live tracker with all the latest from today's match.

AP Source: White House called FIFA to review Folarin Balogun’s red card

Cristiano Ronaldo confirms 2026 FIFA World Cup will be his last

Will passion and investment in Canadian soccer remain after World Cup?

‘What a team’: Fans react to Canada’s Round of 16 loss vs. Morocco

Canada's miracle run at the men's FIFA World Cup is officially over.

Mbappe is hot for France, but game against Paraguay is set to be a scorcher

For the complainers that hydration breaks have watered down the pace of play at the World Cup, consider the steamy, sticky, downright miserable heatwave colliding with the France-Paraguay knockout game Saturday.

Egypt advances with penalty shootout win over Australia

Hossam Abdelmaguid scored the clinching goal in a shootout, and Egypt won its debut in the World Cup knockout round by beating Australia 4-2 on penalty kicks after a 1-1 draw Friday.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr to be coached by Ange Postecoglou

How a high-tech ball impacted Croatia’s ruled-out equalizer vs. Portugal

It is called connected ball technology. And it was responsible for one of the most dramatic climaxes to a World Cup match ever.

Spain’s Lamine Yamal goalless, yet is attacking threat in knockout win

Lamine Yamal is looking a lot more comfortable in his first World Cup, even if Spain's young superstar didn't score in a 3-0 knockout victory over Austria.

Oyarzabal’s goals send dominant Spain past Austria into Round of 16

Mikel Oyarzabal scored two goals and Spain beat Austria 3-0 on Thursday for its first World Cup victory in a knockout match since winning the title in 2010.

‘Why not?’: Breaking down how Canada can shock the world in Round of 16

World Cup Live Tracker: USA vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina, Round of 32

Kane sends England into Round of 16 after win against Congo DR

Harry Kane scored two second-half goals to help England rally for a 2-1 victory over Congo and a spot in the round of 16 at the World Cup on Wednesday.