Rugby football
Rugby icon Bryan Habana will join an array of footballing legends, including Leonardo Bonucci, Nemanja Vidic, and Edwin van der Sar, for UNICEF's Soccer Aid charity match at Old Trafford in Manchester this weekend. The 42-year-old Springboks legend will be the only rugby player on the pitch and
Charities
Soccer Aid, the annual charity football match, returns to Manchester United's Old Trafford this Sunday with a star-studded lineup, including Paddy McGuinness, Harry Redknapp, and Wayne Rooney. As the seasoned 'stalwart' of the home side, Paddy shares his experiences and insights on the game, its preparation,
Soccer players
Khaby Lame, the world's most-followed personality, has returned to Brazil after being detained by immigration agents in the US. According to local authorities, Lame is staying with AC Milan player Emerson Royal, and has been enjoying time with local fans. Lame was detained on June 6 for allegedly
Soccer players
Sam Thompson and Louis Tomlinson are gearing up to play for England in this year's Soccer Aid for UNICEF, but the real prize is the £106 million raised for the charity since singer Robbie Williams created the event in 2006. The match will feature Wayne Rooney, Gary Neville,
Soccer players
Younger players in soccer academies face significant disadvantages due to biases in selection and assessment methods. Research conducted by a team from the University of Queensland has found that selection methods often favor older players, even if they are not necessarily more talented. This bias can be addressed by using
Soccer players
Mary Earps, England's goalkeeper, has announced her immediate retirement from international football, leaving the country in shock. Earps's decision comes after discussions with head coach Sarina Wiegman, with the exact reasons for her retirement differing in reports. Mary Earps made the announcement on Tuesday, stating that
Soccer players
Jen Hodny's daughters, Taylor and Reagan, are blazing a trail in local women's soccer, following in their mother's footsteps as a powerhouse player and coach. The freshman twins have led their team, Grand Forks Red River, to an unbeaten record of 12-0-2, with Taylor
Soccer players
The Year 7 under 12s team from Ribblesdale High School in Clitheroe has achieved an unprecedented feat by winning the English Schools' National Cup, the most prestigious school football competition in England. The team, comprising students from Clitheroe, competed against over 500 schools across nine intense rounds, showcasing their
Soccer players
New research from the Centre for Sport Science and University Sports in Austria reveals that the biological developmental stage of underage athletes significantly impacts their athletic performance. A study focused on 98 male players in the U13 to U18 age groups of a first-division Austrian soccer club found that biologically
Soccer players
Australian soccer player Peta Trimis has made another significant achievement in her career. The talented forward, who recently turned 19, has been selected as a 2025 Future Matildas program scholarship holder. Trimis's selection came after she scored in a penalty shootout for the Central Coast Mariners women'
Soccer players
Savy King, the 20-year-old defender of Angel City FC, has expressed her gratitude to the medical team for saving her life after a recent on-field collapse during a match against the Utah Royals on May 9. King collapsed in the 74th minute of the game, which led to a 16-minute
Manchester United Football Club
Manchester United's famous alumni will join the Via ++t Nam-UK Football Festival to celebrate 52 years of diplomatic ties between the two nations. The festival, organized by America and Asia Connect, will take place next month in two cities, featuring a celebrity football match, special entertainment, and cultural
