Soccer

Time to go home: Iran's World Cup dream ends after Austria's last-gasp equalizer sends them out

Uncertainty over visas and Iran's conflict with the US meant the team had to commute from their tournament base in co-host Mexico to the United States for their three group games.

Iran's Shoja Khalilzadeh scores a goal past Egypt's Mostafa Shoubir that was later disallowed, June 26, 2026.
Alex Baena #15 of Spain celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match between Uruguay and Spain at Guadalajara Stadium on June 26, 2026; Illustrative.

US seizes nearly 400 websites that were illegally streaming World Cup, DOJ says

CLOSE, PERSONAL friend: Famous Dutch footballer Johan Cruyff, inside Amsterdam’s Ajax Arena Stadium.

During the 2026 FIFA World Cup, remember: Jewish players need serious rabbinical advice - opinion

FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group H - Uruguay v Cape Verde - Fans gather in Praia - Praia, Cape Verde - June 21, 2026 Cape Verde fans pose for a photograph during the match screening

Cape Verde, the FIFA World Cup 2026 underdog with unexpected Moroccan Jewish roots


Milei clashes with Argentina's soccer boss over corruption scandals weeks before World Cup

The latest scandal came to light on Tuesday, when an Argentine lawmaker filed a complaint against AFA's Director Claudio Tapia for allegedly selling complimentary World Cup tickets.

Argentina's President Javier Milei sings the national anthem alongside members of cabinet outside the Buenos Aires Cabildo on the day of the traditional Te Deum to commemorate the 216th anniversary of the May Revolution, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, May 25, 2026.

Some 800 people arrested, one dead, after riotous Paris celebrations post-PSG's soccer trophy win

According to the Paris prosecutor's office, a 24-year-old man died during a motorcycle accident on the Boulevard Périphérique, while 780 people were arrested during celebrations.

General view of the Eiffel Tower as Paris St Germain fans celebrate after winning the UEFA Champions League.

PSG beat Arsenal, become Champions League winners for second time

The soccer match was played in Hungary's Puskas Arena, in Budapest, with goals scored by Arsenal's Kai Havertz and PSG's Ousmane Dembele.

Paris St Germain's Ousmane Dembele celebrates scoring their first goal.

Mid-season hire Kenny Miller seizes his moment, delivers trophy, and stability to Maccabi Tel Aviv

Kenny Miller capped a whirlwind spell at Maccabi Tel Aviv by guiding the yellow-and-blue to its 25th State Cup title. His future with the club remains uncertain despite success.

After taking over just a month ago, Kenny Miller guided Maccabi Tel Aviv to the State Cup title in his first stint as a head coach

Maccabi Tel Aviv denies Beersheba double at soccer cup final

Thrilling soccer State Cup final at Teddy Stadium sees Maccabi Tel Aviv yellow-and-blue’s 25th triumph, 2-1 rally over Hapoel Beersheba Reds

MACCABI TEL AVIV players celebrate with the trophy following their 2-1 comeback win over Hapoel Beersheba in the State Cup final at Teddy Stadium.

Iran moves World Cup training base from US to Mexico amid security concerns

FIFA published the final list of team base camp locations Monday, with Iran now setting up shop at Centro Xoloitzcuintle in Tijuana.

Soccer Football - World Cup - AFC Qualifiers - Third Round - Group A - Iran v United Arab Emirates - Azadi Sports Complex, Tehran, Iran - March 20, 2025.

Beersheba revels in edging Beitar for league title; mission not done

The reality was simple: if you want to be champions, you have to beat the champions, and Beitar managed only two points against Beersheba all year.

HAPOEL BEERSHEBA celebrates securing the Israel Premier League title after edging Beitar Jerusalem in a season-long championship battle that came down to the final week.

Iran moves World Cup training camp from Arizona to Mexico amid visa, security concerns

Iran has faced uncertainty for months over travel and security arrangements for the World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

A member of Iran's coaching staff instructs players during a training session at their base camp in Antalya on May 19, 2026. Iran's national football team arrived in Turkey on May 19, 2026 for a training camp and to complete visa applications ahead of the 2026 World Cup, AFP correspondents said.

Former Israeli national soccer captain Bibars Natcho retires from the sport

Israeli soccer legend and former national team captain Bibars Natcho announces retirement, saying "My journey has come to an end."

A wonderful career. Bibars photographed wearing the Israeli national team uniform

Hapoel Beersheba captures Israeli soccer league championship over Beitar Jerusalem

Next up for Beersheba is its final game of the league season on Saturday night, when it hosts Maccabi Haifa, followed by a State Cup final clash against the same Maccabi Tel Aviv.

Hapoel Beersheba celebrating the championship.