Galaxy’s Riqui Puig to miss 2026 season after 2nd knee surgery
The midfielder, who missed the 2025 season with a torn ACL, suffered a setback on...
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Galaxy’s Riqui Puig to undergo knee surgery after setback
The midfielder, whose torn ACL in the 2024 playoffs cost him the 2025 season, will...
LAFC acquires Jacob Shaffelburg in trade with Nashville
The 26-year-old winger made his Canadian men’s national team debut in 2020 and could play...
Swanson: Angel City’s Savy King imagines ‘a nation of life-savers’
After getting life-saving CPR during a match at BMO Stadium this year, the Agoura High...
Angel City FC defender Sara Doorsoun returns to Eintracht Frankfurt
After Doorsoun joined the NWSL club in July, her contract is mutually terminated with Angel...
In 2025, Trump told FIFA, Olympics and NCAA to get in line. For the most part, they complied
The U.S. president took unprecedented steps to bend sports to his own worldview.
Galaxy acquire defender Jakob Glesnes in trade with Philadelphia
Glesnes, 31, was the runner-up in the 2025 MLS Defender of the Year voting and...
FIFA slashes price of some World Cup tickets to $60 after global fan backlash
Fans worldwide reacted with shock and anger last week on seeing FIFA’s ticketing plans.
New LAFC coach Marc Dos Santos is confident he can deliver
Since the club entered MLS in 2018, no team has won more games, scored more...
FIFA accused of ‘monumental betrayal’ over latest World Cup ticket prices
Group-stage prices are very different from FIFA’s claims of $60 tickets being available.
Egypt and Iran complain about planned World Cup ‘Pride’ match in Seattle
Leaders in the nation’s soccer federations publicly rebuked the idea of playing the match June...
Galaxy, LAFC will begin 2026 in CONCACAF Champions Cup
The Galaxy will face Panamanian club Sporting San Miguelito and LAFC will take on Honduran...
World Cup to include 3-minute hydration breaks in each half of all games, not only in hot weather
Heat has long been an issue at major soccer tournaments.
SoFi Stadium will host 8 FIFA World Cup matches in 2026
Starting with USA vs. Paraguay on June 12, eight countries will play over 13 days...
Lionel Messi leads Inter Miami past Vancouver for 1st MLS Cup
The Argentine superstar, who arrived in MLS in 2023, adds to his brilliant legacy –...
World Cup final will be an afternoon match at MetLife Stadium, allowing prime-time viewing in Europe
The tournament will feature 104 matches starting June 11.
Tyler Adams sets bold goal of farthest US World Cup advancement
The U.S. learned its World Cup path on Friday.
MLS Cup final: Lionel Messi chases another trophy as Inter Miami meets Vancouver
Miami and Messi, who has won a record 46 championships for club and country, will...
Music, comedy and a whole lot of Trump. And then finally, an actual World Cup draw
Casual fans who tuned in out of curiosity learned that FIFA doesn’t really do understatement.
Everyone is in the toughest World Cup group. Just ask the coaches
Everyone got thrown into the “Group of Death,” in soccer parlance.
Iran to play at least one World Cup game on U.S. soil
Iran’s participation in the tournament has already presented diplomatic challenges.
World Cup draw could hardly have gone better for US
It would be a major disappointment if the USMNT failed to advance from this group.
LAFC promoting Marc Dos Santos to head coach
The 48-year-old Black & Gold assistant coach and former Vancouver Whitecaps manager will succeed the...
United States kicks off FIFA World Cup against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium
The US men's soccer team will open June 12, face Australia on June 19 in...
Photos of the FIFA World Cup draw for the 2026 soccer tournament
The World Cup draw determines where teams will play at next year's soccer tournament.
FIFA gives Trump a peace prize in a departure from its traditional focus on sport
It comes after Trump had openly campaigned for the Nobel Peace Prize.
Argentina and Messi will open their World Cup defense against Algeria. The US starts vs. Paraguay
See all 12 groups for the 2026 World Cup.
A supersized World Cup field begins taking shape at Friday’s draw
In a new twist, the top four teams in the rankings will avoid each other...
How to watch the 2026 World Cup draw
Friday's festivities offer plenty of viewing options in English and Spanish.
LAFC keeps goalkeeper Hugo Lloris with 1-year extension
The Black & Gold’s all-time leader in MLS regular-season wins, shutouts and games played in...
FIFA considered Vegas for World Cup draw but logistical issues helped send it to Washington instead
Two major events made it difficult for the city to host the draw.
Trump’s immigration message is colliding with his welcome to World Cup fans
Critics say Trump's immigration message undercuts the World Cup's message of unity.
The World Cup draw is usually a spectacle. This time, FIFA hopes bigger is better
The draw will be hosted by Heidi Klum, Kevin Hart and Danny Ramirez.
World Cup draw explained: Everything you need to know about the big event
Friday's draw will set the stage for the 48 teams competing in next summer's World...
Four LA area stadiums among those proposed as possible sites for 2031 Women’s World Cup
Proposal Friday includes possible matches at SoFi Stadium, the Rose Bowl, Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum...
Iran boycotting World Cup draw citing visa restrictions for soccer officials
The draw for the 2026 World Cup will take place on Dec. 5 in Washington.
LAFC has strong core in place as it enters post-Cherundolo era
The Western Conference semifinal loss in Vancouver was a frustrating finish to 2025, but even...
LAFC’s season ends with PK shootout loss to Vancouver
Son Heung-Min’s late equalizer forces extra time, but Vancouver wins the Western Conference semifinal match...
Rose Lavelle’s goal leads Gotham over Spirit for NWSL championship
Gotham FC beats Washington 1-0 to win their second league championship.
Will LAFC, Whitecaps put on a show in Western Conference semifinal?
With game-changing global stars on both rosters, the familiar opponents will square off for the...
LAFC opens 2026 MLS season hosting Messi and Inter Miami CF at the Coliseum
The Feb. 21 opener is set for the 77,500-seat L.A. landmark; two 'El Trafico' games...
USWNT to kick off 2026 with exhibition at Dignity Health Sports Park
The Americans will hold camp in Carson from Jan. 17-27 before playing Paraguay on Jan....
World Cup 2026: What to know about the playoffs for next year’s tournament
The UEFA playoffs will consist of 16 teams, while FIFA’s intercontinental playoffs feature six nations.
LAFC’s Steve Cherundolo going out on top and on his terms
In his final season, the coach takes pride in having created “internally a growth and...
Angel City FC signs Hina Sugita to 3-year extension
The midfielder, acquired in a trade with the Portland Thorns in September, will stay with...
President Donald Trump unveils ‘FIFA Pass’ to help World Cup travelers get their visas faster
It will allow those who have purchased World Cup tickets through FIFA to get expedited...
Galaxy, Club America earn rainy draw in friendly
Christian Ramirez and Gabriel Pec score first half goals for the Galaxy. The game was...
LAFC has no choice but get defensive before its conference semifinal
The Black & Gold, with most of their attackers with their national teams, get time...
Galaxy closes season with exhibition match against Club America
After a difficult regular season and their MLS Cup reign ended, the Galaxy remained in...
MLS announces major switch to competition calendar
After the 2026 season, MLS will play a short “transition season,” followed by the 2027-28...
Orange County Soccer Club defeats Sacramento Republic in penalty kicks to advance in USL playoffs
Orange County Soccer Club advances to Western Conference semifinals.
Miyabi Moriya scores 1st NWSL goal, but Angel City falls to Red Stars in season finale
Christen Press and Ali Riley make farewell appearances as Angel City closes 2025 campaign with...
LAFC’s Denis Bouanga scores twice to lift club over Austin FC in 1st round of MLS Cup playoffs
Son Heung-Min adds a goal and an assist in a 4-1 win. Bouanga's goal makes...
LAFC looks to finish Austin FC in first round of MLS playoffs
The Black & Gold hope to win Sunday's Game 2 in Texas and advance to...
Angel City FC wraps up challenging season in Chicago
Angel City FC will miss the playoffs for the third year in its brief four-year...
Can Trump move the Olympics out of LA?
The answer is no, but the president still has plenty of leverage over the LA...
LAFC sneaks past Austin FC in MLS first-round playoff opener
Nathan Ordaz’s goal in the 79th minute helps secure a 2-1 Game 1 victory at...
Can LAFC break through against Austin FC in playoff opener?
Austin, which shut out LAFC twice this year, presents a sturdy challenge in Game 1...
LAFC signs Ryan Hollingshead to contract extension
The defender and former UCLA captain, who has been with the Black & Gold since...
Angel City FC honors Christen Press, Ali Riley after loss to Thorns
Press and Riley joined the club ahead of its first season in 2022, and they're...
LAFC earns draw with Rapids in regular-season finale
Son Heung-Min scores in the 42nd minute in LAFC's 2-2 draw with Colorado.
Galaxy wrap disappointing season with win over Minnesota United FC
Matheus Nascimento and Joseph Paintsil score as the Galaxy hold on with 2-1 win in...
Angel City FC prepares for emotional farewells to Ali Riley and Christen Press
The L.A. natives, retiring at the end of the season, will be honored at the...
LAFC eyes playoff seeding in regular-season finale at Colorado
With their six-game winning streak snapped, the Black & Gold can finish anywhere from second...
Galaxy’s woeful MLS Cup reign coming to an end
In hosting Minnesota United FC on Saturday, the defending league champs will close their 2025...
What to know about President Trump’s threat to take World Cup matches from Boston
President Donald Trump has threatened to relocate World Cup matches set to be played next...
Trump warns of relocating Olympics from LA, World Cup from Boston
“If I thought LA was not going to be prepared properly, I would move it...
Angel City FC’s Christen Press announces retirement
The 36-year-old star forward and Chadwick High alum, who was Angel City’s first player signed,...
Trump threatens to yank World Cup games from Boston though it’s up to FIFA to choose sites
The city is set to host seven matches.
Snipers on stadium roof but no major incidents as Italy beats Israel in World Cup qualifier
The sound of helicopters surveilling the city has filled the air since the morning.
LAFC’s 6-game win streak snapped by Austin FC
LAFC is shut out, 1-0, in a loss without Denis Bouanga and Son Heung-Min. MLS...
Angel City FC keeps playoff hopes alive with win over Houston Dash
Kennedy Fuller scores in the 53rd minute, and Maiara Niehues scores in the 86th minute,...
Gabriel Pec’s late goal propels Galaxy to win over FC Dallas
With a man advantage, Galaxy put away FC Dallas on Pec's winner in the 87th...
LAFC focuses on details to extend 6-game winning streak
After their third consecutive shutout victory, the red-hot Black & Gold head to Austin for...
Angel City FC facing must-win game against Houston
Angel City's playoff chances are becoming slim, but a victory Sunday against the Dash at...
Galaxy and FC Dallas meet for 2nd consecutive weekend
Dallas defeated the Galaxy 2-1 last week in Texas and Saturday, the Galaxy will look...
Short-handed LAFC shuts out Toronto for 6th straight win
Playing without Denis Bouanga and Son Heung-min, LAFC gets goals from Jeremy Ebobisse and Frankie...
LAFC looks to keep surging up the standings
LAFC can move into third place in the Western Conference if it beats Toronto FC...
Angel City FC falls to Kansas City on 2nd-half goal
Angel City holds the NWSL’s top team without a shot in the first half, but...
Denis Bouanga’s late goal leads LAFC to 5th straight win
Bouanga scores his 24th goal of the season in a 1-0 victory over Atlanta United...
Angel City’s inaugural captain Ali Riley set to retire at end of season
Angel City defender Ali Riley will call an end to her career after this season
Galaxy give up early lead in loss to FC Dallas
Diego Fagúndez puts the Galaxy ahead early, but defensive lapses lead to 2-1 defeat as...
LAFC hosts Atlanta looking to continue late surge
Led by Denis Bouanga and Son Heung-min, the Black & Gold are coming off a...
Galaxy facing crucial offseason as season winds down
Here’s a look at the roster for the last-place Galaxy, long eliminated from postseason contention...
Toluca scores 2 late goals to defeat Galaxy in Campeones Cup
Toluca scores an equalizer in the 88th minute, and the game-winning goal in the fourth...
Galaxy hope Campeones Cup trophy can be positive part of ‘lost’ season
The last-place Galaxy will represent MLS as its reigning champions when they host Toluca, winners...
Joseph Paintsil notches hat trick in Galaxy’s win over Sporting KC
The forward scores in the fourth, 25th and 43rd minutes. Assistant coach Dan Calichman fills...
LAFC tops St. Louis City, earns 4th straight win
The club gets two goals from Son Heung-Min and another from Denis Bouanga, who scores...
Angel City FC falls to Racing Louisville on late goal
The club allows Sarah Weber’s goal in the 66th minute, finishing with two shots on...
LAFC back on the road looking to extend unbeaten streak
Spurred by Denis Bouanga and Son Heung-min, the Black & Gold, who haven’t lost in...
Angel City FC has goalkeeper depth with Angelina Anderson’s return
Coach Alex Straus says he’s not worried about the position with Anderson, who has played...
Galaxy’s Harbor Miller taking advantage of opportunity
The 18-year-old defender went from making his MLS debut to securing more playing time as...
Galaxy coach Greg Vanney suspended for Sporting Kansas City game
Longtime assistant Dan Calichman will take over Saturday due to the head coach’s yellow-card accumulation.
Cobi Jones named World Cup’s community ambassador in Los Angeles
The Los Angeles native played in the 1994, 1998 and 2002 World Cup and spent...
Denis Bouanga’s hat trick leads LAFC past Real Salt Lake
Denis Bouanga scores three goals in a 4-1 win as LAFC becomes the first MLS...
Galaxy eliminated from playoff contention with loss to FC Cincinnati
FC Cincinnati scores twice in the first 25 minutes and holds on for a 3-2...
Bouanga and Son are quickly becoming LAFC’s dynamic duo
The Black & Gold, who host Real Salt Lake on Sunday, are setting new standards...
Galaxy’s Novak Mićović navigating his 1st season starting in goal
The 23-year-old has shown promise during a trying season, but there are improvements to be...
Angel City FC settles for draw against Washington
Angel City had a lead going into the 70th minute, but the Spirit’s Croix Bethune...
Son Heung-min gets hat trick, Denis Bouanga sets LAFC record in road win
The Korean star, who joined LAFC a month ago, scores twice in the first half...