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Inside the Brand Playbook: How Soccer's Growth in the U.S. Is Reshaping Consumer Marketing Strategies

Ricardo Marques, senior vice president of marketing at Michelob ULTRA, said this summer marks a major turning point when it comes to the sport's consumption in the U.S. "Soccer has been on a rocket ship," he told The Latin Times in an exclusive interview.

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Mexican Goalkeeper Memo Ochoa on The 2026 World Cup: 'It's a Goal, Not an Obsession' - EXCLUSIVE

Fresh off a record sixth Gold Cup title with the Mexican national team, Ochoa spoke to The Latin Times about what could be the final World Cup cycle of his career and how he's approaching the last chapters of his life as a professional footballer.

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Brazilian Soccer Referee Arrested for Drug Trafficking in the Middle of a Match

Ederson Carlos da Silva was arrested mid-match during an amateur soccer game in Guarujá, São Paulo.

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FIFA's Expanded Club World Cup Proves Europe Is Losing Its Edge, Realizing Gianni Infantino's Vision

Players and coaches have hailed FIFA's revamped 32-team Club World Cup for its intensity, upsets, and global reach

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The FIFA Club World Cup Is a Commercial Hit, but Players and Coaches Slam Conditions and Planning

Many players and coaches at the Club World Cup are complaining about extreme heat, poor pitch conditions, and the increasingly congested match calendar — urging FIFA to prioritize player welfare and improve the experience for both athletes and fans.

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Low Turnout at Club World Cup Highlights FIFA's Issues With Ticket Sales, Pricing and Marketing Woes

FIFA spent $50 million on marketing, increasing its original budget by millions in the final month in an effort to boost attendance.

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Marcelo Gallardo Reflects on River Plate's Club World Cup Start, Mastantuono and Squad Fitness

"We have to keep on improving," Gallardo said. "Despite getting the result today, which was the most important thing, there were some nerves around the squad. There was also a sense of obligation to win, so from that perspective, we did what we had to do."

JBalvin, DojaCat, and Tems halftime at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Music

FIFA Announces Star-Studded Halftime Show with J Balvin, Doja Cat & Tems at Club World Cup Final

For the first time, there will be a halftime musical show at a World Cup, just like the Super Bowl. J Balvin, Doja Cat, and Tems are the chosen artists.

Politics

Trump Admin 'Squandering' Economic Opportunity as Vance Jokes About Deporting World Cup Fans: 'Going to Ruin Tourism'

JD Vance noted the US would host visitors from around the world for World Cup 2026, but warned of consequences for failing to leave "when the time is up."

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Professional Soccer Player Hid Under the Bed During Home Invasion. Suspects Kidnapped His Wife and Child Instead

An Ecuadorian soccer player's wife and 5-year-old child were kidnapped during a home invasion on Wednesday after the intruders appeared to be looking for him.

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Soccer Club Forced to Apologize After Moment of Silence for Former Player Who's Still Alive Left Wife in Tears

Bulgarian soccer club mistakenly held a moment of silence for former player who is alive, prompting an apology after his wife was left in tears.

Germany v Netherlands - UEFA Nations League 2024/25 League A

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German Soccer Player's Child Bites Referee's Testicle Forcing Game to Be Canceled

A German soccer match was canceled before kickoff after a referee was bitten in the testicle by a player's child.

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Soccer Club Won't Face Penalties After Fans Spark 'Show Israel the Red Card' Movement

Celtic F.C. will not face penalties after a fan group held a banner declaring FIFA and UEFA should "Show 'Israel' The Red Card" for the country's genocidal actions in Gaza.

Celebrity

Blessd Becomes the First Colombian Reggaeton Artist to Buy a European Soccer Team

The Colombian singer has made it known that he's ready to blend music and soccer in his latest business endeavor.

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Soccer Team Fires Fascism-Loving Mascot Handler for Posting Fake Penis Pics on Social Media

The falconer, who has been with the team since the 2010-11 season, boasted about his prosthetic penis on social media and during a radio show appearance.

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Goodbye Netherlands, Hello California: What's Next for Hirving "Chucky" Lozano?

The Mexican soccer player is following in his fellow athlete Messi's footsteps in leaving European soccer for the United States.