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  • • U.S. Soccer sporting director quits for Saudi role
    Matt Crocker quit as sporting director of the U.S. Soccer Federation on Tuesday, just two months ahead of the World Cup, to take a new job in Saudi Arabia....2026
  • • Gennaro Gattuso is out as Italy's coach after team failed to qualify for World Cup
    Italy coach Gennaro Gattuso left his role by mutual consent on Friday, three days after the national team failed to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup. The Italian soccer federation announced the news in a statement thanking Gattuso “for the dedication and passion” during his nine months in charge. Italy’s chances of reaching this year’s tournament in North America ended on Tuesday after ...2026
  • • Italy soccer president resigns after Azzurri miss third straight World Cup
    Italy's soccer federation president resigned amid political pressure on Thursday, two days after the Azzurri failed to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup. Gabriele Gravina's decision will likely lead to the ouster of Italy coach Gennaro Gattuso, too. Italy Sports Minister Andrea Abodi called for a change in the country’s soccer leadership after Gravina oversaw two sets of disappointing Wo...2026
  • • Italy's soccer chief told to quit after WCup failure
    Italy's sports minister has called on the country's soccer federation (FIGC) president Gabriele Gravina to resign after the four-time world champions failed to qualify for a third successive World Cup on Tuesday....2026
  • • Yamal condemns anti-Muslim chants in Spain's game against Egypt as police open investigation
    Spain star Lamine Yamal on Wednesday condemned the anti-Muslim chants made by Spanish fans during a friendly soccer game in the latest incident to dent the nation’s sporting image. The Spanish government and the soccer federation also condemned the chants, and police said they were investigating the behavior by fans during Tuesday's game between Spain and Egypt in the city of Barcelona. Yamal, w...2026
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  • • FIFA clears Israeli settlement clubs but fines IFA
    FIFA also decided Thursday to take no action on formal complaints by the Palestinian soccer federation in 2024 against its Israeli counterpart, including to suspend membership....2026

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Soccer Federation injury and suspension

  • • Gennaro Gattuso is out as Italy's coach after team failed to qualify for World Cup
    2026
  • • FIFA clears Israeli settlement clubs but fines IFA
    2026
  • • Canada insists injured Davies got 'proper care'
    The Canadian soccer federation defended its handling of star player Alphonso Davies after Bayern Munich threatened to take legal action in the aftermath of his serious injury suffered during the Concacaf Nations League finals....2025
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  • • FIFA bans Panama FA prez for fat-shaming player
    FIFA suspended the president of Panama's soccer federation for a fat-shaming comment about a star player in the women's national team....2025
  • Is U.S. women’s soccer back? It’s too early to tell but signs point to yes
    • Is U.S. women’s soccer back? It’s too early to tell but signs point to yes
    Photo by Brad Smith/ISI Photos/USSF/Getty Images for USSF With a perfect 3-0 in Olympic play, the USWNT appeared to be on the right track under head coach Emma Hayes The United States women’s national team is the most decorated in international women’s Soccer. With four FIFA Women’s World Cup trophies, one second place and three third place finishes in the World Cup, four Olympic gold med...2024
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  • Racist taunts at Real Madrid’s Vinicíus Júnior earns 3 fans historic jail sentence
    • Racist taunts at Real Madrid’s Vinicíus Júnior earns 3 fans historic jail sentence
    Photo by Pedro Castillo/Real Madrid via Getty Images In a first for Spanish soccer, 3 Valencia supporters are facing jail time for racial abuse of a player In what is being described as a first in Spanish soccer, three Valencia supporters are facing jail time after being convicted of crime against moral integrity — aggravated by racially motivated discrimination — under Article 173.1 of Sp...2024
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  • Refs suspended after playing 42 mins added time
    • Refs suspended after playing 42 mins added time
    Bolivia's soccer federation suspended six match officials after they added 42 minutes in a top-division league match....2023
  • U.S. Soccer stands by new anthem policy requiring players to stand
    • U.S. Soccer stands by new anthem policy requiring players to stand
    Megan Rapinoe knelt for the national anthem before a match against Thailand in June. The U.S. Soccer Federation's policy requiring its players to stand during the playing of the national anthem remains in place, according to a USSF spokesperson. Earlier this year, the USSF adopted Policy 604-1, which reads "All persons representing a Federation national team shall stand respectfully duri...2017
  • • Spanish federation maintains 5-match suspension for Ronaldo
    MADRID (AP) The Spanish soccer federation has ratified its decision to suspend Cristiano Ronaldo for five matches....2017
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  • • U.S. Soccer to end youth residency program in Florida
    With Brad Guzan out of the U.S. squad, Shaka Hislop says Tim Howard is ready to get back in goal after his injury. M'Gladbach and U.S. midfielder Fabian Johnson left his side's Europa League match against Schalke after just 16 minutes due to injury. ESPN FC's Steve Nicol reviews the current USMNT squad and has difficulty finding room for new U.S. citizen, Dom Dwyer...2017
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Soccer Federation lifestyle

  • • Terim steps down as Turkey manager after restaurant fight
    ANKARA, Turkey (AP) Turkey's soccer federation says it has parted ways with national team manager Fatih Terim....2017
  • • Report: Poconos in running as new site for National Soccer Hall of Fame
    2015

Timeline

  • 2026
    "Soccer Federation announced details of the 2026 SheBelieves Cup, with Argentina, Canada and Colombia joining the United States women's national team in the competition."

  • 2025
    "Soccer Federation and MLS in the antitrust lawsuit filed against the two entities by the North American Soccer League."

  • 2024
    "Soccer Federation announced on Tuesday."

  • 2023
    "Soccer Federation, sources told ESPN."

  • 2022
    "Soccer Federation for a total of $24 million, the two sides announced on Tuesday."

  • 2021
    "Soccer Federation, the U."

  • 2020
    "US Soccer Federation president Carlos Cordeiro steps down"

  • 2019
    "Soccer Federation to have them play Venezuela at Cincinnati's Nippert Stadium, claiming the playing surface is dangerous."

  • 2018
    "Soccer Federation, sources have told ESPN FC."

  • 2017
    "Soccer Federation president, and his platform could call for major changes to Major League Soccer."

  • 2015
    "Soccer Federation president Sunil Gulati."

  • 2014
    "Soccer Federation and Major League Soccer are inextricably linked, MLS Commissioner Don Garber said Wednesday that recent critical comments made by United States head coach and technical director Jurgen Klinsmann are both damaging to the league’s reputation and “personally infuriating."

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Soccer Federation trade rumors, contract, salary rumors

  • USWNT appoints Chelsea's Hayes on record deal
    • USWNT appoints Chelsea's Hayes on record deal
    Chelsea women's manager Emma Hayes has been confirmed as the new head coach of the United States women's national team on a contract through 2027, the U.S. Soccer Federation announced on Tuesday....2023
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  • Weekend Rumblings - News for September 16, 2023
    • Weekend Rumblings - News for September 16, 2023
    Jeremy Guthrie is still broadcasting. Jeremy Guthrie and Mike Sweeney will fill in as color analysts on TV for the next two series. “I think it’s an ideal situation for them because they’ve been building up to this all season,” Lefebvre said. “They’ve done analysis on radio all season long. They’ve been on the pre and postgame show on television all year long, and they’ve been popping in and out o...2023
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  • Luis Rubiales’ gross behavior at Spain’s Women’s World Cup finale keeps getting worse
    • Luis Rubiales’ gross behavior at Spain’s Women’s World Cup finale keeps getting worse
    Photo by Oscar J. Barroso / AFP7 via Getty Images The head of Spain’s soccer federation was shockingly defiant on Friday amidst calls for his resignation On Sunday, Spain won the Women’s World Cup. However, the days since their triumph have not focused on their excellence on the pitch, but rather on disgusting behavior off it. Things reached a boiling point on Friday when Luis Rubiales, th...2023
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  • • Weston McKennie’s iconic kiss, Christian Pulisic’s brace gives USMNT inspiring win over rival Mexico
    Photo by Candice Ward/USSF/Getty Images for USSF Pulisic’s pair of goals and McKennie’s signature moment highlight the 3-0 US win over Mexico In the 23rd minute of Thursday night’s CONCACAF Nations League match between the United States Men’s National Team and Mexico, US captain Christian Pulisic collapsed to his knees before falling face-down on the playing surface at Allegiant Stadium....2023
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  • Sources: Berhalter set for USMNT contract talks
    • Sources: Berhalter set for USMNT contract talks
    USMNT manager Gregg Berhalter is set to begin discussions on a new contract with the U.S. Soccer Federation, sources have told ESPN....2022
  • • US Lacrosse Announces Partnership with Stack Sports
    MembershipPress ReleaseSPARKS, Md. — US Lacrosse has entered into a multi-year partnership with Stack Sports, a leader in youth sports services and technology. Stack Sports supports the volunteers, administrators and organizations that make sports possible with products and services to engage and grow athletes, goals also core to the US Lacrosse mission. The partnership will focus on two of Stack ...2021
  • Don Garber, Brad Friedel, Tiffeny Milbrett head U.S. Hall of Fame class
    • Don Garber, Brad Friedel, Tiffeny Milbrett head U.S. Hall of Fame class
    DeAndre Yedlin offers some words of wisdom for the youthful USMNT squad ahead of their friendly with the Republic of Ireland. United States midfielder Tyler Adams delights in reconvening with familiar faces in the USMNT fold ahead of their upcoming friendlies in Europe. Tim Weah describes the feeling of scoring his first goal for the USMNT, his first-half knock and his relationsh...2018
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  • Rocco Commisso extends deadline to U.S. Soccer for $500m NASL offer
    • Rocco Commisso extends deadline to U.S. Soccer for $500m NASL offer
    Former USMNT forward Herculez Gomez dissects New York Cosmos owner Rocco Commisso's harsh words regarding the U.S. Soccer Federation. Rocco Commisso has extended his deadline for the U.S. Soccer Federation to consider his offer to invest $500 million in a revamped North American Soccer League. Commisso told ESPN FC the new deadline is May 31, after originally giving U.S. Soccer unti...2018
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  • New York Cosmos owner offers NASL investment deal to U.S. Soccer
    • New York Cosmos owner offers NASL investment deal to U.S. Soccer
    Former USMNT forward Herculez Gomez dissects New York Cosmos owner Rocco Commisso's harsh words regarding the U.S. Soccer Federation. New York Cosmos owner Rocco Commisso has offered to inject $500 million into the North American Soccer League if he receives certain assurances from the United States Soccer Federation, according to correspondence supplied to Sports Illustrat...2018
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  • NASL contends USSF tried to 'terminate' the New York Cosmos
    • NASL contends USSF tried to 'terminate' the New York Cosmos
    Herculez Gomez explains why he doesn't think Sunil Gulati's position as president of U.S. Soccer is at risk. The North American Soccer League has filed its latest response in its ongoing antitrust lawsuit against the U.S. Soccer Federation. Included in the most recent release of documents is a declaration from New York Cosmos owner Rocco Commisso. In that declaration, Commisso disclosed ...2017

Soccer Federation stats and results

  • • Is U.S. women’s soccer back? It’s too early to tell but signs point to yes
    2024
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  • U.S. Soccer’s women ran through the Olympic group stage. We predict the rest of their run
    • U.S. Soccer’s women ran through the Olympic group stage. We predict the rest of their run
    U.S. players Lindsey Horan, Mallory Swanson and Rose Lavelle celebrate victory following the Women’s group B match against Germany. But will they be doing the same in a week’s time is the question. | Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images All eight remaining including the U.S. are ranked among the Top 10 teams in women’s world soccer This time last year, the U.S. women’s national soccer team ...2024
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  • U.S. Soccer passed on Jesse Marsch. Two years later, he’s having the last laugh
    • U.S. Soccer passed on Jesse Marsch. Two years later, he’s having the last laugh
    After a defeat of Venezuela, American coach Jesse Marsch has led Canada into the semifinals of the Copa America tournament. | Photo by Ron Jenkins/Getty Images The USSF passed on the Premier League-caliber coach in 2022. He’s about take Canada into the Copa semifinals Would the U.S. men’s national team be in the semifinals of the Copa America tournament if Jesse Marsch was manager? It’s ...2024
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  • • USWNT appoints Chelsea's Hayes on record deal
    2023
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  • • Luis Rubiales’ gross behavior at Spain’s Women’s World Cup finale keeps getting worse
    2023
  • • Weston McKennie’s iconic kiss, Christian Pulisic’s brace gives USMNT inspiring win over rival Mexico
    2023
  • • What are the implications of NASL's antitrust lawsuit against the USSF?
    The NASL's chances at survival may come down to the result of theiir lawsuit against the USSF. The NASL's lawsuit against the U.S. Soccer Federation looks set to go forward with the first hearings to take place in October. Here's a breakdown of what's at stake. What actions has the NASL taken so far? The NASL is suing the USSF on antitrust grounds. The USSF has standards...2017
  • • Orlando and Harrison, N.J., likely to host final U.S. World Cup qualifiers
    The brand-new MLS stadium in downtown Orlando could host a U.S. WC qualifier against Costa Rica in September. The U.S. Soccer Federation is closing in on agreements to host its last two home World Cup qualifiers in Orlando, Florida, and Harrison, New Jersey. The Americans would play Costa Rica in Orlando on Sept. 1 and Panama in Harrison on Oct. 6. The sites were first reported Monday by Sports Il...2017

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  • • Is U.S. women’s soccer back? It’s too early to tell but signs point to yes
    2024
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  • • U.S. Soccer passed on Jesse Marsch. Two years later, he’s having the last laugh
    2024
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  • Gregg Berhalter facing renewed pressure to keep his spot after USMNT’s dismal Copa showing
    • Gregg Berhalter facing renewed pressure to keep his spot after USMNT’s dismal Copa showing
    Photo by Hector Vivas/Getty Images What comes next for US men’s soccer after an underwhelming Copa América performance? The U.S. men’s soccer team just endured a dismal performance in Copa América. With a chance to play at least three group games at home against some top-flight competition, and with a favorable draw in the group stage, this was a chance for the USMNT to advance to the knoc...2024
  • • Luis Rubiales’ gross behavior at Spain’s Women’s World Cup finale keeps getting worse
    2023
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  • • Weston McKennie’s iconic kiss, Christian Pulisic’s brace gives USMNT inspiring win over rival Mexico
    2023
  • • US Lacrosse Announces Partnership with Stack Sports
    2021
  • • U.S. Soccer's policy requiring players stand for national anthem still in place
    Megan Rapinoe knelt for the national anthem before a match against Thailand in June. The U.S. Soccer Federation's policy requiring its players to stand during the playing of the national anthem remains in place, according to a USSF spokesperson. The practice of kneeling for the national anthem, started last year by NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick to protest racial inequality as well as polic...2017
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  • • MLS, US Soccer sign partnership with Johnson & Johnson Family of Consumer Companies
    2015

Top Soccer Federation news

  • MLS approved for 14% of U.S. Soccer presidential vote - sources
    • MLS approved for 14% of U.S. Soccer presidential vote - sources
    U.S. Soccer presidential candidate Michael Winograd explains his five-point plan to overhaul youth development and make the USMNT competitive globally. ESPN FC's Adrian Healey sits down with Michael Winograd to discuss his U.S. Soccer presidential candidacy. Major League Soccer's delegates will account for 14 percent of the overall vote in the upcoming election for the president...2018
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  • USWNT, USSF settles equal pay suit for $24m
    • USWNT, USSF settles equal pay suit for $24m
    The USWNT has settled its class action lawsuit against the U.S. Soccer Federation for a total of $24 million, the two sides announced on Tuesday....2022
  • USWNT, MNT get equal WC money in new CBAs
    • USWNT, MNT get equal WC money in new CBAs
    The unions for the USWNT and USMNT have ratified new CBAs with the U.S. Soccer Federation that include an equal split of World Cup bonuses....2022
  • • Gedion Zelalem cleared by FIFA to represent US national team, added to US U-20 World Cup roster
    2015
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  • • Sources: Berhalter set for USMNT contract talks
    2022
  • • Carlos Cordeiro elected new president of US Soccer Federation
    2018
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  • • US Soccer President Sunil Gulati releases statement following resignation of FIFA President Sepp Blatter
    2015
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  • Eric Wynalda to stand for U.S. Soccer presidency, eyes changes to MLS
    • Eric Wynalda to stand for U.S. Soccer presidency, eyes changes to MLS
    The FC panel share their thoughts on Landon Donovan's potential bid to challenge Sunil Gulati for the U.S. Soccer presidency. The FC pundits share their thoughts and experiences with coaches in the U.S. youth system and how it has contributed to the national team's World Cup failure. Sebastian Salazar and Herculez Gomez debate whether U.S. players need to be held respon...2017
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Soccer Federation schedule, game

  • • Gennaro Gattuso is out as Italy's coach after team failed to qualify for World Cup
    2026
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  • • Iraq facing World Cup playoff difficulties as Iran war closes embassies and airspace
    Iraq’s hopes of World Cup qualification are being impacted by the Iran war because players cannot get visas for the playoff tournament in Mexico and the team's coach is stranded in the United Arab Emirates. “Because of airspace closures, our head coach, Graham Arnold, is unable to leave the United Arab Emirates,” the Iraqi soccer federation said in a statement on Instagram on Wednesday. “In addi...2026
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  • • Portuguese soccer federation monitoring situation in Mexico ahead of friendly in March
    The Portuguese soccer federation said Tuesday it was monitoring the situation in Mexico amid a surge in violence ahead of its friendly against the Mexican national team in March. The federation said it was "closely monitoring the delicate situation currently unfolding in Mexico” following the killing of the country’s most powerful drug lord by the Mexican army on Sunday. The World Cup warmup mat...2026
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  • • USMNT schedules January friendly with Venezuela
    The United States men will face Venezuela in a friendly on Jan. 18 in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, the U.S. Soccer Federation announced Monday evening....2024
  • • Is U.S. women’s soccer back? It’s too early to tell but signs point to yes
    2024
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  • Five things about Lindsay Horan, Captain America of U.S. Soccer’s Olympic team
    • Five things about Lindsay Horan, Captain America of U.S. Soccer’s Olympic team
    Lindsay Horan is quietly captaining the U.S. national team into gold medal contention after a pair of impressive wins. | Photo by John Todd/ISI/Getty Images Horan’s path to wearing the armband at these Summer Games is dually unique and inspiring She’s Captain America, the U.S.’ leader of an Olympic race to gold and one of the most dominant players in the middle of the pitch. It would be ...2024
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  • Argentina women at odds over players quitting
    • Argentina women at odds over players quitting
    Players on Argentina's women's squad on Wednesday said they understood why four teammates quit amid a dispute with the national soccer federation over pay and conditions, but insisted they'll seek improvements by working from within....2024
  • • Weekend Rumblings - News for September 16, 2023
    2023
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  • U.S. Soccer to build training center, HQ in Atlanta
    • U.S. Soccer to build training center, HQ in Atlanta
    The U.S. Soccer Federation announced Friday it is planning to build a national training center in Atlanta with financial support from Arthur Blank....2023
  • Royals Rumblings - News for August 28, 2023
    • Royals Rumblings - News for August 28, 2023
    Photo by Alika Jenner/Getty Images Has Seattle stopped hitting hitting home runs yet? Alec Marsh was happy to get the ball on Sunday. “I was excited,” Marsh said of his start. “I feel like whatever role they give me, it is what it is — I just want to get the ball. I would love to continue to start. I’ve got to continue to earn that right.” He has added a sinker to his arsenal. “If there’s...2023
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Soccer Federation rumors, scandals

  • • Court upholds Rubiales sexual assault conviction
    Spain's High Court on Wednesday upheld a verdict that found former soccer federation president Luis Rubiales guilty of sexual assault for an unsolicited kiss on the lips of national team player Jenni Hermoso at the 2023 World Cup in Sydney....2025
  • • Rubiales set to testify in sexual assault trial
    Former Spanish soccer federation president Luis Rubiales, accused of trying to downplay a kiss on Jenni Hermoso, is set to testify before a judge on Tuesday....2025
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  • • U.S. Soccer’s women ran through the Olympic group stage. We predict the rest of their run
    2024
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  • • Gregg Berhalter facing renewed pressure to keep his spot after USMNT’s dismal Copa showing
    2024
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  • • Racist taunts at Real Madrid’s Vinicíus Júnior earns 3 fans historic jail sentence
    2024
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  • • Luis Rubiales’ gross behavior at Spain’s Women’s World Cup finale keeps getting worse
    2023
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  • • The USWNT beefed for three decades to get fair pay, better conditions, and the respect they deserve
    This beef was more contentious than delicious What makes the USWNT’s fight for equal pay “beef” instead of just a labor dispute? Was it when Mia Hamm threatened to retire in 1999 because the head honchos wouldn’t let the team go on a victory tour? Little bit. Was it when one of the guys cutting their checks essentially said he was proud of being a chauvinist? Yep, uh huh. It was also beef when U....2023
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  • FIFA loses appeal over lifting Haiti official's ban
    • FIFA loses appeal over lifting Haiti official's ban
    Swiss federal judges dismissed FIFA's appeal against a ruling that overturned its life ban for the former president of Haiti's soccer federation for alleged sexual abuse of women's national team players....2023
  • • US Soccer President Sunil Gulati releases statement following resignation of FIFA President Sepp Blatter
    2015
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  • • US Soccer officials deny reports that USMNT will meet Australia in pre-Gold Cup friendly on July 3
    2015
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