Patriots quarterback Drake Maye stood behind his coach and said he doesn't think Mike Vrabel's off-field issues will be a distraction this season.
Iran's World Cup progression is overshadowed by political disputes, including accusations of ties to Iran's Revolutionary Guard and fan detentions. Protests outside the stadium were smaller than previous games, but tensions remain high.
A youth soccer club in Paterson, NJ, named Palestino Soccer Academy, provides an emotional outlet for young Palestinian-Americans and others. Founded to address the impact of the Gaza conflict, the team uses soccer to cope with trauma and loss, inspired by players like Lamine Yamal who show solidarity with Palestine.
The US men's national soccer team secured a 2-0 victory over Australia, advancing to the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup. Despite the absence of star player Christian Pulisic due to a calf injury, the team secured the win with an own goal from Australia and a header from Alex Freeman.
U.S. star Christian Pulisic will miss Friday's World Cup match against Australia due to a calf injury. Coach Mauricio Pochettino announced the absence, replacing Pulisic with Ricardo Pepi in the starting lineup. Pulisic sustained the injury during a training session.
The U.S. men's national soccer team's crucial match against Australia depends on star Christian Pulisic's left calf injury. Pulisic, who exited the last game at halftime, is undergoing individual training. His availability will significantly impact the team's seeding for the knockout stage.
Mexico secured a 1-0 victory over South Korea, thanks to a defensive blunder, to become the first team to reach the knockout stage of the World Cup. Luis Romo scored the decisive goal in the 50th minute. The win sparked widespread celebrations across Mexico.
