Bay FC adds former Florida State star to help bolster defensive line
Heather Gilchrist signs with Bay FC weeks after helping the Seminoles defeat Stanford in the...
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MLS SuperDraft: San Jose Earthquakes trade first-round pick for allocation money
All-American defender Jack Jasinski of Princeton was the Earthquakes’ second-round pick.
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.
2026 World Cup: Bay Area ticket prices currently among the ‘lowest’ in the tournament
World Cup tickets for Bay Area matches will cost between $140 and $450 for the...
FIFA accused of ‘monumental betrayal’ over latest World Cup ticket prices
FIFA launched its third phase of widespread ticket sales Thursday, with fans now able to...
Bay FC begins ‘next phase’ with introduction of new coach Emma Coates
The NWSL club is seeking a fresh start after a turbulent second season that resulted...
FIFA peace prize for Trump draws ethics complaints about president Infantino
FIFA has not specified how Infantino created the peace prize last month though people familiar...
How to watch Real Madrid vs Manchester City in the Champions League
Real Madrid takes on Manchester City in a Champions League battle on Wednesday, Dec. 10,...
Stanford women shut out in College Cup final loss to Florida State
The Seminoles scored with three minutes left to win their third title in five years...
Messi and Inter Miami have completed their journey. They win the MLS Cup, topping Vancouver 3-1
Inter Miami wins its first MLS Cup championship 2 1/2 years after the legendary Messi...
Levi’s Stadium World Cup matchups, including times, announced by FIFA
Jordan, Paraguay will each play two matches in Santa Clara next summer. FIFA sends defending...
Tyler Adams sets bold goal of farthest US World Cup advancement
The U.S. learned its World Cup path on Friday.
Bay Area soccer stars ring in ‘favorable’ World Cup draw for U.S.
Brandi Chastain, Chris Wondolowski among those on hand in SF to take in 2026 World...
Kurtenbach: It looks like the Bay Area drew the World Cup short straw
Levi's Stadium's projected game schedule is a who's who of "who?"
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.
Who is coming to Levi’s Stadium for World Cup 2026? We have a pretty clear picture
Santa Clara will host five group-stage games and a knockout round game in the Round...
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.
2026 World Cup: Paraguay, Switzerland, Qatar to play in the Bay Area. Maybe Argentina?
The 2026 World Cup draw will define the team makeup for each of the 12...
Does the World Cup have a Trump problem in the Bay Area?
The Bay Area is set to host six 2026 World Cup matches as President Trump...
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...
Trump to prioritize US visas for fans visiting for World Cup, Olympics, other events
It is the latest effort by President Donald Trump’s administration to crack down on migrants...
Bay FC hires new manager Coates, citing developmental work for England
The club emphasized Coates' work in "individual player growth, culture building and modern, possession-based football."
FAQ: What we will — and won’t — learn from Friday’s World Cup draw
World Cup 2026 group stage pairings will be announced Friday, but Bay Area fans will...
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.
Messi’s Inter Miami advances to MLS Cup final with 5-1 win over NYCFC in East final
It’ll be the first MLS final appearance for Inter Miami, which had never made it...
How to watch Chelsea vs. Arsenal
Chelsea battles Arsenal in Premier League action at Stamford Bridge in London on Sunday, Nov....
14 US stadiums proposed for 2031 Women’s World Cup; Levi’s and Oracle Park listed as possibilities
The United States Soccer Federation proposed 14 American sites among 20 possible venues to host...
Iran boycotting World Cup draw citing visa restrictions for soccer officials
The draw for the 2026 World Cup, including games at Santa Clara's Levi's Stadium, will...
How to watch Arsenal vs Bayern in the Champions League
Arsenal takes on Bayern Munich in a Champions League battle on Wednesday, Nov. 26, at...
‘Really good vibes, no notes’: MVP Rose Lavelle praises NWSL championship setup in San Jose
Gotham FC and the Washington Spirit had strong reviews for the Bay Area's effort as...
Cal’s Metayer helps lead Washington Spirit into NWSL championship game at PayPal Park
The former Cal player wasn't drafted, but has helped return the Washington Spirit to the...
NWSL commissioner on Saturday’s championship game in San Jose, Bay FC’s success – and bright future
Commissioner Jessica Berman expects a sellout for Saturday's NWSL championship game at PayPal Park, the...
Four things to know about the Earthquakes’ 2026 schedule
The Quakes just missed out on the playoffs in 2025, their first season under manager...
‘We’ve made a statement’: Brandi Chastain on Bay FC’s Year 3 aspirations, hosting NWSL championship
Bay FC's co-founder dished on the NWSL championship coming to San Jose and the future...
World Cup 2026: What to know about the playoffs for next year’s tournament
The final six places for the 2026 World Cup will be determined by two playoff...
Curaçao makes history as smallest nation by population to qualify for a World Cup
Curaçao salvaged a 0-0 draw with Jamaica on Tuesday to become the smallest nation by...
Spain, Belgium, Switzerland, Scotland and Austria secure automatic World Cup spots in Europe
European qualifying for the 2026 World Cup finished Tuesday with Spain, Belgium, Switzerland, Scotland and...
Germany and Netherlands reach the World Cup after big wins in final qualifiers
The Germans will be competing on soccer’s biggest stage for the 21st time in 23...
President Donald Trump unveils ‘FIFA Pass’ to help World Cup travelers get their visas faster
The Trump administration is announcing a new initiative for foreigners traveling to the U.S. for...
Cristiano Ronaldo set for record 6th World Cup, Erling Haaland and Norway qualify
Italy risks missing out on sport's biggest global event for the third straight edition.
Croatia qualifies for World Cup by beating Faroe Islands and Netherlands move closer
Croatia secured a place at next year's World Cup with a 3-1 win that ended...
2026 World Cup: List of national teams ready for Dec. 5 group draw
World Cup co-hosts the United States, Canada and Mexico are already in, but the list...
France qualifies for 2026 World Cup; Ronaldo sent off as Portugal loses to Ireland
Two goals from star striker Kylian Mbappé helped send two-time champion France to the 2026...
Apple TV to offer all MLS matches without extra subscription next year
Apple TV subscribers will be able to watch all Major League Soccer matches without an...
MLS owners vote to shift soccer season to a late-summer to spring calendar in 2027
Major League Soccer owners voted Thursday to shift the league's season to a late-summer to...
Earthquakes star Wondolowski named to U.S. Soccer Hall of Fame on first ballot
Wondolowski received 37 votes from the 48-member Player Voting Committee (77.1%) to become a first...
Cal State soccer player dies after nearly six weeks in ICU following e-scooter crash
No. 5 Lauren Turner 'was the funniest, most charismatic and loving teammate you could ever...
How to watch Manchester City vs Liverpool
Manchester City battles Liverpool FC in Premier League action at Etihad Stadium in Manchester on...
How to watch Tottenham vs Manchester United
Tottenham Hotspur takes on Manchester United in Premier League action at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in...
FIFA announces new peace prize to be awarded at World Cup draw in Washington
The award, called the FIFA Peace Prize, will :recognize exceptional actions for peace."
U.K. soccer star David Beckham knighted by King Charles
Beckham, who was a star midfielder for Manchester United — where he won the Premier...
How to watch Liverpool vs Real Madrid
Liverpool FC faces off against Real Madrid in a Champions League battle on Tuesday, Nov....
How to watch Bayern vs PSG
FC Bayern Munich takes on Paris Saint-Germain in a Champions League match on Tuesday, Nov....
World Cup hype collides with the reality of cartel violence in the Mexican state of Jalisco
With a population of 8 million, Jalisco leads in disappearances and is among Mexico’s top...
Bay FC closes tumultuous season with 1-0 loss at Louisville
The NWSL expansion club took a step back in its second year, finishing in 13th...
Can Trump move the Olympics out of Los Angeles?
The answer is no, but the president still has plenty of leverage over the LA...
With 3 major sporting events, will San Jose escape San Francisco’s shadow?
With the Super Bowl, March Madness and World Cup around the corner, San Jose tries...
FIFA opens 2nd phase of World Cup ticket sales with exclusive slots for US, Canada, Mexico
FIFA began the process of selling another 1 million tickets for next year's World Cup...
Bay FC CEO stepping down as NWSL franchise ‘moves into its next phase of growth’
Brady Stewart was the first hire in the history of the women's professional soccer franchise
Lionel Messi and Inter Miami complete new contract. He’ll remain with the club at least into 2026
Lionel Messi has finally agreed to a new contract with Inter Miami, a deal that...
Security planning for Bay Area hosting Super Bowl and World Cup weighs grim specter of terrorism
With large-scale violence on the rise, often driven by political extremism, security will be on...
How to watch Real Madrid vs Juventus
Real Madrid takes on Juventus in a Champions League battle on Wednesday, Oct. 22, at...
How to watch Arsenal vs Atlético de Madrid
Arsenal battles Atlético de Madrid in Champions League action on Wednesday, Oct. 21, at noon...
Earthquakes take care of business on ‘Decision Day’ but still miss playoffs
San Jose scored two late goals to beat Austin FC on Saturday but depended on...
Bay FC’s winless streak reaches 14 matches after 4-1 loss to North Carolina in home finale
Bay FC (4-13-8) tied the last-place Chicago Stars FC for the longest winless streak in...
Earthquakes prep for must-win finale against Austin FC with playoff hopes still alive
San Jose has lost twice to Austin this year, and avenging those losses could move...
FIFA announces over 1 million tickets sold for 2026 World Cup in North America
FIFA also announced that its resale site has opened.
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...
President Trump warns of relocating World Cup from Boston, Los Angeles Olympics
President Donald Trump said he would seek to move 2026 World Cup games out of...
Bay FC’s parent organization adds 2 hires, including former England women’s GM
The second-year NWSL club continues to build out its parent organization as owner Sixth Street...
Santa Clara unveils new logo, slogan ahead of Super Bowl LX, FIFA World Cup
The city rolled out its current tagline, "The Center of What's Possible," during Super Bowl...
From Iceland to Cape Verde: The 5 smallest countries ever to reach the World Cup
The tiny African island nation of Cape Verde qualified for the World Cup for the...
How the Earthquakes can climb MLS standings, secure a playoff spot on final day
The San Jose Earthquakes must beat Austin FC to have any chance of advancing to...
Bay FC settles for 1-1 draw as Seattle Reign FC scores late, game-tying goal
For the second straight match, rookie Taylor Huff scores Bay FC's only goal.
California coach enacts helmet rule after 2 women’s soccer players seriously injured in e-scooter crash
Lauren Turner and Ashlyn Gwynn, both sophomores on Cal State Fullerton's soccer team, were riding...
Want to go to 2026 World Cup games in the Bay Area? Here’s what we know about potential matchups
What's the chance the Bay Area will get a highly ranked national team during the...
San Jose Earthquakes’ 4-1 road loss to Vancouver damages their postseason chances
The Earthquakes must win their final regular season game and then get help from other...
Bay FC scores first, but falls 2-1 at Portland Thorns FC
Bay FC's winless streak reaches 12 games as it was officially eliminated from NWSL playoff...
How to watch Chelsea vs Liverpool
Chelsea battles Liverpool in Premier League action on Sunday, Oct. 4 at 9:30 a.m. PDT.
No email from FIFA about the World Cup ticket draw? You still have a chance
People in the Bay Area and around the world are wondering what happened with FIFA's...
FIFA VP pushes back on Trump comments about moving World Cup games from ‘dangerous’ cities
U.S. President Donald Trump was reminded Wednesday that FIFA, not any government, ultimately decides which...
How to watch Barcelona vs. PSG in Champions League action
Barcelona takes on Paris Saint-Germain in a highly-anticipated Champions League battle.
Earthquakes use first-half goal from Josef Martínez to beat San Diego 1-0
San Jose beats Western Conference's top team by recording its first shutout in four months.
Utah Royals extend Bay FC’s winless streak with a 2-0 victory at PayPal Park
Bay FC's winless streak reaches 11 consecutive matches as it falls to 13th place in...
Trump warns he’ll move World Cup soccer games out of ‘unsafe’ cities like … Santa Clara?
The president rips San Francisco's 'radical left lunatic' leadership, but games are set for Levi's...
Trump suggests he could move 2026 World Cup games from cities he thinks are unsafe
It is unclear if the president has the authority to change host cities.
Meet Clutch, Maple and Zayu, the cute mascots set to star at FIFA’s 2026 World Cup
The mascots for the 2026 World Cup have been unveiled with Clutch the Bald Eagle,...
PSG’s Dembélé wins the Ballon d’Or and Barcelona’s Bonmati achieves award hat trick
Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembélé and England forward Chloe Kelly are among the leading contenders...
Los números, méritos y títulos de Ousmane Dembélé, ganador del Balón de Oro 2025
Ousmane Dembélé fue condecorado este lunes con el Balón de Oro masculino que entrega la...
Second-half goal pulls Bay FC into a 1-1 draw with visiting Gotham FC
Racheal Kundananji's goal in the 68th minute allowed Bay FC tie Gotham FC Sunday night,...
Earthquakes fall out of MLS playoff spot as St. Louis City hands San Jose a 3-1 loss
San Jose, now 0-6-0 all-time against St. Louis, drops its third straight game by two...
Former Earthquakes player, coach speaks out after being cleared in fatal shooting of friend
Dave Gold says he shot his longtime soccer associate Ronald Morriss to end a potentially...
Earthquakes draw record crowd, fall to LAFC in Levi’s Stadium World Cup preview
The 50,978 tickets sold for the 4-2 loss to LAFC broke the previous franchise attendance...
Bay FC snaps 4-game losing streak with a 1-1 draw in Orlando
Rachel Kundananji scored Bay FC's lone goal and it was her eighth all-time, making her...
Quakes return to Levi’s Stadium expecting record crowd vs. LAFC, superstar Son
Earthquakes' annual game at Levi's Stadium will feature Mexican Heritage Night celebration.
49ers kicking it across the pond as well as in the NFL
The 49ers, with stakes in soccer clubs Leeds United and the Rangers, are part of...
2026 World Cup tickets are on sale, everything you need to know about how to get a seat
Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, the home of the San Francisco 49ers, will host six...
U.S. men stop 7-game winless streak against top 25 teams, beats Japan 2-0
The U.S. beat a Japan team of mostly second-string players 2-0 in a friendly in...
Albertin Montoya hints at continued role with Bay FC after resignation
Bay FC's coach, who will resign at the end of this season, said he plans...