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Mike Koreen — Mon, 07 Jul 2025 11:48:01 EDT

Canada Soccer to unveil World Cup roster in late May

Sportsnet Staff — Wed, 13 May 2026 11:30:32 EDT

Paris Saint-Germain clinches League 1 title with win over rival Lens

Associated Press — Wed, 13 May 2026 17:11:35 EDT

Paris Saint-Germain clinched a record-extending 14th French league title after winning 2-0 at closest rival Lens on Wednesday.

26 Big Questions with 2026 FIFA World Cup one month away

James Sharman — Mon, 11 May 2026 15:59:42 EDT

With the FIFA World Cup’s opening match kicking off on June 11th, here are 26 Big Questions ahead of this summer’s tournament.

Manchester City keeps pressure on Arsenal with win against Crystal Palace

Associated Press — Wed, 13 May 2026 17:24:11 EDT

Soccer Headlines

Noah Love — Thu, 07 Sep 2023 17:55:40 EDT

‘Ted Lasso’ star Cristo Fernandez signs professional soccer contract in USL

Sportsnet Staff — Tue, 12 May 2026 12:29:32 EDT

After showing off his skills in hit Apple TV show Ted Lasso, star Cristo Fernandez is signing a professional deal with El Paso Locomotive of the USL Championship, the team announced Tuesday.

Ronaldo’s first Saudi league title on hold after bizarre own goal

Associated Press — Wed, 13 May 2026 08:10:10 EDT

Inter Milan seals long-awaited double with Italian Cup win over Lazio

Associated Press — Wed, 13 May 2026 17:20:55 EDT

Good news for Milan, U.S. as Pulisic set to return from injury this weekend

Associated Press — Wed, 13 May 2026 15:41:12 EDT

United States forward Christian Pulisic is likely to recover from a lower back injury in time for AC Milan’s penultimate Serie A match this weekend.

‘Final touches’ underway at FIFA World Cup venues in Vancouver, Toronto

Canadian Press — Mon, 11 May 2026 09:27:51 EDT

B.C. government delays release of World Cup hosting costs until month’s end

Canadian Press — Tue, 12 May 2026 21:24:23 EDT

Barcelona signs Hansi Flick to contract extension until at least 2028

Associated Press — Tue, 12 May 2026 15:39:19 EDT

Hansi Flick could coach La Liga champion Barcelona until 2029 after announcing he has reached an agreement to extend his contract by at least a year.

Injury concerns continue for star players ahead of World Cup

Associated Press — Tue, 12 May 2026 13:46:40 EDT

MLS (soccer)

Paul D. Grant — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 09:42:10 EDT

MLS notebook: Whitecaps’ climb to the top hits a road block

John Molinaro — Mon, 11 May 2026 10:28:05 EDT

The Vancouver Whitecaps came up short in their bid to climb to the top of the MLS table this weekend. John Molinaro covers that and more in his weekend wrap.

Vancouver business leaders seek solution to stop Whitecaps from moving out of city

Canadian Press — Wed, 13 May 2026 12:52:29 EDT

Toronto FC GM on challenges of unique MLS season, his pick for World Cup

James Sharman — Wed, 06 May 2026 12:20:52 EDT

James Sharman caught up with Toronto FC general manager Jason Hernandez to discuss this unique MLS season due to the World Cup break, and looks ahead to what this summer’s tournament could mean for the city and league.

Suarez sneaks in behind TFC as Messi springs him with a quick pass

Sportsnet Video — Sat, 09 May 2026 15:49:46 EDT

Is Whitecaps relocation situation a black mark on MLS and ownership?

Sportsnet Video — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:20:05 EDT

PSG forward Dembele wins Ligue 1’s best player for second straight year

Associated Press — Tue, 12 May 2026 10:47:24 EDT

Iraq gets FIFA approval to add two players from clubs in U.S., Scotland

Associated Press — Tue, 12 May 2026 08:17:49 EDT

World Cup-bound Iraq has two new players for possible selection after FIFA approved eligibility for Nashville SC midfielder Ahmed Qasem and Dundee United defender Dario Naamo.

NCAA approves men’s soccer schedule change for 2027-2028

Associated Press — Wed, 13 May 2026 15:17:18 EDT

Inter Miami star Lionel Messi dazzles record crowd in win over Toronto FC

John Molinaro — Sat, 09 May 2026 18:04:38 EDT

Saturday afternoon’s 4-2 win by Inter Miami over Toronto FC at BMO Field was the latest example of Lionel Messi turning a game on its head in his team’s favour after being relatively contained.

Premier League roundup: Late VAR call preserves Arsenal control in title race

Associated Press — Sun, 10 May 2026 11:17:43 EDT

Aston Villa still has work to do to secure Champions League qualification. Nottingham Forest is almost safe from relegation.

Corner-kick chaos continues in Premier League ahead of World Cup

Associated Press — Mon, 11 May 2026 13:13:23 EDT

Referees at the World Cup are aware of the growing trend in the Premier League for grappling and crowding around goalkeepers at corner kicks and “will deal with this in a very good way,” FIFA experts warned Monday.

Barcelona maintains La Liga title with win over Real Madrid

Associated Press — Sun, 10 May 2026 17:09:33 EDT

U.S. midfielder Johnny Cardoso to miss World Cup with injury

Associated Press — Mon, 11 May 2026 14:35:06 EDT

Berhalter scores late as Whitecaps secure draw with MLS-leading Earthquakes

Associated Press — Sun, 10 May 2026 01:08:56 EDT

Whitecaps vie to become road warriors as Vancouver prepares for World Cup

Canadian Press — Mon, 11 May 2026 19:13:01 EDT

In a season marked by FIFA World Cup-induced schedule quirks, the Vancouver Whitecaps are embracing the strange.

Toronto FC coach livid after non-calls as Messi, Inter Miami beat Reds

Canadian Press — Sat, 09 May 2026 15:25:48 EDT

Playing in front of a record sellout crowd filling an expanded BMO Field Saturday afternoon, Messi had a goal and a pair of assists in Inter Miami’s 4-2 win over TFC.

Canada’s Alphonso Davies out four to five weeks, World Cup in doubt

Canadian Press — Fri, 08 May 2026 08:19:01 EDT

Serie A roundup: Como seals first European spot

Associated Press — Sun, 10 May 2026 17:34:26 EDT

Rios penalty kick spurs CF Montreal to victory over Orlando City

Canadian Press — Sat, 09 May 2026 19:01:26 EDT

B.C. minister says local group plans to bid for Vancouver Whitecaps

Canadian Press — Wed, 06 May 2026 19:19:42 EDT

Maeda scores unreal bicycle kick beauty, Celtic claims Old Firm Derby

Sportsnet Video — Mon, 11 May 2026 07:21:12 EDT

Toronto FC welcomes Miami at new-look BMO Field in dress rehearsal for FIFA World Cup

Canadian Press — Sat, 09 May 2026 15:56:02 EDT

Why BMO Field appears ready to host World Cup after showcase weekend

Sportsnet Video — Sun, 10 May 2026 01:09:51 EDT

Dembele sends PSG back to Champions League final by eliminating Bayern

Associated Press — Wed, 06 May 2026 17:15:57 EDT

Buble, Morissette among starry lineup at Canadian World Cup opening ceremony

Canadian Press — Fri, 08 May 2026 21:19:27 EDT

Canadian artists Michael Bublé and Alanis Morissette will be among a star-studded lineup of performers at the FIFA World Cup opening ceremony in Toronto in June.

Messi bags his first ever goal in Toronto at BMO Field

Sportsnet Video — Sat, 09 May 2026 15:50:45 EDT

‘When he gets injured, he comes back pretty quickly’: Sharman on Davies’ return

Sportsnet Video — Sat, 09 May 2026 01:34:19 EDT

Nearly 130 arrests amid celebrations for PSG reaching Champions League final

Associated Press — Thu, 07 May 2026 09:19:49 EDT

Dortmund’s Niklas Süle retiring at 30 after injuries

Associated Press — Thu, 07 May 2026 09:11:18 EDT

FIFA extends Prestianni suspension into World Cup

Associated Press — Wed, 06 May 2026 08:29:24 EDT

MLS notebook: Ailing TFC’s fighting spirit on display in hard-earned draw

John Molinaro — Mon, 04 May 2026 08:38:05 EDT

A whopping 10 players were unavailable for Toronto FC Saturday against league-leading San Jose — and an 11th joined them in the first half, to boot. Yet the Reds showed a resolve not seen in years as they battled for a 1-1 tie, writes Sportsnet’s John Molinaro.