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FIFA confirms Argentina as host nation for 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup!

The Bureau of the FIFA Council has confirmed Argentina as the host of the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup. The decision follows the removal of the original tournament host, Indonesia, as well as a subsequent bid submitted by the Argentinian Football Association (AFA) and an on-site inspection by a FIFA …

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UMBRO & Santos FC launch 2023/24 home & away kits!

UMBRO are proud to present the home & away kits for eight-time Campeonato Brasileiro Série A champions Santos FC. For the 2023/24 season, both kits honour the 60th anniversary of the 1963 season when Santos conquered Brazil, South America and the world by winning the Torneio Rio–São Paulo, Brazilian Championship, …

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MLS celebrates Earth Day with 6th Annual Greener Goals Week of Service!

MLS WORKS, Major League Soccer’s social responsibility platform, today kicked off its 6th Annual Greener Goals Week of Service which highlights the League’s commitment to environmental sustainability, including efforts around waste reduction. Earth Day matches on April 22-23 will raise awareness surrounding sustainability and highlight how our MLS soccer community …

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Ecuador supporting women’s youth football all the way!

Quito, the capital of Ecuador, was the setting for the country’s first U-15 women’s football festival at the start of April. Organised by the Ecuadorian Football Association (FEF) and Fundación de las Américas (FUDELA), the event was supported by FIFA through the Women’s Football Campaign, one of its eight women’s …

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New York City FC select architect, contractor for new Queens-based stadium!

New York City FC have selected HOK as the architect and Turner Construction Company as the general contractor to build their soccer-specific stadium that’s set to debut in the 2027 MLS season, the club announced Friday. The 25,000-seat stadium, to be built in Queens’ Willets Point community, was announced last …

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Canadian Premier League hires Costa Smyrniotis as Executive Vice President – Soccer!

The Canadian Premier League (CPL) have announced the appointment of Costa Smyrniotis to the role of Executive Vice President, Soccer. Smyrniotis joins the Commissioner’s Office as a proven Canadian executive with nearly two decades of experience contributing to the growth of soccer in Canada. He brings with him a deep …

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Draw Delivers Prelims matchups and groups for 2023 CONCACAF Gold Cup!

CONCACAF has today conducted the official draw for the 2023 CONCACAF Gold Cup. The 17th edition of the Confederation’s flagship competition for men’s national teams will be played between June 16 – July 16 and will crown the best national team in the region. In total, 15 stadiums in 14 …

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Atletico Madrid to play Real Sociedad & FC Sevilla in LaLiga Summer Tour!

The LaLiga Summer Tour 2023 takes Atletico Madrid to North America! On August 2 & 5, Atletico Madrid will play two friendly games against Real Sociedad and FC Sevilla to continue with the preparation of a new LaLiga campaign against two great rivals in two very special scenarios. The first …

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CONCACAF announces Bigger Game, Social Responsibility Strategy!

Today, ahead of the 2023 CONCACAF Gold Cup draw, CONCACAF, the Confederation of North, Central America, and Caribbean Association Football, officially launched CONCACAF’s Bigger Game, a social impact strategy. Bigger Game’s mission is to use the power and reach of the beautiful game to provide football and social development opportunities …

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Volkswagen Canada re-signs with Canadian Premier League!

The Canadian Premier League (CPL) have announced it will continue its longstanding partnership with Volkswagen Canada through 2028, adding five years to a relationship that has already spanned all five of the League’s seasons. Volkswagen Canada was initially announced as a Founding Partner of the CPL in January 2019, months …

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