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FIFA Bans Russian Anthem and Some Matches, Refuses to Exclude from World Cup

The international soccer governing body FIFA has announced a series of restrictions against Russia amid the ongoing invasion of Ukraine. FIFA announced a number of restrictions against Russia on Sunday that include a ban on the Russian national anthem and an end to "home" matches. However, the sports governing body…

‘Infuriated’ Hope Solo: Megan Rapinoe Sold Out USWNT with ‘Equal Pay’ Deal

Former US women’s soccer star Hope Solo has blasted Megan Rapinoe over the $24 million "equal pay" settlement between U.S. Women’s National Team and the U.S. Soccer Federation. Solo accused Rapinoe of selling out the USWNT by making the “infuriating” deal. She charged Rapinoe with cashing in while neglecting other…

US Soccer Federation Caves, Will Pay Megan Rapinoe & USWNT Stars $24M after Settling Dispute

The U.S. Soccer Federation announced it has settled a lawsuit with USWNT stars and agreed to pay millions of dollars to Megan Rapinoe and her fellow female players. Rapinoe and the U.S. women’s national team filed a class-action gender discrimination lawsuit against the sport's governing body. The settlement will see…

USWNT Coach Snubs Megan Rapinoe, Drops ‘Woke’ Star for ‘SheBelieves Cup’

The U.S. women's national soccer team coach has dropped far-left "woke" player Megan Rapinoe from the lineup for the upcoming "SheBelieves Cup." The snub from coach Vlatko Andonovski dealt a dealt professional blow to Rapinoe, who is better known for her divisive politics than her soccer skills. During last summer's…

Soccer Star Has Heart Attack Mid-Game, Dies in Stadium

A 21-year-old Greek soccer star has suffered a sudden massive heart attack mid-game and died in the stadium, according to reports. Alexandros Lampis died after suffering a cardiac arrest on the pitch just five minutes into the game. Medics said they were unable to resuscitate Lampis as there was no…

4 Young Soccer Stars Die of Heart Attacks in One Week

Four young, healthy soccer players have died in the space of one week after suddenly suffering fatal heart attacks. Sports fans around the world have been left stunned as the young athletes passed away over the Christmas period. Croatian Marin Cacic, 23, Algerian Soufiane Lokar, 30, Omani Makhlid Al Raqadi, 29, and Egypt’s Ahmed…