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WINNIPEG, MB – JUNE 08: Megan Rapinoe #15 of United States celebrates her opening goal against Australia in the first half during the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2015 Group D match at Winnipeg Stadium on June 8, 2015 in Winnipeg, Canada. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

USWNT asserts control of “Group of Death” in 3-1 World Cup opener

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After a stunning 3-3 tie between Nigeria and Sweden in the opening match of Group D play, the United States knew a win over 10th ranked Australia would mean control of the so-called “Group of Death” from the word go. Thanks to a two-goal performance from midfielder Megan Rapinoe, the United States women’s national team […]

CHICAGO, IL – JULY 01: Fans gather at Soldier Field to watch USA take on Belgium in a World Cup match being played at Arena Fonte Nova in Salvador, Brazil on July 1, 2014 in Chicago, Illinois. Organizers said 28,000 people were in attendance at Soldier Field. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)

VIDEO: Teddy Goalsevelt throws hat in ring for FIFA presidency

0 comments by on 6/4/2015

If there was one indelible fan moment of the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, it was that of USA super fan Teddy Goalsevelt. Not only is Teddy a fan of the Red, White and Blue, but he is a fan of the game on all levels. So, when you’ve got the pedigree and bloodlines of […]

FRANKFURT AM MAIN, GERMANY – JULY 17: Ayumi Kaihori of Japan celebrates after saving a penalty during the FIFA Women’s World Cup Final match between Japan and USA at the FIFA World Cup stadium Frankfurt on July 17, 2011 in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. (Photo by Friedemann Vogel/Getty Images)

2015 Women’s World Cup: Group C Preview

0 comments by on 6/3/2015

(Throughout the week, we will go through every group and let you know what to look for and what to expect in the Women’s World Cup) On the third day of the tournament the reigning champions, Japan, will take to the artificial turf of BC Place in Vancouver to defend their first FIFA Women’s World […]

ZURICH, SWITZERLAND – MAY 30: FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter talks to the press during the FIFA Post Congress Week Press Conference at the Home of FIFA on May 30, 2015 in Zurich, Switzerland. (Photo by Alessandro Della Bella/Getty Images)

BREAKING: FIFA president Sepp Blatter announces resignation

0 comments by on 6/2/2015

After a week of stonewalling and refusing to push back elections, embattled FIFA president Sepp Blatter shocked everyone by announcing his resignation on Tuesday night in Zurich, Switzerland. Just six days after a federal indictment that ensnared 14 big time players within the world of international soccer, Blatter went from being re-elected by the FIFA […]

during the FIFA U-20 World Cup New Zealand 2015 Group A match between New Zealand and the United States at North Harbour Stadium on June 2, 2015 in Auckland, New Zealand.

U-20 World Cup Rewind – Day 4

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With the 2015 U-20 World Cup taking place at crazy hours here in the United States, we at 32 Flags are happy to be your guide to all that is the U-20 World Cup. Consider this series a refresher course on all that took place while you were likely asleep. You’re welcome. 1) Biggest Winner […]

WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND – MAY 30: Fidel Escobar of Panama celebrates his goal with teammates during the Group B FIFA U-20 World Cup New Zealand 2015 match between Argentina and Panama at Wellington Regional Stadium on May 30, 2015 in Wellington, New Zealand. (Photo by Hagen Hopkins/Getty Images)

U-20 World Cup Rewind – Day 1

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With the 2015 U-20 World Cup taking place at crazy hours here in the United States, we at 32 Flags are happy to be your guide to all that is the U-20 World Cup. Consider this series a refresher course on all that took place while you were likely asleep. You’re Welcome. 1) Biggest Winner […]

ZURICH, SWITZERLAND – MAY 27: A FIFA logo sits next to the entrance to the FIFA headquarters on May 27, 2015 in Zurich, Switzerland. Swiss police on Wednesday raided a Zurich hotel to detain top FIFA football officials as part of a US investigation into corruption. (Photo by Philipp Schmidli/Getty Images)

Vladimir Putin sees charges against FIFA execs as conspiracy by USA

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The strange and twisted story that has become the FIFA corruption chargers took another strange turn on Thursday, as Russian President Vladimir Putin took to the Russian airwaves and took the United States to task for handing down the indictments they did. According to CNN, Putin took to Russian TV and had this to say […]

FRANKFURT, GERMANY – NOVEMBER 1: Chuck Blazer, a Member of FIFA World Cup Organizing Committee, attends a press conference for The Confederations Cup Germany 2005 draw at The Alte Oper, on November 1, 2004 in Frankfurt, Germany. (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)

FIFA indictments come with reminder of US roots of corruption

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Late Tuesday night in the United States we witnessed perhaps the most ironic moment in international soccer history. It was America’s biggest soccer power broker, turned most corrupt official that would ultimately bring down the cash cow he sucked from for so long. It also served as a reminder that while most USMNT fans are […]

PORTO ALEGRE, BRAZIL – APRIL 30: Dudu of Gremio, battles fo the ball against Angel Correa, of San Lorenzo during the match between Gremio and San Lorenzo for the Copa Briedgestone Libertadores 2014 at Arena do Gremio stadium on April 30, 2014 in Porto Alegre, Brazil. (Photo by Lucas Uebel/Getty Images)

2015 U-20 World Cup: Group B Preview

0 comments by on 5/25/2015

(Throughout the week, we will go through every group and let you know what to look for and what to expect in the U-20 World Cup.) With the FIFA U-20 World Cup coming up starting on Friday, group B will take to the field early in the competition. In fact, one of the biggest matchups […]

<> at Wembley Stadium on February 19, 2015 in London, England.

Luis Figo takes name out of running for FIFA president, blasts the organization

0 comments by on 5/21/2015

Bitter pill to swallow, unaccustomed to politicking or simply another victim of corruption? Either way, former Real Madrid and Portuguese star Luis Figo announced he was stepping down from his run to become FIFA president. It means a clear path for incumbent president Sepp Blatter, and it means the change so badly needed isn’t going […]

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – MAY 17: Archie Thompson of Melbourne thanks fans after a win during the 2015 A-League Grand Final match between the Melbourne Victory and Sydney FC at AAMI Park on May 17, 2015 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Robert Prezioso/Getty Images)

VIDEO: Full A-League Bloopers for 2014-15 season

0 comments by on 5/20/2015

Australia is trying to take the sport of soccer (yes it’s called that there too) more seriously. The problem is, the league is rife with bloopers, bad play and atmosphere that is lacking on many levels. However, the league is gaining a more solid footing thanks to large investments and more intriguing players coming in […]

LONDON, ENGLAND – MAY 11: Nacho Monreal of Arsenal takes a shot at goal under pressure from Federico Fernandez of Swansea City during the Barclays Premier League match between Arsenal and Swansea City at Emirates Stadium on May 11, 2015 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

Arsenal inadvertently leak new kit via video on website

0 comments by on 5/19/2015

Kit reveals have become a huge marketing boost to teams across the EPL and the globe really. Fans will tear bad ones apart, hail the better ones and drool over just about any piece of news too. So, it would stand to reason that new kits are kept under lock and key by clubs all […]

during the UEFA Champions League Semi Final, second leg match between Real Madrid and Juventus at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on May 13, 2015 in Madrid, Spain.

Juventus vs. Barcelona is the Champions League final needed, not wanted

0 comments by on 5/13/2015

How sweet would have Barcelona vs. Real Madrid been in the Champions League final? Talk about the ultimate El Classico. It had media members salivating over the crazy celebrity names on the pitch and likely to show up off it too. UEFA bosses had to be salivating on the opportunity to showcase two of the […]

ZURICH, SWITZERLAND – JANUARY 12: FIFA Women’s World Player of the Year nominee Abby Wambach of USA and Western New York Flash attends a press conference prior to the FIFA Ballon d’Or Gala 2014 at the Kongresshaus on January 12, 2015 in Zurich, Switzerland. (Photo by Philipp Schmidli/Getty Images)

Report: FIFA turned down free offer to replace artificial turf for Women’s World Cup

0 comments by on 5/8/2015

Oh FIFA, the gift that keeps on making us shake our heads in shame and disbelief. Let’s just say the 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Canada hasn’t exactly gone off without a hitch. There were threats of a boycott after FIFA decided that they would allow artificial turf fields to be used in all […]

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