This beautiful game would be very ugly if offside didn't exist. At the World Cup, you'll see it often.

From understanding basic rules to mastering advanced analytics, here is your graduate-level guide to watching the 2026 World Cup like a true nerd

What exactly is it that makes the World Cup so alluring? Every four years, the tournament arrives like a massive religious feast, drawing pilgrims from across the world in what re

A soccer field (sometimes called "the pitch") is at least 100 yards long, 50 yards wide--it can be larger--and has a goal centered at both ends.

DALLAS — If you're watching the World Cup for the first time – or perhaps you're a casual watcher who tunes in every once in a blue moon – understanding how players are organized on the field is a great first step to following the game. Each team ...

With billions of fans, soccer is far and away the most popular sport in the world. Its global fanbase, cultural significance, and emotional resonance are built on simple and accessible foundations, ensuring an appeal that endures. As a truly international ...

When referees in the English Premier League actually walk over to the pitchside monitor and review a call, they overturned their original decision in the vast majority of cases. That number is staggering when you think about it. It means the original ...

DALLAS — A free kick is awarded after most common fouls are committed during a soccer match. The team that was fouled receives possession of the ball and is allowed to restart play without pressure from opposing players immediately defending the ball.

Statistics are integral to almost every sport. Baseball has home runs, hits, runs, ERA, and even more in depth statistics. Football has touchdowns, passing rating, yards gained to name just a few. It's the language that all fans use when arguing who's best.