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How U.S. sports tickets got so expensive – and why it shocks the rest of the world

World Cup ticket prices are symptomatic of a greater issue across sports in America, where enough people have proven they'll pay in excess

Henry Bushnell Comments count 428

Inter Miami nearing deal for Canada goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair

Tom Bogert Comments count 83

Sources: MLS divisional revamp may split old rivalries, blend conferences

Paul Tenorio and Tom Bogert Comments count 320

Lionel Messi's GOAT tour of India: Stadium chaos, a 'missed wedding', and a 21-metre statue

Dan Sheldon Comments count 51

Luis Suarez finalizing new deal with Inter Miami for 2026 season

Tom Bogert Comments count 28

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South Africa's Hugo Broos apologises for alleged racism: 'My choice of words was not the right one'

“I can assure you he is a Black guy, but he will come out of my room as a white guy," the head coach said on Friday.

Jessica Hopkins Comments count 29

St. Louis City closing in on Yoann Damet as next head coach

At 35 years old, Damet will be one of the youngest coaches in MLS.

Tom Bogert Comments count 23

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What I'm Hearing: Colorado keeps retooling, another Liga MX bid and more around MLS

Offseason player movement continues at a rapid pace. Here's the latest

Tom Bogert Comments count 18

Toronto FC finalizing deal for Walker Zimmerman: Sources

The two-time MLS Defender of the Year was one of the best free-agent options on the market after leaving Nashville SC.

Tom Bogert Comments count 14

LA Galaxy close in on Jakob Glesnes deal, terms with Philadelphia Union complete

The 31-year-old center-back was named in the MLS' Best XI in 2025 after winning the Supporters' Shield with the Union.

Tom Bogert Comments count 14

San Diego FC finalizing deal to acquire Lewis Morgan from New York Red Bulls: Sources

The Red Bulls will receive a SuperDraft pick as part of the compensation.

Tom Bogert Comments count 13

Lionel Messi's India tour organiser detained and denied bail after 'deeply disturbing' chaos

Footage from India's ANI news agency showed hundreds of fans invading the pitch, vandalising the stands and goal nets at the 85,000 stadium.

Colin Millar Comments count 269

Lionel Messi's MLS triumph watched by 4.6M says league but questions remain

The advertised numbers represent a significant jump in viewership for the championship game

Paul Tenorio Comments count 80

Colorado Rapids set to name Tottenham assistant Matt Wells new manager: Sources

The Rapids narrowly missed the playoffs in 2025 and moved on from manager Chris Armas

Tom Bogert Comments count 26

D.C. United in advanced talks to sign Tai Baribo from Philadelphia: Sources

D.C. finished last in MLS in 2025 and is seeking a replacement for star forward Christian Benteke

Tom Bogert Comments count 27

The Athletic FC: World Cup's $8k ticket, Everton's 'Toffee Lady' returns, Haaland vs Dixie Dean

Today in TAFC: FIFA accused of 'betrayal' of fans after World Cup ticket price rise. Plus: Will Haaland become the greatest-ever EPL scorer?

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Mohamed Salah: What we're hearing about his future – and what would be best for his brand?

Analysing where the unhappy forward's future could lie and the markets that could be most lucrative

Dan Sheldon, David Ornstein and more Comments count 306

Andrew Giuliani interview: Trump’s Peace Prize, travel bans and World Cup security

The World Cup task force's CEO speaks to The Athletic about Trump's domestic policy, moving World Cup games and immigration concerns.

Adam Crafton Comments count 85

What I'm Hearing: moves underway as MLS free agency begins

The start of MLS free agency hass sparked a flurry of activity around the league

Tom Bogert Comments count 24

Orlando City finalizing deal to sign Brazilian winger Tiago from Bahia

Orlando will pay a fee around $4 million for the signing of the 20-year-old.

Tom Bogert Comments count 6

Wilfried Zaha in Ivory Coast AFCON squad but Nicolas Pepe and Simon Adingra omitted

Zaha receives his first callup in two years but Pepe and Adingra are surprise omissions for the reigning champions.

Nnamdi Onyeagwara Comments count 18

Messi wins MLS MVP for second straight season, makes more league history

Lionel Messi's dominance since arriving in MLS is clear when you dig into the numbers, and he has more silverware to show for it

Felipe Cardenas Comments count 14

MLS free agency big board: The best players available for 2026

With MLS Cup in the rear view, it's onto the offseason, and free agency is set to kick off with solid contributors up for grabs

Tom Bogert Comments count 18

Bottom of the league, but in Concacaf Champions Cup with Inter Miami. This is Vancouver FC.

The magic of the cup has sent a last-place Canadian side into Concacaf's premier club competition in 2026

Josh Healey Comments count 22

The inside story of Mohamed Salah's incendiary interview – and what Liverpool do now

Revealing what sparked the Egyptian's outburst, the reaction from within Anfield, and who could offer him a way out in January

James Pearce Comments count 342

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Toronto FC finalizing deal for Walker Zimmerman: Sources

LA Galaxy close in on Jakob Glesnes deal, terms with Philadelphia Union complete

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Lionel Messi's India tour organiser detained and denied bail after 'deeply disturbing' chaos

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Andrew Giuliani interview: Trump’s Peace Prize, travel bans and World Cup security

What I'm Hearing: moves underway as MLS free agency begins

Orlando City finalizing deal to sign Brazilian winger Tiago from Bahia

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Messi wins MLS MVP for second straight season, makes more league history

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