Despite the controversy surrounding this year’s World Cup, it may still prove to be an avenue for positive change in terms of gender parity. A woman referee took charge of the Men's Football World Cup for the first time last week, in a historic first. FIFA is eager to … [Read more...] about Celebrating the World Cup’s first woman referee
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Go Cubs: The inspiring story of California’s undefeated deaf football team
The California School for the Deaf in Riverside had never won a division championship football game in its 68-year history, but that all changed this year when the team not only won a championship game but also went 11-0 for an undefeated season. The success of the Cubs’ … [Read more...] about Go Cubs: The inspiring story of California’s undefeated deaf football team
How European football clubs fight antisemitism in the stands
Racist and antisemitic attitudes pervade European football fan culture—antisemitic chants are commonly heard but often met with little to no objection on Europe’s football grounds. However, football clubs Borussia Dortmund and Feyenoord have decided that it's time to combat … [Read more...] about How European football clubs fight antisemitism in the stands
Soccer star Marcus Rashford raises millions to tackle child food poverty
Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford has definitely proved himself as an exceptional soccer player, but more recently, the 23-year-old footballer made headlines for something else — donating millions of dollars to charities dedicated to feeding vulnerable children during the … [Read more...] about Soccer star Marcus Rashford raises millions to tackle child food poverty
Japanese studio designs airless soccer ball for kids in impoverished areas
One of the beautiful aspects of the sport of soccer is that you only need a ball to play, but even that can be difficult to attain in impoverished countries. And even if a ball is acquired, the ball needs to be kept inflated and will eventually deteriorate, especially when used … [Read more...] about Japanese studio designs airless soccer ball for kids in impoverished areas