"Child-on-child aggression" is how child protective services categorized the incident — and why they decided to investigate.

The Times Square Cup is a unique opportunity for kids from underserved communities to play soccer in the heat of New York City. Borussia Dortmund is licking its wounds after another defeat to Real ...

The World Cup is over. Soccer's greatest spectacle featured Brazil's fifth championship, eight goals from the remarkable Ronaldo and a surprising performance by the U.S. team. But sports fans in the ...

For many children across the country, soccer is more than a game—it’s a gateway to friendships, teamwork, and a healthier lifestyle. But for some, economic barriers can stand in the way of getting ...

After decades reporting on soccer, three months helping to coach a team of children under age 7 came as a revelation. By Rory Smith Rory Smith has been watching soccer for 40 years and reporting on it ...

As sports parents, we often try and put our kids on an athletic path to realize their highest potential. But, even if you’re a former goalkeeper for the USMNT and in Major League Soccer, you also want ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y.— During childhood trips to countries like Colombia and Costa Rica, Staten Island teen Matteo Varela witnessed a scene that stayed with him long after the vacations ended: groups of ...