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Axios
3 days ago
- Sport
- Axios
Dallas Trinity FC faces must-win game to end first season
Dallas Trinity FC could be on the brink of making the playoffs in their first season. Why it matters: Dallas is becoming a hub for professional soccer, with the professional women's soccer team, FC Dallas and another men's team on the way. The region is also preparing to host the FIFA Men's World Cup next year. The latest: Dallas Trinity is fifth in the USL Super League, with 11 wins, seven draws and nine losses. They face top-ranked Carolina Ascent FC at 7pm Saturday in Fair Park. The must-win game marks the end of the regular season. State of play: The team has steadily built a fanbase. Nearly 5,000 fans, on average, attend the home matches at the Cotton Bowl. The upstart USL Super League rivals the National Women's Soccer League. The Dallas Trinity name and logo were rolled out last May, just a couple of months before the season kicked off in August. The big picture: Dallas has the fifth strongest soccer economy among U.S. cities, per the latest ranking from the Sports Business Journal. The ranking measures fan enthusiasm, venue development and brand investment. Youth soccer involvement plays a large role in the growth of the sport in the region. Zoom in: Dallas Trinity officials regularly visit youth teams to drum up support for the team and the sport. The players hang out after matches to sign autographs, and kids have the opportunity to meet the professionals and walk with them on the pitch. What they're saying: The goal during next year's World Cup is to pitch the Dallas region as a possible host site for the 2031 Women's World Cup. "It's very important for us to make sure that we show FIFA that Dallas embraces women's sports, women's soccer, and cares about all constituents within the community," Dallas Trinity founder and chief operating officer Trip Neil tells Axios. Threat level: Dallas Trinity must win Saturday to advance to the playoffs. Dallas has won, lost and drawn in three meetings with Carolina. Carolina and Tampa Bay Sun FC have already clinched a playoff berth. Zoom out: Spokane Zephyr FC and Fort Lauderdale United FC are also in contention for the remaining two playoff spots. Two semifinal matches start June 7, and the first-ever USL Super League Final is the weekend of June 14. If you go: There is a pre-match concert before Saturday night's game and a fireworks show afterward for fan appreciation night.
Fox Sports
4 days ago
- Sport
- Fox Sports
Fan violence ahead of final between Chelsea, Real Betis leads to 28 arrests
Fan disorder ahead of a European soccer final between Chelsea and Real Betis in the Polish city of Wroclaw has led to 28 people being arrested, police said Wednesday. Police used stun grenades and a water cannon against the teams' fans who were disturbing public order in the city, Polish state news agency PAP reported, adding that there were scuffles between supporters and bottles were thrown. The disorder took place hours between the UEFA Conference League final between the teams. Łukasz Dutkowiak, a sergeant for Lower Silesian police, said officers restored order after initial altercations between Chelsea and Betis fans before making arrests of people who took part in the brawls following analysis of surveillance footage, PAP reported. In a post on X saying "28 foreign hooligans" had been arrested, Tomasz Siemoniak, minister of the interior and administration, said "the police are acting decisively. Zero tolerance!" Reporting by The Associated Press. Want great stories delivered right to your inbox? Create or log in to your FOX Sports account , and follow leagues, teams and players to receive a personalized newsletter daily! recommended Get more from FIFA Men's World Cup Follow your favorites to get information about games, news and more in this topic
News18
5 days ago
- News18
Inside Saudi Arabia's 'Care Homes': Weekly Floggings, Forced Confinement For 'Disobedient' Women
Last Updated: The report said that there have also been multiple instances of suicide or attempted suicide due to the severe conditions. Saudi Arabia's secretive 'Dar al-Reaya" or 'care homes" for women- officially described by officials as shelters for 'rehabilitation" of vulnerable women- are being increasingly exposed by testimonies gathered over the past six months. The Guardian reported that the accounts from former inmates and activists describe weekly floggings, forced religious teachings, and complete isolation from the outside world, painting a grim picture of 'hellish" conditions. The report said that there have also been multiple instances of suicide or attempted suicide due to the severe conditions, with women often held for years, unable to leave without the permission of a male guardian or family. Women Lashed For Transgressions In Saudi Care Homes Maryam Aldossari, a London-based Saudi activist, said, 'A young girl or woman will stay in there for as long as it takes for her to accept the rules." Sarah Al-Yahia, who initiated a campaign to abolish these facilities, details harrowing experiences of strip-searches, virginity tests on arrival, and forced sedation. She described them as 'prisons," where women are referred to by numbers, punished for not praying, and lashed for perceived transgressions like associating with other women. Yahia, living in exile, revealed her own father used Dar al-Reaya as a threat, highlighting the impossible choice many women face between abuse at home and confinement. Saudi Regime Punishing Women, Activists Say Activists contend that these facilities, established in the 1960s, serve as a lesser-known tool for the Saudi regime to control and punish women, directly contradicting the country's publicized narrative of women's empowerment, especially as it seeks global recognition like hosting the FIFA Men's World Cup. They emphasize that while some women may have supportive families, many live under strictures and suffer silently, with the state allegedly enabling abuse through these institutions. ALQST, a human rights group, describes Dar al-Reaya facilities as notorious tools for enforcing gender norms. Nadyeen Abdulaziz, their campaigns officer, urged the Saudi authorities to abolish these discriminatory practices and establish genuine shelters that protect rather than punish victims of abuse. What Saudi Government Has Said On Care Homes In response, a Saudi government spokesperson maintained that these are specialized care facilities for vulnerable groups, categorically rejecting claims of enforced confinement, mistreatment, or coercion. The spokesperson stated, 'These are not detention centres, and any allegation of abuse is taken seriously… Women are free to leave at any time… with no need of approval from a guardian or family member." Watch India Pakistan Breaking News on CNN-News18. Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from geopolitics to diplomacy and global trends. Stay informed with the latest world news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! First Published: May 28, 2025, 11:35 IST
Fox Sports
20-05-2025
- Sport
- Fox Sports
2026 FIFA World Cup teams: Who has qualified for the World Cup?
We are about a year out from the next FIFA World Cup, but some nations are already earning spots in the 23rd edition of the world's biggest sporting event. Check out every team that has qualified for the 2026 World Cup, which is scheduled to begin on Thursday, June 11, 2026. 2026 FIFA World Cup Teams Below is the list of nations that have qualified for the 2026 World Cup based on the date of qualification: USA Mexico Canada Japan New Zealand Iran Argentina Alexi Lalas and David Mosse broke down who they believe could break into the USMNT's starting XI before the 2026 World Cup. Check out which players they chose! Check out each nation's path to World Cup qualification as well as how many times they have made an appearance: United States How they qualified: Automatically qualified as a co-host nation. The USA also hosted the 1994 World Cup. World Cup appearances: 12 Mexico How they qualified: Automatically qualified as a co-host nation. Mexico hosted the 1970 and 1986 tournaments. World Cup appearances: 18 Canada How they qualified: Automatically qualified as a co-host nation. This is the first World Cup that Canada will be hosting. World Cup appearances: 3 Japan How they qualified: Qualified through the AFC third round by topping their group. World Cup appearances: 8 New Zealand How they qualified: Qualifed by winning the OFC qualifying final. World Cup appearances: 3 Iran How they qualified: Qualified through the AFC third round, finishing in the top spot of their group. World Cup appearances: 7 Argentina How they qualified: Qualified through CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers as the leader in the standings. World Cup appearances: 19 How can I watch the World Cup? Matches will be broadcast on FOX, FS1, and the FOX Sports App. When is the final 2026 FIFA World Cup draw? The final draw will take place in December 2025 at a location to be determined in the United States. recommended Get more from FIFA Men's World Cup Follow your favorites to get information about games, news and more in this topic
Fox Sports
07-05-2025
- Health
- Fox Sports
Police raid clinic to seize Diego Maradona's complete medical records
Police carried out an overnight raid at a Buenos Aires health clinic to seize Diego Maradona's complete medical records following a court order during the trial of seven healthcare professionals accused of negligence in the former soccer star's death. Pablo Dimitroff, the medical director at Los Olivos clinic, testified that Maradona underwent pre-surgical studies, and the operation was performed by a neurosurgeon at that center without complications. Those studies were not included in Maradona's medical history and trial judges ordered the raid to seize all Maradona files dated between Nov. 3 and 11, 2020. Maradona had surgery for a hematoma that formed between his skull and brain and stayed in intensive care at Olivos between Nov. 4-11. He then was sent recover to a private home where he died on Nov. 25 of 2020 at age 60. The raid started around midnight and extended to 4 a.m. Wednesday. A police report showed that authorities secured about 275 pages of related archives and 547 emails exchanged between the medical professionals on trial. The trial is set to continue Thursday. Reporting by The Associated Press. Want great stories delivered right to your inbox? Create or log in to your FOX Sports account , and follow leagues, teams and players to receive a personalized newsletter daily! recommended Get more from FIFA Men's World Cup Follow your favorites to get information about games, news and more in this topic
