Youth Soccer

Champions League Anthem Lineup Falls Apart When The Kids See Messi

Paris Saint-Germain traveled to Sammy Ofer Stadium in Israel on Wednesday to play an entirely overmatched Maccabi Haifa in the Champions League, giving locals a chance to gaze upon a PSG starting XI that included Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé, Neymar and Sergio Ramos.

But as the teams lined up for the traditional prematch playing of the Champions League anthem, it was clear that all the children who'd accompanied the players out onto the pitch were there for one man and one man only: Messi.

The Most Amazing Urban Soccer Fields Around The Country

The world's love of soccer stems from many reasons, but one of the most fundamental tenets of the game is that it can be played by anyone, anywhere and at anytime. If you have a ball, then you have your Theater of Dreams. 

For far too long America remained largely ignorant of this fact — believing that the sport was only played 11-on-11 on the pristine fields of suburban America. Thankfully, that way of thinking has suffered a humiliating death (see: MLS 1.0 to 3.0), and the people's game is now thriving across the country's urban core.

Soccer Dad Assaults Ref In Arizona While Son Threatens To Kill The Official

A youth soccer match at the Graham County Fairgrounds in Safford, Arizona, ended with deputies being called to the scene after multiple reports of a parent tackling the referee before his 17-year-old son threatened the official with gun violence. 

According to witnesses, the referee was separating two players who were fighting on the field when the suspect, identified as Michael W. Goodwin, told the ref not to touch his son and tackled him.

Nike's Youngest Athlete Makes Step From Futsal To Outdoor; He's An Absolute Monster

The last time we checked in on Brazilian prodigy Kauan Basile, it was Jan. 27, 2021, and the eight-year-old Santos futsal baller had just signed a three-year deal with Nike, making him the sportswear giant's youngest-ever affiliated athlete.

"I like to play football," Kauan Basile said at the time.

Brazilian Players Celebrating For Japanese Golden Ball Winner Is Most Wholesome Thing You’ll See Today

Spain beat Japan 3-1 to claim the 2022 U-20 Women’s World Cup crown in front of 29,891 fans on Sunday night in Costa Rica. Spain was superb and a deserved winner led by Golden Boot winner Inma Gabarro, whose eight goals were double the next highest scorer. But arguably the most memorable moment of the night came after the match as awards were given out and Japan’s Maika Hamano was awarded the Golden Ball (Gabarro took silver).

Juan Román Riquelme's Nephew Scores From Deep Inside His Own Half Against River Plate

During a distinguished playing career with Boca Juniors that included five Primera División titles and three Copa Libertadores triumphs, Argentine legend Juan Román Riquelme made a habit of destroying rival River Plate.

He loved nothing more than snatching the souls of lost Millonarios. 

5 Things All Soccer Moms Need For This Youth Soccer Season

The kiddos are going back to school and that means you’re going to be back watching youth soccer on the sideline. Sure, you love watching your kid play, but deep down you’re secretly dreading drives to practice and early morning games.

Not to fear as The18 is here to give you five things that will make this season the best one ever. If you have all five of these items, then you’re in for one spectacular time watching children kick around a ball while you could have been home watching HGTV.

El Tri Femenil Queda Fuera Del Mundial Sub-20: No Pudo Con España Ni Con Los Postes

El camino a la gloria se cerró. La selección mexicana femenil sub-20, la única que sobrevivía de la Concacaf en el Mundial de Costa Rica, no pudo ante España – ni con los postes – y quedó fuera en los cuartos de final del torneo.

Yep, no hubo quinto partido para el Tri.

Las hispanas hicieron prevalecer el favoritismo que cargaban sobre sus hombros, pero no fue pan comido: México nunca bajó los brazos y la batalló hasta el pitazo final. 

Benjamín Agüero Dribbles The Ball And Reminds Us Who His Father And Grandfather Are

It's hard to say how things will turn out for Benjamín Agüero, considering he is just a 13-year-old kid. However, after seeing a couple of clips online, it is safe to say that the soccer DNA of his ancestors also runs through his blood and feet.

If you are wondering who his ancestors are, here is a gentle reminder: He is the son of Sergio Agüero and the grandson of Diego Maradona.

Yeah, talk to me about carrying weight over your shoulders.

¡Bye, Alemania! México Enfrentará A España En Los Cuartos De Final Del Mundial Femenil Sub-20

Contra todo pronóstico y los obstáculos vividos en el camino, la selección mexicana femenil sub-20 derrotó a Alemania y avanzó a los cuartos de final del Mundial que se juega en Costa Rica. ¿Su rival en la ronda de los ocho mejores? Nada más y nada menos que España.

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