This story appears in the February 2013 issue of National Geographic magazine. Miles from the main roads, in rural Africa, soccer balls bounce unevenly. Playing fields are arid, lush, weedy, sandy ...

Soccer is more than just a game; it's a global language of excitement, a game loved by many, and a sport that brings people ...

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England take on South Africa in an international friendly as they continue their preparations for Euro 2025 next summer. The ...

But in its statement on Tuesday, South Africa's Department of International Relations and Cooperation (Dirco) said there was "no history of soccer hooliganism ... blasts a 47-ball century as ...

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Manqoba Mngqithi is an frank speaker of note. Find out what he said about Marumo Gallants' left-back.

The 27-year-old, who like his opposite number plays in South Africa's Premier Soccer League ... "He is good with the ball at his feet. Bringing him into the team has cushioned the problem that ...

Finally, a much-needed relief for South Africa. After the heartache of their 2024 T20 World Cup final loss to India, the ...

South Sudan is not known for its soccer presence, but one grassroots competition is beginning to make waves in the country with a different version of the game and is shining a much-needed light on ...

At some point, though, pride takes over and what the Bloomington South boys' soccer team accomplished ... because you're fighting for the ball every time. "Their coach gave us a great compliment.

Bloomington South's offensive line coach knows there's an expectation to be met. The Panthers boast a balanced offense and even with a long line of talented quarterbacks, routinely run the ball ...

controls the ball during Tuesday’s regional final match against Huntington. (Photo by Kerry Patrick) HURRICANE – The rash of injuries following Parkersburg South girls soccer through the ...