Soccer May 2026

: Unites nations through shared passion and rivalry.

: Primary goal-scorers who play closest to the opposing goal. 🌎 Global Impact soccer

: Connect defense and attack; control the game's pace. : Unites nations through shared passion and rivalry

: Defensive strategy to win the ball back quickly. AI responses may include mistakes. Learn more : Defensive strategy to win the ball back quickly

: Includes the English Premier League, La Liga, and MLS.

Soccer, known as football outside North America, is the world's most popular sport. It combines simple rules with deep tactical complexity, played by over 250 million people globally. ⚽ The Basics : Kick the ball into the opponent’s goal. The Players : Two teams of 11 players each. The Time : 90 minutes, split into two 45-minute halves. The Rule : No hands allowed, except for the goalkeeper. 🏃 Key Positions