It wasn’t because they were “woke,” of course. There’s a much simpler explanation.

That’s ... not how that works.

Qatar’s sovereign wealth fund has changed the game by sinking its hooks into three U.S. sports franchises.

The kingdom’s insatiable appetite and bottomless riches are remaking global culture.

He’s reportedly heading to Saudi Arabia to cash in—and help a murderous regime launder its reputation.

A growing array of shows hype up the feel-good drama of modern sports—while tuning out the controversy.

A conversation with Ryan O’Hanlon, author of “Net Gains: Inside the Beautiful Game’s Analytics Revolution”

The Qatar World Cup never should have happened. But there are signs that the world is finally waking up to the corrupt arrangements that brought it about.

This tournament has been chaotic, breathtaking, tragic, and wonderful. How do we make sense of it?

The African nation’s Cinderella run through the tournament was entirely unexpected outside of Marrakech. Now, fans of underdogs are united under its banner.

Tomorrow, the United States Men’s National Team plays the Netherlands in a must-win game. Is this the start of a beautiful rivalry?

No, it is not going to win the World Cup (this year), but it is fun as hell.

Iran’s players made a bold protest statement the other day. But like it or not, on the pitch, they represent national glory in which the regime wants to bathe.

An Iranian state media reporter pressed Tyler Adams about racism in America. The men's soccer captain answered thoughtfully.

“Denying us the armband is the same as denying us a voice,” the German team wrote on Twitter.

Soccer’s governing body is destroying the World Cup—but for once, the comically corrupt organization is getting called out for its sins.

Amid nationwide protests in Iran, Iran's national team chose to stay silent during the national anthem before its game against England.

The next few weeks will be a constant reminder that the biggest tournament in the sports world should never have been awarded to Qatar.

As Saudi Arabia’s takeover of English soccer club Newcastle proves, the media is highly susceptible to sportswashing by corrupt regimes.

Even if the breakaway competition fails, it illustrates that the beautiful game was long ago captured by the rich.