Soccer Coverage
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Chelsea, Wrexham prepare for friendly in Chapel Hill
Ahead of their match Wednesday, the two teams took the pitch at WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary. One thing they noticed in the state, was the heat and humidity. -
USWNT vies for third straight 2023 Women's World Cup, Team USA advances to round of 16
The U.S. women's national team plays at 3 a.m. Tuesday against Portugal in its third and final game of the group stage. -
2023 Women's World Cup: How will the USWNT defend their crown?
"WRAL Triangle and Two" hosts Louis Fernandez and Mark Bergin share the top storylines ahead of the 2023 Women's World Cup. It includes how the U.S. Women's National Team will look to win its third consecutive World Cup. -
'It's a dream for every player': NC Courage's Kerolin to make World Cup debut for Brazil
No country has won more men's World Cups than Brazil with five, but Brazil has never won a Women's World Cup. One player trying to change that this year is 23-year-old Kerolin Nicoli who also stars for the North Carolina Courage. -
Excitement grows for FC Series Chelsea vs. Wrexham game
Aaron Nelson with the Chapel Hill Chamber of Commerce joined WRAL's Ashley Rowe to discuss the importance of the game to the local economy and soccer scene. -
Witness a gamechanger: Inside the thrilling Chelsea-Wrexham FC showdown in Chapel Hill
Tens of thousands of people are expected to flock to Chapel Hill's Kenan Stadium Wednesday for the 2023 FC Series exhibition between Chelsea and Wrexham. -
Ireland's Denise O'Sullivan looks to lead team and country into first World Cup
The Women's World Cup begins next week. The NC Courage will have six players representing their countries and Courage Captain Denise O'Sullivan is one of them. WRAL Sports' Pat Welter explains why her appearance is a dream... decades in the making. -
Crews converting football field to soccer pitch at Kenan Stadium
Kenan Stadium will roll out the red carpet when Chelsea and Wrexham come to town next week. -
The 10 most successful countries in Women's World Cup history
OddsSeeker looked back at the eight tournaments over 32 years and compiled a list of the 10 most prosperous countries in Women's World Cup history. -
UNC grad Emily Fox talks World Cup
Defender Emily Fox, who played college soccer at the University of North Carolina and pro for the NC Courage, is on the roster for the 2023 Women's World Cup. She talked to 99.9 FM The Fan after the lineup was announced. -
3 local players headed to Women's World Cup
On Wednesday, 23 players were named to the U.S. Women's National Team for the World Cup, including Emily Fox and Crystal Dunn, both of whom played for the University of North Carolina, and current Courage goalkeeper Casey Murphy. -
2 from UNC and Courage goalie named to USWNT
On Wednesday, 23 players were named to the team, including Emily Fox and Crystal Dunn, both of whom played for the University of North Carolina, and current Courage goalkeeper Casey Murphy. -
The odds of all 32 national teams at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup
Their competitive spirit, ability to adapt to obstacles and adversity, and billions of adoring fans cheering them on all play a role in the 32 national teams that have found their way to the qualifying rounds of the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup. -
Lumberton teen signs major league soccer contract
Ivan Lopez will make the jump from Lumberton Junior High School to professional soccer this summer. -
'Ivan the Great' talks pro soccer future with Culture State
Ivan Lopez will make the jump from Lumberton Junior High School to professional soccer this summer. The 14-year-old signed a contract with the New England Revolution to play for the club's Under-15 team. -
TST crowns champion and awards $1 million prize
The tournament got off to a bumpy start Thursday with allegations of a racial slur, but thanks to tournament CEO John Mulgar, the players and the fans, the rest of the TST delivered thrilling action. WRAL Sport's Pat Welter was at Sunday's championship match and shows us how one team walked away with $1 million, and what the future might hold for TST. -
West Ham players take a knee day after racial slur allegation
West Ham players and Ali Mo FC players took a knee in solidarity at the start of their game on Friday. -
Stars come out for The Soccer Tournament in Cary
Star athletes like Steve Nash, Chris Paul, Chad Ochocinco Johnson and Clint Dempsey were out in Cary on Thursday for the first day of The Soccer Tournament. -
Traffic workarounds for The Soccer Tournament in Cary
The Soccer Tournament is expected to bring lots of delays around Cary this weekend. Brian Shrader shows you how to navigate around the backups. -
The Soccer Tournament kicks off with plenty of fanfare in Cary
Mia Hamm gives encouragement to the U.S. Women's team during Thursday's session at The Soccer Tournament in Cary. Hamm and Chris Paul were spotted at WakeMed Soccer Park on Thursday.