Soccer Headlines

Altidore scores, US beats Honduras 1-0

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 01:23:28 -0400

No amount of tight defense could keep Jozy Altidore from doing what he does best.

Brazil protesters clash with police in Sao Paulo

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:09:04 -0400

Protesters surrounding the city hall of Brazil's biggest city have clashed with police when a small group of demonstrators tried to force their way into the building.

RailHawks to host Puebla FC in July

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:25:56 -0400

The Carolina RailHawks will host two-time Mexican Premier Division Champion, Puebla FC, at WakeMed Soccer Park Saturday, July 6, in Cary.

Australia, South Korea, Iran qualify for World Cup

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:11:52 -0400

Australia, Iran and South Korea won spots at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil on a dramatic final day of Asian qualifying Tuesday.

Railhawks draw on the road with FC Edmonton

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 19:34:10 -0400

The RailHawks traveled to Canada this week to earn a 1-1 road draw against FC Edmonton .

Manchester City hires Manuel Pellegrini as manager

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 12:01:41 -0400

Manchester City hired Manuel Pellegrini as manager Friday, entrusting a man nicknamed "The Engineer" with constructing a team to reclaim the Premier League title and become a force in the Champions League.

FIFA monitoring violent protests in Brazil

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 12:36:06 -0400

FIFA has "full confidence" Brazilian police can cope with the violent protests and disorder in the streets leading to the country's warmup event for the 2014 World Cup.

FIFA rules male players can wear turbans

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 14:18:20 -0400

FIFA has ruled male head covers are acceptable to wear during matches, a decision that goes against the ban on turbans imposed by the sport's provincial governing body in Quebec.

Overtime goals send RailHawks past Chivas USA

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 14:14:19 -0400

Two overtime goals gave the RailHawks the 3-1 victory over Chivas USA to advance to the quarterfinals of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Wednesday at WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary.

RailHawks, MLS's Chivas USA set to square off in Open Cup 4th round

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 16:35:26 -0400

For the second consecutive year, the Carolina RailHawks will face Chivas USA of Major League Soccer in the fourth round of the 2013 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Wednesday at WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary, NC at 7 p.m.

Prosecutor brings $5M tax fraud case against Messi

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 10:18:38 -0400

A tax fraud lawsuit has been filed against Barcelona star Lionel Messi for $5.3 million in unpaid income tax.

With WCup a year away, Brazil vows to be ready

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 19:16:16 -0400

Brazil is a year from the World Cup, admitting to mistakes in its preparations but vowing to be ready in time.

'Happy One' Mourinho wants to create stability

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 12:24:53 -0400

With the bravado toned down and the swagger subdued, Jose Mourinho presented himself as the "Happy One" on Monday and promised a more tranquil second spell as Chelsea manager.

RailHawks set to host Chivas USA Wednesday

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 09:56:58 -0400

The Carolina RailHawks are set to host Major League Soccer team Chivas USA in the fourth round of the 2013 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Wednesday night at 7:00 pm at WakeMed Soccer Park.

RailHawks capture dramatic 2-1 victory over Tampa Bay

Sun, 09 Jun 2013 00:44:12 -0400

Once again, RailHawks midfielder Tiyi Shipalane came up with his late game magic to capture a 2-1 victory for the RailHawks (4W-3T-1L, 15pts) over the Tampa Bay Rowdies (3W-3T-3L, 12pts).

Evans' late goal lifts US over Jamaica 2-1

Sat, 08 Jun 2013 03:15:31 -0400

Brad Evans saved the United States from another deflating World Cup qualifier on the road.

Barca clears Messi to play in World Cup qualifier

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 08:34:02 -0400

Lionel Messi has been cleared by Barcelona's team doctors to play in Argentina's World Cup qualifiers against Colombia and Ecuador.

Brazil at historic low No. 22 in FIFA rankings

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 08:35:37 -0400

Brazil has dropped to a historic low of No. 22 in the FIFA rankings a year out from hosting the World Cup, and the United States rises one place to No. 28.

Cosmos sign jersey sponsorship with Emirates

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 16:15:53 -0400

With Pele looking on, the revived New York Cosmos signed a jersey sponsorship contract with Emirates Airline as the team prepares to start play in the second-tier North American Soccer League this summer.

Japan becomes 1st team to reach 2014 World Cup

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 09:20:20 -0400

Japan became the first team to qualify for the 2014 World Cup on Tuesday after a stoppage-time penalty kick by Keisuke Honda secured a 1-1 draw with Australia.

RailHawks draw in tense game with Strikers in Florida

Sat, 01 Jun 2013 23:24:13 -0400

The crowd in Fort Lauderdale braved evening rains and forecasted thunderstorms to attend the match between the Carolina RailHawks (3-3-1) and the Fort Lauderdale Strikers (2-2-4).

RailHawks advance 2-0 over LA Galaxy

Thu, 30 May 2013 08:09:19 -0400

The Carolina RailHawks advanced to the fourth round of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Wednesday with a 2-0 win over Major League Soccer's defending champions the LA Galaxy.

Replay: RailHawks v. LA Galaxy

Wed, 29 May 2013 21:18:48 -0400

The Carolina RailHawks will host the two-time defending MLS Champion, LA Galaxy, in the third round of the 2013 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup on Wednesday night at 7:00 pm at WakeMed Soccer Park.

RailHawks set to host Galaxy, Rogers

Wed, 29 May 2013 11:08:41 -0400

The Carolina RailHawks will host the two-time defending MLS Champion, LA Galaxy, in the third round of the 2013 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup on Wednesday night at 7:00 pm at WakeMed Soccer Park.