Soccer Fans Spread Compassion Following Disastrous Plane Crash
A wave of solidarity following a plane crash that killed an entire team has swept through the world of professional soccer—moving fans and opponents alike.
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Watch A-League Soccer Player Stop Game to Rescue Felled Seagull
After the unlucky bird was struck by a low-flying ball pass, Danny Vukovic dashed to the injured gull's side and stopped gameplay.
Dying Man's Last Wish Fulfilled 45 Minutes Before He Passes Away
After being a Manchester United fan for over 50 years, Paddy Lawler was able to die peacefully with his bucket list wish granted.
Persistent Pup Scores Job and Adoration After Charging into Soccer Game For Fetch
A hilariously impressive pup won hearts this weekend after she charged onto a soccer field mid-match and proceeded to make some passes.
Groundbreaking Invention Helps Workers Stay Cool in 122 Degree Heat
Workers building the World Cup stadiums in Qatar are now a lot more comfortable in the heat, thanks to this invention ironically powered by the sun.
When Boy Donates Prized Jersey For Puerto Rico Relief, Soccer Hero Responds in Kind
This 7-year-old donated his most prized possession to raise money for Puerto Rico – and he managed to impress his soccer hero in the process.
World's First Soccer Pitch at a Subway Stop Brings Joyful Exercise to Underserved People
Since the free soccer field is on top of the station, it makes the sport more accessible to low-income residents who can't afford to drive a car or pay field fees.
Boy Forwards Money He Found to Soccer Player Because 'We Can't Keep What's Not Ours'
A noble young soccer fan refused to keep a £5 note he found because "we can't keep what is not ours" - so, he gave it to his soccer hero instead.
Men on Norway's Soccer Team Take Wage Cut So Women Players Earn Equal Pay (They Already Win More)
Despite consistently performing better than the men's team, the Norwegian women's soccer team has been paid far less than their counterparts - until now.
Soccer Star Helps to Launch 'World's Largest Inclusive School' for Disabled Children to Be Students and Teachers
The Brazilian athlete hopes that the 'school' will raise awareness about the lack of educational opportunities made available to special needs kids.
Chelsea Soccer Club to Fight Antisemitism by Offering Education at Auschwitz for Racist Fans, Rather Than Bans
The Chelsea football club is so dedicated to curbing fans' racist behavior, they are paying for educational courses at Auschwitz, rather than banning them.
19-Year-old French Superstar Donates Every Penny of World Cup Earnings to Charity
Kylian Mbappe is being called a "wonderkid" for his skills on the field – but he is just as outstanding off the pitch as well.
When Goalie Loses First Game 11-0, His Dad Posts Clip of His Saves and Prompts Outpouring of Support
A young father's earnest plea for encouragement towards his son has garnered thousands of responses from fellow soccer fans and top athletes.
When His Fortune Cookie Said it Was His Lucky Day, He Bought a Lottery Ticket That Proved it Was Indeed
The Maryland man bought the lottery ticket in honor of his favorite soccer player – and as fortune would have it, it turned out to be a winner.
Vietnam Fan Chasing Bus of Favorite English Team Gets Surprise When They Stop
A young fan of a London football team that was in Vietnam for an international match showed such spunk by running after the tour bus that the team wanted to meet him. Vu Xuan Tien, 20, wore an Arsenal team jersey and smiled and waved as he dodged traffic and obstacles along a 5-mile stretch in Hanoi. Finally the team decided to stop and let him climb aboard.
11 World Cup Stars, Like Ronaldo and Neymar, Make Ebola Safety Video
Top international football players are joining forces in the "11 against Ebola" campaign, featuring Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar Jr, Philipp Lahm and others, to promote 11 simple health messages for West Africans and those who might come in contact with Ebola.
Score! Gift of Football Tickets Turns Into Game-Changer For Homeless Man
After a surprise Christmas gift, when a man took him to a football match, a homeless guy scored new goals in the game of life.
Greek Football Teams Stop Play to Sit Down and Honor Lost Refugees
Greek football teams spent the first two minutes of their match sitting in silent remembrance of refugees who've lost their lives in seas not far away.
New Goal for German Football Stars: Helping Refugees
German football clubs and players are standing up for refugees and urging their fans to join in a team effort across the country.
Tsunami Boy Found Wearing Ronaldo Jersey in 2004 Now Signed by Club
A six-year-old tsunami survivor rescued wearing a Cristiano Ronaldo jersey eleven years ago will follow in his football hero's footsteps.
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