Soccer

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Charlotte will host the Major League Soccer All-Star game for the first time in 2026, according to a person familiar with the decision.

GENEVA (AP) — They were star prospects aged 18 when Norway last played in the quarterfinals at the Women’s European Championship.

TORONTO — Soccer fans looking to take in the 2026 World Cup will be able to apply for FIFA's first ticket draw starting Sept. 10, soccer's world governing body announced Tuesday in a release.

BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Barcelona star Lamine Yamal has been criticized and could face an investigation for reportedly hiring people with dwarfism as entertainers during his lavish 18th birthday party this weekend.

Applications for tickets for the 2026 World Cup open Sept. 10, FIFA said Tuesday. The next edition of the tournament, which will be co-hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United States, kicks off at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City on June 11.

LONDON (AP) — Brentford signed England international Jordan Henderson on a two-year deal on Tuesday and described the midfielder as “one of the most influential leaders” in the Premier League.

ZURICH (AP) — Women’s soccer is continuing to grow and this time it is Switzerland which is highlighting that trend.

UTRECHT, The Netherlands (AP) — Jessey Sneijder, the son of former Dutch soccer star Wesley Sneijder, has signed his first professional contract with FC Utrecht.

Toronto FC (4-11-6, 13th in the Eastern Conference) vs. San Diego FC (13-6-3, first in the Western Conference) San Diego; Wednesday, 10:30 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: San Diego -310, Toronto FC +710, Draw +430; over/under is 3.

CF Montreal (3-13-6, 14th in the Eastern Conference) vs. Philadelphia Union (13-5-4, first in the Eastern Conference) Chester, Pennsylvania; Wednesday, 7:30 p.m.