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From the Golden Ball to the USMNT, The Denver Gazette's predictions | 2026 World Cup preview

Updated 5 days ago

The Denver Gazette gives its predictions for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Paul Klee, sports editor The USMNT will… shock the world with a quarterfinal...

11 players from 11 countries to know before kickoff — and Italy's absence | 2026 World Cup Insider

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Denver Gazette reporter Vinny Benedetto takes you around the World Cup: The biggest stage of the beautiful game is back on American soil for the...

Why Denver missed out on hosting 2026 World Cup matches: ‘It’s a shame’

Updated 6 days ago

Peek behind the curtain to discover why the 2026 World Cup passed on the Mile High City. Denver rolled out the red carpet when FIFA...

Betting guide for World Cup | 2026 World Cup preview

Updated 6 days ago

The World Cup returns to the United States for the first time since 1994 with the biggest field in history. The 48-team World Cup field...

Australia’s Lucas Herrington joins long history of Rapids players to compete in World Cup | 2026 World Cup preview

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Where to watch the World Cup in Denver

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Mark Kiszla: World Cup celebrates soccer's rise into big four of American sports | 2026 World Cup preview

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Rapids goalkeeper Zack Steffen undergoes successful shoulder surgery | Colorado Sunshine

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Switchbacks' 'Duke' Lacroix embraces once-in-a-lifetime opportunity with Haiti | 2026 World Cup Preview

Updated 2 weeks ago

Colorado Rapids defender Lucas Herrington, 18, named to Australia's World Cup roster

Updated 2 weeks ago

What was the most painful playoff loss in Denver sports history? | Friday Faceoff

Updated 3 weeks ago

From feeding Messi to selling at Denver airport, Maria Empanada is having its moment

Updated 3 weeks ago

PHOTOS: Rapids Defeat Switchbacks 3-2 in Double Overtime & 7 Shootouts

Updated 2 months ago

If Broncos want a big splash, bring NFL draft to Red Rocks | The Starting Lineup

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Mark Kiszla: Messi magic in Broncos Country as Denver becomes the U.S. fútbol capital for a day

Updated 2 months ago

With the Broncos stadium awash in a pink sea of Lionel Messi jerseys, Denver was transformed into a fútbol town as rowdy as Buenos Aires...

Messi mania comes to Denver as Rapids host defending MLS Cup champion Inter Miami CF

Updated 2 months ago

Messi mania is coming to Denver Saturday. The Colorado Rapids announced Friday that more than 70,000 tickets had been sold for the club’s 30th anniversary...

Lionel Messi in Denver: What you need to know for Rapids vs. Inter Miami game

Updated 2 months ago

It's not every day that the greatest soccer player of all-time (arguably) is in Denver. The Colorado Rapids are set to host Lionel Messi and...

Colorado Rapids win first MLS championship | Nov. 21, 2010 | Colorado's Top 150 Sports Moments

Updated 2 months ago

Happy birthday, Colorado — and Colorado sports. Leading into the state's 150th birthday Aug. 1, The Denver Gazette has partnered with the Colorado Sports Hall of Fame to publicize the definitive list...

Will soccer icon Lionel Messi join Inter Miami at Empower Field? | The Starting Lineup

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Broncos, Avs, Nuggets see growth in Sportico's list of franchise valuations | Colorado Sunshine

Updated 3 months ago

Colorado Rapids announce downtown Denver soccer experience this summer

Updated 3 months ago

Rapids' Brian Crookham named to Colorado Soccer Hall of Fame | Colorado Sunshine

Updated 4 months ago

Colorado Rapids acquire forward Dante Sealy from CF Montreal | Colorado Sunshine

Updated 6 months ago

Rapids to host Inter Miami — and maybe Lionel Messi — at Empower Field in April

Updated 6 months ago

Rapids set to name Tottenham assistant Matt Wells as new coach, according to report

Updated 6 months ago

Lionel Messi, Inter Miami scheduled to come to Colorado in April 2026

Updated 7 months ago

Colorado Rapids part ways with head coach Armas after two seasons

Updated 8 months ago

Rapids acquire U.S. Men’s National Team midfielder Paxten Aaronson

Updated 10 months ago

Colorado Rapids and LAFC confirm CONCACAF investigation into alleged verbal abuse incident

Updated 1 year ago

The Colorado Rapids and Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) have confirmed CONCACAF is investigating an allegation from Rapids defender Chidozie Awaziem regarding an incident that...

Denver NWSL brings excitement to Colorado soccer community

Updated 1 year ago

A NWSL team is officially coming to Denver.Denver on Thursday was announced as the league’s 16th franchise, set to begin play with the 2026 season....

Denver secures NWSL franchise with record $110 million expansion fee, report says

Updated 1 year ago

Denver's getting an NWSL team.Denver will be home to the National Women's Soccer League's 16th franchise after submitting the first payment fee Tuesday, according to...

Colorado Rapids confident in continuing wild Leagues Cup run against familiar foe LAFC

Updated 2 years ago

A more familiar opponent does little to diminish the challenges Colorado Rapids will face Wednesday in a Leagues Cup semifinal in Los Angeles.After beating four...