Soccer

Inter Miami signs 5-time Champions League winner Casemiro — but did they tamper?

Inter Miami CF on Wednesday announced the signing of Brazilian midfielder Carlos Henrique Casemiro, adding one of soccer’s most experienced and successful players to its roster.

Up for Debate: Argentina or Spain?

The World Cup final is set, and soccer fans are debating one big question: Will Lionel Messi and Argentina lift the trophy once again, or will Spain claim the championship?

FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina, England, Spain, France advance to semi-finals

Emma Kate Willman, a South Carolina-based influencer known as Erling Haaland’s doppelganger, found another lookalike when she hosted a contest on Saturday in Miami.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Is that Erling Haaland or the winner of the look-alike contest in Miami?

Emma Kate Willman, a South Carolina-based influencer known as Erling Haaland’s doppelganger, found another lookalike when she hosted a contest on Saturday in Miami.

English newlyweds cross the Atlantic for World Cup honeymoon at Miami Stadium

An English couple is spending their honeymoon with a trip to the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal in South Florida.

Erling Haaland look-alike contest heads to Brickell before World Cup quarterfinal

Soccer fans with Viking spirit and slicked-back blonde hair will have a chance to show off their best Erling Haaland impression Saturday at a look-alike contest in Miami, with the winner taking home two tickets to the World Cup quarterfinal between Norway and England.

Norway, England fans fill South Beach bars, restaurants ahead of World Cup quarterfinal

Ocean Drive turned into an international fan zone Friday as thousands of supporters from Norway and England flooded Miami Beach ahead of Saturday’s FIFA World Cup quarterfinal at Hard Rock Stadium.

Argentina edges Cape Verde 3-2 in extra-time thriller as fans pack Miami Beach watch parties

The rhythm of the World Cup echoed through Manolo’s Restaurant and across the Miami Beach Bandshell on Friday night as fans packed watch parties to see Argentina narrowly survive a Cape Verde upset bid in a 3-2 extra-time thriller.

Fans line up to see Messi as Argentina, Cape Verde set for World Cup showdown at Miami Stadium

Argentina and Cape Verde are set to face off Friday in a Round of 32 match at the 2026 World Cup, with fans already gathering in South Florida hoping to catch a glimpse of one of soccer’s biggest stars.

Argentina team departs for practice as fans cheer outside hotel

Argentina’s national soccer team departed its Fort Lauderdale hotel for practice on Thursday as a couple dozen fans gathered outside hoping to catch a glimpse of the World Cup favorites.

Thousands of Colombia fans pack Bayfront Park for final group stage match

Thousands of soccer fans packed Bayfront Park on Saturday ahead of Colombia’s Group K finale against Portugal, turning downtown Miami into a sea of yellow jerseys.

Miami Children’s Museum opens Planet Soccer during World Cup

As World Cup excitement continues to build across South Florida, the Miami Children’s Museum is giving children a chance to get in the game with its newest interactive exhibit.

During Miami event, Ronaldinho announces signing with Ravenna FC

On Tuesday night, Cipriani Miami played host to a moment that brought together soccer royalty, culture, and Italian hospitality.

Local 10 Special: Countdown to the Cup!

Join Local 10 Sports Director Will Manso, and reporters Clay Ferraro and Kacy Hintz as Miami rolls out the red carpet ahead of Monday’s first World Cup match in South Florida!

Broward native Alex Freeman set for World Cup debut with US men’s national team

Alex Freeman grew up playing soccer on fields across Broward County, dreaming of one day representing his country on the sport’s biggest stage. Now, the 21-year-old defender is on the verge of making that dream a reality.

From food to fan zones, South Florida businesses embrace World Cup fever

From arenas to clubs, businesses across Broward and Miami-Dade counties are finding creative ways to celebrate the world’s biggest sporting event.

Haiti’s World Cup dream inspires South Florida’s next generation

For many in South Florida’s Haitian community, the road to the FIFA World Cup is about much more than soccer.

Up for Debate: Who will win the 2026 FIFA World Cup?

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup set to kick off Thursday, fans are already weighing in on one of the tournament’s biggest questions: Who will take home the title?

Community soccer festival brings fans together in South Florida

A three-day community soccer festival is bringing players and fans together from across South Florida this weekend.

Broward’s free FIFA World Cup watch parties will be at in-door arena for 18,000

There will be four free FIFA World Cup watch parties at the Amerant Bank Arena, an indoor arena that can host 18,000 guests in Sunrise.

Miami leaders gather for FIFA World Cup Host Committee Gala

All eyes were on the Faena in Miami Beach on Thursday night as key international, national and local figures gathered for the FIFA World Cup Host Committee Gala.

‘Super Bowl for 45 days straight’: South Florida braces for economic boost ahead of World Cup

Signs of soccer’s biggest competition are already appearing across South Florida as officials and business owners prepare for an expected tourism surge tied to the FIFA World Cup.

Thousands of free World Cup tickets available for veterans, military members and first responders

Veterans, active-duty military members and first responders will have a chance to attend FIFA World Cup 2026 matches for free through a new partnership that was announced on Wednesday by Bank of America, FIFA and Vet Tix.

Emilio Estefan contributes song to FIFA World Cup 2026 soundtrack

Excitement continues to build in Miami as the FIFA World Cup 2026 approaches, and the tournament’s soundtrack is getting a South Florida touch.

How the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage could unfold

The 2026 FIFA World Cup starts in less than two weeks, and every participating country has released its roster for the tournament.

Miami police, firefighters face off in World Cup prep soccer match

A little rain didn’t dampen spirits Saturday as the city of Miami’s police and fire departments faced off in a friendly soccer match at Curtis Park, part of the city’s buildup to the FIFA World Cup.

Hard Rock Stadium to be renamed ‘Miami Stadium’ during World Cup matches

As part of agreements with FIFA, all stadiums being used for the World Cup will have to remove naming rights and certain sponsor logos before play begins.

Inter Miami win first game in Nu Stadium

After four failed attempts, Inter Miami CF finally won its first home match in Nu Stadium 2-0 against the Portland Timbers.

Messi and Inter Miami host the Portland Timbers

Lionel Messi leads Inter Miami into a matchup with the Portland Timbers fresh off of a three-goal performance against Cincinnati.

Inter Miami hosts Orlando City in first Florida derby at Nu Stadium

Inter Miami CF hosts Orlando City SC on Saturday in a highly anticipated Florida derby.

Inter Miami seeks first win in Nu Stadium vs. New England

Inter Miami CF is coming off a successful road trip, beating both the Colorado Rapids and Real Salt Lake.

Lionel Messi scores 2 goals, Inter Miami beats Rapids 3-2, extends unbeaten streak to 7 games

Lionel Messi had two goals, Germán Berterame scored a goal for the second consecutive game, and Inter Miami beat the Colorado Rapids 3-2 on Saturday to extend their unbeaten streak to seven games.

Soccer legend Mia Hamm hosts youth soccer camp in Fort Lauderdale

World Cup winner and two-time Olympic gold medalist Mia Hamm made a stop in South Florida on Saturday to host a soccer camp.

Mascherano out as Inter Miami head coach, cites ‘personal reasons’

Inter Miami CF head coach Javier Mascherano announced on Tuesday that he is stepping down from his role for “personal reasons.”

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami get 2-2 tie with Red Bulls, after 17-year-old Mehmeti scores late

Lionel Messi scored two goals in a Champions League match for Barcelona on April 8, 2009, which was two days after Adri Mehmeti was born.

Messi scores, but Inter Miami only gets 2-2 tie with Austin FC in opener of new stadium

Lionel Messi scored on the long-awaited opening night in his new home stadium. And Luis Suarez found a way to tie things up late in the second half.

Nu Stadium era begins with Inter Miami vs. Austin FC

After five straight road games to start the 2026 MLS season, Inter Miami CF will finally play at home in its brand-new stadium -- Nu Stadium -- on Saturday at 7:30 p.m.

Miami’s World Cup Fan Fest in jeopardy amid federal funding delays

Miami’s planned FIFA World Cup Fan Festival at Bayfront Park could be in trouble as organizers wait on millions of dollars in federal security funding.

MLS Cup champions Inter Miami begin preseason tour in Peru

The reigning Major League Soccer Cup champions, Inter Miami CF, will begin their 2026 Champions Tour preseason Saturday in Peru.

White House appointee explains FIFA World Cup preparations in Miami-Dade

President Donald Trump’s appointee to lead the White House task force on the FIFA World Cup 2026 said he expects the matches at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami-Dade County will result in an economic output of at least $3 billion.

Fort Lauderdale police video shows men linked to South American theft group stalking Colombian soccer players

Body-worn camera video exclusively obtained by Local 10 shows the moments police detained men accused of following two members of the Colombian national soccer team days before a big match in Fort Lauderdale against New Zealand.

Messi receives 2nd MLS MVP award, young talent competes in new Messi Cup

Inter Miami is celebrating Lionel Messi on Tuesday after the Major League Soccer Cup victory on Saturday at the Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale.

Miami Gardens to host key World Cup matchups, including Brazil–Scotland and Portugal–Colombia

The four World Cup group-stage matches taking place at Hard Rock Stadium were confirmed Saturday.

Haiti’s long-awaited World Cup return comes with formidable Group C challenge

With the 2026 World Cup draw taking place Friday, Haiti learned which opponents it will face in next summer’s tournament.

Inter Miami hosts Vancouver in MLS Cup Final

Inter Miami CF will play in the MLS Cup Final for the first time in club history when the Vancouver Whitecaps travel to Chase Stadium for the match Saturday at 2:30 p.m.

World Sevens Tournament debuts in Fort Lauderdale with fast pace and big prize pool

Players and fans from around the world are arriving in Fort Lauderdale as the World Sevens Football Tournament makes its North American debut on Friday.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Group B: Switzerland advances as winner

The four teams in Group B competing to move forward to the quarterfinals of the FIFA World Cup 2026 are Canada (27), Bosnia and Herzegovina (64), Qatar (51), and Switzerland (17).

FIFA World Cup 2026 Group A: Mexico advances as winner

FIFA announced Mexico’s national team is part of the World Cup’s Group A, and the team’s first matches will be on June 11, June 18, and June 24.

FIFA draws 12 groups for World Cup 2026; Trump accepts soccer’s top peace prize

The FIFA World Cup will have 48 teams in 12 groups of four. The U.S. is in Group D. Mexico is in Group A. Canada is in Group B.

World Cup draw nears as qualifying picture clears for 2026 tournament

With the second-to-last FIFA World Cup qualifying matches complete, there is now a clearer picture of how the groups may look for the 2026 tournament in North America.

Messi scores but Nashville staves off MLS Cup elimination in Game 2 win over Inter Miami

Lionel Messi scored a late goal but sixth-seeded Nashville beat No. 3 seed Inter Miami 2-1 in Game 2 of the first round of the MLS Cup playoffs on Saturday night.

Messi nets hat trick in Inter Miami’s 5-2 win over Nashville

Inter Miami CF traveled to Nashville for its final regular-season game of the 2025 Major League Soccer season on Saturday night.

‘It’s like 7 Super Bowls’: Miami’s Bayfront Park to host FIFA World Cup fan festival

The FIFA World Cup 26 Miami Host Committee has officially chosen Bayfront Park as the home of the FIFA Fan Festival Miami, the city’s main celebration during the tournament.

Fort Lauderdale United dominate first place Dallas Trinity

Fort Lauderdale United FC hosted top-seeded Dallas Trinity FC on Saturday evening, and from start to finish, it was a one-sided affair in favor of the home side.

Fort Lauderdale United FC draws with Carolina Ascent FC

Fort Lauderdale United FC hosted Carolina Ascent FC in its second game of the season.

Fort Lauderdale United FC kicks off season with 3-3 draw against Lexington SC

Fort Lauderdale United FC kicked off its season Saturday with a six-goal thriller against Lexington SC.

Rodríguez nets first MLS goal to salvage draw for Inter Miami

Inter Miami traveled to Washington, D.C., on Saturday to face D.C. United.

Inter Miami trades Callender to Charlotte, sells Redondo to Elche

Inter Miami’s former starting goalkeeper, Drake Callender, was traded to Charlotte FC on Wednesday.

Fort Lauderdale United FC set to kick off new season, with all matches airing live on Local 10

Professional women’s soccer is getting ready to make its return to South Florida as Fort Lauderdale United FC opens its highly anticipated 2025–26 USL Super League season on Aug. 23.

Orlando crushes Messi-less Inter Miami in Florida derby

Inter Miami visited in-state rival Orlando City for the Florida derby on Sunday — and things went south quickly.

No Messi, no problem; Inter Miami advances to the next round of Leagues Cup

In the final game of the first round of the Leagues Cup on Wednesday, Inter Miami needed a win to advance to the quarterfinals.

Messi leaves Inter Miami’s Leagues Cup win with hamstring injury

In Inter Miami’s penalty shootout win over Club Necaxa, superstar Lionel Messi suffered a hamstring injury in the 11th minute, forcing him to leave the game.

Short-handed Inter Miami steal a point from FC Cincinnati

Inter Miami hosted second place FC Cincinnati in a rematch between the two Eastern Conference power houses.

Inter Miami makes it 4 wins in a row in MLS as Lionel Messi makes history

Inter Miami stayed on the road Wednesday night as they faced off against the New England Revolution in an Eastern Conference battle.

WPLG Local 10 announces multi-year broadcast partnership with Fort Lauderdale United FC

WPLG Local 10 is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with Fort Lauderdale United FC, becoming the exclusive broadcast partner for the South Florida-based women’s professional soccer club.

Inter Miami makes history during their FIFA Club World Cup campaign

No one expected Inter Miami to make noise during the FIFA Club World Cup; the club went ahead and proved everyone wrong.

Fort Lauderdale United FC prepares for 1st-ever USL Super League final in Tampa

The professional soccer players of two Florida teams were training on Wednesday to make history this weekend.

Want a chance to meet Messi in Miami? Take your shot — literally

Lionel Messi’s new hydration drink, Más+ by Messi, has launched its first-ever “Trick Shot Challenge,” giving fans across the country — especially in South Florida — a shot at meeting the soccer icon himself.

Copa America final in Miami: Not everyone is happy about 25 minutes with Shakira

In a clash of interests, between athleticism and entertainment, Colombia’s national head coach said he was worried that the 25-minute half-time-show with Shakira could hurt players during the Copa America final.

Copa America final in Miami: Temperatures to lower tonight for Argentina vs. Colombia match

Argentina and Colombia fans should expect lower temperatures and a 10% chance of rain during the historic Copa America final match on Thursday night at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens.

Copa America final in Miami: Loyal Argentina-Colombia fans wait outside hotels for a chance to see their teams

Soccer fans worldwide have their eyes on Miami ahead of the Copa América 2024 final on Sunday at the Hard Rock Stadium. Still, the most loyal local fans were in Dania Beach and Coral Gables — despite the high 106-degree peak heat index.

Copa America final in Miami: Fontainebleau’s watch party is by the pool

There were still tickets available Thursday for the Copa América final between Argentina and Colombia at 8 p.m., Sunday, at the Hard Rock Stadium, in Miami Gardens — but the resale prices were soaring.

Copa America final in Miami: Bandshell to host watch party for hundreds

The Rhythm Foundation, a non-profit cultural organization, announced planning a watch party for the Copa América final on Sunday night at the Miami Beach Bandshell if the weather permits.

Copa America final in Miami: Stadium low-level club tickets start at $5,620; upper-level tickets start at $1,624

Copa America final in Miami: Here are some facts about Argentina’s soccer team

The Copa América final is between Argentina and Colombia at 8 p.m., on Sunday, at the Hard Rock Stadium, in Miami Gardens.

Copa America final in Miami: Officials release safety tips for fans of Argentina, Colombia

Sunday will be extraordinary for the world’s billions of soccer fans who plan to watch four of the best teams compete in two finals. And it will be even more remarkable for the tens of thousands of fans who will witness the matches in person.

FIFA World Cup Miami Host Committee co-chair on Hard Rock Stadium game: ‘We are putting the band back together’

FIFA announced on Sunday that the game for third place in the 2026 World Cup will be at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami-Dade County.

Passion for soccer fuels lawsuit against North Bay Village, mayor

In a 12-page lawsuit, World Eleven blames North Bay Village for The Argentine Football Association’s decision to cancel a franchise contract in April, which resulted in an ongoing contract dispute in Argentina’s judicial system, according to the lawsuit.