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Belgium's Hans Vanaken celebrates scoring the team's third goal with Dodi Lukebakio and Youri Tielemans as Antonee Robinson of the U.S. reacts, July 6.

USMNT’s World Cup dream ends with familiar Round of 16 exit

Belgium's 4-1 victory exposes the gap between the United States and the world's elite as controversy surrounding Folarin Balogun's overturned suspension
By Collyn Cowles, Assistant Sports Editor | July 10, 2026

  The United States men’s national team captivated the country throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup. On Monday night their tournament dreams came to an end in familiar fashion with a 4-1 loss to...

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Opinion: The World Cup is an opportunity for Americans

The World Cup can let Americans and the world see the best in each other.
By James VanLooy, Opinion Writer | July 7, 2026

  Countries from across the entire globe come together every four years to play the world’s most popular game, soccer. For the second time, the U.S. has the honor of hosting the Men’s World...

Alex Freeman of the U.S. celebrates scoring their second goal with Cristian Roldan and Alex Zendejas. REUTERS/Albert Gea

United States advances as World Cup delivers

Host nation secures a place in the knockout round with a match to spare as upsets, record crowds and memorable moments define the tournament’s opening week.
By Collyn Cowles, Assistant Sports Editor | June 22, 2026

  The opening week of the 2026 FIFA World Cup has already produced drama, plenty of surprises and unforgettable moments that make this tournament one of the biggest spectacles in sports.  Over...

Real Salt Lake's Zavier Gozo and Stijn Spierings celebrating a goal vs Austin FC at America First Field on March 14, 2026. (Photo by Collyn Cowles | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Real Salt Lake finding early momentum to start 2026 MLS season

A dramatic win over Austin FC, Luna’s return and major contributions from young players have RSL off to a 3-1 start to the 2026 MLS season.
By Collyn Cowles, Assistant Sports Editor | March 18, 2026

  Real Salt Lake has opened the 2026 MLS season with some momentum, improving to 3-1 on the season after a grueling 2-1 win over Austin FC at America First Field on Saturday, March 14. Through...

Real Salt Lake defenders DeAndre Yedlin (2) and Justen Glad (15) against Minnesota United FC on August 23, 2025. (Photo by Collyn Cowles | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Real Salt Lake’s season ends with fourth straight first-round exit

RSL’s playoff run was cut short once again as Portland ended their postseason hopes in a 3–1 wild card loss Oct. 22.
By Collyn Cowles, Assistant Sports Editor | November 1, 2025

  Major League Soccer’s playoff format may have changed several times in recent years, but one thing has remained constant for Real Salt Lake: postseason heartbreak. The Claret and Cobalt’s...

Utes defender Ryann Cull (17) vs the University of Colorado on Thursday, Oct. 16. (Photo by Collyn Cowles | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Utes split 4-game stretch as conference play heats up

Women's soccer battled through tough stretch in the last few weeks, earning key Big 12 wins as the postseason race intensifies.
By Collyn Cowles, Assistant Sports Editor | October 19, 2025

  The University of Utah women’s soccer team wrapped up a challenging four-game stretch that saw them split four results against Big 12 opponents, earning two road wins and a loss before falling...

Utes Defender Ryann Cull (17) v. West Virginia on Sept. 27, 2025. (Photo by Collyn Cowles | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Utah Women’s Soccer Opens Big 12 Slate With 3 Gritty Battles

Still seeking their first win in conference play, the Utes fell to TCU before battling to draws against Cincinnati and West Virginia in their first three Big 12 matches.
By Collyn Cowles, Assistant Sports Editor | September 28, 2025

  Three games into the Big 12, the Utah women’s soccer team is still searching for its first conference win, though the effort and competitiveness have been evident. The Utes have shown they can...

LAFC's Son Heung-Min on a breakaway vs Real Salt Lake on Sept. 17, 2025 in Sandy, UT. (Photo by Collyn Cowles | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Son Heung-Min’s Hat Trick Sinks RSL as Playoff Hopes Dim

The South Korean star led LAFC past Real Salt Lake 4-1 with three goals on Wednesday, leaving the Claret and Cobalt clinging to fading playoff hopes.
By Collyn Cowles, Assistant Sports Editor | September 19, 2025

  Son Heung-Min needed just six matches to stamp his name on Major League Soccer, and he did it in emphatic fashion on Wednesday night in Sandy, Utah. The South Korean star scored a hat trick...

Utes goalkeeper Emeline McClenahan vs Westminster on Aug. 21, 2025. (Photo by Collyn Cowles | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Utah Women’s Soccer Wraps Non-Conference Play 5-3-1

With a solid start, Utah women’s soccer aims to continue their strong form entering competitive Big 12 conference play.
By Collyn Cowles, Assistant Sports Editor | September 15, 2025

  The University of Utah women's soccer team wrapped up its non-conference schedule on Sunday, Sept. 14 following a challenging three-match home stand that saw the Utes go 1-2, with a win over...

Utes forward Alex Schoenstadt (4) and Utes defender Madison Encinas (22) against Westminster Aug. 21, 2025 at Ute Field. (Photo by Collyn Cowles | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Bullock Lifts Utah Past Washington, LSU Hands Utes First Home Loss

Forward Kelly Bullock’s late strike stunned Washington Thursday night before LSU delivered first Utes’ home defeat last Sunday.
By Collyn Cowles, Assistant Sports Editor | September 9, 2025

  The University of Utah women’s soccer team earned one of its biggest wins of the season against the University of Washington on Thursday, Sept. 4, then followed it with a disappointing defeat...