FIFA is evaluating a potential offside rule change inspired by Arsène Wenger, as Gianni Infantino outlines broader refereeing reforms ahead of 2026.

Soccer, otherwise known as football, is a relatively simple sport. Eleven players play on each team who, aside from the goalkeeper, can't touch the ball with their hands and must put the ball in the ...

One of football’s most debated rules could soon be tested under a new interpretation on the professional stage. The Canadian Premier League is preparing to trial Arsène Wenger’s proposed offside ...

World Cup soccer is back again, which means one of the most controversial calls in sports is returning, as well. The offside rule has caused some of the most frustrating moments ever in soccer and is ...

Bruno Guimaraes celebrates Newcastle United's 2-1 win against Manchester United in November as referee Sam Barrott blows the final whistle Oli Scarff/Getty Images Ten or so miles outside of Cardiff is ...

Daniel Ballard of Sunderland during the Premier League match between Sunderland and Aston Villa at Stadium of Light on September 21, 2025 / Dan Ballard's strike being blocked by Kevin Danso in the ...

Real Madrid's Arda Guler celebrates a goal against Benfica but it is ruled out for offside Clive Brunskill/Getty Images The Athletic FC ⚽ is The Athletic’s daily football (or soccer, if you prefer) ...

Every four years, there's going to be a surprising amount of pushback against the offside rule in soccer (world football). Those who turn on the World Cup and are mostly new to the game will be ...

'It's a different level' - Anthony Gordon claims Premier League stars would struggle with La Liga demands after stunning Barcelona start Anthony Gordon has enjoyed a remarkable start to his Barcelona ...