FIGC
OrganizationsFederazione Italiana Giuoco Calcio; the Italian Football Federation, the governing body of football in Italy.
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FIFA
Fédération Internationale de Football Association; the international governing body of association football.
ECA
European Club Association; a body representing the interests of professional association football clubs in UEFA.
USSF
United States Soccer Federation (often referred to as U.S. Soccer); the official governing body of the sport of soccer in the United States.
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A parent's guide to understanding the tiered leagues in U.S. girls' youth soccer, from ECNL to recreational leagues.
Guide to the New MLS Next Divisions: MLS Next Homegrown and MLS Next Academy Divisions Explained
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A clear breakdown of the different divisions within MLS NEXT, explaining the homegrown player rule and the academy structure.
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August 1, 2025
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The age group cut-off date is moving from a January 1st birth year to an August 1st school year system.