As the technology becomes more widespread and available, more soccer leagues and cups adopt the video assistant referee, or VAR. This fifth official works behind the scenes to identify several infractions that may go unnoticed on the field. VAR works to address fouls. That can be a foul in the build-up to a goal or […]

All pitch sizes in soccer are not equal. In fact, there is not a universally agreed upon set pitch size that all stadiums use. There are limits on the length, width, and size that the field can be. The two bylines of a soccer field must be equal on both sides and between 49 and […]

The magisterial, as Ray Hudson would put it, play of Lionel Messi has dazzled soccer fans for nearly two decades. Debates still persist, but he is undoubtedly the greatest player of his generation. Messi has the numbers to back it up. But how do Messi's stats compare to the legends of the past? The title […]

Declan Rice will join Arsenal for a club-record £105 million. Fans should be ecstatic right now. The transfer saga around the midfielder has dragged on for quite some time. Despite Manchester City's late arrival, fresh sources have suggested that a resolution is near. The pursuit of Rice by Arsenal has not been a well-kept secret. […]

The 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup is nearly upon us. And you can download our free Women's World Cup bracket to keep track of all the action. For the first time, the tournament features an expanded field of 32 teams. The women's competition now resemble the men's tournament format used from 1998-2022. Also a first […]

The 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup is nearly upon us. And you can download our free Women's World Cup bracket to keep track of all the action. For the first time, the tournament features an expanded field of 32 teams. The women's competition now resemble the men's tournament format used from 1998-2022. Also a first […]

Premier League season ticket prices for the 2023/24 season have been released. So how much will is cost you for a full season of action in the biggest league in the world? Let's dive into the numbers. Season ticket costs vary substantially depending on the club and the location of your seats. Below are the […]

All soccer fields may look the same to the naked eye. The dimensions ought to be standardized across the professional game, right? Wrong. In reality, pitch sizes can vary from stadium to stadium. Similar to baseball in America, historically this was often due to physical space limitations on the land a stadium was built upon. […]

Pep Guardiola is the most successful manager of his generation. His incredible record stands at 32 trophies in 14 years. His count goes to 33 when you include his Tercera División crown with Barcelona B. With that amount of success comes influence. Pep Guardiola is the Exceptional One There are coaches around the world that […]

Promotion and relegation is one of the key mechanics across much of the global sport called soccer. But what is pro/rel, as it's commonly abbreviated? If you're a new fan, especially coming from American sports, you might be completely unfamiliar with the concept. What is promotion and relegation? At the most basic level, promotion and […]

Some of the clubs in Premier League have the longest stretches of remaining in the top flight. Their period atop English soccer stretches far beyond 1992, which was the inception of the Premier League. For instance, six of the 22 charter members of the Premier League have not exited the competition. Those are Arsenal, Manchester […]

Odd number years tend to hold less events than even number years. Men's World Cups, Euros and Copa Americas have tradition on even-numbered years. Regardless, there is plenty of soccer action coming in 2023. Here are some dates to mark on your calendar. Biggest soccer events in 2023 February 1-11, 2023: FIFA Club World Cup […]

Are you new to the sport of soccer? Have you caught the quadrennial World Cup fever, and want to keep your interest in the game going? Do you casually watch footy year-round, but want to take your support to the next level? Then you need to know how to pick a soccer team to support […]

Moves away from traditional TV lead many wanting to stream the 2022 World Cup. Soccer fans across the United States are canceling cable and satellite options. They are costly, and often lead to channels and options that do not serve much of a purpose to dedicated sports fans. The World Cup is available for fans […]

When it comes to how soccer operates in the USA, fans, media, coaches, players, and pretty much everyone involved can have some strong opinions. Indeed, there are two contentious topics that often stir debate in American soccer. First, it's the promotion and relegation debate. Second, it's the calendar, whether it should be switched to a […]