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Copa America 2024

/ 104 days ago

Argentina barely hangs on in shootout win over Ecuador

Argentina didn't play like the 2024 Copa America champions tonight — they barely played like winners of their quarterfinal match against Ecuador. Despite the seemingly positive result, Argentina are lucky to escape with their 1-0 draw. They were outdueled, outpassed, outmatched in intensity, technique, and more. But, of course, it would be a typical Scaloni […]

Copa America 2024

/ 105 days ago

CONMEBOL admits Brazil VAR error in Copa America

CONMEBOL today admitted that it made a costly VAR error in Brazil's recent 1-1 draw to Colombia. The referee and VAR officials denied Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr. a penalty during the 42nd minute. If the penalty had been given, Brazil could have taken all three points from the game and finished on top of […]

News

/ 105 days ago

Inter Miami new stadium not ready until 2026 season, says report

The development of Miami Freedom Park, the new stadium for Inter Miami of Major League Soccer, will not be ready until 2026, according to a new report. Initial plans for the 25,000-seat stadium laid out a debut for the 2025 season. However, construction updates show minimal progress on the stadium despite clear progress in land […]

UEFA Euro 2024

/ 105 days ago

‘Team of kids’: Ex-Germany star slams Spain ahead of clash

As Spain and Germany prepare to face off in Stuttgart for Euro 2024, some comments have added an extra edge to the match. Both teams have been in sensational form, and the clash promises to be a high-octane battle between two footballing giants. In the build-up to the Euro 2024 quarterfinal showdown, former German goalkeeper […]

News

/ 105 days ago

Al-Nassr offers massive contract to Man City star Ederson

Manchester City could be set to lose star goalkeeper Ederson in the coming weeks. The Brazil international has been a mainstay between the sticks at City since his $43 million move from Benfica in 2017. Not only has he been the undisputed number-one shot-stopper for manager Pep Guardiola, but he has been one of the […]

News

/ 105 days ago

How fast is Kylian Mbappe?

A lot of people think Kylian Mbappe is the quickest soccer player ever. Incredibly speedy on the field, he has been compared to the world's fastest athletes. The French striker showed off his lightning speed last season in the UEFA Champions League. Although impressive for a soccer player, it isn't fast enough to compete with […]

News

/ 105 days ago

Argentina select 2024 Olympics squad: Is Messi included?

The head coach of the Argentina U23 soccer team, Javier Mascherano, has named his 18-man squad for the 2024 Paris Summer Olympic Games. Notable among the players on the roster are four former World Cup champions, who represent Argentina's determination to contend for the trophy. The squad, which includes both seasoned veterans and promising young […]

News

/ 105 days ago

Bayern relentlessly reloads after recent Bundesliga failures

Bayern Munich continues to be aggressive in the early stages of the summer transfer window. The German giants initially added versatile defender Hiroki Ito to the squad after they triggered his $25 million release clause from Stuttgart. They then quickly agreed a deal with Crystal Palace star Michael Olise. The attacker was previously tracked by […]

News

/ 105 days ago

Why is Neymar not playing at Copa America?

As they compete in the United States for the 2024 Copa America, Brazil will be seeking revenge for their 2021 final loss. The Seleção have seen management changes in the previous year, but its talented roster has kept Brazil among the pre-tournament favorites. Notable members of the squad include Vinicius Junior, Eder Militao and Rodrygo, […]

Copa America 2024

/ 106 days ago

Brazil advances to last eight after draw with Colombia

Did Ronaldinho have a point? Ridiculous as it sounds — Ronaldinho will definitely celebrate with the Selecao if Brazil wins this year's Copa America — Brazil has looked surprisingly mediocre over their past three games, and they look nothing like the world-conquering teams of the early 2000s. Despite dominating Costa Rica in both possession and […]

UEFA Euro 2024

/ 106 days ago

Netherlands rolls past Romania to reach last eight

You could be forgiven for thinking that the Netherlands was the best team in the world midway through the first half, sometime after Cody Gakpo's stunning strike and before halftime. Despite a woeful group stage, the Dutch flipped the switch and played like champions in their 3-0 win over Romania. They dominated possession over one […]

News

/ 106 days ago

Premier League clubs continue to splash cash despite PSR issues

Premier League clubs are seemingly not pumping the brakes on spending in the summer transfer period, and the record is under threat. This is even though several English top-flight teams are dealing with problems regarding profit and sustainability rules (PSR). These laws currently prevent clubs from exceeding $133 million in losses over three years. Everton, […]

News

/ 106 days ago

Leeds 'heartbroken' over selling coveted teen star to Spurs

Tottenham Hotspur has officially won the race to sign Archie Gray from Leeds United. The 18-year-old phenom is one of the top teenage prospects in all of England. Fellow Premier League side Brentford wanted to secure Gray's signature late last week. The youngster even started a medical at the team's facility. Nevertheless, Leeds ultimately rejected […]

Copa America 2024

/ 106 days ago

Who was the controversial referee in the USA vs Uruguay game?

The United States men's national team bounced out of Copa America 2024 Monday night due to a loss to Uruguay. Gregg Berhalter's team had to beat the South Americans on the night to remain in the tournament. This was due to Panama topping Bolivia in the other Group C matchup on the night. The results, […]

UEFA Euro 2024

/ 107 days ago

Does wasteful Cristiano Ronaldo hold back Portugal at Euros?

Portugal struggled on Monday to break down Slovenia, one of the teams squeaking through the group stage at Euro 2024. The scoreboard did not reflect the vastly superior number of shots and dominant possession from Portugal. Instead, Portugal scraped by into the quarterfinals via a three-save performance in the penalty shootout from Diogo Costa. One […]