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/ 106 days agoLosses, injury woes: Issues arise for Atalanta ahead of Super Cup
Atalanta find themselves in a dire situation just days before their UEFA Super Cup clash with Real Madrid. After winning the Europa League, the Italian club earned the right to compete for this prestigious title. However, now they are grappling with a series of setbacks threatening their preparations. The summer of 2024 has been nothing […]
Paris 2024 Olympics
/ 106 days agoSwanson's solo goal propels USWNT to Olympic gold medal
The United States Women's National Team (USWNT) won the Olympic gold medal on Saturday, beating Brazil. The South Americans initially came out of the gate on top, collecting the majority of possession and having the better chances. The first half was undoubtedly the USWNT's toughest test of the entire tournament. Nevertheless, the Americans eventually settled into the […]
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/ 106 days agoBarcelona plot shocking move for ex-Madrid stalwart
Barcelona have reportedly set their sights on Tottenham’s left-back Sergio Reguilon, a move that comes as a surprise given the player’s history with their fierce rivals, Real Madrid. As Barcelona continue to navigate financial constraints, their interest in Reguilon could lead to a cut-price deal that might prove to be a shrewd acquisition. Due to […]
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/ 106 days agoHow Madrid will rest Bellingham to recharge after Euro fatigue
Real Madrid plans to be cautious with Jude Bellingham as the new La Liga season begins. The English midfielder had an outstanding first season in Spain, contributing significantly to Real Madrid’s La Liga and UEFA Champions League double. However, concerns about fatigue and injuries from his long campaign have led the club to adopt a […]
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/ 106 days agoSheffield Wednesday to ban fake jerseys at home games
Sheffield Wednesday is taking an unusual stance against counterfeit jerseys. Most significant soccer clubs worldwide continue to pump out new kit designs ahead of every season. These typically slight alterations include home, away, and third kits. In addition to jerseys, new training attire is usually added. Not only are teams opting to change jersey designs […]
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/ 106 days agoSpurs' failed attempt to sign Neto leads to shocking Chelsea deal
Chelsea are on the verge of completing the high-profile signing of Pedro Neto from Wolverhampton Wanderers. The Portuguese winger has been a key figure at Wolves; now he will join the London club for a reported fee of $65.5 million, including bonuses, as per The Athletic. This move marks another significant addition to Chelsea’s squad […]
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/ 106 days agoChelsea squad swells to 50 players amid spending spree
Chelsea's roster is growing as the club continues to buy new players in the summer transfer period. The Blues have made a plethora of deals since co-owners Todd Boehly and Behdad Eghbali entered the fray in 2022. With the Americans in charge, the West London side spent about $688 million on revamping the roster in […]
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/ 106 days agoReal Madrid draws biggest crowds for summer friendlies in USA
Several of the most famous European soccer teams traveled to the United States this summer. Clubs from across the pond now regularly schedule preseason friendlies Stateside to help grow their brands. The move certainly seems to be paying off. Matches involving the big European sides typically draw huge crowds because Americans do not get to […]
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/ 107 days agoWest Ham hijacks Juve's move for star Nice defender
West Ham is looking to continue their summer spending spree by targeting Nice center-back Jean-Clair Todibo. The highly-rated defender has been on the club's radar practically all summer. Nevertheless, a transfer during the current window appeared extremely unlikely. After all, top clubs such as Manchester United and Juventus were both seemingly in prime position to […]
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/ 107 days agoWhy we love the 2. Bundesliga, and you should too
While the dust has barely settled after a summer of international tournaments, many top European leagues, including the 2024/2025 Bundesliga season, are gearing up for their return. One league that has already begun that you should be all over is the 2. Bundesliga, German soccer's second tier. While much of the focus in German footballing […]
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/ 107 days agoSpurs finally fill Kane void with Bournemouth's Solanke
Tottenham Hotspur has finally identified a replacement for Harry Kane. The England international previously joined Bayern Munich last summer in a deal worth over $100 million. Kane was, and still is, widely considered one of the best center forwards in the sport. Losing such a big star left a massive hole to fill in the […]
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/ 107 days agoCarsley to be England's interim coach through autumn
The Football Association (FA) has officially announced that Lee Carsley will be the England national team's interim manager going forward. Carsley, 50, has been involved in England's youth setup since 2020. He initially managed the U20s at this time, but has since taken over the U21s in the last three years. England has needed a […]
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/ 107 days agoUSWNT vs. Brazil preview: USA pushing for 5th gold
Finally, the gold medal game. There aren't many bigger than this in women's soccer. It's the biggest game the USWNT has played since the 2019 Women's World Cup Final. It's the first time the USWNT has played for a gold medal since 2012 in London. But they aren't the only team playing in this gold […]
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/ 107 days agoCommunity Shield preview: Man City vs Man United
Every August, the FA Community Shield is played at London's Wembley Stadium as a "curtain-raiser" before the beginning of the English top-flight season. The final is played between the previous season's Premier League winners against the FA Cup winners. As a result, the 2024/25 Community Shield features Premier League champions Manchester City against FA Cup […]
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/ 107 days agoNo more favorites: Wrexham savor League One underdog status
Wrexham will make their long-awaited return to League One, marking the club's first appearance in English soccer’s third tier after 19 years. The journey back to this level has been nothing short of remarkable, driven by back-to-back automatic promotions. The Dragons have been receiving support from Hollywood for their recent comeback. However, manager Phil Parkinson […]