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/ 20 days agoMessi is Infantino's last shot to save FIFA Club World Cup
With growing player frustrations over an increasingly packed schedule and talk of strikes, FIFA’s Club World Cup is still set to begin this summer under an expanded format. But Gianni Infantino's latest trump card will attract viewers worldwide. His name is Lionel Messi. Although Infantino has criticized the infamous Super League for lacking competitiveness, the […]
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/ 38 days agoArsenal show they're more than just a defensive team
After the momentous showdown between Arsenal and Manchester City a few weeks ago, some in British media began framing the Gunners as a defensive team. In that match, Arsenal played with 10 men and relied on their defense—which was statistically the best last season—to secure a result. They are also missing their chief playmaker, Martin […]
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/ 51 days agoHighest-scoring American goalscorers in Champions League
American goalscorers have been popping up in the reshaped UEFA Champions League in the early part of the 2024/25 season. Christian Pulisic and Weston McKennie made headlines in the opening week. They were the first US Men's National Team (USMNT) players to score for their clubs, AC Milan and Juventus, on the same day in […]
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/ 65 days agoExploring the US and UK cultural divide on soccer ticket prices
Aston Villa was recently in the news after facing an immediate backlash from fans about its UEFA Champions League prices. Non-season ticket holders have to pay around $111 for the cheapest ticket. While some American fans might consider this a fair price, especially for a Champions League match, Aston Villa supporters expressed frustration over the […]
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/ 73 days agoAmericans who have played in the Scottish Premiership
Auston Trusty is the latest US Men's National Team (USMNT) player in the Scottish Premiership, signing a $7.8 million deal with Celtic. While it's not a frequent path for Americans, it's becoming more common, particularly for those moving within Europe. Trusty's transfer marks him as the 14th American to play in Scotland's top division. Remarkably, […]
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/ 79 days agoUEFA sets Champions League ticket price at $66 for away fans
UEFA has announced that it will enforce an away ticket price cap for fans in all men's club competitions. Starting this season, a new reduced cap is $66 in the UEFA Champions League, $44 in the Europa League, and $22 in the Conference League. This will be reduced further next season. This change follows UEFA's […]
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/ 82 days agoHow Mikel Merino will make a difference in Arsenal's midfield
Soon after Arsenal officially announced the signing of Mikel Merino from Real Sociedad for a fee that could reach $41 million, the Gunners were dealt a blow. The Spanish international picked up an injury this week in one of his first training sessions, ruling him out until mid-September. It's a blow for Arsenal, but hopefully […]
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/ 92 days agoWhat are the loudest sections of Premier League stadiums?
The atmosphere in stadiums has been something fans have prided themselves on since the inception of soccer. It’s what English football is built on, and the supporters are the soul of every club, especially the Premier League. It’s their stadium, their second home, their place where there’s an escape from everything else outside the stadium, […]
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/ 99 days agoPedro Neto has potential to top abundant Chelsea signings
Chelsea is spending big again, but that is no surprise. However, out of their nine signings this summer, Chelsea raised eyebrows with the news of a deal for Pedro Neto. The Blues acquired the Portuguese from Wolverhampton Wanderers for a reported $65 million. Despite his sustained progression and constant links to larger teams, why has […]