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chris moore

Chris is the news writer at World Soccer Talk. He previously worked as a featured writer for the company and is the Arsenal FC expert. Prior to joining World Soccer Talk in 2014, Chris was a freelancer for the Yahoo Contributor Network. While at Yahoo, he published over 100 soccer-related articles and was a regular in the website’s monthly “Hot 100” list.

STORIES BY chris moore

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/ 43 days ago

Wenger's FIFA task force unlikely to ease calendar issues

Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger will be leading an official task force regarding player welfare. FIFA is assembling the group amid widespread concerns over fixture congestion. Several clubs, coaches, and players have recently joined together to voice their frustrations on the issue. Real Madrid, the reigning European champions, announced this past summer that they may […]

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/ 43 days ago

Vinicius Junior's reps blame Ballon d'Or snub on racism fight

Vinicius Junior believes that his recent Ballon d'Or snub was because he regularly fights racism. The Real Madrid star, widely seen as the frontrunner for the annual award, ultimately finished second behind Manchester City midfielder Rodri. Aware that he was not going to collect the trophy, Vinicius opted not to attend the ceremony in France. […]

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/ 43 days ago

Amorim is Man United's best option but patience still needed

Manchester United wants to move quickly in its pursuit of Sporting manager Ruben Amorim. After a string of poor results, the Red Devils finally sacked Erik ten Hag on Monday. The now-former head coach departed the club as they sit 14th in the current Premier League standings. Almost immediately after the news regarding Ten Hag […]

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/ 46 days ago

Why MLS needs to implement apertura clausura league format

It was recently revealed that Major League Soccer (MLS) officials are considering making major changes to its calendar, and perhaps adopting an Apertura and Clausura format. Both league and club executives are currently discussing potentially changing the division's annual schedule to begin in the fall and extend to spring. The move would essentially flip the […]

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/ 46 days ago

Liverpool learns price for Frankfurt star striker Marmoush

Eintracht Frankfurt have reportedly slapped a massive price tag on their best player. According to Sky Germany reporter Florian Plettenberg, the Bundesliga side wants up to $65 million for striker Omar Marmoush. The Egyptian international has been a smash hit since he arrived at the German club in 2023. Marmoush originally signed on with Frankfurt […]

TV

/ 46 days ago

HBO is producing an in-depth docuseries surrounding the USMNT

U.S. Soccer has announced that a new documentary about the USMNT is coming to HBO Max. The federation, along with the U.S. National Soccer Team Players Association, HBO, and production company Park Stories, are currently working on the film. Park Stories generally focuses on creating documentaries surrounding premier athletes and sports brands. The company has […]

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/ 46 days ago

FIFA takes step closer to foreign leagues playing in US

FIFA has announced that the process of allowing foreign leagues to play games in the United States has taken another step forward. The governing body revealed back in May that they were creating a working group to look into the viability of the matter. This group was put in place to gain information and then […]

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/ 47 days ago

Popular Brazilian clubs to join Orlando City in January FC Series

Three of Brazil's top soccer teams are set to travel to Orlando in January for a string of friendlies. São Paulo, Atlético Mineiro, and Cruzeiro will join Major League Soccer side Orlando City in the latest edition of the FC Series. The competition, or the Florida Cup, is an annual group of soccer friendlies typically […]

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/ 47 days ago

Juventus hopes Tim Weah can help recruit friend Jonathan David

Juventus is hoping that Timothy Weah can help give them an upper hand in the race to sign Lille striker Jonathan David. The United States men's national team midfielder joined the Old Lady in the summer of 2023 for around $12 million. Before his move to Italy, Weah was David's teammate at the French club. […]

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/ 47 days ago

Newcastle coach blames PSR as Isak contract negotiations stall

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has labeled contract talks with star striker Alexander Isak as a "complex situation." The center-forward only just joined the Magpies in January of 2022 for a club-record fee of around $80 million. Nevertheless, his stellar performances in recent seasons have made several top European clubs target a potential move for […]

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/ 47 days ago

Spurs coach says phenom Mikey Moore can handle Neymar comparison

Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou has urged patience regarding 17-year-old Spurs phenom Mikey Moore. The teen sensation turned heads Thursday night during the club's Europa League contest with AZ Alkmaar. Making just his second senior start, the winger gave Japan international Seiya Maikuma plenty of problems on the right side of defense. Postecoglou initially deployed […]

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/ 48 days ago

BlueCo wants to establish multi-club youth setup with Chelsea

A new report shows that almost all of the Chelsea squad would fall into a category of youth with 96% at or under the age of 25. The Blues have experienced a massive squad overhaul since new ownership took over two years ago. BlueCo, a conglomerate led by Todd Boehly and Behdad Eghbali, purchased the […]

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/ 48 days ago

Man City's Foden attributes slow start to the season to burnout

Manchester City star Phil Foden has blamed a slow start to the 2024/25 season on being burnt out. Several international soccer stars have voiced their frustrations in recent months over fixture congestion. FIFA and other governing bodies, such as UEFA, have infuriated players and coaches by adding more and more matches to the calendar. The […]

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/ 48 days ago

Arsenal Women want NYCFC's Nick Cushing as next manager

New York City FC head coach Nick Cushing is reportedly being targeted by Arsenal Women. The Women's Super League (WSL) club is currently without a permanent manager after Jonas Eidevall resigned from the role. Eidevall had been at the helm since 2021 and guided them to back-to-back League Cup titles. However, the Swede stepped down […]

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/ 48 days ago

MLS would benefit from fall-spring calendar in multiple ways

Major League Soccer (MLS) is reportedly considering making major changes to its calendar. The North American division currently runs from spring to fall each year. However, the league may soon opt to flip the annual schedule to begin in the fall and extend to spring. The Athletic writer Paul Tenorio reports that league officials and […]

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/ 49 days ago

New evidence suggests Saudi state was involved in Newcastle deal

Premier League clubs are once again raising questions over the previous 2021 takeover of Newcastle. The Magpies changed hands three years ago after Mike Ashley offloaded the team to a consortium led by the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF). The Middle Eastern group paid nearly $400 million for an 80% stake in the club. Fellow […]

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/ 49 days ago

Liverpool to earn at least $77 million annually in Adidas deal

Liverpool is reportedly set to receive a significant financial boost next summer. The Reds are expected to strike a lucrative kit deal with Adidas following the conclusion of the current campaign. The Merseyside club currently has an agreement in place with Nike. Nevertheless, the five-year deal with the American sportswear brand is set to expire […]

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/ 49 days ago

Man United execs contact Xavi as pressure builds on Ten Hag

Manchester United continues to be linked with high-profile managers as Erik ten Hag's future remains uncertain. The club's current coach is on the hot seat after a slow start to the season. The Red Devils currently sit 12th in the Premier League standings after winning just three of their first eight matches. Ten Hag's position […]

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/ 49 days ago

Arsenal faces heap of injuries ahead of critical Liverpool clash

Arsenal could be without five key players because of injuries for a massive matchup with Liverpool at the weekend. The Gunners have missed captain and main playmaker Martin Odegaard since he suffered an ankle injury in early September. Without the midfielder pulling the strings, the North London club has looked noticeably stagnate going forward in […]

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/ 50 days ago

Roma legend Totti, 48, hints at possible return to the pitch

Roma legend Francesco Totti has hinted that he may return to the pitch in the near future. The 48-year-old former versatile midfielder/forward last played professionally for the Italian club back in 2017. His final appearance in a Roma jersey came as a second-half substitute for current Liverpool star Mohamed Salah. The game also happened to […]