Chris Moore

Chris Moore

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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.

latest articles by Chris Moore

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/ 1023 days ago

Saudi Arabia pulls out of 2030 World Cup race

Saudi Arabia has reportedly decided not to make an official bid to host the 2030 World Cup. The Middle Eastern nation previously sought to host alongside Egypt and Greece. However, Saudi soccer officials have supposedly backed out of the plan. Marca is claiming that Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud contacted similar officials […]

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/ 1023 days ago

Strasbourg ultras unhappy with club's sale to Boehly

Chelsea's American ownership purchased another European soccer club to add to their portfolio. BlueCo, the consortium led by Todd Boehly, agreed to buy French club RC Strasbourg on Thursday. Strasbourg officially announced the move on the club's website. It did not release the financial aspects of the deal. Yet, reports indicate a fee of around […]

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/ 1023 days ago

Weah set for $13 million move to Juventus, says report

United States men's national team winger Tim Weah is reportedly close to joining Juventus this summer. The 23-year-old American has been with French side Lille since 2019. Juve and Lille are close to agreeing a transfer for the player in a deal worth around $13 million. According to Sky Italy, Weah has already agreed personal […]

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/ 1024 days ago

Aston Villa agrees partnership with controversial betting firm

Aston Villa has announced an official partnership with betting company BK8. The three-year deal will include having the betting firm's logo on the front of Villa's jerseys. However, the agreement has not gone over well with the club's supporters. BK8 previously found themselves in hot water after using sexually provocative advertisements in 2021. The firm's […]

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/ 1024 days ago

Newcastle nearing $75 million deal with AC Milan for Tonali

Newcastle is reportedly close to agreeing a deal with AC Milan for Sandro Tonali. The defensive midfielder is regarded as a top player in his position and would cost the Magpies around $75 million. He would become just the sixth Italian to play for the club. The Athletic is reporting that the two teams are […]

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/ 1024 days ago

Bale: No consequences to losing in MLS due to lack of pro/rel

Gareth Bale has claimed the more relaxed atmosphere in MLS comes down to the fact that it is a closed league. The former Los Angeles FC winger made the comments during a recent interview with BT Sport. Fellow retired players Peter Crouch and Jermaine Jenas conducted the interview. Crouch asked Bale if he had any […]

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/ 1024 days ago

Ilkay Gundogan agrees three-year contract with Barcelona

Former Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan has reportedly agreed to a contract with Barcelona. The Germany international now departs the Premier League champions after seven years with the club. City had hoped to convince Gundogan to stay, but he is now set to join the Spanish giants instead. Sky Sports is reporting that City's contract […]

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/ 1024 days ago

Man City to rival Arsenal in bid for Declan Rice

Reigning Premier League title winners Manchester City are in on the sweepstakes for West Ham's Declan Rice. This is despite heavy links to Arsenal in the last several weeks. The Gunners have even had two bids rejected by the Hammers so far but will return for a third offer soon. According to Fabrizio Romano, City […]

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/ 1025 days ago

Lothar Matthaus criticizes Germany trip to USA this fall

Former Germany international Lothar Matthaus has criticized the team's decision to fly to the USA this fall. The Germans are set to play two friendly matches Stateside in October. They will first face the USMNT on October 14 in Connecticut. Four days later, the Germans will be in Chicago to take on Mexico. However, Matthaus […]

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/ 1025 days ago

Survey shows nearly two-thirds of English fans oppose VAR

Video Assistant Referee (VAR) has become one of the more contentious topics of discussion for soccer fans. While it was introduced to help limit controversy, it has, instead, practically fueled debates regarding refereeing decisions. Now, a survey led by fans in England shows that VAR is currently as unpopular as ever. The BBC published a […]

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/ 1025 days ago

2024 Copa America dates announced by CONMEBOL

CONMEBOL confirmed the 2024 Copa America tournament dates. Traditionally, the competition involves South American nations. However, for the second time, the United States is the host. The United States also hosted the 2016 tournament. The USMNT played and reached the semifinals. CONMEBOL revealed on Tuesday that next summer's competition starts June 20. The final is […]

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/ 1025 days ago

N'Golo Kante joins Al-Ittihad in deal worth over $100 million

N'Golo Kante has officially departed Chelsea to join Saudi Arabian side Al-Ittihad. The France international leaves the Premier League club after seven seasons in west London. Kante collected nearly every significant silverware possible during his time with the club. This includes triumphs in the Champions League, Premier League, Europa League, and FA Cup. "I’m just […]

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/ 1025 days ago

Arsenal agree $82 million fee with Chelsea for Havertz

Arsenal seems to have made its first signing of the summer. Despite West Ham's Declan Rice being the top target of the club, the Gunners have first reached an agreement with rivals Chelsea for Kai Havertz. The deal should go through soon for a total package of about $82 million. The Athletic is reporting that […]

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/ 1026 days ago

Sheffield Wednesday sacks Darren Moore after promotion

Sheffield Wednesday has announced that manager Darren Moore has departed the club by mutual consent. The news has come as a shock to many as the team was just promoted to the EFL Championship. Moore led the Owls to England's second-tiered division by winning the League One playoffs in May. “Both parties believe that now […]

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/ 1026 days ago

Bournemouth appoint Andoni Iraola, highly rated Spanish coach

Bournemouth has officially named Andoni Iraola as their new head coach. The move comes after the South Coast club shocked Premier League fans by sacking Gary O'Neil on Monday. O'Neil recently helped the Cherries avoid relegation and remain in the English top flight. Nevertheless, Bournemouth made the bold move to exchange O'Neil for the Spanish […]