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/ 1047 days agoFOX and MLS need to stop misleading fans about kickoff times
It's a practice that's been going on for decades in sports broadcasting. But promoting misleading kickoff times is no less annoying to fans, and MLS and FOX are two of the worst offenders. For some fans, seeing an ad on TV or the web for game coverage is how they find out about events. And […]
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/ 1048 days agoUSWNT schedule for the Women's World Cup
Another four years have passed, and the buildup to the 2023 Women's World Cup is about to reach the crescendo. The action in Australia & New Zealand kicks off on Thursday, July 20. For USA fans it's a special time, because the United States women are four-time World Cup champions, and are looking for their […]
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/ 1049 days agoLeagues Cup faces serious competition for viewers attention
The Leagues Cup begins its rebirth in just a few days. Previously, the event was an invitation-based, friendly competition. But it is now an official part of the CONCACAF club ecosystem, with spots in the recently-rechristened Champions Cup on the line. However, in it's expanded and much-lauded grand reopening campaign, Leagues Cup is going up […]
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/ 1049 days ago5 features we love about MLS Season Pass
MLS Season Pass is definitely a different experience from the way fans were used to watching America's top division in the past. And you might be unsure about the league's exclusive streaming platform. But we've put together 5 great features of MLS Season Pass that might help you make the leap and start watching. 1. […]
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/ 1050 days agoMLS Season Pass: Can you sign up for just one team?
MLS Season Pass is a major shift in sports league broadcasting deals. The service gives you live access, in multiple languages, to each and every Major League Soccer game. No blackouts, no geographical restrictions. That's great. But can you get a version of MLS Season Pass for one team? The short answer is no. Maybe […]
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/ 1050 days agoInnovative women's French national team video combats gender prejudice
There's a new video, produced by women's French national team partners Orange and Marcel, that will make you think again about women's soccer. It's really at it's most effective when you go in spoiler-free. So before any other description, take a look at the video for yourself: Titled "Compil des Bleues", the piece begins as […]
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/ 1051 days agoHow to sign up for MLS Season Pass to watch Messi
Lionel Messi makes his debut for Inter Miami on July 21. And the surefire way to see every game is with MLS Season Pass from Apple. The league's exclusive streaming platform is the only way to see each and every regular season, playoff, and Leagues Cup game. MLS Season Pass also includes both English- and […]
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/ 1052 days agoHow Messi's stats compare to Pelé and Maradona
The magisterial, as Ray Hudson would put it, play of Lionel Messi has dazzled soccer fans for nearly two decades. Debates still persist, but he is undoubtedly the greatest player of his generation. Messi has the numbers to back it up. But how do Messi's stats compare to the legends of the past? The title […]
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/ 1053 days agoEA Sports FC 24 trailer shows off future of footy gaming
An iconic era in a corner of the soccer world has come to an end. Since 1993, the days of Super Nintendo and Sega Genesis, the name "FIFA" has been one of the biggest in the world of video games. But that time has passed, as the game's maker, EA Sports, has severed their relationship […]
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/ 1055 days agoWill Premier League Summer Series be televised?
The Premier League Summer Series is a brand-new tournament. Scheduled for July, it features Chelsea, Newcastle, Fulham, Brighton, Brentford and Aston Villa playing games across the East Coast of the United States. But if you don't live near any of the venues hosting games, you may be wondering if you can watch on TV. The […]
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/ 1057 days agoWhere to find Jamaica vs Mexico on US TV
Here are all of the details of where you can watch Jamaica vs Mexico on US television and via legal streaming: WHO Jamaica vs Mexico WHAT CONCACAF Gold Cup WHEN 10:00pm ET / 7:00pm PT • Wednesday, July 12, 2023 WHERE FS1, Univision, TUDN, Fubo, DirecTV Stream, and Sling Blue FREE TRIAL WATCH NOW With […]
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/ 1057 days agoFailure rate of American soccer clubs worst in the world
The failure rate of American soccer clubs in the United States is the worst in the world. It's abysmal, both on the men's and women's side of the game. From 1992 to present, the United States has seen more than 150 men's and women's professional soccer teams go out of business. However, listen to any […]
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/ 1058 days agoHow much soccer clubs earn from shirt sales
When a soccer club signs a huge player, we often assume shirt sales will be a huge financial windfall for the club. But is that really the case? Data suggests that it's not as large a chunk of club revenue as you might think. Figures posted at The Sports Journal reveal the shirt sales revenue […]
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/ 1058 days agoWhat are the most reliable sites to buy Messi MLS tickets?
If you're looking for tickets to see Messi in MLS this season, it might be a little tricky. But we're here to help with a few suggestions on the best places to score seats. If you're in south Florida and are hoping to see a home game, prepare to open your wallet. Inter Miami CF […]
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/ 1058 days agoSponsorless Chelsea 2023/24 home kit is a nod to late 1990's
We finally got our first look at the Chelsea 2023/24 home kit, as the club have revealed the new design for the upcoming season. The mostly blue top is touted as a tribute to the 1997/98 side that won the Cup Winners' Cup, League Cup, and UEFA Super Cup. As a refresher, here's what that […]