latest articles by Derek Reese
International Soccer
/ 854 days agoHow do international soccer call-ups work?
The international game is one of the most important parts of soccer. The sport's biggest event, the World Cup, and other prestigious tournaments like the Euros or Copa América are considered by many players and fans alike as the pinnacle of the game. When players are chosen for their national squads, they leave their clubs […]
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/ 855 days ago2027 Women's World Cup bids come down to the wire
The 2023 Women's World Cup just wrapped up this past summer. But now eyes turn to the next edition of the premier women's soccer event. Today is the final day for countries to submit their bids to host the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup, and one major entrant waited until the last moment. USA and […]
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/ 856 days agoCopa America 2024 bracket: Free download
Copa America is coming back to... America! The United States of America, that is. 2024 will mark the very first time that an official edition of the prestigious South American tournament will take place in a non-CONMEBOL nation. And now you can download our 2024 Copa America bracket to get ready for the big event. […]
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/ 856 days agoHow Copa America 2024 could shape soccer in the United States
Copa America 2024, at face value, is a marquee and event that will draw eyes from all over the world. But it does that every time it is staged, no matter where the tournament is hosted. Even more than the special Centenario edition in 2016, this Copa America marks a new era of soccer in […]
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/ 857 days agoEngland Euro 2024 away kits revealed
The home strip for England's 2024 campaign was recently leaked, and now we've got a peak at the away option. The Euro 2024 away kit for England is definitely a shocking look for the Three Lions. Royal purple! While the home shirt for England is a much more traditional affair, this away top is a […]
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/ 857 days agoCONCACAF W Gold Cup draw scheduled for first-ever contest
A new era for women's soccer in North America is set to kick off early next Spring. The first-ever CONCACAF W Gold Cup will take place in California and Texas, and the draw will be staged on December 11 to get things rolling. 12 teams to compete in the inaugural CONCACAF W Gold Cup The […]
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/ 858 days agoGive the gift of soccer T-shirts for the holidays
If you looking for a gift for the footy fan in your life during the holidays, you can grab one of many soccer T-shirts at the World Soccer Talk Store. Plus, it's your final chance to score up to 35% off with their holiday special. No special promo code or anything else is needed to […]
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/ 859 days agoConmebol vs Concacaf: Copa America-Gold Cup comparison
North and South America are coming together in 2024 for the Copa América tournament. But soccer on the American continent is normally divided into two main regions. The confederations of CONMEBOL and CONCACAF oversee and organize the game in South and North America, respectively. When it comes to the international game, each region has its […]
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/ 859 days agoWhere to watch Copa America Draw on US TV
The field is (mostly) set. The venues and cities have been selected. The matchdays are sorted. All that's left is to pair up the sixteen competing sides for the group stage. Here's how you can watch the Copa America Draw on US TV this Thursday, December 7. WHO CONMEBOL & CONCACAF WHAT Copa América 2024 […]
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/ 860 days agoHow much does it cost to go to a soccer match?
Attending a soccer game in person can be one of the best sports experiences you can have. But how deep will you have to dig into your pockets to get in the door? The cost of going to a soccer match varies wildly depending on what kind of game, and where, you are interested in. […]
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/ 860 days agoCopa America 2024 cities and schedule revealed
The hype for Copa América is building, with the draw taking place on December 7 in Miami. We knew the opening game would take place in Atlanta, and Miami would be hosting the final. But now we have the full picture, with all fourteen host cities and venues, plus the overall schedule for Copa America […]
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/ 860 days agoEuro 2024 bracket: Chart the path to the final
One of the biggest international tournaments is set to return this summer, and now we know the matchups. With the draw for Euro 2024 complete, the groups are set and the real buildup to the competition can begin. To help you keep track of the action, we've created a free printable Euro 2024 bracket. Draw […]
Soccer Rules
/ 861 days agoHow does extra time work in soccer?
A soccer match is structured a little differently than many other sports. This is especially true compared to sports that have traditionally been more popular in the USA. When a game needs a winner, an overtime system relatively unique to soccer is used: extra time. But before we can get to that, we have to […]
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/ 861 days agoWhat happens when a soccer team gets relegated?
Relegation. A word that sparks thoughts of anguish and doom in the minds of soccer fans, players, executives, and owners everywhere. But what actually happens when a club is relegated? So you've been relegated: a guide to what happens next In leagues that utilize the mechanism of promotion and relegation, which is most soccer setups […]
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/ 861 days agoCan more than one country host the FIFA World Cup?
The FIFA World Cup is the biggest sporting event in the world. Every four years, a world champion is crowned, and the month-long festivities captivate nearly the entire planet. Traditionally, just one nation handles hosting duties for the tournament. But can multiple countries host the FIFA World Cup? The answer is yes – and it's […]