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/ 1024 days agoArsenal turns down Folarin Balogun bid from Ligue 1 club
Monaco is the most recent club that inquired about a potential transfer of Folarin Balogun from Arsenal. The USMNT star spent his most recent loan spell with Reims in Ligue 1, and he had a massively successful spell there. However, Arsenal turned down this permanent move from Monaco. This was merely a verbal proposal following […]
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/ 1024 days agoAustralia, England among favorites moving to WWC quarterfinals
Australia and England both won their round of 16 clashes on Monday to advance to the Women's World Cup quarterfinals. England is into the last eight for the fifth-straight tournament, having reached the semifinals in each of the last two. Australia is back in the quarterfinals at the Women's World Cup after losing in the […]
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/ 1024 days agoMessi magic reigns again in Inter Miami comeback over Dallas
Once again, Lionel Messi led a charge for Inter Miami in its dramatic come-from-behind victory over FC Dallas on Sunday in the Leagues Cup. The round of 16 triumph featured another brace from the Argentine, who now has seven goals in just four appearances with the south Florida club. However, this was certainly his and […]
Leagues Cup
/ 1025 days agoWhat Leagues Cup could look like if copied by foreign leagues
The Leagues Cup has brought a sense of fresh air to Major League Soccer and its 'rivalry' against Liga MX in an unprecedented format. The Mexican league often took the top spot in both quality of play and popularity in the United States. However, strictly for on-the-field product, viewers seldom got the chance to see […]
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/ 1025 days agoWatch fake Messi Miami jerseys being sold outside stadium
Whether they are real or fake, hordes of people are trying to get their hands on Lionel Messi jerseys since his move to Inter Miami. A scorching start to his time in Major League Soccer only complemented his passionate international fan base. With droves of people going to DRV PNK Stadium to see games, some […]
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/ 1027 days agoPower of Messi: US Soccer sells global Open Cup rights deal
Prior to Lionel Messi's arrival in Major League Soccer, there was little to no desire from foreign broadcasters to acquire rights to the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup. Despite the competition's impressive 108-year history, it did not have any sort of draw. Even domestically, there was not a heightened interest in broadcasting the tournament with […]
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/ 1028 days agoWomen's World Cup US ratings down 36% compared to 2019
Women's World Cup ratings this summer were always going to face an uphill climb in the United States. Despite record TV viewing numbers in the past, the simple location of this year's tournament made those feats hard to match. Kickoff times are playing a huge role in the viewership of games. As a result, ratings […]
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/ 1028 days agoWho USA plays next in Women's World Cup
The USWNT advanced to the knockout stage of the Women's World Cup after a nervy scoreless draw against Portugal. While pundits fire criticism toward the squad for underperforming, the United States maintains its goal of winning a third straight Women's World Cup. However, the next game for the United States may be harder than both […]
Leagues: Championship
/ 1029 days agoEnglish Championship table predictions: Who will be promoted?
As with any year, making a prediction for the 2023/24 Championship table is just about impossible. One of the most competitive leagues in world soccer, the Championship is entertaining for the neutral viewer. Much of that is a credit to the unpredictability in the league. Last season, Burnley picked up 101 points in the 46-game […]
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/ 1030 days agoTata Marino on Jordi Alba debut decision for Inter Miami
Completing the trifecta of former Barcelona stars in south Florida, Jordi Alba is all but certain to make his debut for Inter Miami in the Leagues Cup round of 32 tie against Orlando City. The full-back completed his move to DRV PNK Stadium just before Lionel Messi and Sergio Busquets made their debuts. Jordi Alba […]
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/ 1030 days agoInter Miami v Orlando: Coverage plans for Messi in Leagues Cup
Lionel Messi will get his first taste of the Florida derby when Inter Miami takes on Orlando City in the Leagues Cup round of 32 on Wednesday. Two wins in two Messi appearances sent Inter Miami through as group winners. Orlando City, on the other hand, also won its group. A pair of tight games […]
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/ 1030 days agoMessi jerseys: Counterfeiters cashing in on Inter Miami merch
Counterfeiters are one of the biggest beneficiaries of Messi jerseys. The Argentine's arrival in Major League Soccer yielded unprecedented global attention for the league. His debut against Cruz Azul and first start against Atlanta United were two of the three most-watched games on MLS Season Pass. On Univision, alone, his debut pulled in a cool […]
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/ 1031 days agoFOX misses chance for diversity at Women's World Cup
If you have been able to stay up or wake up early to watch the Women's World Cup, you will have seen the usual FOX coverage of a major tournament. In a way, there are no surprises. You know what you'll get. Since acquiring the women's and men's World Cup rights starting in 2015, FOX […]
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/ 1031 days agoDisney looking at Apple as partner for ESPN distribution
Disney is looking for new ways to distribute ESPN to consumers, and it sees Apple as the perfect partner for that goal. Apple, which is the biggest company in the world, is in the hands of millions of Americans. If Disney can utilize that reach in any capacity for ESPN, the company can benefit greatly. […]
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/ 1031 days agoRehabbing Wrexham star Mullin staying with Rob McElhenney
Wrexham striker Paul Mullin is staying with club owner Rob McElhenney while he rehabs his injury. The club's leading scorer suffered a punctured lung during the club's friendly against Manchester United. The club's manager, Phil Parkinson, was notably displeased with Manchester United goalkeeper Nathan Bishop who fouled Mullin. Even though Wrexham won the contest, 3-1, […]