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According to Thursday's Italian Referee Association (AIA) announcement, a referee crew consisting of only female officials will oversee a Serie A game this coming weekend. After last Monday's Derby della Madonnina victory against AC Milan, Inter Milan was crowned Serie A champions. There was no more gratifying method for Inter to earn their 20th Scudetto […]

After more than a year away from coaching, Graham Potter is considering a return to the role, and Ajax is again interested in hiring him. Potter's most recent job remains his failed stint at Stamford Bridge. He is also considered a possible Erik ten Hag successor at Manchester United. He has been taking it easy […]

Gonzalo Higuain walked at Inter Miami, so Lionel Messi could run. Like Messi is to David Beckham's team today, Higuain was meant to be a game-changer. For a long time, many saw Major League Soccer in the US as a place where retired greats could relax and enjoy their last years of professional soccer. That […]

The Spanish soccer scene has been rocking recently. Following Barcelona's "phantom goal" at the Bernabeu, there is a continued and boisterous discussion on the use of goal-line technology. In the meantime, La Liga president Javier Tebas has mentioned the possibility of holding games in the US. Then as it turns out, Xavi reconsidered his plans […]

Without the Indy Eleven, Indianapolis is pursuing a Major League Soccer franchise. The news casts doubt on the city's second professional soccer club's long-term viability. The city is taking a huge risk to lure MLS, but an undisclosed investor group supports the idea. The Indianapolis Business Journal says this group would pay the projected $500 […]

In a scathing attack on Barcelona president Joan Laporta, PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi declared the Super League dead. Following its disastrous 2021 debut, only Real Madrid and Barcelona still want to establish a European Super League. Several teams immediately withdrew from the initiative in response to the strong fan criticism, and it swiftly fell apart. […]

The 2023–24 season has seen a worrying decline in performance from Atletico Madrid's renowned goalie Jan Oblak. Despite his stellar reputation, he has let in an alarming number of goals this term. In 38 games played last season, he let in only 37 goals—almost one goal per game. However, with six games left this season, […]

There was much debate in the 2023-24 final El Clasico on whether Lamine Yamal's flick had crossed the line. This spurred discussion over the absence of goal-line technology in LaLiga. Despite its widespread usage in other top European leagues, LaLiga has yet to implement goal-line technology. The anticipated annual cost of $4.3 million has been […]

An unforgettable 15-season career for Athletic Club legend Iker Muniain ends with his decision not to extend his contract. Upon his departure, he will have been the club's second-most capped player. He has even claimed the Copa del Rey, the club's final major prize, after four decades. With his technical skill and determination on the […]

Monday, the Premier League teams will discuss "game-changing" financial fair play, or FFP, rules that might introduce a strict pay ceiling, or "anchoring." Also, introducing squad cost limitations is a part of the league's effort to revamp its financial fair play regulations. Clubs in the Premier League have already decided to implement squad spending limitations […]

Referees in Ligue 1 are likely to use a microphone audio system method for the next season. We may now see the result of the matter that has been discussed for many months. When asked about the upcoming women's and men's French Cup finals, referee chief Antony Gautier told L'Équipe in March that a "complete […]

An iconic event in soccer history was memorialized on a napkin when Barcelona informally recruited Lionel Messi, then 13 years old. He went on to orchestrate one of the best careers in sports history. "In Barcelona, on 14 December 2000 and the presence of Messrs. [Josep] Minguella and Horacio [Gaggioli], Carles Rexach, FC Barcelona's sporting […]

There has been no official word on whether Kylian Mbappe will leave Paris Saint-Germain at the season's conclusion. However, rumors have circulated that Real Madrid is his intended destination. There are questions regarding Mbappe's role and fit within the Real Madrid ranks. Part of his reason for leaving PSG is the fact that he does […]

Big additions and a good lineup gave Inter Miami a head start to the season, and the expectations were high. The squad is still finding its groove, and performances on the field have been all over the place. After losing their excellent player Diego Gomez to injury, they are now confronted with a difficult issue. […]

In 2024-25, Arsenal will change the club logo on all jerseys. That results in a somewhat different design for the team's kits. Last year, Arsenal gave us a major hint about their plans with their third shirt for the current season. It had a distinctive green and blue color scheme and was emblazoned with the […]

When Inter Miami and Lionel Messi visit Gillette Stadium this weekend, New England Revolution expects record-breaking attendance. More than 60,000 people are anticipated to attend the game in Foxborough. However, it is quite unlikely that anybody will know until at least an hour before kickoff if the Argentine will be starting. On Saturday, Inter Miami […]

Every summer, soccer fans eagerly await the announcement of which club teams will be visiting the United States for a series of exhibition matches. Friendlies are useful for teams in two ways. One great thing about them is that they help you get in shape for matches before the new season starts. The soccer season […]

Point deductions put Everton in a precarious position, but the club seems to think they have found the perfect manager to keep them out of danger. Sean Dyche was let go by Burnley almost two years ago as he was in the midst of their fight to avoid relegation from the Premier League. Whatever wounds […]

Gianluca Busio, a midfielder for the United States national team, scored the game-winning goal for Venezia in their promotion campaign to Serie A. The 21-year-old produced a spectacular goal that put his side back in the battle for promotion to the top division. The team from Venice is in a desperate situation as the Serie […]

Nacho Fernandez, a great center defender for Real Madrid, is down to his last weeks with the club. He will be leaving the club this summer after 23 years of service. His contract is up at the end of the season, therefore the experienced defender's future with the club is in question. The club's strategy […]