latest articles by Martina Alcheva

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/ 728 days agoFine soon? Messi and Inter Miami clash with Monterrey boss
Lionel Messi and his Inter Miami teammates got into a heated altercation with the Monterrey coach, setting the stage for a fiery rematch. Even without the Argentine, Inter Miami looked like the superior club for an hour of Wednesday's match. But losing a player in the Champions Cup quarterfinal home match against Mexican powerhouse Monterrey […]

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/ 728 days agoBarca seek Premier League most-improved boss to replace Xavi
Several managers have been mentioned in connection with Barcelona's hunt for a replacement for Xavi Hernandez this summer. Interestingly, the Blaugrana have been sensational ever since the Spaniard announced his summer exit. Perhaps the closing games of the season have energized the squad since every player is battling for a spot on the team once […]

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/ 728 days agoWorse fate than Rubiales? Pique probed for alleged corruption
An inquiry into alleged corruption led to the Wednesday arrest of Luis Rubiales, the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) ex-head. And apparently, he may take former Barcelona defender Gerard Pique down with him. According to Spain's state prosecutors, police searched eleven locations for evidence. The investigation into corruption and money laundering led to the arrest of […]

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/ 728 days agoWest Ham look to USMNT star to solve defensive issues
West Ham is now in talks to recruit skilled US national team defender Mark McKenzie for the next summer transfer window. Just before relocating to Belgium in January 2021, 25-year-old Mark McKenzie thrived in MLS with the Philadelphia Union. Since his arrival, he has been an anchor in Genk's defense. Before winning the Belgian Cup […]

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/ 728 days agoMotherwell announces agreement with US partial owner
A US investor and the owner group at Motherwell have come to terms. Negotiations with the American family will go forward following the signing of non-binding terms. The board of directors at the Scottish Premiership side has been looking for investors outside the company. While seeking new investors, the Steelmen recently staged a spoof Hollywood […]

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/ 729 days agoArizona law may help bring soccer stadium to Phoenix area
A consortium headed by a former official of the National Hockey League's Arizona Coyotes is pursuing land in Mesa law amendments to bring more soccer. One of their goals is to see whether the Phoenix region can host a professional stadium, and thus a club. If the measure were to succeed, it would bypass the […]

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/ 729 days agoBrazilian clubs sue US owner over match-fixing comments
Following John Textor accusing Brazil of match-fixing, the Brazilian club Palmeiras proceeded to submit a complaint against the American tycoon. In a statement, the 58-year-old accused reigning champion Palmeiras of benefiting from a match-fixing system. His Eagle Football manages Botafogo, a top-flight Brazilian team. "I'm sorry [this] is going to create a lot of noise, […]

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/ 730 days agoPulisic's father reveals reason for Milan move and revival in form
AC Milan's summer signing Christian Pulisic seems to owe his present coach, Stefano Pioli, a debt of gratitude for his stellar season. Since his first game with the Rossoneri, the former Chelsea player established himself as a starter. Additionally, he has been an integral part of the team's success this year. Once he arrived in […]

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/ 730 days agoSweden picks opponent for Zlatan Ibrahimovic testimonial
On June 8, the legendary Zlatan Ibrahimovic will play in his last game for the national team. In recognition of his retirement from soccer, the Swedish national team has scheduled a testimonial match. The experienced forward opted to retire after last season following a string of knee ailments. He is currently a member of the […]

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/ 730 days agoReport says Estadio Azteca not ready for World Cup 2026
Canada, the US, and Mexico will host the 2026 World Cup, and the clock is ticking down the days before the big event. With 16 host cities spread throughout the three nations, this World Cup will be the first to include 48 teams. The two Canadian sites, located on opposite sides of the nation, are […]

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/ 730 days agoMan United to break bank in pursuit of Portuguese jewel
Sir Jim Ratcliffe is ready to shatter transfer records at Manchester United as the club seeks to bolster their midfield. Former Real Madrid stalwart Casemiro's decline since leaving the Santiago Bernabeu has been rapid and dramatic. Meanwhile, Christian Eriksen isn't getting much love as Erik ten Hag no longer favors the Dane. In a flash, […]

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/ 733 days agoVinicius to quit Real Madrid over racism? Ancelotti breaks silence
In his never-ending campaign to end racism in sports, Vinicius remains front and center in Spain's media. The talented winger, widely recognized as one of the best players in the world, sobbed uncontrollably at a news conference just before his match against Spain. He cited the constant racial abuse he endures as the reason. The […]

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/ 733 days agoDouble agent: Haaland flirts with both Madrid and Barcelona?
The future holds La Liga for Erling Haaland, whether in the Spanish capital Madrid, or the stunning Catalan beauty Barcelona. According to reports, Alfie Haaland hoped his son would join Real Madrid or Barcelona back in 2022. But the former were set on keeping Karim Benzema and the latter could only afford cut-price Robert Lewandowski. […]

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/ 733 days agoAC Milan aspire to emulate New York Yankees with new stadium
Ever since their rough patches, AC Milan and Inter have bounced back to their old selves. What makes the Nerazzurri's impending 20th Serie A title all the more remarkable is that they are quite close to achieving it. On par with Juventus, they will join an exclusive group of Italian clubs to get the second […]

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/ 733 days agoAmorim speaks out on Liverpool interest after Alonso's decision
Now that Jurgen Klopp is out of the picture at Liverpool, Ruben Amorim is allegedly in pole position to replace him. Following his replacement of Xabi Alonso as the number one target for the Liverpool position, the Portuguese has finally spoken out. The popular choice for the position after Jurgen Klopp's departure at the season's […]
