latest articles by Martina Alcheva

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/ 822 days ago2025 Club World Cup without Barca? What they need to qualify
Tragic news is piling up for Barcelona as they face yet another setback. That puts their chances of making it to the Club World Cup in 2025 in jeopardy. Both Spanish teams had a lethargic UEFA Champions League mid-week. Inter beat Atletico Madrid 1-0 in the first leg of their round of 16 match. Meanwhile, […]

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/ 822 days agoFormer Barcelona star credits Messi as US soccer's savior
Lionel Messi's move to MLS side Inter Miami has allowed Gerard Pique to praise his ex-Barcelona teammate for growing the sport. The Spanish veteran has spoken highly of his former pal, saying that the Argentine star's transfer to Inter Miami was a major factor in the growth of soccer in America. Piqué believes that the […]

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/ 822 days agoNo MLS or Saudi? Club contacts Modric over summer move
It seems like Luka Modric and Real Madrid are nearing the conclusion of their lovely collaboration. This summer, the Croatian will likely leave Spain after a 12-year stay. They reportedly won't offer a new contract to the 38-year-old, who is now in the final months of his deal. It seems like the former Ballon d'Or […]

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/ 822 days ago"At least seven” more superstars ready to move to Saudi league
The Saudi Pro League is a financial spectacle these days, luring the world's top players like moths to a flame. Because of all the attention it has received worldwide in the last year, the league's plan has evolved significantly. Cristiano Ronaldo's January 2023 transfer to Al-Nassr of the Saudi Pro League set the ball rolling. […]

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/ 822 days agoSevilla file complaint over Real Madrid TV: What next for Madrid?
The ongoing scrutiny of referees by Real Madrid TV before Real Madrid matches has long been a contentious issue in the Spanish league. Though none of the teams have formally reported the issue to the Spanish Football Federation, many have voiced their complaints. But that is no longer the case. Sevilla have confirmed in a […]

Leagues: MLS
/ 823 days agoYouth and college referees step in to officiate 2024 MLS games
The 2024 season of Major League Soccer has begun with a lockout of referees. Due to the failure of the Professional Referees Organization (PRO) and the Professional Soccer Referees Association (PSRA) to reach a new collective bargaining agreement, MLS has used substitute referees in all of its games. Just as the season was about to […]

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/ 823 days agoRedondo joins Inter Miami: Debut earlier than expected?
On Friday, Inter Miami finalized the four-year deal with midfielder Federico Redondo, which includes an option for the 2028 season. Fernando Redondo's son will be joining the U22 Initiative as a player to replace Facundo Farias at the conclusion of the season due to an injury. Before last month's regular season encounter, Inter Miami suffered […]

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/ 823 days agoShort reunion with Kane? Bayern may part ways with Dier
Despite hopes to the contrary, Harry Kane and Eric Dier's reunion at Bayern Munich may not last much. Apparently, the Bundesliga club wants to part ways with the English defender during the summer transfer window. Reportedly, Bayern Munich worry about Eric Dier's lack of speed and will most likely let him go this summer. The […]

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/ 823 days agoGreenwood to reject Barcelona move, wants only one club
After an internal inquiry at United determined that Mason Greenwood must restart his playing career away from Old Trafford, he is presently on loan at La Liga team Getafe. He was charged with attempts at rape, assault, and controlling and coercive conduct in January 2022. However, all accusations were later dropped in February 2023. This […]

Leagues: MLS
/ 823 days agoMLS with second-highest carbon footprint on average in US
No sporting event, from the most local to the most global, takes place in a vacuum. It intertwines with environmental, social, and economic issues on a local and global scale. One of the most critical issues of our day, climate change, affects the industry inextricably. When it comes to combating global warming, sports play an […]

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/ 823 days agoEFL Cup: Pochettino asks referee impartiality in Klopp clash
The English Football League Cup is at stake in Sunday's match between Jurgen Klopp of Liverpool and Mauricio Pochettino of Chelsea. With Jurgen Klopp at the helm for one last time, the Reds have booked a Wembley date after defeating Bournemouth, Fulham, West Ham, Leicester, and Fulham. This may be the first step toward Premier […]

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/ 824 days agoUnprecedented feat: Messi crowned most popular athlete in US
The first competitive match of 2024 saw Inter Miami triumph, thanks in large part to Lionel Messi's performance. With a goal from Robert Taylor and an assist from Messi, the Herons got off to a winning start. The 2024 season will be Messi's shining moment after his incredible debut in Major League Soccer last year. […]

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/ 824 days agoMbappe effect: PSG star could follow teammate to Real Madrid
After his contract with PSG ends in the summer, Mbappe notified the club that he would be departing. The striker is widely favored to join Real Madrid on a free transfer. With 244 goals in 291 games, Mbappe is the all-time top scorer for Paris Saint-Germain. At the moment, all of his attention is on […]

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/ 824 days agoKroos surprises Germany with decision: Will he play Euro 2024?
Following Julian Nagelsmann's request, Toni Kroos has returned to the German national team, thanks to his stellar play for Real Madrid. Thus, he confirmed his participation in the next matches against France and the Netherlands. "Guys, let me tell you. I will play for Germany again in March. Why? Because I was asked by the […]

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/ 824 days agoWho will replace Tuchel at Bayern? 5 prominent names surface
Thomas Tuchel will be leaving Bayern Munich after the season, the club confirmed on Wednesday. The 3-2 defeat to Bochum in Sunday's Bundesliga match was the catalyst for the decision. The decision to fire the 50-year-old came after three consecutive losses in all competitions; Bayern are now eight points behind league leaders Bayer Leverkusen. The […]
