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/ 574 days ago

Misfiring Nunez can feature for Uruguay after ban revoked

Darwin Nunez is set to be able to feature for Uruguay during the current international break. The star striker was previously suspended for five national team matches for his involvement during a postgame clash at Copa America 2024. The ugly incident marred the summer competition here in the United States. Following a tense semifinal matchup […]

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/ 574 days ago

Premier League's jaw-dropping viewership crushes NFL

More information from Manchester City's recent court battle with the Premier League is coming to light. The reigning English champions went head-to-head with the league over Associated Party Transaction (APT) laws. APTs are sponsorship deals between clubs and companies directly linked to the owners of these teams. While the two sides will likely continue to […]

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/ 574 days ago

US private equity firm in talks about Championship club takeover

American consortium Resilience Capital Partners started a takeover bid to take control at English Championship club Sheffield United. A spokesman for Steven H. Rosen, who founded the group with Bassem Mansour, declined to comment on the subject. Sheffield United currently competes in England’s second tier after a dreadful season last term in the Premier League. […]

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/ 575 days ago

Valuation of Aston Villa sensation Jhon Durán skyrockets

Premier League’s super-sub Jhon Durán extended his contract with Aston Villa until 2030. The Colombian joined Unai Emery’s side from MLS outfit Chicago Fire in January 2023. It’s a welcome change of tone for Villa as he was desperate to join West Ham United in the summer. Damian Vidagany, director of football operations at Aston […]

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/ 575 days ago

Netherlands legend Johan Neeskens dies aged 73

Former Netherlands and Ajax legend Johan Neeskens has died at the age of 73. The Royal Dutch Football Association (KNVB) confirmed the sad passing on Monday. “The KNVB was shocked yesterday morning by the news that Johan Neeskens has suddenly passed away at the age of 73," The Dutch soccer association said. "During the last […]

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/ 575 days ago

MLS sets league-wide record for attendance in a regular season

The 2024 Major League Soccer season has been a success for the league as the regular season winds down in October. The MLS Cup Playoffs are still on the horizon, and one or two games are remaining for most of the teams in the league. However, even though the figure will rise, MLS has already […]

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/ 575 days ago

Paul Pogba ban reduced: Could Ligue 1 be next step?

After a successful appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), Paul Pogba has had his four-year ban from football reduced to 18 months. The Juventus midfielder described the situation as a "nightmare" that is finally "over". He will be allowed to return to club training in the New Year. Pogba will be eligible […]

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/ 575 days ago

Top 10 games to watch in October 2024 international break

The October international break commences this midweek as club soccer takes a backseat to games with the national teams. For example, fans can watch qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup. Yet, while those World Cup qualifiers are not consistent among all teams, each of the FIFA confederations has games available. Here, we picked the 10 […]

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/ 575 days ago

Orlando Pride claims NWSL Shield as regular-season champion

Sunday's victory over the Washington Spirit ensured the Orlando Pride won the 2024 NWSL Shield. This regular-season award goes to the team who finishes with the best record in the league. It is the equivalent to the MLS Supporters' Shield, which Inter Miami and Lionel Messi recently claimed for the first time in their history. […]

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/ 576 days ago

Thomas Frank's Brentford: The epitome of pragmatism

Since securing promotion to the Premier League in 2021, Brentford has established itself as a top-flight side. This is largely because of their manager Thomas Frank. The Dane has led the Bees to 13th, 9th, and 16th-placed finishes since entering the Premier League. Unlike the new norm of promoted sides opting for a more expansive […]

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/ 576 days ago

De Rossi comeback big possibility for Roma as Juric faces sack

Roma find themselves at a critical juncture as manager Ivan Juric faces mounting pressure after just four games in charge. Despite initial successes, recent performances have left club owners questioning Juric’s future. This has led to speculations about the possible return of former Roma legend Daniele De Rossi. A possible shakeup like this highlights the […]

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/ 576 days ago

Could RedBird end up selling Milan shares despite club’s rise?

Recent reports claiming that RedBird Capital, the owners of AC Milan, were planning to sell a portion of their stake in the club have been denied by the investment firm. Despite ongoing rumors, RedBird remains committed to Milan’s long-term success, while also considering new investment opportunities. The Rossoneri are intent on enhancing their standing on […]

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/ 576 days ago

Madrid propose novel fix for Bernabeu soundproofing issues

The iconic Santiago Bernabeu stadium has found itself at the center of a noise controversy. Real Madrid grapples with complaints from local residents and mounting legal issues surrounding the Bernabeu. In an attempt to mitigate the disruption, the club has enacted a series of unconventional solutions. Yet their efforts seem far from resolving the situation. […]

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/ 576 days ago

Mbappe's early return sparks friction between France and Madrid

Kylian Mbappe's unexpected return to the pitch in Real Madrid's match against Villarreal has caused a stir within the French national team, particularly with head coach Didier Deschamps. The forward was recovering from a thigh injury. Thus, Deschamps left him out of France’s squad for the upcoming UEFA Nations League matches against Israel and Belgium. […]

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/ 576 days ago

Madrid’s double blow: When will Vinicius and Carvajal return?

Real Madrid is grappling with an escalating injury crisis. Two of their star players, Dani Carvajal and Vinicius, have suffered significant setbacks during the club's recent victory over Villarreal. The La Liga giants secured a 2-0 win. However, devastating injuries that could have long-term implications for the team marred the triumph. Carvajal's injury is particularly […]