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Joelinton suffers big injury: What it means for Newcastle future

Due to a pay issue, Newcastle may have little choice but to sell Joelinton this summer. Joelinton joined Newcastle in July 2019 for a cost of $50 million, signing a six-year contract. Though they signed him to play center forward, he didn't start well. But the 27-year-old has blossomed into a standout player for Newcastle […]

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Ex-Barcelona star Vidal on verge of shocking return to old club

Through it all, Arturo Vidal has had an incredible career since turning professional with Chilean outfit Colo Colo. The fact that he changed teams many times throughout his career demonstrates not just his versatility but also his ability to flourish in new settings. Both were equally important in developing his personality in the world of […]

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Salah suffers injury at AFCON: How long will he be out?

In Thursday's 2-2 tie in AFCON between Egypt and Ghana, skipper Mohamed Salah was substituted out just before halftime due to an injury. As time ran down in the first half, Egypt took a major hit when the winger fell after touching the ball and instantly indicated he couldn't keep playing. After holding his left […]

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MLS makes broadcast plans for Inter Miami's preseason games

Major League Soccer has officially revealed their broadcasting plans for Inter Miami's preseason schedule. The Floridian club previously announced an extensive fixture list for January and early February ahead of the 2024 season. They will play seven different exhibition matches within the next month. Although MLS teams typically tend to stay Stateside for their preseason […]

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No exit? Benzema's lawyer reveals reason for Al-Ittihad absence

Rumor has it that Karim Benzema is weighing his options after a frustrating six months at Al-Ittihad. Last summer, the Frenchman was widely anticipated to ink a new contract with Real Madrid. So, his decision to go on a free transfer to pursue his career in Saudi Arabia was shocking. What lured him away was […]

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U.S. Soccer reveals full 2024 SheBelieves Cup schedule

Scheduling details of the upcoming 2024 SheBelieves Cup. The annual invitational tournament historically pits some of the top women's national teams against each other. Typically held in the spring, the competition consists of four teams fighting for the title. As hosts, the United States women's national team has featured in all eight of the previous […]

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No MLS? Mourinho stuck between two jobs after Roma exit

This week saw Jose Mourinho's dismissal from Italian side Roma. From that point on, however, he has been the subject of much speculation about his future in soccer, both among fans and analysts. In a statement, the Stadio Olimpico outfit confirmed the Portuguese manager's departure, ending his two-and-a-half-year tenure with the club. Despite now sitting […]

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Supercoppa: Saudi media confused why Juve and Milan left out

The 2023 Supercoppa Italiana officially kicked off on Thursday, Jan. 18. Although the annual tournament consists of top Italian Serie A clubs, the current iteration of the competition is taking place in Saudi Arabia. Soccer officials in the Middle Eastern nation reportedly agreed to host the tournament for a reported fee of $138 million. In […]

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EPL commentators on NBC: January 20 to 22

After last week's abbreviated matchday, the Premier League closes out matchday 21 with five games this weekend. There is not a fixture that jumps out among the rest this weekend, but oftentimes that shapes up some drama. The unexpected games regularly produce some of the more dramatic storylines. With Arsenal, Liverpool and a pair of […]

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Brentford boss says Toney will start in return from suspension

Brentford manager Thomas Frank has claimed that Ivan Toney will be named in his starting lineup at the weekend. The star striker has been sidelined since May due to a lengthy gambling suspension. Toney was previously convicted of breaching the FA's betting laws over 200 times during his career. The England international was initially barred […]

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Bayern wants to sign star Newcastle defender this month

Bayern Munich will reportedly target Newcastle defender Kieran Trippier during the January transfer period. It is no secret that the German giants are looking to add depth at the right-back position this month. After all, the Bundesliga club's typical starter at the position, Noussair Mazraoui, is currently injured. The Morocco international picked up a muscle […]

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Chaos in Copa del Rey as Barcelona and Atletico win, Real out

Barcelona and Atletico Madrid advanced to the Copa del Rey quarterfinals on Thursday after chaotic victories over Unionistas de Salamanca and Real Madrid. The draw for Barcelona and Atletico Madrid to see which teams they play in the quarterfinals is on Friday, Jan. 19. Here is how each of those teams reached the last eight […]

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How to watch FIFA's World Cup game schedule unveiling on TV

FIFA has revealed that the match schedule for the 2026 World Cup will be announced on Sunday, February 4. The details will be shared during a live broadcast that will be streamed worldwide as well as on US television. Here's how to watch FIFA's World Cup game schedule announcement: Viewers can tune in from 3 […]

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United profit plummets by $200m after Champions League exit

Manchester United, knocked out of the UEFA Champions League too soon, have lowered their profit prediction. Forecasted income from TV rights, sponsorships, and match-day profits has taken a major hit due to the club's failure to advance in the competition. According to Manchester United's board of directors, the club's early elimination from the Champions League […]

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Future sealed? Borussia Dortmund reveals plans for Gio Reyna

The future of Gio Reyna, formerly considered the rightful successor to Marco Reus' and Jadon Sancho's position at Borussia Dortmund, is now up in the air. Injuries and a lack of playing time have derailed Reyna's career, even though he is a gifted attacking midfielder. The 22-year-old American was once a promising young player. Even […]