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Saudi Pro League set to lure first Italian referee after EPL block

Following Al-Nassr's signing of Cristiano Ronaldo last year, the Saudi government has shifted its attention to soccer at an increasing rate. European soccer was rocked in the summer when a slew of players received massive transfer bids from clubs funded by the sovereign wealth fund. Neymar, Roberto Mancini, Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, Karim Benzema, and Karim Benzema […]

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NBC's Premier League fan fest heads to Nashville for first time

NBC is taking its Premier League fan fest to a new city in Nashville this coming April. Previously, NBC has visited cities like Orlando, Austin, New York City, Boston, Philadelphia and Los Angeles. In total, over 70,000 fans have made it out to these events. NBC works to provide a live matchday experience for those […]

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Premier League is now the most-watched soccer league in USA

Liga MX has been eclipsed for the first time in US soccer history by the English Premier League, now the most-watched soccer league in the United States. For decades in the United States, Mexico's top-flight Liga MX had been the leader. Its supremacy was boosted by the largest segment of Hispanics living in this country. […]

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Messi effect: Star invites ex-Argentina teammate to Inter Miami

With the signing of Luis Suarez, Inter Miami will have a new look for the next season. On the other hand, David Beckham and Lionel Messi have not finished yet; they want to lure other signings to Florida. The newest acquisition by Inter Miami brings the number of former Barcelona teammates that Lionel Messi will […]

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Rise of women's soccer: Journey to recognition and equality

As far as sports storylines go, the meteoric rise of women's soccer ranks among the most fascinating and motivating. A once-overlooked and underappreciated phenomenon has grown into a worldwide sensation, winning over audiences everywhere. The ascent from obscurity to prominence has been characterized by dogged persistence, fortitude, and the unrelenting quest for acknowledgment and parity. […]

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MLS is 'different sport' without pro/rel, says USMNT midfielder

The debate regarding promotion and relegation in Major League Soccer is one that always seems to peter out. While seemingly every other division one soccer competition, MLS is a closed league, steering clear of the danger of relegation. Having the drop for the bottom teams at the end of the season adds important games to […]

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Top 5 most-watched Premier League games in US history

The Premier League has a profound following in the United States, and some of the most-watched games in the league's history bring millions. With historic clubs that regularly win European competitions, the Premier League is arguably the best soccer league in the world. Few domestic leagues can rival the parity the league brings with so […]

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United minority takeover: Ratcliffe requests supporters' patience

Manchester United will be getting an investment of about $1.3 billion from Sir Jim Ratcliffe. This means that the ownership of the English soccer team has finally been resolved after more than a year of speculation. Investors' insatiable need for sporting assets has been further shown. With the acquisition of 25 percent of the club, […]

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City asking high fee for Joao Cancelo: End of Barcelona dream?

The astronomical transfer fee that Manchester City are asking for Joao Cancelo may put an end to his Barcelona aspirations. The club's precarious financial situation has necessitated some hemming and hawing in the transfer market as of late. It is now par for the course in Catalonia to see loan signings and free-agent coups. In […]

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Barcelona gets first January signing: Vitor Roque debut date

In preparation for his transfer to the Catalan club, Vitor Roque touched down in Barcelona on Wednesday. This coming Friday afternoon, he will join the first team for training. Subject to Roque's formal registration with the club, his arrival, after a $43.6 million agreement from Brazilian club Athletico-PR, is practically finalized. The club's announcement included […]

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How to get an Apple TV+ free trial for 3 months

Apple TV+ has become one of the top destinations for streaming in recent years. The service offers many exclusive series, movies, and documentaries with selections to fit just about any taste. And now you can start seeing for yourself with a free trial to Apple TV+. Get your free trial to Apple TV+ It's really […]

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No Madrid: Misery at United might lead to Varane exit

Raphael Varane feels stifled by his position in the Manchester United squad, and that could prompt his exit. The speculation that Varane may be leaving has intensified in the last several weeks. The Frenchman's contract with Manchester United expires in the summer of 2025, but Erik Ten Hag is relegating him to a supporting role. […]

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FIFA exempt from Women's World Cup tax while players pay big

A new report showed that players at the Women's World Cup in Australia, not FIFA, paid taxes on match earnings. FIFA reached an agreement with the Australian Tax Office (ATO) to not pay for earnings during the tournament. However, players in the competition paid up to 32.5% of their match fee income to the ATO. […]

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Notable players to retire in 2023: Ibra, Bale and Hazard

Soccer provides a flood of memories reliving themselves every season. There are a lot of contests that do not follow a linear calendar like Major League Soccer seasons; instead, they span for two years. There is little downtime for players between the 2022-23 season (which ended in the middle of 2023) and the start of […]

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Manchester City drops $27 million on Argentine teenager

Manchester City is re-upping young talent by purchasing Claudio Echeverri. The 17-year-old River Plate sensation is one of the brightest talents coming out of South America, and Manchester City has had recent success dipping into the Argentine Primera. For example, the club purchased Julian Alvarez from River Plate in January 2022. In his lone season […]