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EPL commentators on NBC: Sep. 23 & 24

With the first batch of European games now in the rear-view mirror, top clubs in the Premier League return to domestic action in a crowded table. This weekend, two games stand out among the rest in the Premier League. However, let's get to those in a second. Manchester City kicks the weekend off on Saturday […]

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Ten Hag says Man Utd remains 'united' after reported rift

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has claimed that the entire organization remains "united." The remarks come as there are suggestions of a rift between the coach and his players. The Red Devils are currently in a rough spot at the moment, having lost three consecutive matches. “So this is my second year, and I […]

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Arsenal makes Odegaard highest-paid player with new deal

Martin Odegaard has become the latest Arsenal star to sign a long-term contract extension with the club. The club captain has been a smash hit since his arrival from Real Madrid in 2021. Although he joined the north London outfit on a loan, the Gunners made it a permanent deal for $40 million. Bukayo Saka, […]

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Apple wants to play by its own rules in streaming soccer

Apple signed its landmark $2.5 billion deal with Major League Soccer last year to mark the company's splash into streaming sports. Apple isn't content to just air MLS games. It wants to reshape how they're presented and consumed. That desire to innovate, while welcome in many regards, needs to be balanced with respect for soccer's […]

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Liverpool completes yet another comeback in Europa opener

Liverpool came back from behind to win away at Austrian side LASK on Thursday in their opening Europa League game of the season. After being down at halftime, the Premier League club grabbed multiple second-half goals to take the three points. It was the fourth time that the Reds have conceded first out of six […]

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Tottenham up for sale? Daniel Levy reveals surprising stance

The chairman of the Premier League's Tottenham, Daniel Levy, has said that he is willing to listen to takeover offers for the sale of the club. Just a few months ago, billionaire Joe Lewis gave control of the team to a family trust. The ENIC Sports Group owns Tottenham Hotspur. Levy owns 29.9 percent of […]

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Kroenkes unhappy with FIFA's deal for World Cup games at SoFi

SoFi Stadium's deal with FIFA to host the 2026 World Cup has apparently caused a major dispute between Arsenal owner Stan Kroenke and the international governing body. Kroenke also owns SoFi Stadium and its main tenant, the NFL's LA Rams. The USA, Mexico, and Canada will each the sixteen venues for the 23rd edition of […]

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Familiar face to coach Team GB at possible 2024 Olympics

If the Great Britain women's soccer team makes it to the Paris 2024 Olympics, Sarina Wiegman will lead the squad. Wiegman is the head coach of the England Women's National Team. She is among the most-wanted coaches in the world. For example, the Netherlands men's squad included her in its list of potential coaches. Wiegman […]

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Peacock's Rugby World Cup has crossover appeal to soccer fans

Rugby is the fastest-growing sport in the United States, according to Nielsen, with more than 2,600 clubs stateside. With the Rugby World Cup currently being played in France, of which Peacock has every single game, we caught up with NBC Sports to find out more details about the competition, as well as the 2031 Rugby […]

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Chelsea set to receive $490 million from US investment firm

Chelsea is set to receive more money through a United States investment firm. American Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital purchased the club for around $3 billion in 2022. The deal also included an extra $2 billion in investment from Boehly and company. Despite only being with the team for just over a year, new ownership […]

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Thierry Henry provides words of advice for Christian Pulisic

Former Arsenal legend Thierry Henry made a recent guest appearance on CBS Sports’ new show Kickin' It. The retired striker currently works for the network's Champions League coverage on Paramount+. Nevertheless, Kickin' It is a separate unfiltered interview show hosted by Kate Abdo, Clint Dempsey, Charlie Davies, and Maurice Edu. In the first part of […]

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England face qualification challenge for Euro 2028 even if host

Despite being the most likely co-host of Euro 2028, England may still need to play for qualification to the tournament. All signs point to the United Kingdom and Ireland winning hosting rights to Euro 2028. Turkey, one of the biggest competitors, looks unlikely to legitimately challenge those five countries. Oct. 10 will reveal the lucky […]

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American investors in talks over West Bromwich Albion sale

With current owner Guochuan Lai hoping to sell before year's end, West Bromwich Albion may seek an American owner. There is mounting pressure for West Brom to find financial backing. The club's financial woes are worsening. The Championship club failed to generate sufficient revenue via player sales during the summer transfer window. Off-field issues at […]

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Saudi Crown Prince: 'We'll continue doing sportswashing'

Saudi Arabia Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has proclaimed that he does not care about accusations of sportswashing. Bin Salman became his country's de facto ruler in 2017. Since then, the billionaire has invested a fortune in sports. Most notably, bin Salman's Public Investment Fund (PIF) bought a majority stake in Newcastle United in 2021. […]

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Arteta to use both Arsenal keepers, but Raya hard to drop

Arsenal brought in David Raya this summer on an initial loan, surprising many fans and pundits with Aaron Ramsdale establishing himself as the Gunners' No. 1. The Englishman played a key role in Arsenal conceding the joint-second lowest goals against last season. The England international has performed quite well for the Gunners since arriving in […]