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Bob Bradley returns to Norway to help Stabaek's relegation battle

Bob Bradley is back with Stabaek, a team in Norway he previously coached, returning to management after being sacked by Toronto FC in June The club announced that the 65-year-old has signed until at least the conclusion of the current season. Bradley first joined Stabaek in 2014. He was in charge for two years, during […]

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Bruce Arena makes final decision after administrative leave

Six weeks after being put on administrative leave by Major League Soccer, Bruce Arena resigned as coach of the New England Revolution on Saturday. On August 1, the former USMNT head coach stepped down due to 'insensitive and improper' comments he reportedly made. Neither side has disclosed the nature of the allegations, but the club […]

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Arsenal to continue paying Lille for Pepe despite deal termination

Arsenal announced on Saturday that they have released striker Nicolas Pepe of Ivory Coast to sign with Trabzonspor of Turkey's Super Lig. With a then-record transfer price of about $90 million, the Gunners acquired the 28-year-old in 2019 from Ligue 1 club Lille. With this summer’s $130 million pound transfer of England midfielder Declan Rice […]

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Report provides update on Messi's fitness after cautionary tests

The sighting of Lionel Messi leaving a medical facility in his native Argentina has caused concern among Inter Miami and Argentina supporters. The soccer player, who has been in great shape since joining MLS this summer, started for Argentina in their 1-0 win over Ecuador on Thursday. In fact, he was the one who scored […]

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Drab USMNT beat Uzbekistan in Berhalter return

The US men’s national team (USMNT) beat Uzbekistan 3-0 in an international friendly on Saturday evening at City Park in St Louis. Despite the scoreline, the USMNT flattered to deceive and put in a drab performance in head coach Gregg Berhalter's return at the helm. Weah gives USA the lead Tim Weah put the hosts […]

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NBC releases Referees Mic’d Up show to viewers in USA

This week, the special episode Match Officials Mic'd Up premiered on NBC Sports' YouTube channel. Howard Webb, a former Premier League referee, and Michael Owen, an ex-soccer player, may not be the most attention-grabbing TV duo. The new program from the pair, though, has the potential to be entertaining. The english refereeing association the PGMOL […]

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PSG to earn great profit after shipping two 'undesirables' to Qatar

According to reports, Marco Verratti and Julian Draxler of Paris Saint-Germain are set to join the mass migration of European players to the Middle East this summer. For Marco Verratti, this season has gotten off to a convoluted start. The French champions had been eager to get rid of the veteran midfielder after he was […]

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MetLife Stadium favorite to host World Cup Final

It will be a while before the World Cup kicks off in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. One of the most intriguing conflicts, though, is going to be determined before the tournament even begins. In fact, it has nothing to do with the battle on the pitch. It’s yet to be decided which American […]

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Morocco players donate blood to help earthquake victims

Following the devastating earthquake that killed over 2,000 people in Morocco, members of the national soccer team have given blood. At least 2,012 people were killed when an earthquake measuring 6.8 on the Richter scale hit southwest of the Moroccan city of Marrakesh. More than 2,000 people were injured, with 1,404 in critical condition, according […]

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England held by defiant Ukraine in Euro Qualifiers

England were held to a 1-1 draw by Ukraine in the Euro 2024 qualifiers at the Tarczynski Arena on Saturday evening. A win for Gareth Southgate's side would have almost secured qualification in next year's showcase event in Germany. Ukraine came into the game second in Group C and they are in direct competition with […]

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Bright future: Barcelona to tie two rising stars to $1bn release clause

A bright future awaits Barcelona after they agreed to sign both Lamine Yamal and Alejandro Balde to contracts with a release clause. The Blaugrana clearly have complete trust in them. This season's crop of young Spaniards who have been turning heads on the pitch seem to have a bright future at Camp Nou. At 16 […]

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NWSL to announce new TV rights deal by end of year

The National Women's Soccer League is set to reveal their next media rights deal within the coming months. CBS Sports currently holds the exclusive broadcasting rights to air NWSL matches. Matches can also, however, be available to watch on their sister company Paramount+ as well. CBS Sports previously signed a three-year deal to broadcast NWSL […]

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Messi or Haaland? Griezmann makes hilarious Ballon d'Or pick

After the European season ended, talk over who would win the 2023 Ballon d'Or began in earnest. Recent rankings by France Football have stoked the flames of controversy. The thrilling 2022/23 season came to a close with Manchester City's victory against Inter, meaning that players still vying for the Ballon d'Or had no more opportunities […]

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NWSL sets attendance record with month still left of season

The National Women's Soccer League officially surpassed one million fans for the 2023 season on Friday night. A matchup between Kansas City Current and Angel City FC was watching by 11,827 supporters in the stands. This fixture helped set a new record of overall league attendance for the league. “Few metrics more clearly demonstrate the […]

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Alexis Sanchez has medical mystery, Chile boss provides update

Chile's World Cup Qualifying match against Uruguay did not include Inter forward Alexis Sanchez. The veteran striker has spent the first few months of the season getting back into game shape. The Chilean's return to Inter in Italy was not necessarily marked by a revival of his physical form. This was because, since leaving Marseille, […]