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Real Madrid keeping tabs on Harry Kane, says report

Real Madrid will supposedly monitor Tottenham Hotspur's Harry Kane ahead of the summer transfer window. The Daily Mail claims that the Spanish giants would love to add the England international to their attack. However, a potential move would be difficult to finalize. Champions League qualification could decide Kane's future There's no secret that Kane will […]

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Soccer players have higher chance at dementia, says study

Soccer players are more likely to develop dementia over time, according to a study out of Sweden. The Lancet, an international weekly general medicine journal, published the findings from the Karolinska Institutet. Researchers reviewed the health records of over 6,000 players in the Swedish top division from 1924 to 2019. That was compared against over […]

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Vieira, not Henry, is the sensible pick for USMNT job

Patrick Vieira and Thierry Henry are two of the latest names to circle for the head coaching position with the USMNT. Crystal Palace sacked the former on Friday after a run of 12 matches without a win. The latter is a pundit for CBS, but he previously worked under Roberto Martinez on the Belgium National […]

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Manor Solomon recalls fleeing Ukraine prior to Fulham move

Fulham forward Manor Solomon recently told the story of how he escaped Ukraine during his time with Shakhtar Donetsk. The 23-year-old Israel international was still playing for the Ukrainian club when the Russian invasion began last year. "I woke up to the sound of explosions and sirens," Solomon told BBC Sport. "It was like being […]

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LaLiga launches platform organizing US summer tour and games

LaLiga has announced a new platform that will organize matches throughout the summertime. 'LaLiga Summer Tour' should grow the Spanish league in other areas outside of the European nation. League officials are particularly focused on the North American market and these friendly matches will bring Spanish teams Stateside. "The launch of the 'LaLiga Summer Tour' […]

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City vs Bayern highlights Champions League quarterfinal draw

The UEFA Champions League quarterfinal draw was revealed on Friday, and it did not disappoint. Historically speaking, when the prestigious tournament gets down to the final eight clubs, there are always some massive matchups. However, this season's draw is particularly mouthwatering. Current Champions League holders Real Madrid will face Premier League side Chelsea. The two […]

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Henry rejects France women's team, wants USMNT job

Thierry Henry has apparently rejected the chance to manage the France women's national team, leaving the door open for the USMNT. Corinne Diacre was fired last week from the job after a hearing by the French Football Federation (FFF). There is just four months until the 2023 Women's World Cup begins in Australia and New […]

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Crystal Palace sack Vieira after 12-match winless run

Crystal Palace fired manager Patrick Vieira on Friday. The decision comes after the Frenchman failed to pick up a victory over the last 12 matches. Palace currently sit 12th in the Premier League table, but are just three points from the relegation zone. Three assistant coaches were also sacked by the club. Crystal Palace chairman […]

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Arsenal and Sporting go the distance in Europa League classic

After a thrilling 2-2 draw in the first leg of their Europa League round of 16 tie, Arsenal and Sporting faced off again at the Emirates on Thursday. This game, much like the first, was end to end throughout, with both sides playing aggressive. For much of the game, Sporting looked the two more likely […]

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Man United into Europa League quarterfinals over Betis

Manchester United qualified for the Europa League quarterfinals on Thursday in Spain. The Red Devils started the two-legged tie with a 4-1 victory at home against Real Betis. Because of the first result, United only needed to avoid a complete collapse on Thursday. The visitors would, however, win on the road, as well. The Red […]

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England squad for March 2023 omits potential USMNT talent

Gareth Southgate released his England squad for Euro 2024 qualifying in March with some controversial choices. The runner-up from Euro 2020 has a pair of games next weekend. First off is a trip to the team it lost to in that Euro 2020 Final, Italy. Then, the Three Lions host Ukraine at Wembley on Sunday, […]

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Man United plan preseason US tour, could face Wrexham

Manchester United will be playing preseason matches in the United States this summer. The Red Devils announced the American tour on Wednesday, but would not reveal potential opposition. However, the team's official statement on the news claimed that United will play a "series of games" throughout "various cities" Stateside. It will be the first time […]

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Pulisic calls US Soccer drama 'childish,' Berhalter 'unfortunate'

USMNT star Christian Pulisic spoke on the US Soccer drama involving the Reynas and Berhalter in an exclusive interview with ESPN. While the Chelsea forward is not part of the dilemma, he did have rousing opinions on the debacle. In fact, he called the infighting between Claudio Reyna and Gregg Berhalter 'childish.' Claudio Reyna and […]

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Stefan Bajcetic sidelined for season with leg injury

Liverpool midfielder Stefan Bajcetic will not play again for the club this season after picking up an injury. The highly-rated teen has been a bright spot in manager Jurgen Klopp's depleted midfield. Despite his age, Bajcetic has managed to play a significant role with the team in recent months. Prior to the second leg Champions […]

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Women's World Cup prize money up in 2023, still fraction of men

The upcoming 2023 Women's World Cup prize money is set to receive a major financial boost. ESPN is reporting that the tournament in Australia and New Zealand will feature a $150 million purse. This would be an increase of about 300% compared to the 2019 competition in France. It's clearly welcoming news that the Women's […]