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/ 4077 days agoWhy Danny Ings could be the answer to Liverpool's striking options
Burnley forward Danny Ings has been the subject of increased speculation over recent weeks, with Liverpool the latest club to be linked with the services of the England under-21 international. On Wednesday, the London Evening Standard reported that Liverpool could be on the verge of hijacking Tottenham Hotspur's rumored £12 million bid to prise Ings […]

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/ 4077 days agoIf not Qatar then where? Where should the 2022 World Cup go?
When Loretta Lynch and Richard Weber addressed the watching world following the launch of the federal investigations into FIFA corruption, they were clear to emphasize that this process would be a long one. But in the wake of Sepp Blatter’s announcement that he’ll be resigning as president, already the organization’s precarious house of cards is […]

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/ 4077 days agoArsenal's Jack Wilshere charged with misconduct for trolling Spurs fans
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere could face a fine from the Football Association after being charged with misconduct following his foul-mouthed, anti-Tottenham chants during the FA Cup victory parade on Sunday. The 23-year-old, who came through the Gunners' youth ranks, took to the microphone to mock the club's fierce rivals as the players celebrated on a […]

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/ 4077 days agoReal Madrid are delaying David de Gea’s decision
Despite widespread reports from England, David de Gea has not made a decision on his future and has not said 'goodbye' to his teammates and staff at Manchester United. The 24-year-old goalkeeper is currently training with the Spanish national team as it prepares for its friendlies against Costa Rica and Belarus. When he's not taking […]

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/ 4077 days agoJames Milner in advanced talks over a free transfer to Liverpool
Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher believes James Milner's experience could put him in contention for the captain's armband if he completes his move to Anfield. The 29-year-old Manchester City midfielder, whose contract expires at the end of next month, is in advanced talks over a free transfer to the Reds. Milner has won two Premier […]

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/ 4077 days ago2015 International Champions Cup Preview
The International Champions Cup makes its return this summer, with matches scheduled in Australia, Canada, China, England, Italy, Mexico and the USA, featuring some of the biggest clubs in world football. Last year's tournament in Canada and USA proved such a success with eight teams involved that this season's tournament has increased to feature 15. […]

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/ 4077 days agoWhat should happen to the 2018 and 2022 World Cups?
The shockingly sudden resignation of Sepp Blatter as head of FIFA prompts a number of questions, many of which are a long way from being answered. Some will remain unanswered until the prosecutors and various police forces announce the results of various investigations, but practically there is now a major question that needs to be […]

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/ 4077 days ago2015 Copa America TV schedule for viewers in USA
Programming note: While Copa America 2015 has ended, you can still watch Colombia, Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay, Peru and other CONMEBOL countries on beIN SPORTS in the USA. If your cable or satellite provider doesn't offer beIN SPORTS, or you want to watch the games on your computer, mobile phone, tablet or Roku, sign up for […]

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/ 4077 days agoESPN picks perfect day to give Bob Ley a long-term contract extension
Bob Ley has signed a long-term extension deal to remain with ESPN, as announced by the company this afternoon. Ley has been with the network since September 1979, and is the longest working broadcaster within ESPN since joining SportsCenter on the show's third day. "I am thrilled that Bob Ley will continue at ESPN — for […]

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/ 4077 days agoSepp Blatter being investigated by FBI as part of corruption scandal
FIFA President Sepp Blatter is being investigated by the FBI as part of the corruption scandal, sources have told ABC News. ABC News Senior Investigative Reporter Josh Margolin reports that Blatter is being investigated by the FBI and U.S. prosecutors. He added that the FBI declined to comment because Blatter has not been publicly identified as […]

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/ 4078 days agoFOX to rebrand FOX Soccer Plus as 'Women's World Cup Channel' through July 5
FOX Sports has decided to rebrand its FOX Soccer Plus channel as "FIFA Women's World Cup Channel" for the duration of the 2015 Women's World Cup, which runs from June 6 to July 5. The announcement about the rebranding of FOX Soccer Plus was made Monday evening. However, while the network will be known as […]

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/ 4078 days agoCeltic confirm signing of Manchester City defender Dedryck Boyata
Celtic have confirmed the signing of Manchester City defender Dedryck Boyata. The Parkhead club issued a press release which revealed 24-year-old Belgium international will be presented at a media conference at Celtic Park at lunchtime. Boyata, who flew into Glasgow on Sunday, is Celtic manager Ronny Deila's first summer signing. He should replace fellow Belgian […]

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/ 4078 days agoMarcos Rojo hoping to expedite Nicolas Otamendi’s transfer
Manchester United defender Marcos Rojo is prepared to use his time with the Argentina national team to urge Valencia centre-back Nicolas Otamendi to join him at Old Trafford next season. Rojo and Otamendi were both named to manager Gerardo "Tata" Martino's 23-man squad which will take part in the Copa America. Argentina are currently preparing […]

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/ 4078 days agoLate bloomer Carlos Bacca blossoms at right time for Sevilla
"At 20 I was living in my village, Puerto Colombia, working as a bus driver's assistant. Life was far from easy. Next I had to work as a ticket collector on the buses because I come from a poor family and had to earn money to help them out. The doors of football had been […]
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/ 4078 days agoA look back at the United Soccer Association in 1967
The 1966 World Cup in England opened America’s eyes to soccer. Those wide-open eyes saw full stadiums and supporters frothing at the mouth to watch a sport that was practically unknown to the majority of the USA population. Now with dollar signs gleaming in their vision, a consortium of soccer “enthusiasts” set out to create […]