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Milan beat Barca to end successful US tour, Pulisic steals show

Christina Pulisic’s AC Milan wrapped up their preseason tour of the United States with an exhilarating 2-2 draw against Barca in Baltimore. The match, characterized by contrasting halves, provided a thrilling spectacle for fans. It also served as a valuable test for both teams ahead of their respective league campaigns. The Rossoneri started the game […]

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USMNT-linked Renard steps down as France Women's boss

The France women’s national team has officially announced the departure of their head coach, Herve Renard. This news, though anticipated, marks a significant moment in French women's soccer. Renard, appointed in March 2023, had previously indicated his intention to step down after the Paris Olympics. His tenure, though short, was marked by notable achievements and […]

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United to build new arena, move women's team into Old Trafford

The future of Old Trafford continues to be one of the key issues for Sir Jim Ratcliffe. The British billionaire recently took control over sporting operations at Manchester United after becoming a minority owner. Along with improving the team's roster and cutting costs all over, Ratcliffe has focused on building a new stadium. After arriving […]

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EFL to air more games on TV than ever before in US and UK

Soccer is a national obsession of England, and has been ever since the Football League (now the EFL) was created in 1888. The founding members are quite an eclectic bunch. Back then, they were Accrington Stanley (now in the fourth tier), Aston Villa (back in the UEFA Champions League this season), Blackburn Rovers (one of […]

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Pochettino, Tuchel tipped for England job as US Soccer looks on

The United States men's national team and England are both looking for a new manager at the moment. Gregg Berhalter was recently fired by U.S. Soccer due to the team's string of poor performances at Copa America 2024. Gareth Southgate, on the other hand, stepped down from his role with the Three Lions after losing […]

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Brighton targets Hummels thanks to German connection

Brighton has reportedly contacted Mats Hummels over a potential contract offer. The German defender is currently a free agent after running down his most recent deal with Borussia Dortmund. Hummels previously spent two different stints with the BVB during his impressive career. With the German giants, the center-back collected four significant trophies, including two Bundesliga […]

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Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca casts dark shadow over US tour

New Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca is not exactly a fan of his team's preseason tour of the United States. The Blues, like many of the top European teams, have scheduled various friendlies across America in recent weeks. The idea is to reap the financial benefits of playing in front of massive crowds, while also […]

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How Julian Alvarez can surpass Sergio Aguero’s records at Atleti

Julian Alvarez looks set to complete a move from Manchester City to Atletico Madrid in the coming days. The Argentine previously moved to the English champions just two years ago for around $23 million. Despite hitting the ground running in arguably the toughest soccer division in the world, Alvarez has not become a regular starter […]

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Al-Qadsiah's journey to becoming a Saudi Pro League giant

It's not every day that a Premier League Golden Boot winner, a European champion, and a FIFA World Cup bronze medalist link up in Saudi Arabia at a club named Al-Qadsiah. Three weeks ago, former Arsenal striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang signed a two-year contract with Al-Qadsiah FC. The Gabonese international joins Spain's Nacho Fernández and Belgium's […]

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Honesty is key for Christian Eriksen as he nears Man United exit

Manchester United's Christian Eriksen has never been against speaking honestly about the ongoings at the club. The Dane has been often linked with a move away – particularly now since the new-look Manchester United seeks to offload those who underperform. The 32-year-old midfielder has often spoken truthfully about how life is at the North West […]

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Conor Gallagher makes decision on his Chelsea future

Despite making 50 appearances for Chelsea, even sporting the captain's armband at times, and featuring for England at Euro 2024, Conor Gallagher is leaving Chelsea. Contract negotiations between Gallagher and Chelsea fell apart last week, and although Gallagher wanted to stay at Stamford Bridge, he's no longer part of Chelsea's plans. A move to Atletico […]

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Xavi Simons extends loan at RB Leipzig from PSG

After weeks of transfer tension that saw Netherlands attacker Xavi Simons linked with Bayern Munich, Xavi Simons has decided to extend his loan at Leipzig. Simons will join a Leipzig side that finished fourth in last year's Bundesliga and will play in the new-look Champions League group stage. Simons made 43 appearances for RB Leipzig, […]

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Bournemouth and Rayo Vallecano meet in reunion for Iraola

Sunday was a warm day in Bournemouth where The Cherries faced Rayo Vallecano in a preseason friendly. It's preparation for the upcoming 2024/25 Premier League campaign where Bournemouth plays Nottingham Forest on August 17 (televised via Peacock). The friendly served as a reunion between Bournemouth head coach Andoni Iraola and his former team from Madrid, […]

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PSG seals $77 million deal for highly-rated teenager

Paris Saint-Germain sealed their second big transfer of the summer window. After signing keeper Matvey Safonov from Krasnodar for $22 million, they have signed Benfica midfielder Joao Neves for a whopping $77 million deal. Neves chose PSG over Manchester United and Liverpool, inking a five-year deal that will keep Neves in France until 2029. "Luis […]

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Why Newcastle are spending $19 million on William Osula

Newcastle United is close to spending $13 million, plus up to $6 million in add-ons, on Sheffield United's 21-year-old striker William Osula. It is rare, if not entirely unprecedented, for an English club outside the Premier League to receive such a lofty fee for a player who is still relatively unproven at any level of […]