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Carlos Vela joins fans in perplexity over new MLS Playoffs format

This year's playoff format in MLS is significantly different from what long-time fans are accustomed to, and unfortunately, not in a positive matter. Shortly before the commencement of the 2023 season, the league unveiled the details of an expanded postseason structure, marking a significant departure from the recent trend of single-game knockout matches. MLS now […]

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Barcelona's solution for financial woes: Selling Camp Nou seats

Barcelona hopes to collect significant sums from the sale of old seats at Camp Nou in order to address its widely known financial difficulties. Xavi Hernandez’s side is currently undergoing a significant renovation project at its historic home ground, Camp Nou. As this iconic stadium, which has stood for over six decades, transforms, the club […]

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Arsenal duo Jesus and Partey again suffer injury setbacks

Arsenal is going to miss star duo Gabriel Jesus and Thomas Partey for the next few weeks. The Gunners had only just gotten other key players back from other injuries. Nevertheless, the aforementioned duo will be big misses for the club. Jesus and Partey have already missed multiple matches during the current campaign due to […]

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LA Wolves releasing new soccer documentary about former US club

A fascinating new soccer documentary about the defunct United Soccer Association and its top team, Los Angeles Wolves, is coming out soon. The United Soccer Association is the first internationally recognized soccer league in the United States. Predating Major League Soccer by three decades, the United Soccer Association (USA) formed in 1966. With other rival […]

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EPL commentators on NBC: Oct. 27 to 29

Truthfully it is a fairly tame weak in the Premier League. With the exception of one game, there is a clear-cut favorite in each Premier League game. Moreover, even the one headline fixture has a club most expect to win. As expected, the headline game in this weekend's slate is Manchester City's game against Manchester […]

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Premier League's Jon Champion believes VAR has been a mistake

Video Assistant Referee (VAR) has undeniably become one of the most polarizing topics of conversation within the sport. While some assumed that implementing the technology would remove significant referee mistakes, this just has not been the case. Premier League officials, for instance, still regularly have to apologize for errors during games. One of the more […]

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Brighton snags first European win with safe win over Ajax

With a victory over Ajax on Thursday night in the Europa League, Brighton and Hove Albion won its first European game. Goals from new boys Joao Pedro and Ansu Fati ensured the Premier League side a two-goal victory over the four-time Champions League winners. All of the chances in the first half fell to the […]

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777 Partners may receive discount if Everton get points deduction

The new potential owners of Everton, 777 Partners, may end up paying less for the club than they expected because of an impending points deduction. The American investors previously agreed to purchase the Merseyside team from Farhad Moshiri. The deal was worth over $600 million and includes Moshiri's 94% majority stake in the club. Nevertheless, […]

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Wrexham owners' close call of buying team in Ireland or Scotland

Wrexham owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney initially considered investing in a League of Ireland club or a side in Scotland. Ultimately, the team and atmosphere at Wrexham persuaded them to Wales. The Hollywood star duo has co-owned the Welsh club since 2020, overseeing the club's long-awaited promotion to League Two. Known for their hands-on […]

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Ivan Toney available for January transfer at bargain price

Brentford set a surprisingly low asking price for Ivan Toney despite a considerable level of transfer interest in the striker. The striker returned to training with Brentford, but he remains a few months away from making his on-field return. Toney has not played since a 1-0 defeat to Liverpool on May 6. He picked up […]

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Surprising joint bid to rival US as 2027 Women's World Cup host

The 2023 Women's World Cup is now in the past, and the stoplight attention is now slowly setting on the 2027 tournament and a new bid to host. Australia and New Zealand completed their hosting responsibilities for the WWC. However, the host in four years remains uncertain. FIFA is in the initial stages of the […]

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/ 936 days ago

Help incoming? Thiago Silva willing to return to Brazil under Diniz

Thiago Silva has continued to be a crucial player for Chelsea, even as most of his teammates are significantly younger. The veteran defender may have lost some of his pace, but his deep understanding of the game allows him to thwart threats and handle faster opponents with ease. While his physical abilities might be on […]

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United faces awkward reunion if Andre Onana plays in AFCON

Andre Onana appeared to be the perfect addition for the next phase of Erik ten Hag's project, but his initial experience in England has been far from ideal. Whether it is his struggles with routine saves or his nervy and risky passing, the Cameroonian goalkeeper is going through a confidence crisis. United manager Ten Hag […]

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Premier League fans criticize schedule during festive fixtures

The Premier League has officially unveiled its upcoming festive fixture list. Games surrounding Christmas and New Year's Day pack together during this timeframe. However, one particular matchup is sticking out among the 29 fixtures. Wolves hosts Chelsea on Dec. 24. The game had an original date of Dec. 23. However, it is now the first […]

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Osimhen admits he rather join MLS than the Saudi Pro League

Napoli star Victor Osimhen has claimed that he would be interested in joining Major League Soccer, MLS, in the future. The Nigeria international made the comments during a Twitch interview featuring fellow stars Mario Balotelli and Emiliano Viviano. Viviano, currently with Serie B side Ascoli, asked Osimhen directly if he would rather join MLS or […]