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Canada begins World Cup run as clash with federation continues

The Canada women's national team is set to start their 2023 Women's World Cup Thursday night in Australia. Players on the team will be looking forward to getting back to the pitch after dealing with off-field issues. Team members have been in a dispute with their federation over pay and working conditions for months now. […]

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Barcelona legend Samuel Eto'o accused in match-fixing scandal

As a result of his decision to promote a club the from second Cameroonian division to the top league, troubling evidence about possible match-fixing conduct of Samuel Eto'o has come to light. The President of the Cameroon Football Federation (FECAFOOT) allegedly promised to promote the team by manipulating matches, as reported by French daily L'Equipe. […]

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USWNT schedule for the Women's World Cup

Another four years have passed, and the buildup to the 2023 Women's World Cup is about to reach the crescendo. The action in Australia & New Zealand kicks off on Thursday, July 20. For USA fans it's a special time, because the United States women are four-time World Cup champions, and are looking for their […]

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Messi's Inter Miami debut may only come as a substitute

Inter Miami head coach Tata Martino has claimed Lionel Messi may make his debut with the club as a substitute. The Argentine superstar officially joined the Major League Soccer outfit on Sunday after agreeing to a deal in June. Messi has joined his teammates on the pitch this week, but may not be ready to […]

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San Diego Wave FC to host 2023 NWSL Championship

San Diego Wave FC will play home to the 2023 NWSL Championship, the league announced. The league championship game will be played in San Diego's Snapdragon Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 11. The last time the championship was played on the West Coast was back in 2018. National Women's Soccer League Commissioner Jessica Berman revealed the […]

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USWNT attendance down 6% during 2019-2023 cycle

The Women's World Cup is nearly here. For the teams that qualified, it is the culmination of a four year cycle. And since it's the end of the cycle, it's time to look back and see what the USWNT attendance was from 2019 to 2023. Unfortunately, the USWNT attendance dropped 6% during the 2015-2019 period. […]

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MLS with Messi and Leagues Cup aims to cash in on Latinos

Latinos in the United States represent a $1 trillion market in a country that has the second-largest Spanish-speaking population on the planet behind Mexico. So, it's no surprise that MLS is trying to cash in on Latinos with a combination of Messi and Leagues Cup. In its corner, MLS sits in the enviable position of […]

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Leagues Cup faces serious competition for viewers attention

The Leagues Cup begins its rebirth in just a few days. Previously, the event was an invitation-based, friendly competition. But it is now an official part of the CONCACAF club ecosystem, with spots in the recently-rechristened Champions Cup on the line. However, in it's expanded and much-lauded grand reopening campaign, Leagues Cup is going up […]

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Malik Tillman linked with move to Premier League club

Bayern Munich is reportedly ready to sell Malik Tillman to a Premier League club this summer. The young American experienced a successful loan spell at Scottish side Rangers during the most recent campaign. Tillman recorded 12 goals and five assists in 43 total appearances for Rangers during the 2022/23 season. However, the Scottish club does […]

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Pulisic's impact felt at AC Milan despite not making debut yet

Christian Pulisic's journey in Europe provided glimpses of great promise in Germany. Periods of hype and stagnation followed in England. Now, he sets his sights on a potential revival in Italy. First, it was Borussia Dortmund in the Bundesliga. Then, Chelsea acquired Pulisic for Premier League play. Now, AC Milan brings on Pulisic. The 24-year-old […]

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Chelsea set to buy land surrounding Stamford Bridge

Chelsea will reportedly soon complete the purchase of a piece of land surrounding Stamford Bridge. The Evening Standard is claiming that the Blues are set to buy a 1.2-acre property called Sir Oswald Stoll Mansions. This area currently sits just west of the club's arena. Boehly and Chelsea execs can use land to expand Stamford […]

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FOX releases commentator schedule for 2023 Women's World Cup

With the Women's World Cup here, FOX announced the commentator schedule and pairings for the 2023 tournament in Australia and New Zealand. A talented and thoroughly experienced group of commentators brings familiar names to American TV. Many of those worked the men's World Cup with FOX during Qatar 2022. Others are recognizable for their work […]

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Premier League sides rivaling European elites for Balogun

Arsenal have already invested more than $250 million in this summer's transfers, and they appear ready to make another significant sale. Despite the substantial spending, Mikel Arteta remains interested in bolstering his squad with an additional dynamic forward. Moreover, with players like Nicolas Pepe, Kieran Tierney and Thomas Partey potentially departing, the Emirates Stadium side […]

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/ 1038 days ago

Rose Bowl sells out as Pulisic may make debut with Milan

The upcoming matchup between AC Milan and Real Madrid at the Rose Bowl is reportedly sold out. The historic stadium can accommodate nearly 100,000 fans for soccer matches. While the matchup has supposedly sold out, resellers are still listing tickets for the fixture. Both European clubs will face off in Pasadena, California on Sunday, July […]

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Chelsea clearout: Another flop agrees Stamford Bridge exit

Reports indicate that Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is on the verge of departing Chelsea, having reached an agreement with another club. Since his $17 million move from Barcelona last September, the former Arsenal captain has struggled at Stamford Bridge. Aubameyang arrived shortly before Thomas Tuchel's departure, with whom he had a close relationship from their time at […]