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/ 1040 days agoMessi's Inter Miami has 2% chance of qualifying for MLS playoffs
Inter Miami is, politely said, on the outside looking in for the MLS Playoffs in the 2023 season. At the time Lionel Messi makes his debut with the Florida club, Inter Miami will sit rock bottom in the Eastern Conference. The monthlong break for the Leagues Cup will allow Messi to acclimate to his Inter […]

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/ 1040 days agoMLS clubs may install natural grass for Messi, says Garber
MLS commissioner Don Garber is ready to make key changes, including the addition of natural grass, to accommodate the arrival of Lionel Messi. The Argentine has played on real grass for the majority of his career. However, in Major League Soccer, several clubs still use fully artificial fields. Five clubs only use fake grass. Those […]

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/ 1041 days agoHarry Maguire loses captaincy: What does it mean for his future?
In a statement posted on Twitter on Sunday, Harry Maguire confirmed that he is no longer the captain of Manchester United. The center-back announced that Erik ten Hag, the coach, has made the decision to change captains ahead of the upcoming season via social media. “After discussions with the manager today, he has informed me […]

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/ 1041 days agoInter quick to forget Lukaku, line up move for USMNT star
According to reports from Italy, after abandoning their pursuit of Chelsea’s Romelu Lukaku, Inter have moved their focus to acquiring Arsenal striker Folarin Balogun. The Nerazzurri have given up on signing the Belgian after weeks of negotiations with Chelsea. Not pleased would be an understatement when describing how they felt about the player's actions during […]

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/ 1041 days agoMessi at Inter Miami: Tata Martino pleads for patience
Inter Miami coach Tata Martino finds himself with a team that lacks confidence and has been plagued by injuries. Following Inter Miami's recent three-zero defeat against St. Louis on Saturday night, their winless streak has reached 11 games. However, Martino has seen flaws in the team's defense and offense: “We’re a team that should play […]

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/ 1041 days agoHow Saudi Arabia aims to be in top 10 of soccer leagues by 2030
Saudi Arabia's soccer landscape is experiencing a remarkable transformation asthe nation embarks on a mission to establish itself as a global sporting hub. Therecent influx of high-profile soccer signings has drawn comparisons to China'smessy entrance into the market. However, Saudi Arabia is taking a more strategic approach, aiming to diversify its economy, project a modern […]

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/ 1041 days agoMLS Season Pass unveils coverage plans for 2023 Leagues Cup
Apple and Major League Soccer have unveiled their coverage plans for the 2023 Leagues Cup on MLS Season Pass. These detailed plans include enhanced productions specifically for Inter Miami matches, as well as live coverage of significant events such as Lionel Messi's unveiling at DRV PNK Stadium and a major training session with the club. […]

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/ 1041 days agoUS golfer reveals major update on Leeds' takeover
The acquisition of Leeds United by 49ers Enterprises will bring both excitement and relief to fans. Both Jordan Spieth and Justin Thomas, professional golfers from the United States, are part of the group that has purchased the English club. It has been agreed that 49ers Enterprises, an investment firm, would acquire the majority of Andrea […]

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/ 1041 days agoSergiño Dest reveals final decision on future at Barcelona
Sergiño Dest, the right-back for Barcelona, has expressed his intention to stay at Camp Nou this summer, dismissing ongoing speculations about his future. The 22-year-old has faced challenges impressing Xavi Hernandez, leading to his loan to AC Milan for the 2022-23 campaign. Unfortunately, Dest's stint at San Siro failed to revive his career, as he […]

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/ 1041 days agoVeteran Premier League referee steps down after 28 years
Premier League's renowned referee, Mike Dean, has decided to retire as a video assistant referee, marking the end of his involvement officiating professional English soccer. Standing down before the start of the new season, he ends a career that began as a rookie assistant referee in the Football League and lasted for 28 years. At […]

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/ 1041 days agoPremier League can learn from MLS on Apple TV, says ex-player
Apple's coverage of Major League Soccer season has been going strong all year, but this year it seems to be picking up steam as more people pay attention. The news that Lionel Messi would be joining Inter Miami has captivated the whole globe, yet we're just a third of the way through the season, with […]

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/ 1041 days agoHow Messi's stats compare to Pelé and Maradona
The magisterial, as Ray Hudson would put it, play of Lionel Messi has dazzled soccer fans for nearly two decades. Debates still persist, but he is undoubtedly the greatest player of his generation. Messi has the numbers to back it up. But how do Messi's stats compare to the legends of the past? The title […]

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/ 1042 days agoMessi signs with MLS and Inter Miami after lengthy delay
MLS and Inter Miami have finally announced the official signing of soccer superstar Lionel Messi. On June 7, ever since Guillem Balague first reported that Messi was joining MLS after two tumultuous years at PSG, The Messi Effect went into hyperdrive. But since that memorable June 7th day, developments have dragged on. First, Messi played […]

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/ 1042 days agoMexico to play Australia and Saudi Arabia this fall
The Mexico national team is currently finalizing upcoming friendly fixtures against a host of quality opponents. El Tri is set to face Panama in the CONCACAF Gold Cup Final on Sunday, July 16th. After the match, the team will, like most other national sides, take time away from the pitch. However, Mexico is setting up […]

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/ 1042 days agoUEFA's VAR alteration holds potential to alter destiny of top clubs
According to UEFA, the video-assistant-referee (VAR) technology is designed to review "match-changing" incidents, specifically focusing on four scenarios. These are goals, incidents in the penalty area, red cards, and cases of mistaken identity. Its primary purpose is to assist the on-field referee by identifying "clear and obvious" mistakes. In the case of a goal being […]