News - Page 752

News

/ 965 days ago

Premier League may bring IFAB's sin bins in 2024

Debate surrounds the idea of using sin bins at the highest levels of soccer, and that includes the Premier League. This is an effort to change how players behave toward referees. The sport's governing body, the International Football Association Board (IFAB), gave the go-ahead for testing sin bins rigorously. This is different from a red […]

News

/ 965 days ago

Kristian Fletcher running out of time to make Swansea debut

Kristian Fletcher was loaned out by DC United to Swansea City in September to stay until December. It was expected that one of DC United's finest homegrown players would be given a chance in Europe. In addition, the fact that the teams are owned by the same people makes it even more logical that they […]

News

/ 965 days ago

One-third of Women's World Cup players earn less than $30K

A recent study has found that a significant amount of players at the 2023 Women's World Cup had earnings lower than $30,000 last year. FIFPRO, the worldwide soccer player representative organization, conducted the poll by asking 260 total players about their wages. These featured athletes were from 26 of the 32 participating national teams at […]

News

/ 965 days ago

What is IFAB and why do they rule the game?

The world of soccer has plenty of acronyms fans are familiar with. FIFA, EPL, MLS, CONCACAF, USSF, and many more comprise the alphabet soup of entities that govern the sport. But one that isn't so familiar is the IFAB – the International Football Association Board. But what is the IFAB, and why should you care? […]

News

/ 965 days ago

Marsch says Berhalter has to get first big win at Copa America

Former Leeds manager Jesse Marsch has claimed that the United States men's national team currently needs a marquee performance. The American coach made the remarks while providing analysis on Paramount+'s coverage of the UEFA Champions League. Marsch was thought to be a frontrunner for the USMNT head coaching position, but U.S. Soccer eventually opted to […]

News

/ 965 days ago

Most Common Injuries in Soccer: What You Need to Know

The most-watched sport in the world, soccer, is characterized by high-octane action, expert passing, and fierce rivalry. Unfortunately, the thrills of the game are not without their dangers. The physical demands of soccer include quickness, dexterity, strength, and stamina. There is a tremendous amount of physical strain on the players' bodies from the continual sprinting, rapid […]

News

/ 965 days ago

USMNT TV ratings in 2023 are the lowest since 2018

TV viewership numbers for the US Men's National Team during 2023 are the lowest since 2018. Based on research and analysis compiled by World Soccer Talk, viewership in 2023 dropped 69% from 4,267,063 viewers per game in 2022. The average audience for the men's national team was 1,324,833 viewers per game in 2023. That is […]

News

/ 965 days ago

Experts warn against sin bins that MLS may trial in 2024

Major League Soccer may be set to introduce sin bins ahead of the 2024 regular season. The International Football Association Board (IFAB) approved trials for the potential new law during a meeting on Tuesday. The international group currently determines the laws and rules of soccer worldwide. Nevertheless, implementing sin bins in soccer leagues cannot become […]

News

/ 966 days ago

Champions League ticket prices are affordable compared to MLS

A new study has revealed that UEFA Champions League tickets are lower than current Major League Soccer seats. Football Supporters Europe (FSE), a non-profit fan network, conducted a recent investigation into ticket prices across Europe. They were able to determine which clubs charged away fans the most money for tickets to matches. According to the […]

News

/ 966 days ago

EAFC 24 gamers to get Euro 2024 update for free

Electronic Arts (EA) has announced that they will include UEFA Euro 2024 as a free in-game update to EAFC 24. The game's release will coincide with the real tournament set to the played in Germany this summer. Euro 2024 will kick off on June 14th and run for a full month. EA is including the […]

News

/ 966 days ago

Dortmund into Champions League knockouts with win at Milan

The UEFA Champions League returned to action on matchday five, and Borussia Dortmund had a pivotal clash against AC Milan. These are two of the teams in the proverbial Group of Death with PSG and Newcastle. With a win on Tuesday, Borussia Dortmund secured a spot in the knockout stages with a game to spare. […]

News

/ 966 days ago

PGMOL to hire former players as referees to improve officiating

Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) is looking at an interesting way to improve refereeing in England. The body responsible for soccer officiating in the country has been under constant fire in recent months. This includes a host of issues, mostly the application of VAR, throughout the current campaign. Howard Webb, PGMOL's chief refereeing officer, […]

News

/ 966 days ago

Crystal Palace wants Steve Cooper if he's let go at Forest

Crystal Palace is keeping a close eye on Steve Cooper and his situation at Nottingham Forest. Both Palace and Forest may be in the market for a coaching change with the two in the bottom third of the Premier League table. Palace may sack Roy Hodgson with the club losing four of its last five […]

News

/ 966 days ago

England shirt for Euro 2024 leaked ahead of tournament

Euro 2024 is still a ways off, but the kits for the competition are emerging this Fall. Case in point, the upcoming 2024 England primary shirt by Nike has been leaked ahead of the official release. The Three Lions appear to be returning to a more traditional look, after donning a gradient-shouldered home outfit for […]

News

/ 966 days ago

Borussia Dortmund declines the use of Saudi, Qatari sponsorship

Borussia Dortmund Managing Director Carsten Cramer said his clubs will never go to Saudi or Qatari sponsors. Cramer recognizes the potential that the Middle Eastern wealth brings to clubs. However, he does not want his money to come from places with political concerns. Cramer was alluding to a UEFA Champions League question. Dortmund is in […]