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/ 1244 days agoRonaldo contract has clause for Newcastle loan: report says
Cristiano Ronaldo, who moved to Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr, is not quite done with the UEFA Champions League. A clause in the star's contract with his new club could allow him to make a loan move back to Europe next season if one club finishes in a Champions League spot. That club is Newcastle […]

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/ 1245 days agoBiggest soccer events in 2023: A busy year for the sport
Odd number years tend to hold less events than even number years. Men's World Cups, Euros and Copa Americas have tradition on even-numbered years. Regardless, there is plenty of soccer action coming in 2023. Here are some dates to mark on your calendar. Biggest soccer events in 2023 February 1-11, 2023: FIFA Club World Cup […]

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/ 1245 days ago2022 USWNT attendance best since 2019
While the USWNT's TV ratings may have dropped 10% in 2022, that was not the case with their attendance. USWNT attendance in 2022 was up compared to 2021. In fact, it was their best year in the stands since 2019. And that does include 2020, when they were able to play 8 home games prior […]

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/ 1245 days agoFOX Sports acquire Coupe de France rights in USA
Just weeks after FOX Sports signed a deal to broadcast MLS games for the next four years, FOX have signed yet another soccer rights deal. This time, FOX Sports have acquired Coupe de France rights in the United States to bring French Cup games to viewers. Coupe de France rights are marketed by the French […]

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/ 1245 days agoUSMNT attendance in 2022 worst since 2006
The year 2022 was a smashing success for the USMNT's TV ratings. After all, they qualified for the World Cup and advanced to the Round of 16. But their attendance did not benefit the same way. In fact, the 2022 USMNT attendance was their lowest since 2006. Here's how the crowds break down. Date Competition […]

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/ 1245 days agoBrentford pull off stunner at home to defeat Liverpool
The Brentford Community Stadium continues to cause fits for visitors, with Liverpool suffering defeat on Monday. Brentford's win, another over the traditional 'big six,' doomed Liverpool to a fifth loss on the season. That is three more than what it totaled last season when it finished second. However, despite the 3-1 scoreline, this was far […]

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/ 1245 days agoConte sets Spurs sights on finishing 5th in the league
Tottenham manager Antonio Conte says fifth would be a good finish for his Spurs side in this campaign. After Spurs' 2-0 loss at the hands of Aston Villa, Tottenham slumped to that fifth spot in the table. Manchester United, which holds a game in hand over the London club, usurped that valuable fourth spot from […]

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/ 1245 days ago$16 million loan fee for João Félix may be stumbling block
João Félix is on the verge of a loan move to a Premier League club, but an associated fee may dissuade some clubs. Arsenal, Manchester United and Chelsea are all among the teams expressing interest in the Portuguese international. However, those clubs would have to pay just for the remaining five months of the campaign. […]

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/ 1245 days agoWeston McKennie wanted by Dortmund and Bournemouth
Juventus and USMNT midfielder Weston McKennie is on the eye of a number of clubs, including Borussia Dortmund and Bournemouth. The turn of the year into 2023 means the January transfer window is officially open. Therefore, clubs can begin to acquire new assets for the back half of the campaign. Weston McKennie could be one […]

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/ 1245 days agoUS is world's top destination for international soccer tournaments
For more than two decades, we have seen many European clubs and foreign national teams visit the United States to play in international soccer competitions. In 14 out of its 16 iterations, CONCACAF has staged its Gold Cup tournament in the United States. Even then, we mustn't forget the United States hosted the 1994 World […]

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/ 1245 days agoOld Firm recap: Celtic steal point away from Rangers at Ibrox
In a game that meant little to the Scottish Premiership table, Old Firm meant everything to the pair of teams involved. Through 88 minutes, it looked as if Rangers pulled off one of its great stunners. A win over a Celtic side that has been as close to perfect as possible. Yes, it was a […]

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/ 1246 days agoManchester United plot move to sign Tammy Abraham
Manchester United are reportedly plotting a January move for Roma striker Tammy Abraham, according to a report referenced in national newspaper La Gazzetta dello Sport. Chelsea do have an option to buy back their former striker. However, the London side isn’t interested at the moment, and it is believed that United are monitoring the situation […]

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/ 1246 days agoChelsea held by Nottingham Forest in frustrating result for Blues
A lackluster Chelsea were held to a 1-1 draw by Nottingham Forest on New Year’s Day, a result that comes as a blow for Graham Potter’s side in their quest for a UEFA Champions League berth. The Blues have only won one of their last five league games and currently sit eighth in the standings, […]

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/ 1246 days agoSpurs suffer blow in top four pursuit with loss to Aston Villa
Tottenham Hotspur were dealt a blow in their pursuit of a UEFA Champions League berth as they were beaten 2-0 at home by a spirited Aston Villa side. Antonio Conte’s team looked lackluster as they conceded two goals and failed to hit a shot on target in the second half to sum up a poor […]

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/ 1246 days agoChelsea sign Benoit Badiashile in deal for French defender
Chelsea have reached an agreement with AS Monaco to sign young French defender Benoit Badiashile for an estimated fee worth £32.7 million ($39 million). The Athletic reports that the 21-year-old center back has agreed personal terms with the Blues and a medical has been scheduled. Badiashile is a left sided center back who will give […]