Here we go again, a third consecutive meeting between the U.S. and Japan in a major tournament. This time in the final of the 2015 Women’s World Cup. The U.S. has talked about their heartbreaking 2011 final loss as motivation for a second chance at a championship. They are about to find out if those […]

In 2012, Julie Johnston won the Bronze Ball in the U-20 Women’s World Cup. On Thursday, it was announced that she would have the chance to turn that Bronze Ball into a golden one. The 22-year-old has been the breakout star of the 2015 Women’s World Cup for her work on the U.S. Women’s National […]

Is the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team "America's Team"? As the team prepares for its possible third World Cup title today, the increased viewership and buzz after the team's win over Germany has made them media darlings. It also highlights how soccer, a "foreign" sport, can unite this country in a way no other sport […]

The 2015 Women's World Cup final has a familiar feel to it, but U.S. fans are hoping it is not deja vu all over again. With the Americans making a statement against No. 1 Germany and Japan benefiting from an own goal to advance, the momentum is with the USA. However, as we saw four years […]

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Galatasaray have announced the signing of Lukas Podolski from Arsenal, with the Germany international signing an initial three-year deal. Podolski, 30, was expected to leave the Emirates Stadium this summer having slipped down the pecking order following the arrivals of players such as Mesut Ozil and Alexis Sanchez. He spent the second half of last […]

Radamel Falcao is targeting his first silverware in England having joined reigning Premier League champions Chelsea on a season-long loan. The 29-year-old flattered to deceive during a similar deal at Manchester United last year, with the Monaco striker only able to hit four goals in 26 outings for Louis van Gaal's side. Falcao, who failed […]

The supporters of the Chile and Argentina have been waiting a long time for some major silverware. Chile, who have been wonderful hosts of the 2015 Copa America, have never lifted an illustrious trophy throughout the soccer team's existence. While fans of Argentina, although they’ve only been waiting for a meagre 22 years by comparison, are […]

On behalf of the entire team at World Soccer Talk, we'd like to wish you a Happy Independence Day and we hope you have a wonderful weekend with your family and friends. While it's a holiday for most people, we'll be hard at work today. The Beautiful Game is a 365 days a year job, […]

Despite initial concerns from fans, it has become quite apparent that Sergio Ramos is not using Manchester United as leverage to receive an improved deal for Real Madrid. Ramos has told the club officials that he wants them to negotiate a transfer with United – and United only. The 29-year-old is also insisting that his future […]

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Now that the final Women's World Cup match is set, there is only one game left to decide the winner of the tournament. As a re-match of the 2011 World Cup final, this game will be a test of physicality as well as emotions from both teams. But who will win? Vote in the poll below. […]

Derby have completed the permanent signing of Tom Ince from Hull. The 23-year-old winger, who had a spell on loan with the Rams last season, has agreed a four-year contract after the clubs agreed an undisclosed fee. County head coach Paul Clement told the club website: "I'm delighted that we have been able to sign […]

Liverpool chief executive Ian Ayre insists the club can still buy top players within the remit of their "smart and sustainable" transfer policy and a lack of Champions League football does not affect that. The Reds have already made considerable strides with their summer recruitment plans with six first-team signings already in place, including Hoffenheim […]

Former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard admits he turned down a "couple of nice opportunities" to move to a club in Europe in order to pursue a new challenge with the Los Angeles Galaxy. The 35-year-old midfielder is set to be presented to his new club's fans at half-time of Saturday's Major League Soccer game against […]