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Sporting Lisbon Claim Officials 'Representing' Manchester United Attempted Negotiations

The Marcos Rojo transfer saga has had its share of twists and turns since it was first reported two days ago that Manchester United had tabled a £16million bid for the Sporting Lisbon defender. There were early concerns regarding the potential transfer because Rojo is only part-owned by the Portuguese club. The sports investment group, Doyen […]

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2014-15 Premier League Table Predictions: What’s Your Top 20?

For the past seven years, we've asked you — the reader — to predict how you think the Premier League table will finish up at the end of the season. The challenge is that we ask you this before the season kicks off, and before the summer transfer window ends. It's an opportunity for you to share […]

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Men In Blazers' Appearance on Seth Meyers Late Night TV Show

NBC's Men In Blazera made an appearance on the Seth Meyers late show on television last night. The short segment featured an interview with Roger Bennett and Michael Davies. The duo were interviewed by soccer fan and comedian Seth Meyers, formerly of the Saturday Night Live TV show. Watch the segment here (which is split […]

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Mondogoal Launches Best-of-Breed Fantasy Soccer Game

There are lots of fantasy soccer games out there, but a new site named Mondogoal has brought something unique and refreshing to the table. Mondogoal has set up a fantasy soccer game where you can compete for cash, every single match day. Combined with a beautiful and easy-to-use design, Mondogoal has emerged as a best-of-breed […]

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NBC Sports and Uber Launch Fleet of Premier League Mini Coopers in New York City [PHOTOS]

NBC Sports and Uber have teamed together to offer soccer fans in New York City a unique opportunity to ride in Premier League-themed Mini Coopers for free. In celebration of its second season as the exclusive home of the Premier League in the U.S., NBC Sports Group will unleash a custom-designed convoy of Mini Cooper […]

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Manchester United 2014/15 Season Preview

Manchester United has started the post-Moyes era in remarkable fashion, having not lost in any of their six pre-season friendlies as they settle relatively well into Louis Van Gaal’s unorthodox 3-5-2 system. Their last friendly fixture – against Valencia – saw Marouane Fellaini notch his first goal for the club in injury time, which is […]

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Luis Suarez's Appeal Rejected And Ban Is Upheld; But Player Can Train

Luis Suarez's four month ban from soccer has been upheld by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). But the player has been permitted to train with his teammates and be involved with promotional activities at Barcelona. "The sanctions imposed on the player by FIFA have been generally confirmed," the CAS said in a statement. […]
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Arsenal 2014/15 Season Preview: Gunners Hopes Remain Optimistic After Winning Silverware

Arsenal's famed nine-year trophy drought ended in May when the Gunners defeated Hull City in the FA Cup and on Sunday, the north London club beat Manchester City 3-0 to win the FA Community Shield. Can Arsenal continue their trophy hunt by adding a Premier League title this upcoming season? Before we go any further, […]

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Hope Solo Court Trial Set For November, Won't Interfere With World Cup Qualifying

A November date has been set for the trial of U.S. goalkeeper Hope Solo, who is accused of assaulting her half-sister and 17-year-old nephew. Solo appeared in Kirkland, Washington court Monday following two counts of fourth degree domestic violence in June. She has pleaded not guilty. Solo’s lawyer has said the 33-year-old goalkeeper was a […]

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Only 30% of Community Shield Winners Go On to Become Premier League Champions

With Arsenal's 3-0 victory over Manchester City in the latest Community Shield, people in the soccer world are now starting to see the Gunners as a contender to win the Premier League title this season. Claiming the top spot is within their grasp if they keep their players fit. But does winning the Community Shield […]

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Why It's Time to Adopt a Favorite Second Team for the 2014/15 Season

Celtic barely advancing in the Champions League and Ted Lasso videos mean one thing to the serious soccer fan – it’s back. After a tasty appetizer of the World Cup, European club soccer returns this month beginning with the Premier League this weekend. While MLS fans would counter that their season is six months old, […]

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Separating Seattle's Fiasco From The Debate About Turf

Sunday night's game between Seattle Sounders and Houston Dynamo at CenturyLink Field looked like the aftermath of a tire fire, and thanks to a national broadcast, everybody online took note. When the Sounders kicked off ESPN2's Sunday night game, the turf at CenturyLink looked like it'd be drenched in ash, with the black, rubber pellets […]

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League Cup 2nd Round Draw Announced; MK Dons to Play Manchester United

The draw for the second round of the League Cup was revealed tonight with 13 Premier League clubs joining the competition at this stage, while current holders Manchester City and the other clubs competing in Europe will join in the third round. The mouthwatering game of the round features Milton Keynes Dons against Manchester United. […]

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Everton Signs Ghana Midfielder Christian Atsu on Season-Long Loan

Everton FC announced the club has reached an agreement in principle to sign the Chelsea winger, Christian Atsu, on a season-long loan, according to Everton manager Roberto Martínez. Martinez’s men finished fifth last season, running out of gas in the dying stages of the campaign, and the Spaniard is eager to go one better as […]

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DeAndre Yedlin Signs For Tottenham Hotspur In $4 Million Move From MLS

Tottenham Hotspur has signed DeAndre Yedlin from MLS club Seattle Sounders in a deal that's reportedly worth $4 million. The United States men's national team and Seattle Sounders right winger, who can also play right back, completed his move to Tottenham Hotspur today. The US World Cup star has been the subject of many rumors […]