As both a manager and player, Pep Guardiola has been around some of the greatest soccer players in history. During his time as a midfielder, he played against the likes of Diego Maradona, Paolo Maldini and Zinedine Zidane. As a manager, he has either led or coached against Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Neymar and the […]

Mauricio Pochettino started his USMNT era with a win over Panama on Saturday. Yunus Musah’s first international goal and a late strike from Texas native Ricardo Pepi made the difference at Q2 Stadium. Impressive Matt Turner double save The hosts dominated proceedings and created the most clear-cut chances, but the game's defining saves came from […]

After the momentous showdown between Arsenal and Manchester City a few weeks ago, some in British media began framing the Gunners as a defensive team. In that match, Arsenal played with 10 men and relied on their defense—which was statistically the best last season—to secure a result. They are also missing their chief playmaker, Martin […]

In a surprising and controversial statement, Brazilian president Lula has suggested that the national team should be restricted to players currently playing in the Brazilian domestic league. Thus, excluding stars who have made their careers in European clubs. This move could fundamentally alter the composition of the Seleção and disrupt the nation's longstanding tradition of […]

In one of the most exciting new chapters of their storied rivalry, Barcelona and Madrid are now competing for the honor of hosting the World Cup final with either the Bernabeu or Camp Nou. While their rivalry has been legendary for decades, this competition is about far more than points on a league table. It […]

In recent weeks, USMNT head coach Mauricio Pochettino voiced concerns over the playing time Christian Pulisic receives at AC Milan. He suggested that the winger’s heavy workload could take a toll on his fitness. However, statistics reveal that these worries may be overblown. In fact, Pulisic is not among the top players in Serie A […]

Kylian Mbappe has ignited controversy with his recent decision to limit his involvement with the France national team. The 25-year-old Real Madrid forward is one of the best players on the planet. However, he has reportedly informed the French Football Federation (FFF) that he wishes to participate only in "important" international matches. This decision, driven […]

It seems strange to think of a Chelsea without Enzo Maresca that was once battling with Crystal Palace, Wolves, and West Ham for 12th place in the Premier League. The 2024 team in the hunt for their first league title since 2016 seems like a whole different entity than the squad Graham Potter had the […]

Despite their departures from the club and current association with Inter Miami, Barca continues to pay Lionel Messi, Sergio Busquets, and Jordi Alba. The trio, who once formed the core of the Blaugrana’s dominance, now play in MLS for David Beckham’s Inter Miami. Yet their financial ties to the Catalan giants remain due to deferred […]

Vinicius has found himself at the center of transfer speculation, with Al-Hilal showing a keen interest in acquiring his services. He has been a mainstay at Real Madrid and a key figure in their lineup. But while Neymar's future with the Saudi club is still in the air, Al-Hilal has their sights set on the […]

Arsenal star Bukayo Saka has officially withdrawn from the England national team due to injury. The 23-year-old winger was last seen limping off of the pitch during a recent matchup with Greece. Saka was substituted in the 51st minute of the Nations League fixture. Greece went on to shock England 2-1 thanks to a late […]

FIFA previously announced all 16 host cities and their stadiums for the 2026 World Cup over two years ago. The governing body of the sport then revealed exactly how many matches each area will get back in February. MetLife Stadium in New Jersey will host the tournament final. The arena is currently the home of […]

Reports from Spain claim a massive fight broke out between Camp Nou workers on Friday afternoon. Journalist Anna Punsi reported that the brawl involved around 20 employees currently renovating Barcelona's stadium. The workers allegedly attacked each other with sticks. As a result, at least six of those involved suffered minor injuries. AS then picked up […]

The 2024 MLS season has been nothing short of spectacular, with a host of standout performances across the league. The recently announced finalists for the prestigious MVP award highlight this season's best. But, to no one’s surprise, Inter Miami’s dynamic duo, Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez lead the charge. Alongside them, Cincinnati's Lucho Acosta, Columbus […]

Manchester United’s visit to Aston Villa in October 2024 took an unexpected turn due to a troubling security breach. Reports revealed that the away team's dressing room at Villa Park had been bugged before the Premier League match. This has since raised serious concerns about the security measures at England's top clubs. According to reports, […]