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Tickets on sale for Italy's USA tour against Ecuador, Venezuela

Italy is making its long-awaited tour of the USA in March, and tickets are now on sale for the two games the Euro 2020 winners are playing. As the side begins its quest to defend that title, Gli Azzurri is playing a pair of South American opponents. Originally, Italy scheduled contests against Peru and Ecuador. […]

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MLS or Saudi Arabia? Giroud's agent hints about next club

The future of Olivier Giroud is one matter that the AC Milan hierarchy will need to address in the next weeks. The conclusion of the season marks the expiration of the Frenchman's contract. Could we see Giroud in MLS in the future? His importance to Stefano Pioli's team has only grown since he joined, despite […]

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Ronaldo reunion? Varane offered substantial salary by Saudi side

One of Manchester United's finest players, Raphael Varane, will decide his future at Old Trafford soon. The Frenchman will meet with Erik ten Hag and the higher-ups in the next several weeks. After reaching an agreement with the Glazer family in December for $1.6 billion, Sir Jim Ratcliffe obtained a 25 percent interest in the […]

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What's missing from the ESPN, FOX and TNT app for soccer fans

ESPN, FOX, and TNT owner WarnerBros Discovery this week announced a major joint venture to stream sports, including soccer, on one app. ESPN is the home of a litany of club competitions in Europe, including the Bundesliga and LaLiga. FOX has provided a home for international soccer on United States television. The Gold Cup, European […]

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England calling again? Barcelona face first hurdle to sign Felix

Barcelona is reevaluating their position on Joao Felix in light of the Portugal international's dismal run of play. After a disappointing six-month loan stint with Chelsea in the second part of last season, Joao Felix opted to sign a short-term agreement with Barcelona for the 2023-24 season. The Portuguese has been a mainstay in Xavi's […]

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IFAB wants 'cooling off periods' for heated player arguments

Referees could soon temporarily halt matches and issue "cooling off periods" to combat hostility on the pitch. According to a recent report by The Times, the proposed rule change is part of an upcoming International Football Association Board (IFAB) meeting. IFAB helps set official rules for soccer. The introduction of cooling-off periods would potentially stop […]

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Sergi Roberto set to leave Barcelona, MLS next step?

Even though Barcelona constantly faces doubt, there are a few things that can be predicted with some precision. Barca will lose Xavi Hernandez after the season. The 44-year-old has already said that his exit is imminent in the summer. Numerous consequences for the club's future are certain to result from this. Therefore, Barcelona's captain Sergi […]

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Liverpool contacted Klopp's possible successor in November

Liverpool are now seeking a new manager to take over from Klopp, who announced his departure from the club last month. He no longer thinks they need him as much, but the German’s last big choice at Anfield will be determined by time. The 56-year-old assured the players that he would only leave Liverpool in […]

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Man City may be forced to sell Girona if both qualify for UCL

City Football Group (CFG) may be forced to sell their stake in Girona if the Spanish side qualifies for the Champions League. The ownership group famously owns Manchester City, Girona, and a plethora of other clubs around the globe. CFG previously purchased a stake in the LaLiga club back in 2017. The transaction occurred as […]

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Brentford boss says Toney 'will probably' be sold this summer

Brentford manager Thomas Frank has admitted that Ivan Toney "will probably" depart the club this summer. The star striker recently returned from an eight-month suspension for breaching the Football Association (FA) betting rules. Nevertheless, he was the subject of constant transfer speculation throughout the January window. In the end, Toney remained with the Bees and […]

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Ratcliffe wants to use taxpayer money to rebuild Old Trafford

Sir Jim Ratcliffe is exploring different ways to improve Manchester United's historic home of Old Trafford. According to The Telegraph, the British billionaire essentially wants to create a "Wembley of the North” in Manchester. Wembley Stadium, the home of the England national team, is currently the largest soccer arena in the country. Completed in 2007, […]

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/ 831 days ago

ESPN, FOX and WarnerBros Discovery to create killer sports app

ESPN, FOX, and WarnerBros Discovery are teaming up to create a standalone mega sports app that will feature thousands of sporting events in one single place. Planned for a launch in late 2024, the app from the trio of media giants plans to pool together exclusive live sports, including soccer. Those soccer rights include the […]

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Buy tickets to Copa America games in New York City area

Soccer fans can now purchase tickets to the Copa America games designated in the New York City area. MetLife Stadium is hosting three high-profile games when the tournament starts on June 20. That includes visits from Argentina in a game that Lionel Messi figures to feature in. Then, Uruguay plays its second game group-stage game […]

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Man City must pay fair market value to affiliate club for teen

The Premier League is mandating that Manchester City pays fair market value for Girona teenager Savio. Currently, Savio is an employee in the City Football Group that owns Girona, Manchester City and Troyes. The Brazilian forward is currently under contract at French club Troyes, but he is spending the season on loan at Girona. Manchester […]

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MLS games that Messi could miss due to Argentina duty

When Inter Miami starts its campaign in the 2024 MLS season, Lionel Messi will always have appearances with Argentina in the back of his mind. Even before winning the Copa America and World Cup, Messi made a strong commitment to Argentina. In the past, though, his time with Barcelona and PSG followed FIFA's international soccer […]