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chris moore

Chris is the news writer at World Soccer Talk. He previously worked as a featured writer for the company and is the Arsenal FC expert. Prior to joining World Soccer Talk in 2014, Chris was a freelancer for the Yahoo Contributor Network. While at Yahoo, he published over 100 soccer-related articles and was a regular in the website’s monthly “Hot 100” list.

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/ 88 days ago

New evidence suggests Saudi state was involved in Newcastle deal

Premier League clubs are once again raising questions over the previous 2021 takeover of Newcastle. The Magpies changed hands three years ago after Mike Ashley offloaded the team to a consortium led by the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF). The Middle Eastern group paid nearly $400 million for an 80% stake in the club. Fellow […]

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/ 89 days ago

Liverpool to earn at least $77 million annually in Adidas deal

Liverpool is reportedly set to receive a significant financial boost next summer. The Reds are expected to strike a lucrative kit deal with Adidas following the conclusion of the current campaign. The Merseyside club currently has an agreement in place with Nike. Nevertheless, the five-year deal with the American sportswear brand is set to expire […]

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/ 89 days ago

Man United execs contact Xavi as pressure builds on Ten Hag

Manchester United continues to be linked with high-profile managers as Erik ten Hag's future remains uncertain. The club's current coach is on the hot seat after a slow start to the season. The Red Devils currently sit 12th in the Premier League standings after winning just three of their first eight matches. Ten Hag's position […]

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/ 89 days ago

Arsenal faces heap of injuries ahead of critical Liverpool clash

Arsenal could be without five key players because of injuries for a massive matchup with Liverpool at the weekend. The Gunners have missed captain and main playmaker Martin Odegaard since he suffered an ankle injury in early September. Without the midfielder pulling the strings, the North London club has looked noticeably stagnate going forward in […]

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/ 89 days ago

Roma legend Totti, 48, hints at possible return to the pitch

Roma legend Francesco Totti has hinted that he may return to the pitch in the near future. The 48-year-old former versatile midfielder/forward last played professionally for the Italian club back in 2017. His final appearance in a Roma jersey came as a second-half substitute for current Liverpool star Mohamed Salah. The game also happened to […]

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/ 90 days ago

West Ham to give Lopetegui time to turn things around

West Ham manager Julen Lopetegui will reportedly be given more time to turn things around at the club. The Hammers fell to 15th in the Premier League table following a 4-1 loss to Tottenham Hotspur at the weekend. The demoralizing defeat was particularly frustrating because they took an early lead in the game. Nevertheless, the […]

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/ 90 days ago

A$AP Rocky in talks to become co-owner of Tranmere Rovers

Another American millionaire is looking to invest in an English soccer club. Nearly half of current Premier League teams are currently at least partially owned by American businessmen. Several clubs further down the English/Welsh soccer pyramid also have Americans at the helm as well. This includes Wrexham, but also Burnley, Birmingham City, Leeds United, and […]

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/ 90 days ago

Bayern may make January move for Man United's Rashford

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford continues to be linked with a move abroad. The England international only just signed a long-term contract with the Red Devils in the summer of 2023. This came after the winger netted an incredible 30 goals and 11 assists throughout the 2022/23 campaign. Nevertheless, Rashford's form has plummeted ever since […]

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/ 92 days ago

FIFA needs Messi to 'sell' Club World Cup to TV network execs

In our opinion, FIFA needs to use Lionel Messi to bolster interest in the 2025 Club World Cup by naming Inter Miami as CONCACAF's final team for the tournament. As hosts of the competition, the United States receives an extra slot. The Seattle Sounders previously booked a place in the tournament due to their triumph […]

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/ 92 days ago

England and USA are battling for Chelsea youth prospect

Soccer federations from England and the USA are fighting over Chelsea teen sensation, Landon Emenalo. The 16-year-old defensive midfielder has dual citizenship with the two nations. He is currently featuring in the young ranks at Chelsea, where his father, Michael, was previously the director of football. Emenalo initially made his international debut with the England […]

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/ 92 days ago

Arteta admits willingness to manage England someday

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has claimed that he would be open to managing the England national team in the future. The Football Association (FA) shocked many around the sport on Wednesday when they announced Thomas Tuchel as the next Three Lions manager. The German is a top coach, but many fans and pundits in England […]

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/ 92 days ago

Ten Hag on Man United's sale of McTominay: 'I didn't want this'

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has claimed that he did not want to sell Scott McTominay this summer. The midfielder moved to Napoli for $32 million in August after previously spending his entire playing career with the Red Devils. Unsurprisingly, the Scotland international has found fitting in at his new club rather easy. Under […]

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/ 93 days ago

Suarez hopeful to stay in Miami as contract talks continue

Luis Suarez has revealed that he is currently locked in contract negotiations with Inter Miami officials. The star previously signed a one-year deal with the Major League Soccer team ahead of the 2024 season. The short-term contract, however, did reportedly come with an option to extend the striker's stay for another year. Nevertheless, this particular […]

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/ 93 days ago

Executive's departure from City may affect Guardiola's future

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has fueled future speculation that he could leave the club after the 2024/25 season. The Spaniard has been with the reigning English champions since signing on in 2016. He most recently penned a contract extension back in 2022. The deal, however, only keeps the legendary coach in place until June […]

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/ 94 days ago

Oft-injured James unlikely to play back-to-back Chelsea games

Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca has claimed that Reece James cannot handle playing two games each week. The defender has not been able to play at all so far this season due to a hamstring injury. This comes after the England international only featured in 11 total fixtures for the Blues during the entire 2023/24 […]