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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.

News

/ 194 days ago

Who is Steve Cherundolo, the frontrunner for USMNT job?

U.S. Soccer will have to move on to plan B in their search for a new USMNT head coach. The organization officially fired Gregg Berhalter on Wednesday following the team's disappointing showing at Copa America 2024. Despite playing their matches on home soil, the Stars and Stripes failed to reach the knockout round of the […]

News

/ 195 days ago

Van Dijk once again hints at possible Liverpool summer exit

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has hinted that he may move away from the club this summer. The 33-year-old central defender's future with the Reds has come under question since January. This came at a time when now-former manager Jurgen Klopp opted to step away from the team. The German's final match in charge of […]

UEFA Euro 2024

/ 195 days ago

Koeman claims VAR 'is destroying the game' after England defeat

Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman had some harsh words regarding video assistant referee (VAR) following his team's Euro 2024 loss against England. The main point of contention in the match came as Koeman's side had an early 1-0 lead. Dutch defender Denzel Dumfries attempted to block a shot by England striker Harry Kane in the 17th […]

Copa America 2024

/ 195 days ago

2026 World Cup: Copa America raises security concerns

A post-game altercation between fans and players following a Copa America 2024 semifinal matchup has left the tournament with a black eye. Colombia outlasted Uruguay on the pitch to advance to a mouthwatering matchup against Argentina in the tournament final. La Tricolor held on to an early lead despite going down to 10 men ahead […]

News

/ 195 days ago

Confirmed: US Soccer reach out to Klopp about USMNT job

U.S. Soccer officials are setting the bar high in their search for a new USMNT head coach. The governing body officially fired Gregg Berhalter on Wednesday after a poor showing at Copa America 2024. Despite hosting the tournament on home soil, Berhalter's side failed to even qualify for the knockout round. Even before Berhalter was […]

News

/ 196 days ago

Ratcliffe's Man Utd buy-in cost club over $50 million

Sir Jim Ratcliffe buying a share of Manchester United has cost the club over $50 million. The British billionaire previously acquired a minority share of around 27% in the club back in February. Despite holding a relatively modest piece of the pie, Ratcliffe paid current Red Devils majority owners about $1.6 billion for the stake. […]

TV

/ 196 days ago

ESPN+ to air 13 major European preseason friendlies this month

Soccer fans have been treated to two top international tournaments throughout the last few weeks. Both Copa America 2024 and Euro 2024 have been played simultaneously since the middle of June. Much to the delight of the fans, the competitions are also not conflicting with each other on TV. European games regularly feature in the […]

Copa America 2024

/ 196 days ago

TelevisaUnivision scores huge Copa America viewership

TelevisaUnivision has released some solid viewership figures during their coverage of Copa America 2024. The Mexican-American media company is airing all 32 of the tournament's matches here in the United States on Univision and TUDN. The two networks are currently the exclusive Spanish-language home of the competition Stateside. According to the company, the top five […]

News

/ 196 days ago

US Soccer prioritizing money over results led to USMNT downfall

The United States men's national team is not in a good spot at the moment. The Stars and Stripes previously entered Copa America 2024 with high hopes. After all, the tournament is being played on home soil and the team appeared ready to make their mark in such a prestigious competition. Nevertheless, the Americans embarrassingly […]

News

/ 197 days ago

Argentina boss Scaloni says he wants European sides in Copa

Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni answered an interesting question during a recent press conference. Scaloni faced the media on Monday as the reigning World Cup champions prepare to face Canada in the Copa America 2024 semifinals. The tournament, which is being hosted by the United States, is being played simultaneously with Euro 2024. The competitions […]

News

/ 197 days ago

Marseille fans fume at club for targeting Greenwood deal

Marseille have jumped up into the driver's seat in a deal to potentially sign Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood. Fabrizio Romano is claiming that the French side has officially offered the Red Devils about $32 million for the attacker. United's willingness to work with Marseille essentially hinges on a substantial sell-on fee. This particular stipulation […]

News

/ 197 days ago

Wales picks Bellamy over Henry as the team's next manager

Craig Bellamy has been officially named as the Wales national team head coach. The former star forward now replaces Rob Page at the helm. Page previously held the position for around three-and-a-half years. Nevertheless, Welsh soccer officials fired their manager following two disappointing showings in recent friendlies. Page could only manage a draw against Gibraltar […]

News

/ 197 days ago

American Liverpool owners targeting Bordeaux takeover

Representatives from Fenway Sports Group (FSG) are currently in France to discuss a potential takeover of Girondins de Bordeaux. The French side has endured financial difficulties since the COVID-19 pandemic began in 2020. In fact, due to decreased revenue in recent years, Bordeaux entered administration and then changed ownership in 2021. The new owner, however, […]

UEFA Euro 2024

/ 200 days ago

Saka, Pickford propel England into Euro 2024 semifinals

England outlasted Switzerland in a penalty shootout on Saturday to advance in Euro 2024 and reach the semifinals. Much of the pregame talk of the matchup surrounded England manager Gareth Southgate's proposed lineup. The coach eventually opted for three center backs, rather than a more traditional back four with two central defenders. The decision was […]

Paris 2024 Olympics

/ 200 days ago

Young USA star not selected for USMNT Olympic squad

Real Salt Lake youngster Diego Luna has reportedly not been picked to play in the USMNT Olympic squad at the upcoming Summer Olympics. The 20-year-old budding star was previously not chosen by Marko Mitrovic in Team USA's June camp. The initial decision, however, did not necessarily mean that Luna would not eventually be named in […]