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/ 4 days ago

Textor looks at Championship after missing out on Everton

John Textor, the American billionaire with an expanding portfolio, is reportedly looking to acquire a controlling interest in a Championship club. This comes after his recent failed attempt to purchase Everton. The Friedkin Group has just acquired the Toffees. Textor already holds stakes in several clubs worldwide. Thus, he is now aiming to add an […]

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/ 12 days ago

Leeds aim to make Elland Road one of largest in England

Leeds have unveiled ambitious plans to expand Elland Road, their historic stadium, increasing capacity to 53,000 seats through a phased redevelopment. This expansion will see the club boost its seating capacity by over 15,000. This move reinforces the commitment to long-term growth while preserving the unique atmosphere that Elland Road is renowned for. To keep […]

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/ 21 days ago

Will Ferrell: Why US investors pour money into English clubs

In recent years, a noticeable trend has emerged in English soccer: an influx of American celebrities investing in clubs across the country. From Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney's highly publicized ownership of Wrexham to NFL star Tom Brady's stake in Birmingham City; the list of American figures putting their money into the sport continues to […]

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/ 23 days ago

Championship second in attendance worldwide behind Premier League

The EFL Championship has made a significant mark on global soccer, ranking as the second-most attended league in the world during the 2023-24 season. This notable achievement highlights the immense popularity and passionate fanbase that supports soccer across England; from the top-tier Premier League to the lower divisions. A whopping 12.7 million people attended Championship games last […]

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/ 35 days ago

EPL and Championship star Sol Bamba loses battle with cancer

The soccer world is mourning the loss of Sol Bamba, a former Premier League and Championship star, who passed away at the age of 39 after a sudden illness. Bamba, a beloved figure on the English scene, had been recently working as a coach at Turkish club Adanaspor; where the news of his passing was […]

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/ 39 days ago

Forest prefers to sell USMNT star after rejecting loan bids

Matt Turner has not spent much time at Nottingham Forest, yet his departure from the English side seems imminent. The USMNT star previously joined the East Midlands club from Arsenal in the summer of 2023. Forest paid the Gunners about $9 million to sign the American goalkeeper on a permanent deal. At the time, the […]

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/ 41 days ago

Ethan Horvath under pressure; criticized by Cardiff analyst

American goalkeeper Ethan Horvath has struggled in the early going of the 2024/25 EFL Championship with Welsh side Cardiff City. After three games, Cardiff is bottom of the league with two losses and a draw. In those three games, Cardiff has conceded eight goals. That is the worst in the Championship to go along with […]

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/ 46 days ago

2024/25 EFL Championship predictions: Who gets promoted?

The 2024/25 EFL Championship is underway, and anyone can make predictions for how the table will finish this season. The second tier of English soccer is regularly one of the most competitive and volatile leagues in the world. A team that was close to promotion one season can easily plummet down the table to the […]

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/ 54 days ago

True impact of the deal between Red Bull and Leeds United

In May 2024, it was announced that energy drink manufacturer Red Bull would be purchasing a minority stake in Championship side Leeds United. The Austrian company also became the main front-of-shirt sponsor of the West Yorkshire club from 2024/25, which sparked controversy in a first-of-a-kind deal in English football. But how did an energy drinks […]

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/ 55 days ago

USA's Brenden Aaronson off to rollercoaster restart with Leeds

You’d think a coach has no reason to defend a substitute who scored a 95th-minute equalizer in a post-match presser. But Brenden Aaronson needed to hear that last Saturday because of incidents before and after his sublime strike that avoided Leeds United’s first home defeat to Portsmouth in 20 years. Elland Road crowd holds a […]

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/ 55 days ago

Preston manager Lowe departs after Championship opener

Preston North End and manager Ryan Lowe have parted ways after just one game of the EFL Championship season. The shocking news comes after Preston’s 2-0 home defeat to Sheffield United, which ended with the fans booing Lowe and his side off the field. The 45-year-old has managed the club since December 2021 but said […]

Podcast

/ 76 days ago

Paramount+ saves the day for Serie A and EFL viewers

Kartik Krishnaiyer and Christopher Harris are back to share their analysis regarding the latest announcement from CBS Sports where they reveal the new soccer rights they've acquired in the United States. We dive into what the EFL and Serie A deals mean for soccer fans, as well as how it'll impact viewers in the United […]

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/ 87 days ago

Leeds finally decide on Elland Road stadium after 20 years saga

Leeds United have secured full ownership of their iconic Elland Road stadium, marking a significant milestone in the club's history. This acquisition comes two decades after the stadium was sold during a period of severe financial difficulty. The move symbolizes the club's recovery. Also, it underscores its commitment to maintaining a deep-rooted connection with its […]

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/ 122 days ago

Birmingham City hires Spurs assistant Chris Davies

Birmingham City recently announced the hiring of Spurs assistant coach Chris Davies as manager. Davies will take control of a dysfunctional BCFC team that suffered relegation from the Championship this season. Davies beat several candidates to earn the job as Birmingham City manager, inking a four-year deal with the Blues on Thursday. He reportedly beat […]

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/ 124 days ago

English club boosts transfer power by selling shares to fans

Championship side Watford is taking a bold approach by selling shares of the club to fans to quickly raise the club's transfer budget. Watford has been stuck in neutral for the last two years after suffering relegation from the Premier League. In 2022/23 Watford finished 11th in the Championship. This past season, it fell to […]