Sunday was a warm day in Bournemouth where The Cherries faced Rayo Vallecano in a preseason friendly. It's preparation for the upcoming 2024/25 Premier League campaign where Bournemouth plays Nottingham Forest on August 17 (televised via Peacock). The friendly served as a reunion between Bournemouth head coach Andoni Iraola and his former team from Madrid, […]

Crystal Palace wrapped up their preseason tour of the United States in style by claiming the Stateside Cup with an impressive 3-1 victory over Premier League rival West Ham. This win, following their win against Wolves, showcased Palace’s readiness for the upcoming season and highlighted the effectiveness of Oliver Glasner's management. The match kicked off […]

World Soccer Talk writer Jonny Coffey takes a closer look at the first five Premier League matches for Man City, Arsenal, and Liverpool. The 2023/24 Premier League season delivered one of the more memorable title races in recent memory, with Manchester City, Arsenal, and, until the later stages, Liverpool battling for the top spot.  Pep […]

An offer for Conor Gallagher has been agreed by Atletico Madrid, but it isn't as simple as that, as Chris Moore reports. Chelsea is desperately looking to offload Conor Gallagher in the coming days. The midfielder has recently rejected two different contract extension offers from the Blues. This most recent decline occurred on Wednesday. The […]

Arsenal have reportedly initiated talks on possibly upgrading or expanding the Emirates Stadium. Since its inauguration in 2006, the Emirates Stadium has served as the home of Arsenal, replacing the beloved Highbury. With a current capacity of just over 60,000, the stadium has become an iconic venue in soccer. However, as time passes and soccer […]

Gareth Southgate's tenure at England ended following the Three Lions' heart-wrenching defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final. This marked their second consecutive Euros where they finished as runners-up; following their loss to Italy on penalties in the Euro 2020 final at Wembley. Southgate's period in charge was notable for bringing relative success and […]

Despite the glitz and glamor of watching many international stars take the stage at Paris 2024, the Premier League managers disrespect the Olympic Games. They have prevented numerous players from attending the Olympics. In total, only nine players from the league have been called up to the squads. The European Championship and the Copa America […]

Pep Guardiola, the mastermind behind Manchester City's recent dominance, has consistently voiced his concerns over the increasingly congested soccer calendar. Every season, the Catalan coach criticizes the authorities for the relentless schedule that demands players to participate in an excessive number of matches. He argues that the packed fixture list is detrimental to players' health […]

West Ham are actively seeking to strengthen their attacking options before the upcoming season, with Niclas Fullkrug from Borussia Dortmund emerging as a prime target. The Hammers are in dire need of a new number nine to lead their line, and the experienced German international fits the bill. According to Sky Sports, West Ham has […]

Manchester United has continued to struggle with Old Trafford, and the ownership is pondering the construction of a new stadium. This would mean the Red Devils would move out of the venue that has been their home since 1910. However, it would be a solution to a stadium that has fallen into disrepair. The infamous […]

Media rights in sports have exponentially grown worldwide, as competitions pull billions in revenue. Soccer has been one of the driving forces for that. The sport's continued growth has seen American broadcasters toss more cash around to attract more viewers. For example, NBC is paying the English Premier League $433 million per year for six […]

India is known in the Western world as a cricket-mad nation. The sport is a religion in India, and the players are bestowed with demi-god status. Even the narrowest streets are turned into a cricket pitch by kids desperate to showcase their talents. In such a cultural setting, I was among the minority who followed […]

For Manchester United sensation Marcus Rashford, it seems that art imitates life. The past year has been tumultuous for the Englishman, marred by multiple incidents ranging from speeding offenses to personal mishaps. Just recently, Rashford was handed a six-month driving ban for speeding in December 2023. Yet, just two days before his court hearing for […]

Liverpool are reportedly targeting Borussia Dortmund forward Donyell Malen as they prepare for the upcoming 2024-25 season. With the Reds currently in the United States for their preseason tour, new manager Arne Slot is using this time to evaluate his squad and identify key areas needing reinforcement. The potential acquisition of Malen, a former Arsenal […]

Tottenham are reportedly negotiating to sell a minority stake in a deal that could value the club at an impressive $4.8 billion. This move is part of a strategic effort by Chairman Daniel Levy and the club’s majority owners, ENIC Group (ENIC). They want to attract fresh investment for various ambitious projects and bolster their […]