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American Soccer

/ 840 days ago

Messi, like Pele, can leave a historic legacy on American soccer

Nearly 50 years before Lionel Messi joined Inter Miami, the world's greatest soccer player at the time, Pele, shocked the world by coming out of retirement to sign with the North American Soccer League's New York Cosmos. These two transfers, separated by five decades, provide an intriguing comparison of the influence of global superstars. That […]

United States

/ 840 days ago

USWNT boss Vlatko Andonovski steps down after World Cup

Vlatko Andonovski has reportedly resigned from his role as head coach of the USWNT after a disappointing World Cup exit in the round of 16. A source familiar with the situation has supposedly confirmed the news to the AP and ESPN. Andonovski's decision to depart the team comes just 11 days after the Americans were […]

FIFA

/ 846 days ago

FIFA’s eye-opening demands for World Cup 2026 host cities

Hosting a FIFA World Cup match is a dream scenario for most cities around the globe. After all, the tournament is almost certain to help bring in millions of dollars to every city involved. This essentially comes down to tourists spending massive amounts of money on travel, hotels, and restaurants inside the area. Nevertheless, soccer […]

Netherlands

/ 847 days ago

USA have really big mouths in Women’s World Cup, says Dutch

Netherlands forward Lineth Beerensteyn made some interesting comments regarding the United States women's national team on Thursday. Speaking at a press conference ahead of a matchup with Spain, Beerensteyn claimed that the USWNT players talk too much. The Americans were knocked out of the 2023 Women's World Cup against Sweden in the round of 16. […]

American Soccer

/ 848 days ago

USL player becomes youngest professional athlete in US soccer

Sacramento Republic FC has announced that a member of the youth setup has officially signed a professional contract. While this type of news occurs fairly frequently in the sport, details of the signing are very interesting. The player that was awarded a deal to join the senior squad is 13-year-old Da’vian Kimbrough. The teen becomes […]

Bruce Arena

/ 848 days ago

MLS host says Bruce Arena used racial slur against someone

New England Revolution head coach Bruce Arena was previously placed on administrative leave in late July. While the club and Major League Soccer did not reveal much about the issue at the time, potential details are starting to trickle in. The Revolution announced on Tuesday, August 1st that their coach allegedly made "inappropriate and insensitive […]

ESPN

/ 853 days ago

FS1 now in more US homes than ESPN

ESPN has officially been dethroned as the most carried sports television network in United States. The massive media channel, like most other traditional networks, has experienced a significant drop in subscribers in recent years. This is mostly due to the fact that many Americans have cut their cable or satellite plans and opted for streaming […]

Barcelona

/ 854 days ago

Barcelona to make significant decision on Sergiño Dest

It seemed like things were looking well for Sergiño Dest, who was in Xavi's plans for the 2023-24 Barcelona season. The American defender said in July that he plans to compete for a starting role at Barcelona after a disappointing loan season with AC Milan. "I see myself staying. Obviously, I have to prove myself […]

Portugal

/ 857 days ago

USWNT vs Portugal preview: Knockout stage spot up for grabs

If the previous two games provide any preview of the USWNT, the final group stage game against Portugal is no guarantee. Even worse, the USWNT must force at least a draw to punch a ticket to the knockout stages. With the final group game against Portugal rapidly approaching, many feel that the USWNT has not […]

Netherlands

/ 861 days ago

Lindsey Horan fires USWNT to draw against Netherlands

The USWNT settled for a draw against the Netherlands on Wednesday night in its second match of the Women's World Cup. The 1-1 tie keeps the Americans on top of Group E after two matches. This is thanks to a superior goal difference despite a level point total with the Dutch side. Team co-captain Lindsey […]

FIFA

/ 863 days ago

World Cup 2026 visa issues to be solved by Biden administration

The White House will establish a new task force to help ease concerns of foreign soccer fans entering the United States at the 2026 World Cup. Millions of people are expected to flock Stateside for the future tournament. While the competition is still three years away, government officials are taking a proactive approach to the […]

Arsenal

/ 865 days ago

Barcelona decide fate of Arsenal clash after virus outbreak

The status of Arsenal's pre-season friendly against Barcelona has become uncertain after the Spanish giants had to cancel their match against Juventus this weekend. Barcelona's United States tour was set to begin with a match against the Bianconeri on Saturday. However, the game had to be canceled because several players in the squad were affected […]

Megan Rapinoe

/ 867 days ago

Rapinoe, Lavelle to be eased into action at Women's World Cup

United States women's national team head coach Vlatko Andonovski has revealed that two of his stars, Megan Rapinoe and Rose Lavelle, will ease back into action at the Women's World Cup. Both have missed time on the pitch in recent weeks due to various injuries. However, the manager claimed that Julie Ertz is 100% fit […]

Uncategorized

/ 868 days ago

USWNT vs Vietnam preview: US begins World Cup title defense

The Women's World Cup is finally here, and the USWNT looks to make it three tournament wins in a three-tournament span. Several teams have already played but it is now time for the USWNT to take the stage. They will be aiming to make history and to do something never done before. The USWNT begins […]

Netflix

/ 870 days ago

Netflix reveals new docuseries on USWNT World Cup run

Netflix has announced a new docuseries surrounding the United States women's national team. The streaming service revealed on Monday that Netflix cameras will follow the USWNT throughout the upcoming 2023 Women's World Cup. Footage from the filming will then be made into the future series. “The all-access sports series will allow audiences to intimately follow […]