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Argentina
/ 300 days agoMessi World Cup memorabilia to break sports auction records
Six of the Argentina kits Messi wore during the 2022 World Cup are going up for auction. In all likelihood, the shirts will break records for the biggest bids in the history of sports auctions. Sotheby's is listing the shirts in a bundle where the bidder will receive all the kits. The bidding group expects […]
France
/ 301 days agoPSG plans major renovation at Parc des Princes like Real Madrid
PSG is joining the trend of major clubs in Europe planning a renovation to its stadium, the Parc des Princes, in Paris. Following the suit of both Real Madrid and Barcelona, PSG opted against constructing a new stadium. Instead, it plans a major revamp of the Parc des Princes. However, PSG must first own its […]
Apple TV
/ 304 days agoApple wants MLS to be the best soccer league in the world
Apple Senior Vice President Eddy Cue wants Major League Soccer (MLS) to eventually become the best soccer league in the world. The executive at the mammoth tech company cited the sheer economic power of the United States. He made the claims at the recent Soccerex Miami event. “When I think of America, it’s the biggest […]
Everton
/ 304 days agoEverton receives record points deduction from Premier League
Everton earned a points deduction of 10 points for violating Financial Fair Play (FFP) rules. The sanction is the harshest punishment ever for a Premier League club. As a result of the deduction, the Toffees now sit 19th in the table with just four points. The Merseyside club previously posted losses of just over $55 […]
Brazil
/ 304 days agoLucho Diaz stars as Colombia fights back to beat Brazil
Just two days after he was reunited with his father who had been released by kidnappers, Colombia's Luis Diaz put on a show of bravery, skill, and passion to help Colombia defeat Brazil on an incredibly emotional night. Played in Barranquilla, it was Brazil who opened the scoring early in the game after Vinicius Jr […]
Argentina
/ 304 days agoUruguay stun Argentina in World Cup qualifier
Uruguay grabbed a stunning 2-0 win over Argentina in the South American World Cup qualifier at the La Bombonera on Thursday evening. Marcelo Bielsa’s side was an absolute joy to watch as they dominated the reigning World Champions over the course of ninety minutes. The result also meant that Argentina lost their first game since […]
Barcelona
/ 305 days agoBarca women's players, Emma Hayes want Champions League VAR
Refereeing controversy and calls for VAR struck again Wednesday night during a UEFA Women's Champions League match between Chelsea and Real Madrid. There has certainly been an influx of disputes regarding on-field decisions and the use of VAR in recent months. However, the controversy in Wednesday's matchup was unique. The Chelsea women's team dominated Real […]
Saudi Arabia
/ 305 days agoSaudi Pro League executive claims spending spree is over
A top Saudi soccer official has claimed that Saudi Pro League clubs may ease up on spending in the future. Teams in the Middle Eastern division combined to spend around $958 million in the summer transfer window. Al-Hilal's purchase of Neymar from Paris Saint-Germain for around $98 million topped the charts. Instead of mass spending, […]
Africa
/ 305 days agoWatch all African Confederation World Cup Qualifiers on FIFA+
CAF World Cup qualifiers kicked off on FIFA+ Wednesday, Nov. 15, with all matches available on FIFA’s streaming service. In CAF World Cup Qualifying, there are nine automatic spots for the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada. Fifty-four teams are fighting for those nine spots. Additionally, there is a 10th spot […]
Germany
/ 305 days agoUnion Berlin appoints first-ever woman assistant in Bundesliga
Union Berlin appointed Marie-Louise Eta as the first woman to be an assistant for a Bundesliga club. The former player with Werder Bremen had been coaching the Union Berlin U-19 side. Now, she will occupy the dugout as part of the Union Berlin senior squad. Her first appearance in the Bundesliga will be against Augsburg […]
Apple TV
/ 320 days agoHow to get the most out of Apple TV: Tips and tricks
With the vast majority of MLS games moving exclusively onto the Apple TV platform from 2023 through 2032, it's dramatically changed the way many American fans watch soccer. But whether you're watching soccer or your favorite show or movie, Apple TV still might feel new and overwhelming to you. Not to worry – we've got […]
News
/ 327 days agoBiggest soccer events in 2024: Mark your calendars
Soccer stands as one of the most beloved and thrilling sports worldwide. Every year, diverse tournaments occur on each continent, featuring the finest clubs and national teams competing against each other. The best soccer tournaments have a unique ability to ignite the passion of fans like no other. Also, the atmosphere in stadiums and the […]
News
/ 336 days agoExplained: Why MLS doesn't have promotion & relegation
MLS famously does not compete within a system of promotion and relegation. In fact, no league of any real relevance in the United States has ever used the mechanism that has been the standard for the global club game for over a century. But why doesn't MLS use pro/rel? League brass, media personalities and fans […]
News
/ 369 days agoFIFA testing controversial new offside rule, says report
Offside decisions are regularly some of the most debated topics when it comes to the sport of soccer. After all, these calls by referees can come down to mere millimeters on the pitch. This means that exciting and important goals can, and tend to be, chalked off for minuscule infractions. FIFA, with help from the […]
News
/ 375 days agoWhich soccer leagues and cups don't use VAR?
As the technology becomes more widespread and available, more soccer leagues and cups adopt the video assistant referee, or VAR. This fifth official works behind the scenes to identify several infractions that may go unnoticed on the field. VAR works to address fouls. That can be a foul in the build-up to a goal or […]