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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

The magisterial, as Ray Hudson would put it, play of Lionel Messi has dazzled soccer fans for nearly two decades. Debates still persist, but he is undoubtedly the greatest player of his generation. Messi has the numbers to back it up. But how do Messi's stats compare to the legends of the past? The title […]

The owner of newly promoted Premier League side Sheffield United is currently looking to sell the club. The Blades only just recently gained access back to the English top flight after finishing second in the Championship last season. Sheffield United last played in the Premier League during the 2021/22 campaign. Nevertheless, Bloomberg is now reporting […]

The 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup is nearly upon us. And you can download our free Women's World Cup bracket to keep track of all the action. For the first time, the tournament features an expanded field of 32 teams. The women's competition now resemble the men's tournament format used from 1998-2022. Also a first […]

The 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup is nearly upon us. And you can download our free Women's World Cup bracket to keep track of all the action. For the first time, the tournament features an expanded field of 32 teams. The women's competition now resemble the men's tournament format used from 1998-2022. Also a first […]

The National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) has officially announced plans for a new expansion team in San Francisco's Bay Area. It is the 14th host region in the United States women's top flight, and its first season is in 2024. There are currently a dozen teams in the league, but two additional clubs will be […]

Promotion and relegation is one of the key mechanics across much of the global sport called soccer. But what is pro/rel, as it's commonly abbreviated? If you're a new fan, especially coming from American sports, you might be completely unfamiliar with the concept. What is promotion and relegation? At the most basic level, promotion and […]

Odd number years tend to hold less events than even number years. Men's World Cups, Euros and Copa Americas have tradition on even-numbered years. Regardless, there is plenty of soccer action coming in 2023. Here are some dates to mark on your calendar. Biggest soccer events in 2023 February 1-11, 2023: FIFA Club World Cup […]

The USA mascot for the 2026 World Cup emerged today in early designs and logos. The tournament, co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico, is the first tournament to involve three countries hosting games. It is just the second tournament to have more than one host. South Korea and Japan jointly hosted the 2002 […]