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Reader Mailbag

/ 1172 days ago

Reader Mailbag: Answers to your soccer streaming questions

It's World Soccer Talk Reader Mailbag time again. This week, we're talking FA Cup and Championship on ESPN+, soccer on HBO Max, and the FIFA Women's World Cup on FOX. Don't forget to add any questions you might have about soccer and/or streaming in the comments below, and we'll do our best to answer those […]

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/ 1172 days ago

Interest in Wrexham-Sheff Utd FA Cup game peaks on ESPN

Despite being in the English football league system, Wrexham is becoming must-watch TV for soccer fans in the United States. The Red Dragons currently play in the fifth-tiered National League in England's soccer setup. However, thanks to Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, and the popularity of Welcome to Wrexham, the team is being […]

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/ 1172 days ago

Police apologize for Hillsborough Disaster, and admit negligence

British police have issued an apology for their role in the 1989 Hillsborough Disaster that resulted in the tragic death of 97 soccer fans. It's the first time that police have apologized for the disaster and how families of the victims have been treated. The apology comes six years after a 2017 report headed by […]

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/ 1173 days ago

Biggest transfer deadline day deals completed on final day

Tuesday's January transfer deadline day didn't disappoint. There were quite a few massive deals in the final moments of the window. Chelsea acquiring Enzo Fernandez and Arsenal's purchase of Jorginho headlined the day of transfers. However, there were quite a bit of transfers that occurred on Tuesday. Joao Cancelo – Manchester City to Bayern Munich […]

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/ 1173 days ago

Chelsea sign Enzo Fernandez for record-breaking $129 million

Chelsea have agreed a deal to sign Enzo Fernandez from Benfica. After chasing the Argentina international for weeks, the Blues finally get their man. The $130 million fee will break the British transfer record for incoming players. Chelsea had negotiations drag with Enzo Fernandez due to payment Although the price was agreed in principal for […]

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/ 1175 days ago

MLS adds more commentators to MLS Season Pass

On February 1, MLS Season Pass launches. However, the league has still not finalized its complete lineup of broadcasters who will be bringing the 2023 season to us. And we're still waiting to find out who their blockbuster lead commentator is in English. The league has it with the previously-announced co-commentator Taylor Twellman, but the […]

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/ 1177 days ago

Leeds agree Weston McKennie deal despite late offer from Forest

US Men's National Team midfielder Weston McKennie is set to join Premier League club Leeds United, according to Fabrizio Romano. The 24-year-old has agreed personal terms, and is likely to join Jesse Marsch’s side on a loan deal for a €1.2 million fee, a deal that will also include an option-to-buy clause for €33 million […]

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/ 1178 days ago

ESPN's Wrexham FA Cup game to feature star talent

ESPN is pulling out all the stops for this weekend's Wrexham FA Cup game. The Red Dragons host Sheffield United of the Championship in the FA Cup Fourth Round at the Racecourse Ground this Sunday at 11:30 AM ET. The game airs live on ESPN+. The rising Welsh club has had its share of memorable […]

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/ 1179 days ago

The evolution of RB Leipzig into a German heavyweight

We cannot discuss the rise of RB Leipzig and its avant-garde approach to the transfer market without first talking about its rapid rise to success. Red Bull GmbH, the popular energy drink manufacturer, is not only a big fish in the food industry, but also owns several sports teams. Red Bull Racing (which won the […]

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/ 1179 days ago

Draw for UEFA Nations League semi-finals revealed

The UEFA Nations League semi-final matchups were announced on Wednesday. Netherlands have been drawn against Croatia in the first fixture, while Spain face Italy in the other semi-final game. Both matches will be played in June. The Nations League semis will not include a two-legged affair. Instead, the Netherlands and Spain are set to host […]

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/ 1180 days ago

NBC's Premier League Fan Fest a huge hit in Orlando, Florida

NBC's Premier League Fan Fest in Orlando, Florida was a tremendous success by any measurement. This was the eighth one that the broadcaster has held in the United States. And judging by the numbers, it may be the best one yet. In what is now becoming a must-see event on the US soccer calendar each […]

Reader Mailbag

/ 1180 days ago

Reader Mailbag: Answering your soccer questions

It's time for another edition of the World Soccer Talk Reader Mailbag. This week, we tackle US Open Cup coverage, the Premier League Fan Fest, CONCACAF, Serie A and the FIFA Club World Cup. Don't forget to add any new questions you might have in the comments below, and we'll do our best to answer […]

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/ 1180 days ago

Arsenal, Man United set Premier League TV record in USA

NBC Sports have broken the all-time Premier League viewership record in the United States. Sunday's game between Arsenal and Manchester United averaged 2.3 million viewers across NBC, Telemundo and Peacock Premium. The thrilling game between Arsenal and Manchester United ended 3-2 to the Gunners after a late goal sealed the win in an end-to-end match. […]

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/ 1181 days ago

MLS Season Pass will have a local angle after all

One of the biggest concerns that fans of Major League Soccer teams have about MLS Season Pass is that they're losing local announcers. Previously, MLS has always had local announcers calling games across a range of regional sports networks nationwide. Many of them were considered experts and familiar voices that fans grew up with, while […]

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/ 1181 days ago

Rebecca Lowe reflects on 10 years of Premier League on NBC

NBC Sports Premier League studio host Rebecca Lowe sets a high standard for presenting soccer in the United States. NBC’s Premier League coverage began with a three-year rights deal in August 2013. Since then, it garnered rave reviews, with Lowe regularly among the critically lauded. Lowe talked to World Soccer Talk at this past weekend’s […]