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/ 84 days agoNeymar can't play for Al-Hilal until 2025 despite injury recovery
Neymar made history with his move to Al-Hilal, and it was one of the most talked-about transfers in recent football history. When the Saudi Pro League club splashed out to bring the Brazilian superstar from PSG, it marked a significant moment in the sport. Neymar became the most expensive player in the league’s history. He […]
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/ 84 days agoOsimhen left in limbo after being removed from Napoli squad
Victor Osimhen's future is currently in the air after a series of recent dramatic events. Despite just signing a new contract with Napoli in December, the club wanted to sell the striker during the summer. This, however, has not yet occurred. As a result, Osimhen will likely remain on Napoli's books, even though they clearly […]
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/ 84 days agoPremier League clubs spent 33x more than MLS in window
The Premier League's summer transfer window officially closed late Friday night. In total, English top-flight teams combined to spend about $2.6 billion on new players. While each club shelled out different amounts of money, the figure represents an average of $130 million per Premier League team. It also works out to around $8.5 million per […]
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/ 84 days agoPetty ref decision sends Declan Rice off in Arsenal-Brighton tie
Arsenal failed to keep their winning streak going to start the Premier League season on Saturday as Declan Rice was sent off against Brighton. The Gunners faced a tough test against Brighton in the early English top-flight match of the weekend. The Seagulls, like Arsenal, began the current campaign with a pair of victories. While […]
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/ 85 days agoWrexham trouble: Residents gripe about heavy matchday traffic
Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney’s takeover of Wrexham has brought newfound fame and success to the historic Welsh club. As Wrexham embark on their League One campaign, they’ve started strong; with two wins and a draw in their first three matches. However, the excitement surrounding the team’s rise has come with unintended consequences; […]
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/ 85 days agoPalace pulls off a coup to keep Marc Guehi despite record offer
Crystal Palace star defender Marc Guehi is remaining with the club after a lengthy period of uncertainty. Newcastle had been pursuing a deal to sign the England international for much of August. In fact, the Magpies even submitted four separate proposals to Crystal Palace regarding the center-back. The most recent offer was reportedly in the […]
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/ 85 days agoChampions League: How many points are needed to advance?
The UEFA Champions League has introduced a new format, replacing the traditional group stage with a league phase. This significant change has left many fans confused, with some describing the format as overwhelming and complex. To help clarify the situation, a platform for statistics has calculated how many points teams will likely need to secure […]
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/ 85 days agoFormer Premier League defender criticizes MLS refereeing
FC Cincinnati faced a challenging evening last weekend as they fell to Inter Miami 2-0 in an MLS match that left many questioning the officiating and the visiting team's overall performance. The match played at Chase Stadium in South Florida was marked by two early goals from Luis Suarez, a red card for Inter Miami, […]
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/ 85 days agoEuropa League draw reveals several fascinating matches
Many American soccer fans were able to watch the 2024/25 UEFA Champions League draw live on Thursday. The governing body opted to broadcast the league phase draw of the continent's top club tournament at Noon (ET). Nevertheless, the 2024/25 Europa League draw took place before many here in the United States even woke up. UEFA […]
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/ 86 days agoWhen did England, Wales, and Scotland play their first soccer games?
England, Wales, and Scotland will all be in action as September’s UEFA Nations League fixtures roll around, continuing their long history of competing on the international stage. Earlier this week, what is believed to be one of the first-ever red Welsh football tops was unearthed while a former Football Association of Wales (FAW) official was […]
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/ 86 days agoUEFA takes action: Boehly to cost Chelsea Europe expulsion?
Chelsea are currently facing a significant challenge that could jeopardize their participation in future European competitions. This threat arises from UEFA's new financial regulations. To ensure financial fair play (FFP), it seeks to rein in teams that have used deceptive accounting tactics. Under the ownership of Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital, Chelsea's aggressive spending and […]
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/ 86 days agoLionel Messi injury: Will star play for Inter Miami vs Chicago Fire?
Lionel Messi is on the cusp of making his much-anticipated return to Major League Soccer with Inter Miami. Messi will rejoin his team at a critical juncture in their season; especially after an extended absence due to international duties and an injury sustained during the Copa America final. While the Argentine superstar will not feature […]
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/ 86 days agoBrighton new signing out for months after making 6-minute debut
New Brighton signing Matt O'Riley is already set for an extended spell on the sidelines. The Denmark international officially just joined the Seagulls earlier in the week from Celtic. Brighton brass paid the Scottish giants nearly $33 million for the dynamic midfielder. The fee, assuming future add-ons are met, will set a new record transfer […]
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/ 86 days agoStolen idea? UEFA risks lawsuit due to Champions League draw
As the UEFA Champions League prepares to usher in a new era with an expanded format, the European governing body finds itself at risk of a lawsuit due to its draw. The introduction of a new “league phase” for its three club competitions this season has sparked controversy. Thus, Chilean sports consultant Leandro Shara has […]
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/ 86 days agoMadueke among surprise picks in England Nations League team
England interim boss Lee Carsley has named his first squad for two upcoming UEFA Nations League games, with Noni Madueke making most of the headlines for England. The former England U21 manager was temporarily called into the role after Gareth Southgate stepped away from the team. Southgate was at the helm for nearly eight years […]