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/ 87 days ago

UEFA Champions League draw: The 36 teams awaiting their fate

The stage is set for Thursday's UEFA Champions League group stage draw, live on Paramount+ from Noon ET. The playoff round completed the equation with seven clubs joining those directly qualified to the big event. The 36 teams will be in an automatic draw to decide their four home and four away games. Although the […]

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/ 87 days ago

Darwin Nunez hit with five-game ban for fight with Colombian fans

Punishments from the clash between Colombian fans and Uruguay players in July have officially been handed out. The two South American teams previously faced off in a contentious Copa America 2024 semifinal in Charlotte. Colombia ended up narrowly topping their rivals in front of around 70,000 fans on the night. As a result, La Tricolor […]

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/ 87 days ago

Ronaldo targets Al Nassr reunion with ex-Real Madrid boss

Zinedine Zidane’s name has surfaced yet again in connection with the Saudi Pro League. This time, it is with Al Nassr, the club where Cristiano Ronaldo currently plays. As Al Nassr grapples with a rocky start to their season, the possibility of Zidane taking the helm has gained traction. The team is looking to stabilize […]

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/ 87 days ago

PGMOL asks Premier League for more funds amid financial crisis

The Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) is reportedly running out of money. The organization is currently responsible for refereeing English professional soccer matches. PGMOL was previously created back in 2001 when referees officially became professional. Refs in the organization currently work from the Premier League down to League Two, as well as cup competitions. […]

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/ 87 days ago

Calls for change: Serie A back to old transfer window system?

As the summer transfer window rapidly approaches its deadline on August 30, the pressure on European soccer clubs is intensifying. This summer’s transfer business has been less frantic than expected, but the final days promise a flurry of activity. In Italy, Serie A clubs are navigating a particularly chaotic landscape as they prepare for an […]

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/ 87 days ago

'Age is not important': Portugal boss steadfast in Ronaldo support

As Portugal faced a disappointing exit from Euro 2024, the role of Cristiano Ronaldo in the national team has become a subject of heated debate. At 39, Ronaldo's continued presence in the squad, under coach Roberto Martinez, has sparked concerns among fans and pundits alike. Many argue that his age and declining influence on the […]

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/ 87 days ago

Forest prefers to sell USMNT star after rejecting loan bids

Matt Turner has not spent much time at Nottingham Forest, yet his departure from the English side seems imminent. The USMNT star previously joined the East Midlands club from Arsenal in the summer of 2023. Forest paid the Gunners about $9 million to sign the American goalkeeper on a permanent deal. At the time, the […]

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/ 87 days ago

Galatasaray Champions League exit is blow for Turkish soccer

In the second leg of the Champions League playoff round, Galatasaray lost 1-0 at home to Young Boys of Switzerland. This ended the side's Champions League campaign. Additionally, for the second time in three years, no Turkish club will participate in the first-round proper of the UEFA Champions League. The atmosphere at Rams Park was […]

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/ 87 days ago

Different kind of 'Ted Lasso': Jason Sudeikis to take step back?

The news that "Ted Lasso" would reportedly be back for a fourth season has given fans cause to rejoice. Since its launch in August 2020, the series has garnered enormous praise and an unprecedented thirteen Emmy Awards. Co-creator and actor Jason Sudeikis originally planned the show to last for three seasons. It swiftly became the […]

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/ 88 days ago

Nketiah deal gives Arsenal funds for new attacking target

Arsenal finally looks set to sell Eddie Nketiah ahead of the summer transfer deadline on Friday. The center-forward had previously been linked with Marseille and Nottingham Forest in recent weeks. However, the French side could not agree on a final fee with the Gunners. Forest, on the other hand, failed to entice Nketiah to join […]

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/ 88 days ago

Joao Cancelo exits Manchester City - leaves complicated legacy

Legacy in soccer is often associated with how wonderful a player has served a club. Those who reach the heights of success develop their version of a legacy within a club. In the case of Joao Cancelo and his time at Manchester City, it is a mixed bag of emotions. The Premier League ultimately says […]

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/ 88 days ago

Gundogan sees future in coaching after learning from Guardiola

Manchester City returnee Ilkay Gundogan is ready to learn more under the tutelage of Pep Guardiola. The Spaniard is perhaps the best manager in soccer currently and one of the best historically. The German midfielder has had the opportunity to see his managerial prowess up close. Moreover, from his spot as a defensive midfielder, Gundogan […]

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/ 88 days ago

American midfielder Tessmann joins Ligue 1's Olympique Lyon

Tanner Tessmann, the Birmingham, AL, native who recently helped Venezia secure Serie A promotion, is on his way to Olympique Lyon. The midfielder has joined the Ligue 1 outfit on a permanent deal with the French campaign already underway. There is no indication as to how much Lyon paid to acquire Tessmann. However, the move […]

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/ 88 days ago

Ronaldo hints that he may feature at the 2026 World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo has hinted that he may remain with the Portugal national team for the 2026 World Cup. The tournament is set to be co-hosted by the United States in two years. Ronaldo, 39, remains one of the most popular soccer superstars in the world, despite moving to the Middle East. He recently set YouTube […]

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/ 88 days ago

Chelsea eyes Toney as striker agrees contract with Saudi club

Chelsea is reportedly ready to target Brentford striker Ivan Toney. The England international has been open about wanting to leave the Bees for months now. Brentford brass previously slapped an asking price of nearly $80 million on their prize asset. Nevertheless, a lack of interest has forced the Bees to lower their demands. Toney's price […]