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/ 97 days agoHint of jab at Barca, Xavi: Dembele explains rise in form for PSG
Former Barcelona forward Ousmane Dembele has expressed his dissatisfaction with his time at the Catalan club. In addition to this, he has drawn comparisons with his experience at Paris Saint-Germain, where he now appears much more settled. As he prepares for Euro 2024 with the French national team, Dembele's remarks highlight the differences in his […]
UEFA Euro 2024
/ 97 days agoBBC's Euro 2024 trailer likens the tournament to pinball
As Euro 2024 officially kicked off on Friday, BBC's official trailer for the tournament hit television screens. Title sequences, particularly in the United Kingdom, are an important part of watching major soccer competitions. BBC, for instance, initially created a hit trailer for the 1990 World Cup. The network used Luciano Pavarotti's version of Nessun Dorma […]
UEFA Euro 2024
/ 98 days agoEuro 2024 jumps into full motion with three-game Saturday
Euro 2024 will get into full swing with three exciting group-stage matches on Saturday. At 9 a.m. ET, Hungary and Switzerland battle as they look to get out on top of Group A. Hungary is on an incredible rise, evoking comparisons to the 1954 team that finished second at the World Cup. It qualified for […]
Euro 2024
/ 98 days agoGermany routs Scotland in Euro 2024 opener with five-goal show
Germany opened Euro 2024 in some style on Friday, as the host nation routed Scotland. A trio of first-half goals from three goal-scorers sank 10-man Scotland before the second 45. The Scots, which put together a brilliant qualifying campaign under Steve Clarke, capitulated in the first game of the group stage. Although it is still […]
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/ 98 days agoDortmund hires ex-Antalyaspor manager as coach
Dortmund will hire ex-player and former Antalyaspor manager Nuri Sahin as head coach, the club announced. Sahin, who made 274 appearances for Dortmund and was previously Terzic's assistant, will sign a three-year deal. "It is a great honor for me to be head coach of Borussia Dortmund. I would like to thank everyone in the club’s […]
UEFA Euro 2024
/ 98 days agoEngland fans given bizarre option to curb Euro 2024 hooliganism
German police have encouraged England soccer fans to smoke weed during Euro 2024. It was recently reported that local officials were forcing tournament organizers to serve Three Lions fans beer with lower alcohol content. Beer typically averages around 5% alcohol, but drinks served ahead and during the game will only contain 2.8% alcohol. These fans […]
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/ 98 days agoRobinson selected as Fulham's MVP: What it means for future
USMNT star Antonee Robinson has capped off an impressive 2023-24 campaign by being named Player of the Season at Fulham. This accolade recognizes Robinson's significant contributions and consistent performances throughout the season. This makes him the first Cottagers full-back to win the award since Steve Finnan in 2002. Robinson, who joined the West London side […]
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/ 98 days agoUSWNT falls to lowest ever FIFA ranking despite unbeaten run
The United States women's national team, or USWNT, has fallen to fifth in the latest FIFA ranking reveal. The drop means that the Stars and Stripes are now at the lowest spot in their history. FIFA initially began ranking women's teams back in 2003. Emma Hayes' new team was previously ranked fourth by the governing […]
UEFA Euro 2024
/ 98 days agoEuro 2024 VAR changes: How they differ from Big Five leagues
As Euro 2024 kicks off, significant changes in refereeing and technology aim to provide clarity for players and spectators regarding VAR. All this, while maintaining zero tolerance for serious foul play and dissent. These changes were highlighted during a recent media briefing at Munich's Allianz Stadium, ahead of the tournament's opening match between host nation […]
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/ 98 days agoHummels departs Dortmund day after head coach stepped down
Borussia Dortmund defender Mats Hummels has officially departed the club. The veteran star's contract has expired following the most recent season. Although there was speculation that the two sides may work on a new extension, Hummels now becomes a free agent. Hummels played 13-and-a-half seasons with the BVB in two separate stints at the club. […]
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/ 98 days agoMiami working to sign Messi's ex-Real Madrid arch-rival
Raphael Varane, the distinguished French center-back, will part ways with Manchester United when his contract expires at the end of the season. Varane's departure, officially confirmed by the club, marks the end of a significant chapter in his illustrious career. The Frenchman joined Manchester United in July 2021 from Real Madrid for an initial fee […]
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/ 98 days agoGio Reyna reveals future plans after Forest debacle
Gio Reyna brought ample excitement with a strategic move from Borussia Dortmund to Nottingham Forest. The expectation was that the American would earn more playing time. Ideally, it would have enhanced his form ahead of the Copa America. Unfortunately, this plan did not pan out as expected. In his four months at Forest, Reyna managed […]
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/ 98 days agoMbappe skips France training: Will he play in Euro 2024 opener?
France's preparations for the 2024 Euro have hit a snag as captain Mbappe missed an open training session on Thursday. The French squad have been training at their European Championship base in Paderborn, Germany. This week, they held a practice session attended by approximately 4,000 spectators at the Home Deluxe Arena. However, the new Real […]
UEFA Euro 2024
/ 99 days agoGermany, Scotland open Euro 2024 with captivating clash
Germany, as the hosts of Euro 2024, begin their home conquest with a game against a strong Scotland side. For Germany, it's their first chance since their group stage exit at Qatar to redeem themselves in front of a global audience. Germany was a team lost in direction, confused in playstyle, tied between allegiance to […]
Copa America 2024
/ 99 days agoOver one million 2024 Copa America tickets have been sold
Tournament organizers announced they have sold more than one million total tickets for the 2024 Copa America. As the competition expands to include 16 teams, there will be 32 matches throughout the tournament. These fixtures play out across 14 American cities between June 20 to July 14. Despite the impressive ticketing news, seats for the […]