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/ 115 days agoKylian Mbappé buys majority ownership of Ligue 2 club
Kylian Mbappé recently inked another huge deal after settling his five-year, $75 million contract with Real Madrid. The France captain recently bought an 80% stake in Ligue 2 side SM Caen for $22 million. Mbappé is one of the youngest owners of a European professional soccer club, weighing in at just 25 years old. Mbappé […]
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/ 115 days agoCanada appeals Olympic points deduction for women's soccer
The Canada spying dilemma has led to a points deduction and coaches' suspensions, and Canada issued an appeal against the penalty. Following revelations that Canada spied on New Zealand ahead of their first game at the Olympics event for women's soccer, punishments rained in. Three members of the Canada women's coaching staff, including head coach […]
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/ 115 days agoArsenal confirms move for Bologna defender Riccardo Calafiori
The extended transfer saga of Riccardo Calafiori has finally come to an end as Arsenal confirmed the signing of the defender. Calafiori showed his talents as Bologna finished fifth in Serie A last season, the club's best finish since the 1970/71 campaign. The league named Calafiori as its player of the month in May. That […]
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/ 115 days agoJapan icon Keisuke Honda signs one-day deal with Bhutan club
Keisuke Honda, one of the most recognizable players in the history of soccer in Japan, is returning to action for one game in Bhutan. However, this is not in the J-League, nor is it with the Japan national team. For reference, Honda has not played for club or country since 2021. He played six games […]
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/ 115 days agoHow the Old Trafford cost compares to recent NFL stadium builds
Manchester United has continued to struggle with Old Trafford, and the ownership is pondering the construction of a new stadium. This would mean the Red Devils would move out of the venue that has been their home since 1910. However, it would be a solution to a stadium that has fallen into disrepair. The infamous […]
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/ 115 days agoHow much does Emma Hayes earn?
Emma Hayes has set a new standard for how much a coach of a women's soccer team can earn, and it is hard to say she is undeserving. Hayes currently oversees the United States Women's National Team. Before then, she emerged as one of the brightest soccer minds with a dominating stint with Chelsea. The […]
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/ 115 days agoHow an Indian became an Arsenal fan in a cricket-mad nation
India is known in the Western world as a cricket-mad nation. The sport is a religion in India, and the players are bestowed with demi-god status. Even the narrowest streets are turned into a cricket pitch by kids desperate to showcase their talents. In such a cultural setting, I was among the minority who followed […]
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/ 116 days agoUSWNT eases past Germany with 4-1 win
Sophia Smith led the way as the United States rolled past a potent German squad with a comprehensive 4-1 win. It's their most important win under manager Emma Hayes, especially with how they approached the game. The new-look Americans, led by the powerful front three of Smith, Trinity Rodman, and Mallory Swanson gave the Germans […]
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/ 116 days agoMiami squad unaware of Messi's comeback date from injury
As Lionel Messi departed for Copa America, Inter Miami's manager Tata Martino faced a daunting question: How would his team fare without their talismanic leader? "If these players find themselves in form, with confidence, secure, and understand the challenges of the five games after St. Louis, it's clear that we'll be able to survive Copa […]
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/ 116 days agoUnited duo involved in car accident, Malacia taken to hospital
For Manchester United sensation Marcus Rashford, it seems that art imitates life. The past year has been tumultuous for the Englishman, marred by multiple incidents ranging from speeding offenses to personal mishaps. Just recently, Rashford was handed a six-month driving ban for speeding in December 2023. Yet, just two days before his court hearing for […]
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/ 116 days agoLiverpool look to team up Dutch Euro 2024 star with Arne Slot
Liverpool are reportedly targeting Borussia Dortmund forward Donyell Malen as they prepare for the upcoming 2024-25 season. With the Reds currently in the United States for their preseason tour, new manager Arne Slot is using this time to evaluate his squad and identify key areas needing reinforcement. The potential acquisition of Malen, a former Arsenal […]
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/ 116 days agoQuick to forget Yoro: Madrid to avenge United and steal defender
Manchester United's pursuit of top-tier defensive talent has put them in a familiar position, having to contend with paying higher transfer fees and wages. Their fans often argue that when United come calling, clubs often inflate player valuations significantly. The recent pursuit of Lille's Leny Yoro and the ongoing saga involving Bayern Munich's Matthijs de […]
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/ 116 days agoHow Friedkin's Roma are highest spenders this summer
Roma have had an impressive start to the summer transfer window, securing deals with Juventus and Rennes for Matias Soule and Enzo Le Fee, respectively. The club is also in advanced negotiations with Girona for Artem Dovbyk. These moves are pushing Roma's summer expenditure close to the $108 million mark, a significant turnaround from the […]
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/ 116 days agoPulisic to remain without USMNT pal? Milan in talks to sell Musah
As Milan gear up for the new season, they are focused on their preparations on the pitch and monitoring potential moves in the transfer market. One player who has garnered significant attention is the American midfielder Yunus Musah. According to reports from Foot Mercato, French club Lyon has expressed a keen interest in acquiring Musah. […]
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/ 116 days agoSpurs to sell shares for big money? Valuation close to Chelsea's
Tottenham are reportedly negotiating to sell a minority stake in a deal that could value the club at an impressive $4.8 billion. This move is part of a strategic effort by Chairman Daniel Levy and the club’s majority owners, ENIC Group (ENIC). They want to attract fresh investment for various ambitious projects and bolster their […]