FIFA, the world football governing body, released a statement regarding the arrests of FIFA officials by Swiss authorities and extradited to the United States earlier today. The statement welcomed any approach to try and provide transparency regarding the allocations of the 2018 and 2022 World Cups, stating: "FIFA welcomes actions that can help contribute to rooting […]

Today's Soccer Morning features an interview with David Cartlidge to discuss all of the latest stories from La Liga including the sacking of Carlo Ancelotti and the expected appointment of Rafa Benitez. You can listen to Soccer Morning live via the World Soccer Talk LIVE page at www.worldsoccertalk.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/live. During the show, you can tweet your […]

Jack Warner, former FIFA vice president and President of CONCACAF, has responded to the news that he and CONCACAF officials have been arrested and indicted for racketeering conspiracy and corruption by issuing a press release. Despite being named as one of the persons indicted by the US Department of Justice, Warner says he has not been […]

Real Madrid goalkeeper Iker Casillas says he will welcome the challenge of competing against David de Gea for the club's number one spot, should the Manchester United shot stopper decide to join him in the Spanish capital. The Madrid based media have all but written off Casillas' chances of returning to the Bernabeu next season. But […]

Liverpool have today announced on their official website that defensive duo Kolo Toure and Andre Wisdom have signed contract extensions to their current deals. The 34-year-old Ivory Coast-born Toure started just seven Premier League games this season but is seen as a reliable back-up option in centre defence. Having signed on a free from Manchester […]

Sevilla aim to defend the Europa League title they won last year when they play Dnipro Dnipropetrovsk in Wednesday’s final at the Stadion Narodowy, Warsaw. The Spanish club are overwhelming favorites coming into this match having made light work of the opposition for most of the competition with the toughest test coming against Zenit St. […]

Alexis Sanchez was immensely impressive during his freshman season with Arsenal. The Chile international arrived at the Emirates with plenty of hype, as the north London outfit paid Barcelona around £35 million for his services prior to the 2014/15 campaign. While few disputed the Chilean’s talent, not many Arsenal supporters could imagine just how well […]

In recent weeks I have written about trips to The Hive, Vicarage Road, Griffin Park and Allianz Park to write about experiences that are foreign to me as an American living in England. All of these experiences were extremely memorable and unique and created memories that I will keep with me for a long time. […]

Valencia president Amadeo Salvo has publicly responded to comments made by agent of defender Nicolas Otamendi, saying if the Argentine wants to leave the club he should formally request a transfer. Yesterday, during an interview with Cadena SER, Eugenio Lopez said his client wants to leave Valencia in order to join a top club next […]

Napoli have announced a joint press conference to be held on Thursday with the club's president Aurelio de Laurentiis and coach Rafa Benitez, where it is expected the Serie A side will announce the departure their head coach and his staff after the conclusion of the season. This news will come as no surprise since Benitez […]

Newcastle managing director Lee Charnley will draw up a fresh short-list as he looks to appoint a head coach following an eventful few weeks on Tyneside. The Magpies eventually secured their Barclays Premier League status on Sunday with a 2-0 win over West Ham, their first in 11 attempts at the end of a run […]

Southampton midfielder Morgan Schneiderlin is once again attempting to force a move away from St Mary's Stadium. Last summer, amid a flurry of transfer departures from the club, Southampton refused to allow Schneiderlin to leave despite the midfielder's desire to ply his trade alongside Europe's elite teams. Schneiderlin and club officials held face to face […]

Sevilla winger Aleix Vidal says his side is calm ahead of their potentially historical Europa League final in Warsaw. The Spanish club is set to face Ukrainian side Dnipro Dnipropetrovsk on Wednesday and are attempting to become the first team to win the UEFA Cup/Europa League title for the fourth time. Sevilla are currently tied with Inter Milan, Juventus and […]

Beginning today, World Soccer Talk Radio will broadcast live on Sports Byline in its new time slot of 4-5pm ET. If you miss the live episode, the show will be replayed from 9-10pm ET each weeknight. Plus, episodes are released overnight in podcast form. Hosted by Nate Abaurrea, World Soccer Talk Radio launched in April […]

Hull striker Abel Hernandez has been charged with violent conduct after allegedly punching Manchester United defender Phil Jones during Sunday's 0-0 draw between the sides. The incident, which happened in the 70th minute of the game, was not spotted by the match officials and will now be referred to a three-man panel of former elite […]