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/ 4183 days agoFOX Sports hires John Strong as commentator
FOX Sports has hired John Strong as a full-time commentator to beef up its soccer coverage in 2015 and beyond. Strong, who has been unanimously heralded by experts as one of the most talented American presenters and commentators on soccer, has been given the position after expert appearances in recent years on NBC Sports and FOX […]

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/ 4183 days agoMo Salah representatives in talks with Chelsea and AS Roma
Various reports from Italy and England are stating that representatives of AS Roma, Chelsea and Blues midfielder Mohamed Salah are in talks over a proposed move to Italy. Manager Jose Mourinho is rumored to be attempting to orchestrate deals which would send Salah to Roma on-loan or permanently, with Andre Schurrle also being dealt to […]

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/ 4183 days agoLionel Messi on fire since being benched against Real Sociedad
Luis Enrique started an enormous storm when he decided to start Lionel Messi on the bench against Real Sociedad during Barcelona's match following the winter break. The manager was already being questioned about his decision-making and tactics during the club's first half. But his decision to bench the club's star player against David Moyes side – and the […]

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/ 4183 days ago‘The Big Three’ era has arrived in MLS – I hope it doesn't last
In the space of a week, Toronto FC have gone from the laughing stock of Major League Soccer to headline makers. The club, which has failed to reach the playoffs in any of their eight seasons, has committed a reported $70 million in wages over the next five years to bring in Jozy Altidore and […]

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/ 4183 days agoReal Madrid preparing to announce Cruzeiro midfielder Lucas Silva
The on-going transfer saga between Real Madrid and Brasileiro league winners Cruzeiro appears to be coming to a conclusion. According to numerous reports from Spain, the two clubs are finalizing an agreement which will see the Brazilian league's defensive midfielder of the year officially join the reigning Club World Cup and European champions next week. The 21-year-old Silva had […]

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/ 4183 days agoTim Cahill scores bicycle kick to put Australia in Asian Cup semi
Striker Tim Cahill scored a spectacular bicycle kick earlier this morning to book Australia a place in the 2015 Asian Cup semi-final. Cahill's superb goal helped Australia go on to a 2-0 victory against China. The New York Red Bulls striker saw a loose ball that had been floated into the box, and then served […]

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/ 4183 days agoHope Solo suspended for 30 days
After recently being cleared of domestic assault charges, USWNT goalkeeper Hope Solo was handed a 30-day suspension from U.S. Soccer last night. The federation would not cite the specifics of the suspension, but the order comes after an incident in which Solo’s husband, Jeremy Stevens, was arrested on DUI charges Monday night in Los Angeles. […]

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/ 4183 days agoReasons why Ghana cannot win the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations
For the first time ever, Ghana lost an African Cup of Nations (AFCON) group match after taking the lead. They suffered a 2-1 defeat to Senegal and things don't seem to be improving anytime soon as they face Algeria next. "It was a difficult match for us. We were playing against experienced and very physical […]

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/ 4183 days agoAndrei Kanchelskis says Manchester United won't win a title in 10 years with Louis van Gaal
In a report published by the Manchester Evening News, former Manchester United winger Andrei Kanchelskis blasted Louis van Gaal and his style of football and even went as far to suggest the Premier League title will not return to Old Trafford as long as the 63-year-old Dutchman is in charge at the club. Kanchelskis was […]

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/ 4184 days agoRaheem Sterling adapting to new role as Liverpool striker
Liverpool forward Raheem Sterling admits he has had to rein in some of his youthful exuberance in order to become a serious striker. The 20-year-old has scored four goals in eight matches since he was given the responsibility of leading the line against Manchester United in mid-December. His equalizer against Chelsea in the 1-1 Capital […]

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/ 4184 days agoDaley Blind pleads with Manchester United fans for patience
Daley Blind has told Manchester United fans they must keep faith with Louis van Gaal. Although United are fourth in the Barclays Premier League, they have not provided their supporters with the thrilling expansive play they became accustomed to under Sir Alex Ferguson. During last Saturday's 2-0 win at QPR, fans started questioning Van Gaal's […]

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/ 4184 days agoReal Madrid announce signing of Martin Odegaard
Real Madrid have officially announced the signing of Norwegian teenager Martin Odegaard. The 16-year-old attacking midfielder is one of the most sought-after talents in the sport and over the past six months had been the VIP guest of numerous European clubs as they attempted to lure the talented Norway international to their team. But Real Madrid […]

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/ 4184 days agoPochettino defends naming Adebayor captain in League Cup
Mauricio Pochettino admitted his Tottenham side labored to victory in their Capital One Cup semi-final first leg against Sheffield United – and defended his decision to name Emmanuel Adebayor as his skipper. A second-half Andros Townsend penalty was all that separated Spurs and their League One visitors, with the tie very much still alive heading […]

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/ 4184 days agoInjury scare for Frank Lampard as Manchester City midfielder substituted off in friendly
Frank Lampard sparked injury fears after playing just the first 20 minutes of Manchester City's friendly victory over Hamburg in Abu Dhabi. The former England midfielder showed no clear signs of injury but was withdrawn at an early stage of the 2-0 win at the Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium in front of only 5,000 spectators. […]

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/ 4184 days agoBarcelona vs Atletico Madrid, Copa del Rey Quarter-Final 1st leg: TV times and open thread
The stage is set for what could be a classic encounter between Barcelona and Atletico Madrid in the first leg of the Copa del Rey quarter-final. This one promises to be a must-see match! Here’s today’s TV schedule for viewers/readers in the United States: Barcelona vs. Atletico de Madrid, 4pm, beIN SPORTS, beIN SPORTS Español, DishWorld Starting lineups: Barcelona: Ter […]