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/ 604 days agoClosing on Ronaldo: Messi gets 840th goal on injury comeback
After a two-month absence due to injury, Lionel Messi made a highly anticipated return to the field; he immediately reminded the world why he is still one of the best in the game. Leading Inter Miami to a 3-1 victory over the Philadelphia Union, Messi’s performance was nothing short of magical. His two goals and […]

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/ 605 days agoBig demands: Rabiot rejects yet another Premier League chance
Adrien Rabiot, the French international, finds himself in an unusual position—still without a club after his contract with Juventus expired. The 29-year-old’s high salary demands have stalled negotiations with several interested parties, keeping him in limbo as a free agent. Despite interest from top clubs, Rabiot’s insistence on a lucrative contract package has become a significant barrier […]

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/ 605 days agoSpurs believe Premier League rivals will hijack Eze move
Tottenham Hotspur reportedly had a plan in place to target Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze. The England international was previously expected to move on from the Eagles during the recent summer transfer period. Nevertheless, suitable offers for the star ultimately never came. This lack of real interest in Eze even left Palace chairman Steve Parish […]

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/ 605 days agoWrexham, Birmingham set to meet in much-anticipated match
Birmingham City and Wrexham are set to meet on Monday in what will be League One's marquee matchup of the season. The two teams are somewhat similar behind the scenes but also historically quite polarizing. High-profile North American businessmen entered the fray at both clubs in recent years. Hollywood actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney […]

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/ 605 days agoUEFA warn Italy: Only one Serie A stadium is Euro 2032-ready
As the countdown to Euro 2032 begins, pressure is mounting on Italy to ensure its stadiums are up to standard so it can co-host the tournament alongside Turkey. Although the event is eight years away, time is ticking for Italian cities and clubs that need to renovate or build new facilities. Only three stadiums are considered ready, with […]

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/ 605 days agoChelsea's sale of unwanted stars harmed by coach's comments
Chelsea has undoubtedly received plenty of attention regarding transfers in recent years. After all, the club has spent around $1.4 billion on a plethora of new players since new ownership came aboard in 2022. Not only have the Blues overhauled their roster in just two years, but they bloated it to include over 40 players […]

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/ 605 days agoMadrid aim to rest Mbappe in seven-game run before FIFA break
As Real Madrid navigate a season of high expectations and no room for error, Carlo Ancelotti faces the complex challenge of managing Kylian Mbappe’s game time during a demanding stretch of seven games in 22 days. While Madrid’s season could span up to 72 matches, this period before the October international break is critical; they face La Liga and Champions League fixtures with little […]

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/ 605 days agoMauricio Pochettino’s mission to make the USMNT believe again
The Mauricio Pochettino era of the United States Men’s National Team is officially underway. On Friday, US Soccer presented the former Tottenham and Chelsea manager to the media for his first-ever press conference as the USMNT head coach. Pochettino’s press conference came off the back of the United States Men’s National Team failing to beat […]

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/ 606 days agoFriction erupts between RedBird and Ibrahimovic at Milan
Tensions appear to be mounting between AC Milan's ownership group, RedBird Capital Partners, and former star turned advisor, Zlatan Ibrahimovic. The Swedish legend rejoined the club in a new capacity after his retirement. However, he's at the center of multiple controversies that have raised concerns about his role and influence within the team. The tension between Ibrahimovic […]

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/ 606 days agoChelsea rewards criticized Nicolas Jackson with 9-year contract
Chelsea has officially announced that Nicolas Jackson has signed a new contract extension with the club. The striker previously joined the Blues back in the summer of 2023 from Villarreal for around $41 million. At the time of his arrival, Jackson, like many other recent Chelsea arrivals, penned a long-term deal. In fact, he was […]

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/ 606 days agoCamp Nou to welcome Messi back as potential Finalissima host?
Fans worldwide are eagerly anticipating the upcoming Finalissima, a clash between the champions of Europe and South America. Set to feature Spain, the winners of Euro 2024, and Argentina, the victors of Copa America 2024, this highly anticipated fixture brings together two giants in a battle for global supremacy. However, due to scheduling conflicts and fixture congestion, the […]

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/ 606 days agoChampionship second in attendance worldwide behind Premier League
The EFL Championship has made a significant mark on global soccer, ranking as the second-most attended league in the world during the 2023-24 season. This notable achievement highlights the immense popularity and passionate fanbase that supports soccer across England; from the top-tier Premier League to the lower divisions. A whopping 12.7 million people attended Championship games last […]

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/ 606 days agoMessi rejected Real Madrid to stay at Barca, ex-agent reveals
Lionel Messi could have had a very different career if he had accepted offers from two of Europe’s most prominent clubs: Real Madrid and Arsenal. In a recent interview, Horacio Gaggioli, Messi’s first agent, revealed that both clubs were interested in signing the young Argentine when he was still a teenager. Despite the allure of these opportunities, Messi chose […]

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/ 606 days agoCivil war brews at Newcastle as Howe fires back at club exec
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe has hit back at previous disparaging claims made by the club's sporting director. Paul Mitchell was recently hired to the executive role in July following the departure of Dan Ashworth. The club's former sporting director joined rivals Manchester United in a $4 million deal. Mitchell arrived at the Magpies as the […]

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/ 606 days agoMan City’s 115 charges decision may undermine Premier League
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola faced reporters on Friday during a regularly scheduled press conference. Premier League coaches typically field questions about injury updates and their opponents ahead of games. The Spaniard touched on these subjects as City is set to host Brentford on Saturday. Nevertheless, there was a fairly large elephant in the press […]