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NBCSN to Debut Weekly Men In Blazers TV Show Starting Late August

NBCSN will debut a weekly TV show from the Men In Blazers every Monday night beginning in late August, according to The Wall Street Journal. The English duo of Michael Davies and Roger Bennett will be moving from ESPN to NBC after their successful World Cup show won over a large number of mainstream soccer […]

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Louis Van Gaal Wields The Axe On Five Manchester United Players, Says Report

Prior to the final of the International Champions Cup last week, Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal informed the media that he would decide the futures of certain United players after the conclusion of the club's US tour. "I shall make judgments after this tour,” Van Gaal said. “I let all the players play and […]

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Topps releases limited-edition cards of NBC's Premier League announcing team [PHOTOS]

NBC Sports has teamed up with Topps to create several custom trading cards featuring Ted Lasso, Rebecca Lowe, Arlo White, Robbie Earle, Kyle Martino and Robbie Mustoe. The limited edition cards will be available in pubs in select markets across the United States where soccer fans will receive "Season Starter Kits" including Topps cards for […]

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Your Best Fantasy Soccer Starting XI For the 2014/15 Season

The new soccer season in most European countries is just around the corner, and thus so is the fantasy league for Europe. Using a budget of 100 million on Euro Fantasy League, here is my fantasy Starting XI that I recommend you consider. Goalkeeper: Salvatore Sirigu Defenders: Flilipe Luiz or Cesar Azpilicueta, Rami, Barzagli, Pablo […]

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Juventus Fever Grips Sydney, But A-League All Stars Push Bianconeri Close

Sport is part of the fabric of Sydney, Australia, something that’s perhaps best illustrated by the multi-purpose ANZ Stadium—where five different sports are played—that was bristling with excitement as Juventus tackled the A-League All Stars this weekend. Indeed, even in the days that preceded Juve’s friendly game with the Australian top flight’s finest, the streets […]
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Club America Striker Raul Jimenez Close To Atletico Madrid Switch

Reports have surfaced in Spain linking Club America striker Raul Jimenez with a move to Atletico Madrid. Atletico's manager Diego Simeone is intent on improving his side's scoring options before the summer transfer window closes and the club have reportedly tabled a bid for the Mexican goal scorer, who is now considering his options. Jimenez […]

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Ian Holloway Chides Millwall Supporters Over 'Obscene' Chants

Following Saturday's 2-0 opening day victory over Leeds United, Millwall FC manager Ian Holloway stated he was "bursting with pride" in regards to his team's performance. But he went on to say that the actions from a group of his own supporters during the match were "obscene". Holloway was referencing chants that goaded Leeds supporters about […]

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Challenges in Serie A Epitomized By Lack of Spending in Transfer Window

The Serie A transfer market has been pretty disappointing so far this summer. Italy used to attract the best players in the world, but due to the lack of cash in the league among many teams, it's turning into a sad summer transfer window. This year, the only top player coming from abroad has been […]

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Top 5 Premier League Loan Signings, 2014-15 (So Far)

It’s that time of the year when loan deals are fashionable in the Premier League, particularly after the way that Everton exploited the market last summer and turned it into a successful strategy. While the transfer window isn't over yet for a few more weeks, here's the top 5 Premier League loan signings of 2014-15, […]

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Roy Keane Could Be 'The Grim Reaper' Standing Beside Paul Lambert

Paul Lambert is one of the more respected managers in English football. The 45-year-old Aston Villa boss stepped into his position with the Birmingham club two seasons ago and has safely navigated his squad from the trap door of Premier League relegation during both seasons. Prior to his two years working at Aston Villa, Lambert […]

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Arsenal vs Manchester City, FA Community Shield: Starting Lineups, TV Times and Open Thread

The traditional start of the 2014/15 top flight English football season kicks off today with the winners of the 2013/14 Premier League (Manchester City) playing the winners of the 2013/14 FA Cup (Arsenal) to determine who will be crowned winners of the annual FA Community Shield. The game today gives Arsenal another chance to win […]
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Samir Nasri Tells All Regarding Manchester City's Title Rivals, Arsenal And Fan Abuse

Prior to today's FA Community Shield, Manchester City midfielder Samir Nasri has given an interview where he shared his thoughts on Premier League title rivals, Arsenal and fan abuse. Let this be said about the player, he isn't shy of giving an honest opinion. Which is refreshing. When Nasri was asked about the title chances […]

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Paul Pogba 'Uncertain' Of Arturo Vidal's Future At Juventus

Speaking ahead of his club's exhibition match against FOXTEL A-League All Star Team in Sydney, Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba confessed that he and his teammates are concerned about the future of Arturo Vidal with the club. According to a report from The Sydney Morning Herald today, the Italian champions went through a complete team session at […]

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Research Shows That Soccer Fans Are More Likely to Be Liberals

During the frenzy of the World Cup, it was difficult to stay on top of all of the headlines, so one of the reports that you and I may have missed was in The Wall Street Journal newspaper where research shows that most soccer fans are liberal. The poll showed that amongst those who consider themselves ‘liberal,’ […]

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New Features in FIFA 15 Enhance Gaming Experience [VIDEO]

EA Sports has been producing the best interactive soccer game for years now. FIFA, the game — not the soccer governing body, is a massive hit with soccer fans and gamers around the world, allowing you to interact with people around the globe for a game of soccer on your favorite console. EA Sports has […]