The ongoing labor dispute between the Professional Referee Organization (PRO) and the Professional Soccer Referees Association (PSRA) representing MLS referees shows no signs of resolution. PRO has extended its lockout of union referees for a second round of matches this weekend, indicating that the impasse over a new collective bargaining agreement is far from over.
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Manchester United’s forward Marcus Rashford has faced criticism regarding his commitment to the club after being dropped for disciplinary reasons by manager Erik ten Hag. The 26-year-old missed a recent FA Cup match, sparking rumors about his behavior off the pitch. However, Rashford has responded to these critics, defending his dedication to Manchester United and
Eric Dier’s loan transfer from Tottenham Hotspur to Bayern Munich has been made permanent according to reports from The Athletic. The 30-year-old defender has impressed Bayern during his loan spell, triggering the clause in his contract that allows him to stay with the Bundesliga champions until 2025. This move comes after Dier struggled for game
The financial landscape of European club football is constantly evolving and changing, with revenue streams shifting and growing. UEFA’s annual report for 2023 provides a comprehensive look at the top-earning clubs in terms of replica kit sales. This report combines each club’s kit manufacturer sponsorship revenues with their total merchandising revenues, giving us an insight
Barcelona’s financial woes have been exacerbated by the recent reduction in their spending limit by LaLiga. Their annual budget has been slashed by €66 million, leaving them with a significantly lower budget than before. With the club’s squad costs exceeding the imposed limit by over €100 million, Barcelona faces a daunting task of managing their
Carlo Ancelotti recently spoke out about the racial abuse suffered by Vinícius Júnior during a match against Valencia last season. The incident took place on May 21, and despite Valencia taking action against the perpetrators by identifying and banning three fans for life, the impact of the abuse is still being felt. Ancelotti commended Valencia
Declan Rice’s rapid evolution at Arsenal has caught the attention of many, as the 25-year-old midfielder continues to impress since his move from West Ham United in a record-breaking deal. While some may be surprised by his success, Rice himself remains confident in his abilities. He believes that his strong performances at West Ham gave
A UEFA delegation is set to visit Belfast on Wednesday to address concerns over the funding row that has cast doubt on the reconstruction of Casement Park. This venue is scheduled to host five games at Euro 2028, with Great Britain and Ireland having been awarded the rights to host the tournament. The fixtures are
In a surprising turn of events, Fulham managed to secure a 2-1 victory against Manchester United at Old Trafford. Nigerian duo Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey played pivotal roles in Fulham’s triumph, with Iwobi scoring the late winner in the 97th minute. Bassey also made a significant contribution by scoring Fulham’s first goal of the
The Saudi Pro League (SPL) teams are not holding back when it comes to their recruitment strategy for the upcoming summer transfer window. According to sources, some of the biggest names in the Premier League are on their radar. The likes of Kevin De Bruyne, Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk, and Alisson are being targeted
Former Manchester United defender John O’Shea has been appointed as the head coach of the Republic of Ireland national team. This announcement comes after his distinguished playing career, during which he made 118 appearances for Ireland over 17 years. John O’Shea will be taking charge of the upcoming friendlies against Belgium and Switzerland in March.
The common belief in the world of sports is that star power drives commercial success. Whether it’s the superstar trio of Neymar, Kylian Mbappé, and Lionel Messi at Paris Saint-Germain or the hype surrounding Messi’s move to Major League Soccer, the emphasis is always on the big names. However, this notion that stars are the
Bayern Munich recently made headlines with their appointment of Max Eberl as the new sporting director. This move comes after Eberl was let go from his previous position as RB Leipzig’s managing director for sport. Eberl, a former Bayern player, has signed a contract with the club until June 2027 and is set to take
Recently, a court has dismissed a legal challenge brought forth by Real Madrid and Athletic Club regarding LaLiga’s deal with CVC, which involved a significant investment into the league. The project, known as “Boost LaLiga,” saw LaLiga and its clubs receiving a substantial amount of money in exchange for a share of future broadcasting and