The landscape of American soccer has been evolving over the years, with domestic leagues playing a crucial role in the development of players for the U.S. Men’s National Team. The recent game on March 24, 2023, where the U.S. first division was not represented on the game-day roster, marked a significant moment in the history
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Thierry Henry’s dream of seeing Como in Serie A became a reality as the Italian second-tier club secured promotion on Friday. The team, led by Henry’s former Arsenal teammate Cesc Fabregas, managed to clinch second place in Serie B after a nail-biting draw with Cosenza. This achievement marked the end of Como’s 21-year absence from
AC Milan has announced that their players will be wearing their mothers’ surnames on the back of their jerseys during the upcoming Serie A fixture against Cagliari. This initiative is in response to a recent Italian law that grants both parents the right to choose their children’s surnames as a part of their personal identity.
Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique expressed his pride in having had Kylian Mbappé as part of his team and respected the French striker’s decision to leave after seven years with the club. Mbappé, whose contract is set to expire this season, confirmed his departure in a video announcement, bringing Real Madrid one step closer to
The first leg of the Champions League semifinals witnessed Borussia Dortmund securing a memorable victory over Paris Saint-Germain, with Niclas Füllkrug emerging as a key figure for the German side. Despite being 31 years old and participating in his first Champions League campaign, Füllkrug showcased his prowess by scoring crucial goals against PSG and Atlético
The latest Champions League semifinal between Real Madrid and Bayern Munich was marred by controversy, stemming from a crucial VAR decision that ultimately decided the outcome of the tie. In the dying moments of the second leg, Bayern Munich were desperately seeking an equalizer to keep their hopes alive, only to be denied by a
Vinícius Júnior, the rising star of Real Madrid, has set his sights on helping his team lift the Champions League trophy rather than solely focusing on individual accolades such as the Ballon d’Or. Following his stellar performance in Madrid’s recent Champions League semifinal victory over Bayern Munich, where he was named player of the match,
Chelsea owner Todd Boehly recently expressed his support for manager Mauricio Pochettino amidst speculation surrounding the coach’s future. He commended the team’s recent upturn in form and the display of “beautiful football.” This acknowledgment comes after Chelsea secured a 2-0 victory over Tottenham and a resounding 5-0 win against West Ham, positioning them well for
Bayern Munich, one of the most successful clubs in German football history, finds itself in a precarious position after their recent defeat to Real Madrid in the Champions League semifinal. With the Bundesliga title already out of reach, the club is now faced with the challenge of rebuilding and regrouping for the upcoming season. The
The recent opening of the auction for the napkin that famously launched Lionel Messi’s Barcelona career has sparked a frenzy among football fans and collectors. With a guide price of £300,000-£500,000 ($374,700-$624,500), the bidding for this unique piece of memorabilia currently stands at £220,000. The auction, facilitated by the British auction house Bonhams, is set
The upcoming 2024 Champions League final will see 14-time winners Real Madrid take on 1997 champions Borussia Dortmund at Wembley on June 1. Madrid enters the final as overwhelming favorites, having recently clinched their 36th LaLiga title. On the other hand, Dortmund sits in fifth position in the Bundesliga, significantly behind unbeaten champions Bayer Leverkusen.
After the incident involving Athletic Club player Nico Williams experiencing racist abuse during a league game against Atlético Madrid, the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) imposed a two-game partial stadium ban on Atlético along with a €20,000 fine. However, Atlético Madrid has successfully appealed against this decision, leading to the ban and the fine being overturned.
Barcelona defender Pau Cubarsí has recently signed a new contract with the club, extending his stay until 2027. The club announced that his release clause has now increased to a staggering €500 million ($536m). This significant rise in his release clause is a clear indication of the club’s commitment to securing his future and discouraging
The Philadelphia Union made history by signing 14-year-old Cavan Sullivan to the largest homegrown contract in Major League Soccer. The agreement includes a transfer to English Premier League giants Manchester City after he turns 18. Sullivan cited the influence of his older brother, Quinn, who has been a first-team player for the Union since 2021,