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,
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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
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.
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
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
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
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,
The English Premier League has recently made a groundbreaking announcement alongside Fanatics, revealing that Fanatics Collectibles will be the exclusive provider of EPL trading cards, trading card games, and stickers starting in June 2025. This multi-year partnership marks a significant shift in the collectibles market, bringing a fresh perspective to the world of sports memorabilia.
Despite PSG’s Champions League semifinal exit at the hands of Borussia Dortmund, sources have confirmed that Luis Enrique will remain as the manager for the next season. This decision comes as a surprise to many, as PSG has a history of sacking managers who fail to deliver in the Champions League. However, the club’s management
Manchester United is reportedly interested in securing the services of Fulham defender Tosin Adarabioyo this summer. The 26-year-old is currently on the verge of becoming a free agent as his contract at Craven Cottage is set to expire at the end of the season. Adarabioyo has been a key player for Fulham this season, making
Celebrating the world’s most popular sport, May 25 is now officially recognized as World Football Day by the United Nations General Assembly. This special day commemorates the 100th anniversary of the first international football tournament that took place on May 25, 1924, during the summer Olympic Games in Paris. With representation from all regions, this
The Soccer Tournament, a 7-on-7, $1 million winner-take-all event, has announced the matchups for its upcoming competition. One of the most anticipated matchups will be between Burnley co-owner and NFL legend J.J. Watt’s Burnley squad and former NFL punter and ESPN personality Pat McAfee’s Concafa SC team. This showdown is set to take place in
After a four-year stint at Chelsea, Thiago Silva has confirmed his departure from the club. The 39-year-old defender joined Chelsea on a free transfer in August 2020 and has since made 151 appearances for the team. During his time at Chelsea, Silva achieved great success, winning the Champions League, the FIFA Club World Cup, and
Diego Maradona’s iconic Golden Ball trophy, which he received for being named the best player at the 1986 World Cup, is set to be auctioned off in France on June 6. This highly coveted trophy is a significant piece of football history, as it represents Maradona’s outstanding performance during the tournament in Mexico. Unique Opportunity