Philadelphia Union defender Kai Wagner’s suspension for violating Major League Soccer’s on-field discrimination policy has been lifted just in time for the team’s opening game of the season. Wagner was originally given a three-game suspension in November during last season’s playoffs after being accused of using a racial slur against New England Revolution forward Bobby
Marseille manager Gennaro Gattuso’s tenure has come to an abrupt end after just five months in charge. The Ligue 1 club announced on Tuesday that they had parted ways with the Italian coach. This decision follows a string of underwhelming results that have left Marseille’s European qualification hopes hanging by a thread. In light of
The Bundesliga title race saw Bayer Leverkusen further their lead at the top of the table with a 2-1 win over Heidenheim. Leverkusen, who had remained unbeaten for eight games, continued their impressive form by overcoming the resilient Heidenheim defense. With Amine Adli providing the assist, Jeremie Frimpong found the back of the net to
Real Madrid is reportedly in discussions with Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian Mbappé regarding a potential free transfer this summer. Sources close to the situation have revealed to ESPN that negotiations are progressing positively, and there is growing optimism about reaching an agreement soon. It was previously reported on Feb. 15 that Mbappé had informed PSG
Napoli shocked the football world by firing manager Walter Mazzarri just before their crucial Champions League match against Barcelona. The Italian champions have decided to replace Mazzarri with Slovakia coach Francesco Calzona, who will take over immediately until the end of the season. This sudden change marks Napoli’s third coaching shift this season, reflecting the
Manchester United has reportedly made a formal offer for Newcastle United sporting director, Dan Ashworth. However, sources indicate that the club is hesitant to agree to what they perceive as excessive compensation for his services. United has identified Ashworth as a key target in their efforts to revamp their football operations at Old Trafford, under
When Lionel Messi made the decision to join Inter Miami CF, the team saw a surge in betting activities. The American sports betting industry witnessed a record-breaking betting handle in the MLS from 2022 to 2023. This spike was due to the addition of Messi, as well as his former Barcelona teammates, Jordi Alba and
Recent reports suggest that preliminary plans for the 2024 edition of the U.S. Open Cup have been approved by a subcommittee of the U.S. Soccer Federation board of directors. It seems that the upcoming tournament will undergo significant changes compared to recent editions. According to a source close to the USSF, the tournament in 2024
Mile Svilar delivered an outstanding performance during his second Serie A start of the season. He played a crucial role in Roma’s 3-0 victory over Frosinone, making seven saves and four high ball claims to secure a clean sheet for Daniele De Rossi’s side. Svilar’s impressive display earned him a well-deserved player-of-the-match title. Van Hecke
Carlo Ancelotti, the manager of Real Madrid, has reiterated that the players have not been affected by the ongoing talks surrounding Kylian Mbappé amidst a 1-1 draw against Rayo Vallecano. Despite the draw opening up the LaLiga title race, Ancelotti remains confident in the focus and dedication of his team. Challenging Circumstances Joselu managed to
Manchester United’s narrow 2-1 victory over Luton Town highlighted the team’s ongoing struggle to maintain control and composure throughout matches. Despite taking an early 2-0 lead, United found themselves in a chaotic battle to secure the win, with Luton fighting back to close the gap and put pressure on the visitors. The match served as
Despite Bayern Munich’s recent struggles, manager Thomas Tuchel remains confident in his ability to turn things around. After losing three consecutive competitive games for the first time since May 2015, Tuchel acknowledges the growing pressure on him and his team but maintains his belief in their ability to overcome the challenges they are facing. Following
After sustaining a groin injury during Manchester City’s match against Copenhagen in the UEFA Champions League, Jack Grealish limped off the field. The initial fears were that the injury was severe, but medical tests have shown that it is not as bad as first thought. This news comes as a positive boost for Manchester City,
The Professional Soccer Referees Association (PSRA) recently rejected a proposed new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) put before it by the union’s executive board, after negotiating with the Professional Referees Organization (PRO), the referees’ employer. An overwhelming 95.8% of the union membership voted to reject ratification, highlighting significant issues with the proposed agreement. This decision has