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Italy’s unexpected demise at Euro 2024 shocked and disappointed fans and critics alike. The defending champions were not only defeated by Switzerland in the round-of-16 but were also unimpressive throughout the tournament. The blame for this underperformance can be attributed to various factors, with a significant portion falling on the shoulders of the head coach,

Brazilian forward Vinícius Júnior left fans in awe with his impressive performance at the Copa América match against Paraguay. After a lackluster start in the first game against Costa Rica, where he failed to make an impact, Vinícius bounced back in style. His two goals in the match against Paraguay showcased his talent and determination

Argentina will be missing two key figures, forward Lionel Messi and manager Lionel Scaloni, for their final group stage match against Peru in the 2024 Copa América. Messi, who had been struggling with a right hamstring issue, made the decision to play through the pain during the previous match against Chile. Despite not being at

Following the U.S. national team’s 2-1 defeat to Panama in the Copa América, Tim Weah and other players were subjected to racist abuse on social media. The U.S. Soccer Federation was quick to denounce the hate speech, stating that they were „deeply disturbed“ by the racist comments directed at their players. Tim Weah’s Red Card

The United States men’s national team faced a devastating 2-1 defeat against Panama at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, putting their chances of advancing in the Copa América in serious jeopardy. The game took a turn for the worse early on when Tim Weah received a red card in the 18th minute, changing the dynamics of the match

The U.S. men’s national team entered the 2024 Copa América tournament with high hopes of showcasing growth and maturity following their solid performance at the 2022 World Cup. However, their dreams were shattered as they suffered a 2-1 defeat to Panama, jeopardizing their chances of advancing to the knockout rounds. The U.S. now faces a

In a shocking turn of events during the Copa América group-stage match between the United States and Panama, Tim Weah was sent off in the 18th minute for striking Panama defender Roderick Miller in the back of the head. This off-ball incident led to Weah initially receiving a yellow card, which was later upgraded to

Venezuela goalkeeper Rafael Romo expressed his disappointment with how Mexican media had underestimated his team after their 1-0 win over Mexico in the Copa America. Despite being the underdogs, Venezuela managed to secure a victory with Romo saving a crucial penalty in the 87th minute. This win ensured Venezuela’s spot in the quarterfinals of the

Following Portugal’s 2-0 defeat to Georgia at the European Championship, Cristiano Ronaldo narrowly escaped a serious incident involving an overzealous fan. The fan jumped from the crowd in an attempt to get close to the star player as he was leaving the field at the Veltins Arena in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. Fortunately, a steward intervened just

The article highlights the Valencia goalkeeper as the best in his position during the group stage of Euro 2024. While it is commendable that he made some amazing saves, particularly against Czechia, it is important to consider the level of competition he faced. It is necessary to evaluate if his performance was truly the standout

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, the hero of Georgia’s stunning 2-0 victory over Portugal in Euro 2024, revealed that a pre-match meeting with Cristiano Ronaldo played a crucial role in inspiring belief within the team. Kvaratskhelia, who scored the opening goal just 92 seconds into the game, expressed how receiving Ronaldo’s jersey and making it to the next

Major League Soccer has announced its plans to make significant adjustments to its schedule during the 2026 season in order to accommodate the World Cup. This decision comes in light of the need to avoid incomplete rosters and maintain the integrity of the competition. Brad Pursel, the senior vice president of MLS game schedule management,

Argentina has a storied history in international football, but recent years have been marked by heartbreak and disappointment, particularly for Lionel Messi. The weight of the country’s hopes rested on Messi’s shoulders in the 2015 and 2016 Copa América finals, but despite his individual brilliance, Argentina suffered bitter losses to Chile. The comparisons to Diego

In a thrilling match at MetLife Stadium, Argentina secured a 1-0 victory over Chile, thanks to a late goal from substitute Lautaro Martínez. The reigning champions put on an impressive display throughout the game, dominating possession and creating numerous scoring opportunities. Despite struggling to convert their chances in the first half, Argentina maintained their composure

France coach Didier Deschamps brought attention to the difficulties Kylian Mbappé encountered while playing with a mask to protect his injured nose during the 1-1 draw against Poland in the European Championship. Mbappé, who had scored a penalty in the second half marking his return after sustaining the injury in a previous game against Austria,

In a thrilling start to their Copa América Group D campaign, Colombia secured a 2-1 victory over Paraguay with James Rodríguez playing a crucial role in both goals. The 2001 champions extended their unbeaten run to an impressive 24 matches, showcasing their dominance in the tournament. The first half of the match saw Daniel Muñoz

Germany managed to secure a 1-1 draw against Switzerland in a hard-fought match that felt like a „victory“ according to goalkeeper Manuel Neuer. The impact of the host team’s substitutes was particularly commendable, with Niclas Füllkrug and David Raum making significant contributions to help Germany maintain their seven-match unbeaten run dating back to November. The

The United States men’s national soccer team coach, Gregg Berhalter, recently praised the leadership skills demonstrated by captain Christian Pulisic during a match against Bolivia that marked the beginning of their 2024 Copa América campaign. Berhalter emphasized Pulisic’s selfless approach to leadership, highlighting his competitive spirit and exceptional work ethic that greatly benefit the team.

The United States men’s national team kicked off their 2024 Copa America campaign with a convincing 2-0 win over Bolivia at AT&T Stadium. Despite generating only 0.38 expected goals in the first half, the USMNT managed to score two goals before halftime. Christian Pulisic was the standout player of the match, opening the scoring in

Mexico captain Edson Álvarez suffered an injury during his team’s Copa América match against Jamaica, forcing him to leave the field in the first half. The West Ham midfielder felt a sudden pain in his left hamstring while sprinting back during a counter-attack from Jamaica. Álvarez had to be helped off the field, signaling potentially

United States men’s national team head coach Gregg Berhalter assured that all 26 players are ready for Sunday’s Copa América opener against Bolivia. Concerns were raised about the fitness levels of midfielder Tyler Adams and forward Josh Sargent, but Berhalter confirmed that both players will be available to play some role in the match. Sargent

Cristiano Ronaldo, the ever-popular selfie king, found himself under scrutiny at Euro 2024 not for his footballing prowess, but for the distraction posed by his admirers. During the match against Turkey, Ronaldo was besieged by fans seeking selfies, highlighting a shift in focus from his on-field contributions. This incident raises questions about Ronaldo’s current role

In a surprising turn of events, European Championship debutants Georgia managed to hold Czechia to a 1-1 draw in a thrilling encounter at Hamburg’s Voklsparkstadion. The match saw both teams fighting hard for a much-needed victory to progress to the knockout stages of the tournament. Georgia took a shock lead through a penalty converted by

The Netherlands coach, Ronald Koeman, expressed his dissatisfaction with the referee’s decision to rule out a goal for his team during their match against France. Despite the goal being disallowed due to an offside call on Denzel Dumfries, Koeman strongly disagreed with the decision and argued that the goal should have stood. He believed that

The use of VAR (Video Assistant Referee) in football matches has been a topic of intense debate and scrutiny. The recent Euro 2024 tournament saw several crucial decisions being made through VAR, with each decision coming under intense scrutiny. One such incident occurred during the match between Netherlands and France, where a goal was disallowed

After a convincing 1-0 victory against Italy, Spain’s coach Luis de la Fuente expressed his confidence in his team’s performance. Despite the narrow scoreline, De la Fuente believed that Spain was superior both physically and tactically, showcasing the talent of the Spanish players. With 21 shots on goal compared to Italy’s three, Spain dominated the

The Argentina national team expressed extreme dissatisfaction with the state of the pitch at Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium during the inaugural match of the 2024 Copa América. Goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez went as far as calling the newly installed grass surface a „disaster,“ highlighting its bumpy nature as a significant issue. Manager Lionel Scaloni echoed Martínez’s sentiments,

Argentina showed their prowess in the 2024 Copa América opener against Canada, securing a 2-0 victory at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. The reigning champions displayed a strong performance from the start, keeping the Canadian team on their toes with relentless attacks. Despite Canada’s efforts to push back, Argentina’s relentless energy and strategic gameplay ultimately