Soccer

Landon Donovan, a U.S. soccer legend, recently stepped into the role of interim coach for the San Diego Wave in the NWSL. Despite his vast experience in the game, Donovan is well aware of the challenges that come with coaching professional women’s players for the first time. He admits that he is facing a steep

In the Premier League season opener between Tottenham Hotspur and Leicester City, it was evident that Tottenham had many opportunities to secure a victory. The first half was dominated by Spurs, but they failed to capitalize on their chances. Pedro Porro’s goal in the 29th minute was the only result of their numerous good opportunities.

Argentina national team has announced their roster for the upcoming CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers, and one notable absence is Lionel Messi. The star player is still recovering from an ankle injury sustained during the Copa America final in July. This has left the team without one of their key players as they prepare to face

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick recently revealed that he had a conversation with midfielder Ilkay Gündogan amidst speculations about his future at the club. Gündogan was absent from the LaLiga opener against Valencia due to a head injury sustained in a previous match against Monaco. Reports suggested that the German international, who joined Barcelona from Manchester

Liverpool’s new coach Arne Slot managed to clinch a 2-0 victory against newly promoted Ipswich Town in the Premier League, thanks to second-half goals from Diogo Jota and Mohamed Salah. Despite a slow start in the first half, Liverpool managed to turn things around after the break and secure the win. Ipswich Town, supported by

Manchester United managed to secure a nervy 1-0 victory over Fulham in their Premier League season opener at Old Trafford. Despite the optimism surrounding the team with new signings and faces in the boardroom, the home team struggled to break down their opponent in the first half. Captain Bruno Fernandes came close to scoring, but

Kylian Mbappé made a stunning debut for Real Madrid in the UEFA Super Cup, scoring his first goal for the club in a 2-0 victory over Atalanta. After the match, Mbappé expressed his confidence by stating that there is „no limit“ to how many goals he and Real Madrid can achieve this season. This bold

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti recently addressed rumors circulating about star player Vinícius Júnior potentially moving to Saudi Arabia. Reports claimed that Vinícius, 24, was considering an offer from the Saudi Pro League, but Ancelotti dismissed these speculations as mere rumors without any factual basis. The coach emphasized that the player is happy at Real

LAFC head coach Steven Cherundolo has announced that Olivier Giroud will finally be available to play for the MLS team in their upcoming Leagues Cup match against the San Jose Earthquakes. Despite signing Giroud on a free transfer in April, he only officially joined the team on August 1 after participating in the European Championship

The highly anticipated move of Samu Omorodion from Atlético Madrid to Chelsea hit a roadblock on Sunday, as sources revealed to ESPN. Despite initial talks between the two clubs, the deal fell through, leaving both parties scrambling to find a resolution. However, amidst the chaos, another potential transfer involving João Félix and Conor Gallagher began

Anson Dorrance, the renowned coach of the North Carolina women’s soccer program, recently announced his retirement after an illustrious career spanning 45 seasons. Dorrance, who has an unmatched record of 21 NCAA championships, has left an indelible mark on college athletics. His decision to step down has sparked conversations about his incredible legacy and the

After winning the Olympic gold medal, members of the U.S. women’s national team are already setting their sights on the next challenge: the 2027 World Cup in Brazil. With a sense of excitement and determination, team captain Lindsey Horan and forward Sophia Smith discussed the potential for future success while standing on the medal stand

The U.S. women’s national team secured Olympic gold by defeating Brazil in a hard-fought 1-0 victory. The game showcased a strong defensive performance in the first half, followed by a calculated surge in the second half to outmaneuver Brazil and its iconic captain, Marta. The USWNT, under the guidance of new coach Emma Hayes, displayed

Barcelona has officially secured the services of versatile forward Dani Olmo from RB Leipzig in a deal reportedly worth around €55 million. This signing marks the first major move for the Catalan club in the ongoing summer transfer window. The six-year contract signed by Olmo will keep him at Barcelona until June 2030, with a

Inter Miami CF’s head coach Gerardo Martino recently praised Jordi Alba for his exceptional performance in a 4-3 victory over Toronto FC in the Leagues Cup round of 32. With Alba providing all four assists for Miami’s goals, Martino labeled him as a „number 10 who plays at left-back.“ This highlights Alba’s versatility and playmaking

On Thursday, the football world bid farewell to a legend as Pepe announced his retirement at the age of 41. His last game for Portugal was at Euro 2024, where they were unfortunately defeated by France in the quarterfinals. Pepe made a total of 141 appearances for Portugal, establishing himself as a key figure in

As the U.S. women’s national team gears up for the Olympic gold medal match against Brazil, the players are acutely aware of the immense pressure that comes with representing a team with a history of winning. With a track record that includes four Olympic gold medals and four Women’s World Cup titles, the expectations are

Inter Miami head coach Gerardo „Tata“ Martino has confirmed that Lionel Messi will not be featuring in the team’s upcoming Leagues Cup round-of-32 clash against Toronto FC. This decision comes as Messi has yet to train with the team since his return from Copa América, citing an ankle injury as the reason for his absence.

Marcelo Gallardo, the esteemed coach who guided River Plate to 14 titles in his previous stint, including two Copa Libertadores victories, has returned to the South American giants with a clear objective in mind. In a press conference held at River’s Monumental stadium, Gallardo expressed his desire to once again conquer the coveted Copa Libertadores

After securing a lucrative deal with tech company Snapdragon as their new front of shirt sponsor, Manchester United is now considering the possibility of selling naming rights to their new stadium. Snapdragon has expressed interest in potentially attaching their brand to the iconic Old Trafford, leading to the creation of a new identity for the

The United States women’s national team is gearing up for their semifinal match against Germany with the return of key players to the lineup. Sam Coffey, the deep-lying midfielder crucial to the American defense, will be back after missing the quarterfinal due to a yellow card suspension. Additionally, Tierna Davidson, a starting center-back, is nearing

Manchester United’s manager, Erik ten Hag, has hinted at the possibility of utilizing Jadon Sancho as a central striker for the team due to the absence of Rasmus Hojlund. With Hojlund out for six weeks due to a hamstring injury, there is a gap in the squad that needs to be filled. In recent matches,

Trinity Rodman’s extraordinary extra-time goal against Japan in the Olympic semifinals left fans and teammates in awe. The young forward admitted that the moment she received Crystal Dunn’s pass and scored was a blur to her, stating that she „blacked out“ during the sequence. Despite her hazy memory of the goal, Rodman expressed immense joy

Argentina is set to face a hostile environment when they face hosts France in the quarterfinals of the men’s Olympic soccer tournament. This hostile atmosphere stems from a video that emerged showing Argentina players singing an offensive song about French players with African heritage. The same discriminatory chants were heard by some Argentinian fans prior

The recently concluded Conmebol’s 2024 Copa América tournament saw Lionel Messi, the Argentina captain, being named in the team of the tournament. Despite scoring only one goal and providing one assist in five appearances, Messi’s impact on the field was undeniable. He was instrumental in guiding Argentina to victory, ultimately being included in the best

Manchester United is currently facing a significant injury crisis following their friendly match against Real Betis. Marcus Rashford, who scored a first-half penalty, was forced off the field in the second half after sustaining a heavy knock to his right ankle. This injury comes at a time when United is already missing key players like

After leaving Liverpool at the end of last season, Jürgen Klopp has made it clear that he is ruling himself out of the running for the vacant positions as coach of the United States and England men’s teams. Despite being strongly linked with the USMNT job and emerging as a potential successor to Gareth Southgate

Manchester City coach Pep Guardiola is currently facing a situation with one of his star players, Julián Álvarez, who has expressed his desire to play in more „important games.“ This discontent stems from Álvarez feeling that he did not receive enough playing time during key matches last season. The 24-year-old Argentine striker’s comments have raised