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Da’vian Kimbrough, 13, wants to be more than a USL record

In the moment, the goal appeared mostly inconsequential. Luther Archimede’s 79th-minute header put the Sacramento Republic up 2-0 over the Las Vegas Lights, but while it helped secure three points amid the club’s USL Championship playoff push, it wasn’t exactly the type of moment that gets remembered. At least not by many people. For 13-year-old Da’vian Kimbrough, however, Archimede’s goal will probably stay will him forever. Less than two months…

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October 18, 2023

How 18-year-old Jaedyn Shaw became the NWSL, USWNT’s next big thing

SAN DIEGO — Before making waves in the NWSL with the San Diego Wave and earning a call-up with the U.S. women’s national team, up-and-coming attacker Jaedyn Shaw first needed a reliable stream of family support. “I owe everything to my parents for the sacrifices that they made for me,” the 18-year-old Texas native told ESPN. “I know that we didn’t always have a lot to work with, and they…

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October 18, 2023

European women’s review: Mead boosts Arsenal; Putellas breaks record

Amid an international break for the men, there was plenty of domestic action in women’s soccer this weekend. These are the key talking points from the Women’s Super League (WSL), along with some highlights from Europe. – Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga, more (U.S.) Arsenal’s 2-1 win over Aston Villa on Sunday was arguably the game of the weekend as the return of England star Beth Mead, from an ACL…

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October 17, 2023

Rodrygo: Neymar remains Brazil’s star man

Real Madrid forward Rodrygo has defended his international teammate Neymar maintaining the Al Hilal star is still Brazil’s “main player.” Neymar was hit by a bag of popcorn thrown from the stands by supporters after Thursday’s 1-1 home draw with Venezuela, an incident that Brazil coach Fernando Diniz condemned. – Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga, more (U.S.) Brazil fans were frustrated with the result and Neymar — the country’s talisman…

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October 17, 2023

Source: Ten Hag in Ratcliffe’s plans at Man Utd

Erik ten Hag will receive reassurances he is part of Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s plans for Manchester United if the the British billionaire reaches a deal to run the sporting side of the club, a source has told ESPN. Ratcliffe, the founder of chemicals company INEOS, is hopeful of obtaining a 25% stake in exchange for investment worth around £1.3 billion ($1.58bn). – Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga, more (U.S.) He’s…

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October 17, 2023

Source: Ratcliffe set to buy 25% stake in Man Utd

British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe is close to acquiring a significant stake in Manchester United which would see his INEOS team have “sporting influence” at Old Trafford, sources have told ESPN. A source with knowledge of the process has told ESPN that Ratcliffe was “more savvy in his deal execution” than rival bidder Sheikh Jassim, a Qatari billionaire who withdrew his interest in buying United on Saturday after failing to…

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October 16, 2023

Henderson committed to England despite boos

England midfielder Jordan Henderson has reaffirmed his dedication to playing for his country after captaining the side in a 1-0 friendly win over Australia on Friday despite his disappointment at being booed by home fans when substituted. Henderson was named skipper with Harry Kane rested and the 33-year-old, who has joined Saudi Arabian club Al-Ettifaq, played for 62 minutes before being taken off at Wembley. – Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga,…

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October 16, 2023

Uruguay have a chance to shock Brazil, but will Bielsa’s tactics prove too accommodating?

It was a big moment when Uruguay’s Darwin Núñez stepped up to take a penalty in the closing stages of Thursday’s World Cup qualifier away to Colombia. Uruguay were losing 2-1 — the same scoreline by which they went down in the previous round, away to Ecuador, meaning they were in danger of a second consecutive defeat. And as the clock ticked down on the third match of the campaign,…

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October 16, 2023

Mbappe shows he’s a true captain and can lead France to Euro 2024 glory

Six games, six wins, 13 goals scored, one conceded. France became one of the first teams to qualify for Euro 2024, along with Belgium and Portugal, on Friday night with two games left, and Kylian Mbappé is showing he’s made to be captain. It was another controlled and efficient performance from Didier Deschamps’ France as they won 2-1 against Netherlands in Amsterdam. The Dutch were missing Frenkie de Jong and…

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October 15, 2023

Poland fans fly home with team after flight delays

Poland invited some of their fans who had made the trip for the team’s 2-0 Euro 2024 qualifier victory over Faroe Islands to fly home with the team after bad weather delayed flights out of the country. Among the supporters was Andrzej Bobowski, known as “the king of Polish fans,” who has attended the last 12 World Cup tournaments but could easily have been stranded and missed Poland’s game with…

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October 15, 2023

Prem chief: Don’t need to take matches overseasAugust 14, 2025
The Premier League’s need to take matches overseas to boost its global appeal has “dissipated” since the idea of a 39th match round abroad was first floated in 2008, top-flight chief executive Richard Masters has said. Spain’s LaLiga and the Italian Serie A are taking steps to stage a domestic match each in the United… Read more: Prem chief: Don’t need to take matches overseas
Predicting 2025-26, from Premier League title race to most entertaining teamsAugust 14, 2025
The 2025-26 European soccer season is here! After a busy summer of drama and excitement, including Chelsea knocking off Paris Saint-Germain in the FIFA Club World Cup final, we are back with a new club season across the continent. In the Premier League, the action kicks off with Liverpool vs. Bournemouth on Friday. LaLiga and… Read more: Predicting 2025-26, from Premier League title race to most entertaining teams
Ranking the 30 best men’s soccer club managers in EuropeAugust 13, 2025
Plenty of elite managers have been moving around of late or taking a break, but who are the best in the men’s game in Europe? This list ranks the top 30, covering legends approaching the latter stages of their careers, rising stars just breaking through and everyone in between. How did you go about compiling… Read more: Ranking the 30 best men’s soccer club managers in Europe
Filopoulos latest exec to exit Football AustraliaAugust 13, 2025
Peter Filopoulos is the latest in a string of senior executives to leave Football Australia since the departure of former CEO James Johnson, with the federation also signalling an intent to “refresh” its technical leadership in the wake of Ernie Merick’s departure from the now redundant chief football officer role. First joining Football Australia as… Read more: Filopoulos latest exec to exit Football Australia
Slot: No ill will behind Jota tribute disruptionAugust 12, 2025
Liverpool head coach Arne Slot played down the interruption of the minute’s silence in memory of Diogo Jota by Crystal Palace fans ahead of the Community Shield at Wembley. Tributes were paid to former Liverpool forward Diogo Jota, who died in a car crash with his brother André Silva last month and were honoured with… Read more: Slot: No ill will behind Jota tribute disruption
Barcelona LaLiga game in Miami moves step closerAugust 12, 2025
The Spanish football federation (RFEF) has given its approval to a request from LaLiga clubs Barcelona and Villarreal to play a league match in Miami this season. ESPN reported on Sunday that RFEF executives were set to discuss the issue in a board meeting on Monday, in the first step in a process which would… Read more: Barcelona LaLiga game in Miami moves step closer
Transfer rumors, news: Calvert-Lewin fires agent to push for Man United dealAugust 11, 2025
Napoli have joined Everton in the race for Jack Grealish, while Dominic Calvert-Lewin is doing all he can to sign for Manchester United. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors and gossip from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done deals | Men’s grades | Women’s grades – Sources: Chelsea in talks for Man… Read more: Transfer rumors, news: Calvert-Lewin fires agent to push for Man United deal
Real Madrid go retro for superb new third kit from AdidasAugust 10, 2025
Real Madrid have unveiled their gorgeous new third kit for the 2025-26 season which forms part of Adidas’ achingly smart new retro range. The German sportswear brand have decided to mark their 75th anniversary by releasing a slew of strips that are fresh and clean as they are rooted in nostalgia. From Bayern Munich to… Read more: Real Madrid go retro for superb new third kit from Adidas
Transfer rumors, news: Newcastle tell Isak he can’t leave to join LiverpoolAugust 10, 2025
Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak has been told he cannot leave the club for Liverpool this summer, while Anfield is now the most likely destination for Crystal Palace defender Marc Guéhi. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors and gossip from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done deals | Men’s grades | Women’s… Read more: Transfer rumors, news: Newcastle tell Isak he can’t leave to join Liverpool
Wrexham boss ready for return to ‘great league’August 9, 2025
Wrexham boss Phil Parkinson is ready to embrace the grind of the Championship when his side return to the second-tier for the first time in 43 years on Saturday. Three consecutive promotions have taken Wrexham from the National League to an opening day fixture away at Southampton — a side relegated from the Premier League… Read more: Wrexham boss ready for return to ‘great league’