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Manchester City launch new third kit at New York block party

With the return of the Premier League on Aug. 16 edging ever closer, defending champions Manchester City have released their new third kit for the 2024-25 campaign. The strip was launched as City embark on a whistle-stop preseason tour of the United States, with fans afforded their first glimpse of the fresh design at a special block party event organised by the club in New York. The area on 49th…

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July 27, 2024

‘Unbelievable’ Barça bigger than I thought- Flick

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick has said the club is even bigger than he imagined after he was officially presented on Thursday, almost two months after his appointment was confirmed. Flick, 59, replaced Xavi Hernández at the end of May and takes over a Barça side which failed to win a trophy last season. Despite that, he is excited by what he has seen since taking over and insists he is…

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July 26, 2024

Barcelona’s summer needs: Will Flick & Co. sign Nico Williams? Which players might leave?

As Barcelona prepare to head to the United States this week for a preseason tour that will see them play Manchester City, Real Madrid and AC Milan, work is ongoing behind the scenes to improve the squad for new coach Hansi Flick after a disappointing 2023-24 campaign that ended with the dismissal of Xavi Hernández. Barça ultimately finished last season in second place in LaLiga behind champions Real Madrid, though…

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July 26, 2024

Superstar, trailblazer, icon: Inside the legacy of Brazil’s Marta

Brazil legend Marta, 38, is set to retire from international football after the 2024 Olympic Games this month, but what legacy has she left on the women’s game? We spoke to those who know her best to tell the story of her incredible career. Information from ESPN Brasil was used in his piece. 1. Long before she became the best women’s soccer player in the world, Marta was seven years…

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July 25, 2024

Angel City, NZ defender Riley out of Olympics

Angel City defender and New Zealand captain Ali Riley has been withdrawn from the Olympics by head coach Michael Mayne on medical grounds. The 36-year-old was due to play in her fifth Olympic Games in Paris this week. “This decision to medically withdraw Ali has not been easy,” Mayne said in a statement. “She has done everything in her control to get herself ready to compete ahead of what would…

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July 25, 2024

Ranking the top 25 men’s soccer players of the 21st century

Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema and Neymar are just some of the names who come up in the debate over the best soccer players in the 21st century. Then there are upcoming stars such as Kylian Mbappé and players of a different era such as Ronaldinho. Where do they stand? The conversation can be a never-ending one. How do you rank legends of the game — some the best…

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July 24, 2024

Overage players at men’s Olympics: Álvarez, Lacazette, more

Euro 2024 and the Copa América might both be done and dusted, but 2024’s grand summer of football continues as the Olympic Games get underway in Paris. Once again, a FIFA-sanctioned football tournament will take place at the Games with both men’s and women’s competitions set to kick off this week — on Wednesday and Thursday respectively. As per competition rules, the men’s tournament is predominantly restricted to under-23 players…

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July 24, 2024

Aguirre named Mexico coach, Marquez assistant

Javier Aguirre has been named head coach of Mexico for a third time and will have former captain Rafael Marquez as his assistant, the Mexican Football Federation (FMF) announced on Monday. Aguirre will initially take the head coach job and lead the team for two years through the 2026 World Cup, before leaving Marquez in charge ahead of preparations for 2030. Marquez recently terminated his contract as Barcelona B manager…

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July 23, 2024

How Canada have used 2012 bronze to drive Olympic success

It was close to midnight when Canada’s Julia Grosso readied herself to take the 12th kick of the penalty shootout against Sweden in the women’s Olympic soccer final in 2021. After a 1-1 draw at the International Stadium in Yokohama, Japan, the two teams couldn’t be separated after extra time or even after five spot kicks apiece — with both missing three under enormous pressure. But when Sweden’s Jonna Andersson…

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July 23, 2024

Ten Hag hails United bosses after transfer moves

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag said they are on the front foot in the transfer market thanks to the club’s leadership making quick and decisive moves to secure new players following the signings of Leny Yoro and Joshua Zirkzee. Since British billionaire and INEOS chairman Sir Jim Ratcliffe took control of football operations at Old Trafford after acquiring a 25% stake in February, United has not only witnessed a…

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July 22, 2024

Yamal makes Ballon d’Or ‘statement’ in Spain winJune 6, 2025
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente says Lamine Yamal delivered a Ballon d’Or “statement” in Thursday’s end-to-end 5-4 UEFA Nations League semifinal win over France in Stuttgart. Yamal, 17, scored twice as Spain built up a 5-1 lead before France fought back late on, but La Roja held on to reach Sunday’s final against Portugal.… Read more: Yamal makes Ballon d’Or ‘statement’ in Spain win
England’s 10 days of turmoil leaves Euro 2025 squad questions for WiegmanJune 6, 2025
BURTON-UPON-TRENT, England — For 26 minutes at St George’s Park on Thursday, England manager Sarina Wiegman fielded questions largely about the players not included in her 23-woman squad heading to Euro 2025 this summer. Instead of those who did make it, after a 10-day spell in which goalkeeper Mary Earps retired, forward Fran Kirby retired,… Read more: England’s 10 days of turmoil leaves Euro 2025 squad questions for Wiegman
Gavi doubles down on critics: ‘They have no idea’June 5, 2025
Barcelona midfielder Gavi has doubled down on his claim that his critics have “f—— no idea” how good he is, saying people hate him for his style of play. Gavi, 20, first lashed out at his detractors in April, expressing his belief that his ability with the ball is ignored because of his tenacity off… Read more: Gavi doubles down on critics: ‘They have no idea’
Report: Brailsford to scale back Man United roleJune 5, 2025
Manchester United’s football operations are undergoing yet more change with one of the club’s key figures Dave Brailsford scaling back his role, a source familiar with the situation told The Associated Press. The source spoke on the condition of anonymity because the information has not been made public. Brailsford, who was credited for his role… Read more: Report: Brailsford to scale back Man United role
Is the future of soccer in new, chaotic tournaments fueled by viral moments and celebrities?June 4, 2025
Feeling more like a nightclub than Old Trafford, music bumped through speakers as former Manchester United midfielder Josh Harrop walked into a concert-like atmosphere in London’s Copper Box Arena. The referee threw the ball into the air as an airhorn went off and social media influencers recorded the videos on their phones a few feet… Read more: Is the future of soccer in new, chaotic tournaments fueled by viral moments and celebrities?
Peyton Manning joins Denver NWSL ownershipJune 4, 2025
Hall of Fame quarterback Peyton Manning has joined the ownership group of the Denver NWSL expansion franchise that will begin play next year. Manning is a five-time NFL MVP and a two-time Super Bowl champion who played his final four seasons with the Denver Broncos, retiring in 2016 shortly after leading the team to a… Read more: Peyton Manning joins Denver NWSL ownership
Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool, Man United and Spurs all want £55m DiblingJune 3, 2025
Four of the Premier League’s biggest clubs are ready to battle for the signature of Southampton winger Tyler Dibling, while Antonio Rüdiger is set to spurn the Saudi Pro League to extend his stay at Real Madrid. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors and gossip from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done… Read more: Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool, Man United and Spurs all want £55m Dibling
Qatar’s PSG mission has been accomplished with Champions League win. Now what?June 3, 2025
MUNICH, Germany — Paris Saint Germain’s Champions League win means the club, and the city, are now (even more) officially on the football map. Now what? Saturday night’s 5-0 humiliation of Inter wasn’t just PSG’s initiation into the big time, but it also opens new horizons for just where this club might go. (They’ve spent… Read more: Qatar’s PSG mission has been accomplished with Champions League win. Now what?
Doué pips Yamal to Champions League awardJune 2, 2025
Paris Saint-Germain winger Désiré Doué beat Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal to win the Champions League Young Player of the Season award after scoring twice in his side’s 5-0 final win over Inter Milan on Saturday. Both teenagers — slated as perhaps the two best young players in world football — made the team of the season.… Read more: Doué pips Yamal to Champions League award
How PSG ended years of continental heartbreak to win the Champions LeagueJune 2, 2025
When Qatar Sports Investments (QSI) became Paris Saint-Germain’s majority owner in 2011, the club was Europe’s 48th best, according to the numbers at EloFootball.com. And this was a major improvement — it was 90th a year earlier. PSG had just finished fourth in Ligue 1, their best placement in more than a decade. They had… Read more: How PSG ended years of continental heartbreak to win the Champions League