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How is MLS convincing young South American stars to move north?

Outside of domestic and homegrown signings, no group of players is more important to Major League Soccer than South Americans. This argument could be made on talent alone from a collection of players headlined by the likes of global superstar Lionel Messi. But what’s just as significant is the impressive quantity of figures that populate teams across the region. When the league announced its player demographics report last summer, a…

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February 5, 2025

Sources: Disasi loan agreed by Chelsea and Villa

Aston Villa have completed a third signing on deadline day, bringing in Chelsea defender Axel Disasi on loan until the end of the season, the Premier League club announced on Monday. ESPN reported earlier on Monday that talks between Chelsea and Spurs for the player’s services had ended and that Unai Emery’s team had become the frontrunners for his signature, and a deal has now been completed. There is no…

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February 4, 2025

Barcelona suffer shock loss; Arsenal win Man City thriller

Another weekend of women’s football is in the books and there were a few surprises, a few surprises that nearly came off, and a belter or two. The big news came from Spain’s Liga F where, after a season and a half, Barcelona finally lost a league game as they ended up on the wrong side of a 2-1 scoreline against strugglers Levante. The Women’s Super League (WSL) started with…

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February 4, 2025

Mainoo up front? Man United’s lack of options exposed in Palace defeat

MANCHESTER — It was the football equivalent of a cry for help by Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim. By selecting defensive midfielder Kobbie Mainoo as a center-forward in what resulted in a 2-0 home defeat against Crystal Palace, Amorim was making a desperate plea for somebody, somewhere, to end his team’s goal-scoring nightmare. United have now lost five of their last six Premier League home games, scoring just four goals…

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February 3, 2025

Is Patrick Dorgu Man United’s answer to Gareth Bale?

Signed by Lecce for a modest €200,000 in July 2022, Patrick Dorgu moved to Italy without even having played a senior game for Danish Superliga club FC Nordsjælland. Acquired as a prospect for the future, he started off in Lecce’s under-19 ranks before being drafted into the first team the following summer — making his full debut in the opening league fixture of the 2023-24 season (a 2-1 home win…

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February 3, 2025

Ødegaard: Fiery Arsenal – City rivalry is natural

Arsenal and Manchester City’s fiery rivalry is a natural byproduct of both teams’ desire to be the best, the north London club’s captain Martin Ødegaard said ahead of their Premier League clash at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday. Arsenal finished runners-up to City in 2022-23 and took the Premier League title race to the final day last season before once again finishing second behind Pep Guardiola’s side. Tempers flared during…

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February 2, 2025

Why Neymar’s move to Santos could reinvigorate his career — and Brazil’s World Cup hopes

Neymar’s move to Santos is the biggest return to Brazilian football since Romário left Barcelona to join Flamengo exactly 30 years ago. The great Ronaldo did come back home to join Corinthians in 2009, but at that stage it was already understood that his best days were behind him, and that any star-studded displays would be an added bonus. This is not the case with Neymar — although he is…

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February 2, 2025

Rubiales trial over unsolicited WWC kiss to start

Former Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) chief Luis Rubiales will stand trial beginning on Monday for his unsolicited kiss of national team player Jenni Hermoso. Rubiales faces one count of sexual assault and one of coercion for his alleged actions in the aftermath of the kiss. The offences carry prison terms of one year and 18 months, respectively. Rubiales, 47, has denied the charges. Rubiales grabbed Hermoso and kissed her…

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February 1, 2025

Villa chief confirms interest in Félix, Asensio

João Félix and Marco Asensio are candidates to strengthen Aston Villa’s attack in this transfer window, according to Monchi, the club’s president of football operations. Monchi also confirmed that Jhon Durán’s move to Al Nassr is expected to be completed on Friday, with the transfer set to reach almost €85 million ($88m). At Saudi Pro League side Al Nassr, the Colombia forward is set to earn five times his wages…

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February 1, 2025

Chivas coach García apologizes for kicking James

Chivas Guadalajara coach Óscar García Junyent has apologized after being caught on camera kicking León’s recent signing James Rodríguez in Tuesday’s Liga MX game. The Disciplinary Commission of the Mexican Football Federation issued a 3-match ban to the coach on Thursday and the 51-year-old will miss the matches against Querétaro (Feb. 1), Tijuana (Feb. 9) and Toluca (Feb. 15). The Spanish manager was shown a red card in the 27th…

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January 31, 2025

Preston forward Osmajic charged for alleged racismMarch 18, 2025
The English Football Association (FA) have charged Preston North End forward Milutin Osmajic after he was accused of allegedly racially abusing Burnley forward Hannibal Mejbri. The incident took place during a February Championship clash between Burnley and Preston, where Mejbri said he suffered “disgusting abuse” from Osmajic. The Tunisia international promptly reported the matter to… Read more: Preston forward Osmajic charged for alleged racism
Slot: ‘Hunger’ not the issue in Liverpool cup lossMarch 17, 2025
Liverpool head coach Arne Slot dismissed the idea Newcastle United’s players were “hungrier” in Sunday’s Carabao Cup final, but admitted Eddie Howe’s side were deserved winners. The Premier League leaders were beaten 2-1 in the showpiece fixture at Wembley, with Dan Burn and Alexander Isak finding the back of the net for Newcastle before substitute… Read more: Slot: ‘Hunger’ not the issue in Liverpool cup loss
The wait is over: Newcastle beat Liverpool to end 70-year domestic trophy droughtMarch 17, 2025
LONDON — Newcastle United ended their 70-year wait for a domestic trophy on Sunday at Wembley as Liverpool followed this past week’s UEFA Champions League round-of-16 exit with a dismal Carabao Cup final performance in a 2-1 defeat against Eddie Howe’s team. Boyhood Newcastle supporter Dan Burn put his team ahead with a stunning long-range… Read more: The wait is over: Newcastle beat Liverpool to end 70-year domestic trophy drought
Man City’s European hopes hit by draw vs. BrightonMarch 16, 2025
Manchester City could only muster a 2-2 draw with Brighton on Saturday, dropping points in a blow to their hopes of playing in Europe next season.
Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid eye Spurs defender Cristian RomeroMarch 16, 2025
Real Madrid are eyeing a move for Tottenham Hotspur defender Cristian Romero, while Newcastle United are interested on-loan Juventus striker Randal Kolo Muani as a potential Alexander Isak successor. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors and gossip from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done deals | Men’s January grades | Women’s January… Read more: Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid eye Spurs defender Cristian Romero
Super Cup probe: Judge questions Gerard PiquéMarch 15, 2025
Former Barcelona defender Gerard Piqué was questioned by a judge on Friday as part of a judicial probe into the business deal that led to the Spanish Super Cup being hosted in Saudi Arabia. Neither Piqué nor his lawyer spoke to reporters gathered outside the courthouse. The probe is examining suspicions of corruption and money… Read more: Super Cup probe: Judge questions Gerard Piqué
Liverpool’s Slot looking to follow Klopp as Newcastle chase historyMarch 15, 2025
LIVERPOOL, England — When Liverpool head coach Arne Slot addressed the media ahead of the Premier League clash with Southampton last weekend, he described the fixture as “the first of three finals.” It was a rallying cry to both players and fans, setting the stage for a week that looked destined to define Liverpool’s season.… Read more: Liverpool’s Slot looking to follow Klopp as Newcastle chase history
Amorim ‘in a hurry’ to win trophies at Man UtdMarch 14, 2025
Ruben Amorim has said he is “in a hurry” to win trophies at Manchester United while also admitting that the club hierarchy recognise he needs time to deliver success at Old Trafford. The Portuguese manager has struggled to turn around United’s fortunes since taking over from Erik ten Hag in November. The club are 14th… Read more: Amorim ‘in a hurry’ to win trophies at Man Utd
Champions League quarterfinal predictions, from Real Madrid-Arsenal to Villa-PSGMarch 14, 2025
Well, the Champions League round of 16 concluded on Wednesday night with some unforgettable second legs and plenty of penalty shoot-out drama. Not only did Paris Saint-Germain eliminate Liverpool on spot-kicks at Anfield this week, but Real Madrid emerged from a trip to rivals Atletico Madrid with a similar victory after 120 tension-packed minutes to… Read more: Champions League quarterfinal predictions, from Real Madrid-Arsenal to Villa-PSG
The Football Reporters: Do Chelsea prove WSL has competitiveness problem?March 13, 2025
On the latest episode of The Football Reporters podcast, ESPN’s Emily Keogh, Tom Hamilton and Jeff Kassouf ask whether Chelsea’s dominance in the Women’s Super League shows the league has a competitiveness problem? Chelsea have won 16 of their 14 games and remain unbeaten in the WSL this season under head coach Sonia Bompastor as… Read more: The Football Reporters: Do Chelsea prove WSL has competitiveness problem?