Soccer Sport

USMNT’s Christian Pulisic trains solo on field in race to be fit vs. Australia

IRVINE, Calif. — United States national team attacker Christian Pulisic continued to train apart from the main group at Wednesday’s…

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June 18, 2026

Portugal, Ronaldo frustrated in opening draw with Congo DR

Congo DR produced another stunning result at the 2026 World Cup, as the African side held one of the pre-tournament…

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June 18, 2026

Noni Madueke, Jude Bellingham start for England vs. Croatia, Bukayo Saka on bench

Noni Madueke, Jude Bellingham and Anthony Gordon will operate behind Harry Kane in England‘s World Cup opener against Croatia, with…

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June 18, 2026

South Africa’s Themba Zwane handed three-match ban for red card against Mexico in FIFA World Cup opener

South Africa attacking midfielder Themba Zwane has been suspended for three matches for his red card against Mexico, subject to…

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June 18, 2026

Neymar joins Brazil teammates briefly for training ahead of Haiti match

Neymar, who has been out for a month with a right calf injury, trained in uniform and joined his Brazil…

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June 18, 2026

Mom of Cape Verde’s Vozinha gets visa to attend next World Cup match

The mother of Cape Verde star goalkeeper Vozinha has been granted a visa to enter the United States in time…

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June 18, 2026

Scotland fans drink Boston dry as local bars run out of beer

The parent company of Sam Adams said their Boston Taproom ran out of the brand’s flagship Boston Lager over the…

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June 18, 2026

Man United have no plans to negotiate new Marcus Rashford loan with Barcelona – sources

Manchester United have no plans to negotiate a new loan agreement with Barcelona for Marcus Rashford, sources have told ESPN.…

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June 17, 2026

Scott McKenna misses Scotland training ahead of World Cup clash with Morocco

Scott McKenna missed Scotland’s last training session before their World Cup clash against Morocco on Friday night. The 29-year-old Dinamo…

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June 17, 2026

Real Madrid demand ‘firm’ disciplinary action against Barcelona in Negreira case

Real Madrid have written to UEFA demanding “firm” and “exemplary” disciplinary action to be taken against Barcelona for historic payments…

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June 17, 2026

Chelsea’s Lucy Bronze: Need to ‘protect’ football for fansAugust 26, 2026
LONDON — Chelsea and England defender Lucy Bronze said she wants to “protect [football] for the fans” after joining a collective statement criticising FIFA president Gianni Infantino and the “current leadership’s ability to distinguish between its own interests and what is best for football.” Bronze was one of several former and current players, including Emmanuel… Read more: Chelsea’s Lucy Bronze: Need to ‘protect’ football for fans
Man City’s Nico González to join Newcastle for £52 million – sourcesAugust 26, 2026
Nico González‘s transfer from Manchester City to Newcastle United has been agreed, sources told ESPN. The Spanish midfielder is set to move to St James’ Park in a £52 million deal ($70.9m), sources said. Newcastle will pay an initial £48 million ($65.4m) with another £4 million ($5.5m) in potential add-ons. He becomes the fourth senior… Read more: Man City’s Nico González to join Newcastle for £52 million – sources
Man United confirm signing of Carlos Baleba from BrightonAugust 25, 2026
Manchester United confirmed the arrival of midfielder Carlos Baleba from Brighton & Hove Albion on a five-year contract on Tuesday. United will pay a fee of £65 million ($88.7m) plus £5 million ($6.8m) in possible add-ons, sources told ESPN. The deal includes an option to extend Baleba’s contract for a further year. Baleba, 22, has… Read more: Man United confirm signing of Carlos Baleba from Brighton
Arsenal’s Bruno Guimarães: Chance to ‘make a dynasty’ under Mikel ArtetaAugust 25, 2026
Bruno Guimarães is relishing being part of Mikel Arteta’s quest to “make a dynasty” at Arsenal. Having swept past Manchester City in the Community Shield, the Gunners opened the defence of their Premier League title with an impressive 3-0 win over newly promoted Coventry at the Emirates Stadium. Guimaraes missed the chance to make his… Read more: Arsenal’s Bruno Guimarães: Chance to ‘make a dynasty’ under Mikel Arteta
Morgan Rogers teases ‘more to come’ after scoring on Chelsea debutAugust 25, 2026
Morgan Rogers promised there is more to come after he marked his Chelsea debut with a goal in Monday’s 3-2 win over Fulham. The club’s £117 million ($157.28m) buy from Aston Villa got the Blues’ second goal at Craven Cottage to restore their lead late in the first half, and contributed to a scintillating attacking… Read more: Morgan Rogers teases ‘more to come’ after scoring on Chelsea debut
Christopher Nkunku close to Leipzig loan from AC Milan – sourcesAugust 25, 2026
France forward Christopher Nkunku is on the verge of a return to RB Leipzig on loan from AC Milan, sources have told ESPN. Nkunku, 28, joined AC Milan in 2025 from Chelsea on a deal in the region of €40 million (£34m / $47m), but he is one of several players deemed surplus to requirements… Read more: Christopher Nkunku close to Leipzig loan from AC Milan – sources
Randal Kolo Muani ‘hasn’t played for two years, there’s a reason for that’ – Juventus bossAugust 25, 2026
Juventus coach Luciano Spalletti has warned Randal Kolo Muani he must rediscover his top form after expressing frustration with the French forward’s lacklustre display against Frosinone. Kolo Muani played all 90 minutes as Juve kicked off their Serie A campaign with a 1-0 win at Frosinone on Sunday, with Gleison Bremer scoring the only goal.… Read more: Randal Kolo Muani ‘hasn’t played for two years, there’s a reason for that’ – Juventus boss
Man City monitoring Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo before transfer deadline – sourcesAugust 25, 2026
Cody Gakpo is one of a number of forwards Manchester City are monitoring ahead of the transfer deadline, sources have told ESPN. City have enquired about Gakpo’s potential availability although the club have not yet made direct contact with Liverpool. The Dutchman started and scored in Liverpool’s 2-2 draw with Newcastle on Sunday. So far… Read more: Man City monitoring Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo before transfer deadline – sources
Tottenham complete the signing of Sávio from Man CityAugust 25, 2026
Sávio has joined Tottenham from Manchester City in a deal worth up to £85 million ($116m). Spurs had been pursuing Sávio for a year, after first registering their interest in the forward last summer. “It’s taken a while but I’m very happy to be here,” Sávio said. “It’s a wonderful opportunity at a brilliant club… Read more: Tottenham complete the signing of Sávio from Man City
Former players say ‘enough is enough’ and ‘change is necessary’ at FIFA amid Infantino pressureAugust 25, 2026
Several current and former footballers have applied further pressure on FIFA’s leadership, saying “change is necessary” on social media amid growing pressure on president Gianni Infantino. Former Manchester United defender Mikaël Silvestre shared a post on X yesterday criticising the organisation, which has since been recirculated by current England player Lucy Bronze and former goalkeeper… Read more: Former players say ‘enough is enough’ and ‘change is necessary’ at FIFA amid Infantino pressure