Soccer Sport

Derby’s dismal record-low points total looms large on bottom three

There are two crucial milestones for every promoted team to reach as quickly as possible: win a Premier League game…

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September 29, 2023

‘We’ve got to move forward:’ USWNT players talk World Cup loss and next coach

CHICAGO — Last week provided the players on the U.S. women’s national team an opportunity to cleanse their psyches. They…

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September 28, 2023

Vinicius vs. JJ: young stars battle it out in skills challenge

The relationship between Real Madrid’s Vinícius Júnior and numerous other American sports athletes continues to strengthen as a new video…

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September 28, 2023

Albertin Montoya appointed as Bay FC first coach

NWSL expansion side Bay FC announced it has chosen Albertin Montoya to be the club’s first manager. Montoya, 48, is…

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September 28, 2023

UEFA moves meeting amid Rubiales fallout

In turmoil since the actions of its former president Luis Rubiales at the Women’s World Cup final, the Spanish football…

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September 27, 2023

Messi’s Open Cup status game-time decision

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Lionel Messi’s availability for the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup final will come down to a…

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September 27, 2023

Macario, Ueki and Tullis-Joyce among best summer signings in Women’s Super League

The 2023-24 Women’s Super League season is fast approaching and it’s been a jam-packed summer transfer window that has seen…

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September 27, 2023

Rapinoe’s last USWNT game leaves void that can’t be filled

CHICAGO — Megan Rapinoe’s teammates were egging her on. When Emily Sonnett scored a header after Rapinoe’s corner had been…

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September 26, 2023

Postecoglou continues huge impact on fearless Tottenham

LONDON — Tottenham’s 2-2 draw at Arsenal on Sunday felt like a big win for Ange Postecoglou. The Australian manager…

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September 26, 2023

Real Madrid get it wrong, Arsenal vs. Tottenham put on a show, more

The European soccer weekend didn’t disappoint as a string of high-profile clashes offered up plenty of entertainment and talking points.…

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September 26, 2023

Michael Carrick: ‘Lazy’ to claim Man United lack passionAugust 30, 2026
MANCHESTER, England — Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick has branded claims that his side lacked motivation in their defeat to Hull City as “lazy.” Carrick’s team have been accused of playing without passion and flight in their 2-0 defeat at MKM Stadium on the opening weekend of the season. – Carrick: Baleba needs 2-3… Read more: Michael Carrick: ‘Lazy’ to claim Man United lack passion
Tottenham’s De Zerbi: Richarlison, Danso, Sarr have asked to leaveAugust 30, 2026
LONDON — Tottenham Hotspur head coach Roberto De Zerbi said Richarlison, Kevin Danso and Pape Matar Sarr have all asked to leave the club. The trio were left out of Saturday’s 2-0 home defeat to Newcastle United, although Sarr was also nursing a hamstring issue. Sources have told ESPN that Juventus are considering a move… Read more: Tottenham’s De Zerbi: Richarlison, Danso, Sarr have asked to leave
Man City in transfer talks for Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo – sourcesAugust 30, 2026
Manchester City are in talks to sign Cody Gakpo from Liverpool, sources have told ESPN. City have been given encouragement that Gakpo is interested in a move to the Etihad Stadium and are pressing ahead with discussions. The Dutchman — who started Liverpool’s 2-2 draw with Nottingham Forest on Saturday — is one of a… Read more: Man City in transfer talks for Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo – sources
Liverpool’s Andoni Iraola fumes at substitution delay before Nottingham Forest penaltyAugust 30, 2026
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola revealed his frustration after being unable to make substitutions before Nottingham Forest were awarded a crucial penalty at Anfield on Saturday. The Reds needed to come from behind to snatch a 2-2 draw for a second successive week in the Premier League after Forest had gone ahead for a second time… Read more: Liverpool’s Andoni Iraola fumes at substitution delay before Nottingham Forest penalty
Tottenham suffer back-to-back Premier League defeats after Newcastle inflict 2-0 loss on Roberto De Zerbi’s sideAugust 30, 2026
After two Premier League games, Tottenham are winless. Newcastle struck twice in the second half to condemn Spurs to a second defeat in-a-row in the league. Despite the boost that came midweek with confirming the signings of Sávio and Omar Marmoush, along with progressing to the next round of the Carabao Cup, Spurs fell to… Read more: Tottenham suffer back-to-back Premier League defeats after Newcastle inflict 2-0 loss on Roberto De Zerbi’s side
Hull head coach Sergej Jakirovic: Players must ‘stay humble’ as dream start continuesAugust 30, 2026
Sergej Jakirovic told his Hull players they must stay humble after they continued their perfect start to life back in the Premier League with a 1-0 win away to old Championship rivals Coventry. Liam Millar came off the bench to win it with a swift counter attack in the 82nd minute, holding his nerve to… Read more: Hull head coach Sergej Jakirovic: Players must ‘stay humble’ as dream start continues
Nottingham Forest nearing deal for Daniel Muñoz from Crystal Palace – sourcesAugust 30, 2026
Nottingham Forest are closing in on the signing of full-back Daniel Muñoz from fellow Premier League side Crystal Palace, sources have told ESPN. The deal for Muñoz, 30, is worth in the region of £20m. He would be a key signing for Forest and would likely vie with Ola Aina for a starting spot on… Read more: Nottingham Forest nearing deal for Daniel Muñoz from Crystal Palace – sources
Everton fans threaten ‘riot’ over potential sale of teenage winger Harrison Armstrong to Nottingham ForestAugust 30, 2026
Everton fans threatened to “riot” if the club cash in on teenage winger Harrison Armstrong. England under-19 international Armstrong was reportedly the subject of a £40million offer from Premier League rivals Nottingham Forest ahead of Saturday afternoon’s game away to Bournemouth. The 19-year-old academy graduate started for the Toffees at the Vitality Stadium to make… Read more: Everton fans threaten ‘riot’ over potential sale of teenage winger Harrison Armstrong to Nottingham Forest
Marli Salmon signs first professional deal at Arsenal after turning 17August 29, 2026
Marli Salmon has signed his first professional contract with Arsenal after turning 17 on Saturday. The defender has been rewarded with a strong seven years at Hale End and making his senior debut in December 2025. “It means a lot to me,” Salmon said. “A lot of hard work went into this, a lot of… Read more: Marli Salmon signs first professional deal at Arsenal after turning 17
Kai Havertz lays down the gauntlet: Arsenal ‘want to win everything’August 29, 2026
Kai Havertz has laid down the gauntlet to Arsenal’s rivals by insisting the Premier League champions want “to win everything.” The Gunners ended their 22-year wait for the league title last season and started their defence with a comprehensive 3-0 win over Coventry, a week after they saw off Manchester City to take the Community… Read more: Kai Havertz lays down the gauntlet: Arsenal ‘want to win everything’