Soccer Sport

Switzerland overcome penalty ‘curse’ to oust Colombia at World Cup

Switzerland manager Murat Yakin expressed his delight at breaking the country’s penalty “curse” after beating Colombia in a shootout Tuesday…

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July 8, 2026

Premier League clubs’ pre-tax losses up over 600% – report

The combined pre-tax losses of Premier League clubs climbed over 600% in the space of one year, according to a…

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July 8, 2026

Álvaro Arbeloa appointed Fulham boss after Real Madrid exit

Álvaro Arbeloa has been appointed head coach at Fulham having left Real Madrid last season. Arbeloa replaces Marco Silva, who…

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July 8, 2026

U.S. World Cup loss sets betting records, big profits for house

The United States’ run in its home World Cup led to record soccer betting handle and allowed American sportsbooks to…

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July 8, 2026

Switzerland beat Colombia in shootout, Argentina up next

Switzerland beat Colombia 4-3 in a penalty shootout in Vancouver on Tuesday to reach the quarterfinals of the World Cup…

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July 8, 2026

Jordan Henderson ‘proud’ of ‘special’ England despite injury at World Cup

Jordan Henderson spoke of his pride at being part of a “special” England team as the injured midfielder reflected on…

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July 8, 2026

Martinez told ’emotional’ Messi to enjoy ‘his last World Cup’

ATLANTA — Lautaro Martínez told a visibly emotional Lionel Messi to enjoy the moment following Argentina‘s 3-2 triumph over Egypt…

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July 8, 2026

FIFA suspended 2 U.S. staff members for Belgium game

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Two staff members of the United States soccer team were suspended by FIFA from Monday’s round…

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July 8, 2026

Ed Sheeran backs England to reach World Cup final, performs for squad at camp

Ed Sheeran has said England are on their way to World Cup glory having played a secret gig at their…

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July 8, 2026

Egypt boss bemoans ‘injustice’ after loss to Argentina at World Cup

ATLANTA —Egypt coach Hossam Hassan said his team were the victim of an “injustice” in their 3-2 World Cup round…

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July 8, 2026

Newcastle boss Jaissle: ‘Careful’ to avoid being fined after ‘really soft’ penalty vs. LiverpoolAugust 24, 2026
Newcastle United head coach Matthias Jaissle said he had to be careful “not to get fined” after the “really soft” late penalty awarded to Liverpool in Sunday’s 2-2 draw at St. James’ Park. Newcastle thought they had done enough to win their Premier League opener, with goals from Anthony Elanga and Joe Willock coming either… Read more: Newcastle boss Jaissle: ‘Careful’ to avoid being fined after ‘really soft’ penalty vs. Liverpool
Liverpool’s Andoni Iraola: Newcastle draw a ‘good step’ for Alexander IsakAugust 24, 2026
NEWCASTLE, England — Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola has described Alexander Isak’s performance against Newcastle United as a “good step,” despite the forward failing to get on the scoresheet in Sunday’s 2-2 draw at St. James’ Park. Isak was given a hostile reception on his return to his former club, whom he left to join… Read more: Liverpool’s Andoni Iraola: Newcastle draw a ‘good step’ for Alexander Isak
Maresca: Man City ‘need different solutions’ after playing Guéhi in midfield vs. BournemouthAugust 24, 2026
MANCHESTER, England — Enzo Maresca has said Manchester City “need different solutions” after playing Marc Guéhi in midfield against Bournemouth on Sunday. City came from behind to win 2-1 at the Etihad Stadium thanks to two late goals from Guéhi and Josko Gvardiol. With a shortage of midfielders after the departures of Rodri and Tijjani… Read more: Maresca: Man City ‘need different solutions’ after playing Guéhi in midfield vs. Bournemouth
Liverpool’s Dominik Szoboszlai scores late penalty to draw at NewcastleAugust 24, 2026
Dominik Szoboszlai scored a stoppage-time equaliser from the penalty spot to rescue a 2-2 draw for Liverpool at Newcastle United on Sunday. Anthony Elanga gave Newcastle a fifth-minute lead but Cody Gakpo drilled home the equaliser on 55 minutes. Two minutes later, Elanga charged upfield and laid the ball off to Joe Willock who curled… Read more: Liverpool’s Dominik Szoboszlai scores late penalty to draw at Newcastle
Newcastle, Liverpool pay joint tribute to Kevin Keegan before Premier League clashAugust 24, 2026
Newcastle United and Liverpool paid tribute to Kevin Keegan ahead of their Premier League season opener at St James’ Park on Sunday, with both sides honouring the former player and manager after his death last month. Players from both teams warmed up in special shirts bearing “Keegan 7” on the back, in recognition of the… Read more: Newcastle, Liverpool pay joint tribute to Kevin Keegan before Premier League clash
Chelsea’s Xabi Alonso: ‘World class’ Cole Palmer is over his injury problemsAugust 24, 2026
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso said Cole Palmer is over the injury problems that wrecked his season and is determined to get back to enjoying playing football. Palmer made only 26 appearances in the Premier League during the last campaign, scoring 10 goals and struggling to reach the levels shown in his first two seasons at… Read more: Chelsea’s Xabi Alonso: ‘World class’ Cole Palmer is over his injury problems
Two late goals save Man City blushes against Bournemouth in Premier League openerAugust 23, 2026
Late goals from Marc Guéhi and Josko Gvardiol rescued Manchester City who eventually beat Bournemouth 2-1 in their Premier League opener. Enzo Maresca was six minutes away from losing his first league game in the City dugout. His side trailed to a 26th-minute goal from Bournemouth’s James Tavernier. But Guéhi headed home from a corner… Read more: Two late goals save Man City blushes against Bournemouth in Premier League opener
Michael Carrick: ‘Ridiculous’ to claim Man United lack passionAugust 23, 2026
Michael Carrick has hit back at criticism of his Manchester United players following the opening day defeat to Hull City by insisting it is “ridiculous” to claim they lacked passion. United were beaten 2-0 at MKM Stadium on Saturday as their Premier League campaign got off to the worst possible start. Afterwards, Carrick was asked… Read more: Michael Carrick: ‘Ridiculous’ to claim Man United lack passion
Harry Kane voted Germany’s player of the year after 61-goal seasonAugust 23, 2026
BERLIN — Bayern Munich forward Harry Kane has been voted Germany’s player of the year 2026 and Vincent Kompany won the coach’s accolade after another outstanding season for the Bavarian powerhouse. Kane scored 61 goals across all competitions, including the German Supercup for Bayern last season, helping the team defend their Bundesliga title and win… Read more: Harry Kane voted Germany’s player of the year after 61-goal season
Record-breaking Archie Gray admits Tottenham performance ‘wasn’t good enough’August 23, 2026
Archie Gray blasted Tottenham’s dismal opening-day defeat at Brentford as “not good enough.” Spurs handed debuts to five players after their expensive summer rebuild but were brought crashing back down to earth after a 3-0 thumping. New boys Andy Robertson, Jan Paul van Hecke, Marcos Senesi and £100 million midfielder Sandro Tonali all started, while… Read more: Record-breaking Archie Gray admits Tottenham performance ‘wasn’t good enough’