Orlando Pride continued their impressive run in the NWSL with a narrow 1-0 victory over Chicago, thanks to a goal from Marta. This win solidified their lead in the Shield race with a six-point cushion. The team also made history by becoming the first to qualify for the playoffs after Angel City’s defeat to Seattle.
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Belgium captain Kevin De Bruyne did not mince words when expressing his frustration after his team’s 2-0 defeat to France in the Nations League clash. His anger was palpable throughout the match, and he did not hold back when speaking to Belgian VTM television post-game. De Bruyne emphasized that too many things went wrong during
French soccer player Wissam Ben Yedder has been taken into custody and will stand trial on charges of “sexual assault in a state of inebriation.” This news came after a woman born in 2001 filed a lawsuit against him for the alleged assault that took place in Ben Yedder’s car on a Friday night. The
Recent reports have indicated that Antony is determined to stay at Manchester United despite interest from Fenerbahce. The Brazilian winger has only featured for one minute in the team’s first three Premier League games of the season. Despite his desire to play more regularly, it seems that his preference is to remain at Old Trafford,
The United States men’s national team faced a disappointing defeat against Canada, marking their first home loss to their neighbors in 67 years. This loss comes on the heels of a disappointing exit from the Copa América and the subsequent removal of head coach Gregg Berhalter. The USMNT, under interim coach Mikey Varas, failed to
Flamengo has made progress in negotiations with former Manchester United striker, Anthony Martial, regarding a potential free transfer. Despite receiving offers from three different clubs, including Galatasaray and AEK Athens, Martial is reportedly considering a proposal from the Brazilian Serie A side. The 28-year-old, who is currently a free agent after his contract at Old
Steven Bergwijn’s recent move from Ajax to Al Ittihad in Saudi Arabia has sparked a heated controversy between the winger and Dutch national team coach Ronald Koeman. Koeman publicly criticized Bergwijn’s decision, questioning his motives and suggesting that financial ambitions overshadowed sporting growth. In response, Bergwijn expressed his disappointment in Koeman’s comments and made it
Alex Morgan, the iconic forward of the United States women’s national team, has officially announced her retirement. At 35 years old, Morgan has decided to step away from the sport after achieving great success and leaving a lasting impact on women’s soccer globally. Her retirement comes as a surprise to many, as she is still
Five players from the United States women’s national team have been nominated for the 2024 Women’s Ballon d’Or award, showcasing their incredible talent and contribution to the sport. The team’s captain and midfielder Lindsey Horan, along with goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher and forwards Trinity Rodman, Sophia Smith, and Mallory Swanson, have all made it to the
Despite recent speculation, Cristiano Ronaldo has shut down any rumors of ending his international career any time soon. Following some post-Euro criticism, Ronaldo remains focused on his goal of leading Portugal to success in the Nations League. This determination is evident in his commitment to the national team and his desire to continue representing his
On Monday, Luis Suárez made a poignant announcement regarding his retirement from the Uruguay national team. After a distinguished career that spanned 17 years, Suárez decided to step away following his team’s upcoming World Cup qualifier against Paraguay on Friday. This news undoubtedly marks the end of an era for Uruguayan football, as Suárez leaves
Barcelona has vehemently denied the recent reports from Spanish media suggesting that their sporting director, Deco, is considering leaving the club due to a difficult summer transfer window. According to Diario Sport, Deco, who only took up his position last year, is allegedly contemplating walking away from the club after facing challenges in signing key
Germany’s national team recently appointed Bayern Munich midfielder Joshua Kimmich as their new captain. This decision came after the retirement of several senior players following Euro 2024, including previous captain Ilkay Gündogan. Kimmich will lead the team with vice-captains Antonio Rüdiger and Kai Havertz by his side. Although Kimmich has not been a permanent captain
Kylian Mbappé recently scored two goals in a 2-0 win over Real Betis for Real Madrid. Despite going three league games without finding the net, Mbappé stated that he did not feel under pressure to score his first LaLiga goal. He emphasized that his main focus was on adapting to the team and expressed confidence
Crystal Palace found themselves in a difficult situation at the beginning of the match against Chelsea, with Marc Guehi’s mistake leading to an early goal for the home side. This poor start put Palace on the back foot and highlighted their defensive vulnerabilities once again. However, despite the setbacks in their opening games of the
In a surprising turn of events, Arsenal and Chelsea confirmed on Friday that Raheem Sterling has been signed on loan for the remainder of the season. Despite having three years left on his contract with Chelsea, Sterling was considered surplus to requirements at Stamford Bridge. Prior to the deal, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta had distanced
The tragic death of Uruguayan soccer player Juan Izquierdo has left the football world in mourning. Thousands of people attended a public wake to pay their respects to the Nacional defender who passed away at the young age of 27. The heartfelt ceremony took place at Nacional’s headquarters in Uruguay, where fans, players, and officials
In a bold move, new head coach of the Mexico national team, Javier Aguirre, has made headlines by excluding veteran players such as Guillermo Ochoa, Raúl Jiménez, and Hirving “Chucky” Lozano from his first 26-man call-up. This decision, revealed on Thursday ahead of upcoming friendlies against New Zealand and Canada, marks a significant departure from