March 19 – The German football federation is targeting racism and discrimination with a new campaign ahead of this summer’s European Championship. The federation presented its strategy on Monday with a video message while federation president Bernd Neuendorf (pictured) said during a visit to amateur club SFC Stern 1900 in Berlin: “Everyone can do something against racism, not only the …

March 19 – Flamengo, Fluminense and Botafogo were handed benign draws in the Copa Libertadores while Palmeiras and River Plate of Argentina face a tougher route to the knockout stages.  On Monday, Conmebol, the South American football confederation, staged the draw for this season’s Copa Libertadores, which kicks on April 3. The equivalent of the Champions League, the competition unites …

New Manchester United minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe claims the club will change its transfer market policy heading into the summer. The British billionaire recently purchased just over 27% of the club for around $1.6 billion. Despite only becoming a minority owner, the deal gives Ratcliffe sporting control of the team. As a result, much of the transfer business at …

Arsenal are reportedly putting together their summer transfer window plans already, with the Gunners looking likely to be in the market for new signings in four positions. Of course, most Arsenal fans will just be focused on seeing their club compete for the Premier League and Champions League titles in the weeks ahead, but the likes of Mikel Arteta and …

After Saturday’s FA Cup exit at Man City, it’s been interesting to read Pep Guardiola’s comments on our struggles this season. The Spaniard – widely considered one of the greatest coaches of all time – believes playing in four competitions this season has been the biggest challenge for Eddie Howe and his squad, feeling this may have been a season …

By Favian Renkel and Justin Ruderman Welcome back to Justin and Favian’s Weekly MLS Awards where SBI staff writers Justin Ruderman and Favian Renkel bring you a glimpse at the best of Week Four in MLS. This week featured chaos in several matches, a coaching debut, and the Windy City living up to its nickname. Let’s dive in! Player of …

March 19 – Nottingham Forest have become the latest Premier League club to be savagely punished for overspending, dropping into the relegation zone as a result with nine games remaining. Forest have been docked four points after being found guilty of breaching the league’s profitability and sustainability regulations (PSR), which typically allow clubs to lose a maximum of £105 million …

Juventus is actively seeking a new goalkeeper due to their current choices aging. Wojciech Szczesny has long been the team’s primary goalkeeper and continues to deliver outstanding performances when called upon. However, with Szczesny set to turn 34 next month, the club acknowledges that it’s only a matter of time before age impacts his ability to maintain top-level performances. In …

Chelsea and Manchester United have both been keeping tabs on talented young Bournemouth left-back Milos Kerkez, according to transfer news journalist Ben Jacobs. The 20-year-old looks an exciting prospect and could be one to watch for the future, though Jacobs has stressed that nothing particularly advanced is happening with Chelsea or Man Utd at the moment, even if there is …

Tickets to the friendly between Chelsea and Celtic this upcoming summer at Notre Dame Stadium are now on sale. The English giants are making another trip to the United States this summer. It is the Blues’ third trip to the USA for summer friendlies in the last three years. For Celtic, playing friendlies in the United States is not nearly …