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Turkish teams target Trippier as Newcastle mulls offers

Turkish teams target Trippier as Newcastle mulls offers

Several Turkish Super Lig teams are reportedly looking to sign veteran Newcastle defender Kieran Trippier. Most European summer transfer windows have already closed, including the Premier League. English top-flight clubs were forced to halt any incoming transfer business following the deadline on Aug. 30. Nevertheless, Super Lig teams in Turkey have until September 18th to make moves. This means that …

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Wojciech Szczęsny opens up on what differentiates him from Buffon

Wojciech Szczęsny opens up on what differentiates him from Buffon

Wojciech Szczęsny has been reflecting on his career after retiring from football this summer, a decision that surprised many fans given his strong performances as Juventus’ first-choice goalkeeper last season. Despite the shock surrounding his retirement, Szczęsny seems to be enjoying life post-football, frequently giving interviews and sharing insights about his career. Juventus has moved on with Michele Di Gregorio …

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West Ham could soon confirm singing of experienced defender on a free

West Ham could soon confirm singing of experienced defender on a free

West Ham United are currently assessing free agent John Egan, who recently parted ways with Sheffield United following the expiration of his contract. The 31-year-old centre-back has been training with the Hammers and featured in a behind-closed-doors friendly match against Dagenham and Redbridge during the international break as part of his fitness evaluation. The update was shared by Claret and …

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Atlanta United parts ways with V.P., Technical Director Carlos Bocanegra

Atlanta United parts ways with V.P., Technical Director Carlos Bocanegra

Atlanta United made a major front office decision on Wednesday. The Eastern Conference club parted ways with Vice President and Technical Director Carlos Bocanegra. Club President and CEO Garth Lagerwey will assume Bocanegra’s duties on an interim basis for the remainder of the 2024 season. “We are deeply appreciative of Carlos’s dedication and success over the last nine years with …

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Dutch FA may scrap offside in amateur soccer to combat violence

Dutch FA may scrap offside in amateur soccer to combat violence

Top soccer officials in the Netherlands are potentially planning to abolish the offside rule at the amateur level of the game. The Royal Dutch Football Association (KNVB) claims that the move could counteract increased violence towards referees. Matches in the lower levels of Dutch soccer have experienced a recent rise in delays due to disputed decisions. Jan Dirk van der …

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Alex Morgan announces retirement, to play final match on Sunday

Alex Morgan announces retirement, to play final match on Sunday

One of the U.S. women’s national team’s most successful players will play her final match this Sunday. Alex Morgan announced her retirement from professional soccer on Thursday. Morgan, who is pregnant with her second child, will conclude her playing career Sunday in the San Diego Wave’s NWSL match vs. the North Carolina Courage. The 35-year-old enjoyed an impactful 15-year playing …

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Former Leeds United man tips attacker to leave the club in January

Former Leeds United man tips attacker to leave the club in January

Leeds United striker Joe Gelhardt is reportedly weighing up his options ahead of the January transfer window as he continues to struggle for regular playing time at the club. Despite showing flashes of his potential, the 22-year-old forward has found himself further down the pecking order amidst fierce competition in the Leeds attacking ranks. Since the start of last season, …

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Donovan open to idea of taking over USMNT and USWNT

Donovan open to idea of taking over USMNT and USWNT

Landon Donovan, a legend in American soccer, has expressed his desire to one day manage either the USMNT or USWNT. The 42-year-old, who recently became interim coach for the NWSL’s San Diego Wave, is just beginning his managerial career. However, he already holds bold ambitions for the future. His passion for coaching and commitment to U.S. Soccer has made his …

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Mitchell reveals Marc Guehi truth, explains poor summer and changes he plans to make

Mitchell reveals Marc Guehi truth, explains poor summer and changes he plans to make

After a hugely frustrating summer transfer window that featured no major signings for the second consecutive window, Sporting Director Paul Mitchell has shared his thoughts on Newcastle’s shortcomings and what unfolded behind the scenes. Mitchell, who was appointed after the club had already sold Elliot Anderson and Yankuba Minteh for PSR compliance, only managed to oversee the signing of Will …

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Cade Cowell replaces Gio Reyna on USMNT September roster

Cade Cowell replaces Gio Reyna on USMNT September roster

Interim U.S. men’s national team head coach Mikey Varas has been forced to make one change to his roster for September’s pair of home friendlies. Cade Cowell has been called into the USMNT squad to replace Gio Reyna, U.S. Soccer announced Thursday. Reyna will depart camp after being diagnosed with a left groin strain, forcing him to miss international action …

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