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A consortium in the city of Cleveland is attempting to create a new National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) team. The American soccer division currently has 14 clubs fighting for the 2024 championship. Boston, however, will soon become the 15th NWSL team in 2026. The organization, which does not have an official name, paid over $50 million for the rights to …

One of the biggest positives for FC Barcelona this season, under the management of Hansi Flick, has been the explosion of Raphinha. While the Brazilian international had been a solid performer in his first two seasons at the club, he has taken his game to a whole new level in the ongoing campaign, becoming a key figure in Flick’s setup. …

Liverpool is set to be without star goalkeeper Alisson for at least one month. The Brazilian number one most recently withdrew from a matchup with Crystal Palace on October 5th. As the Reds held a narrow 1-0 lead, Alisson suffered a hamstring injury late in the game. He was eventually replaced by Vitezslav Jaros in the 79th minute. Liverpool went …

Wojciech Szczesny is getting to know his new teammates at FC Barcelona with great speed. The Polish goalkeeper is working hard in training after signing for the Catalans, and at the same time, he is learning about players he had only seen on television. Having come out of retirement and signed a short-term deal last week, the 34-year-old shot-stopper is …

The highly anticipated World Cup qualifier between Argentina and Venezuela could be delayed due to the threat posed by Hurricane Milton. Scheduled for Thursday, the match might be pushed to Friday as Argentina face significant travel disruptions caused by the storm. The team, currently in Florida, has encountered difficulties in traveling from Miami to Venezuela. The match is at the …

October 9 – France and Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate (pictured) has become the latest player to speak out against the packed fixture schedule, saying he supports the right to strike. Players and managers have criticised the ever-expanding calendar, with Manchester City midfielder Rodri warning last month that footballers were ready to down tools in protest if the situation did not …

It was not uncommon to see Barcelona players dressed in quirky outfits before games last season under Xavi Hernandez and the variety was largely appreciated by fans and social media. Hansi Flick’s arrival has seen that element cut out of Barcelona’s textbook routine with the German manager preferring his players focused on the game and nothing else. However, the French …

The ever-expanding soccer calendar continues to draw criticism from players and managers alike. The latest voice of dissent has come from Spanish international Aymeric Laporte. Speaking out against the increasingly demanding match schedule, Laporte has raised the possibility of a players’ strike. He has suggested it might be the only solution to safeguard their health and well-being. The growing discontent …

Following the season-ending knee injury to captain Marc-Andre ter Stegen, FC Barcelona acted swiftly to rope in an emergency replacement in the form of Wojciech Szczesny. The 34-year-old Poland star had announced his retirement a couple of months ago, but as soon as Barça came calling, the goalkeeper decided to make a U-turn and return to professional football. Now, having …

Club News October 9, 2024 – 6:00 pm Juventus has long been the most successful club in Italian football history, frequently signing the top talent in Serie A. This summer, they made some key additions but largely focused on players who fit within their new financial parameters. Despite this, Juventus remains one of the best and most valuable clubs in …