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Juventus midfielder Weston McKennie has left the training camp of the American national team while carrying a knock. The 26-year-old didn’t take part in the USMNT’s friendly test against Panama. His national team coach Mauricio Pochettino later revealed that the player had a physical issue so they opted against risking him. So while his international teammates are preparing for their …

The documentary series ‘You Have No Idea’ continues to captivate viewers with its insightful portrayal of Luis Enrique as the main figure.  One of the most compelling episodes focuses on the intense UEFA Champions League tie against Barcelona from last season.  This particular chapter shines a light on defender Ronald Araujo, offering a unique glimpse into Enrique’s thoughts and strategies …

In recent discussions, Spanish national team coach Luis de la Fuente highlighted an interesting statistic regarding the national team’s time commitment.  He stated that the national team occupies 3.5 percent of the total calendar, according to a report from FIFA. This remark came on the heels of players expressing their frustrations about the intense scheduling they face.  De la Fuente, …

October 14 – In seismic news for the defending Premier League champions, Manchester City’s, director of football, Txiki Begiristain, has announced that he will be leaving the club at the end of the current season. In his 12 years with the Citizens, Manchester’s other team has dominated English football winning seven Premier League including the famed treble in the 2022/23 …

Hansi Flick’s arrival at Barcelona has brought about significant changes in the club’s internal culture. Though he may seem calm on the surface, Flick’s attention to detail and firm approach has reshaped the way the team operates.  Since taking charge, he has abolished financial penalties and rewards, while introducing new rules and reinforcing some from Xavi’s earlier tenure.  According to …

October 24 – The trafficking of young athletes is one of the dark areas of sport with many governing and governments barely recognising the problem. On October 21 at a side event at the Third Committee of the 79th United Nations General Assembly at the UN headquarters in New York, the issues will be highlighted under the session title ‘Mobilising …

In an intriguing development reported by SPORT, it has come to light that Raphinha was appointed as the captain of Barcelona this season primarily due to his close relationship with the sporting director, Deco.  At the end of August, the players gathered to select their five captains. The first four choices reflected a clear emphasis on experience, with Marc-Andre ter …

Football, association football, or soccer originated in England after the Football Association (FA) provided a rulebook for the sport in 1863. With time it spread all around the world, eventually becoming the juggernaut that it is today. From lawmakers to players, the effect of Englishmen in soccer cannot be overstated. Even though other countries have caught up to England, at …

Morning. If you’ve wondered how next an Arsenal player is going to get sent off in a way you’ve never seen for any other player, I dreamed this morning that we were in a European final. The game kicked off, and one of the ball-boys ran onto the pitch to compete for a header by the touchline. At the same …

Newcastle United have a new ‘Mackem Slayer’ and her name is Beth Lumsden. The ex-Portsmouth winger who signed for Wor Lasses netted both goals to give United a huge 2 – 1 win in the Tyne-Wear derby at the Stadium of Light on Sunday. Lumsden scored with right and left foot to give United a 2 – 0 lead after …