Soccer News Archive

Chelsea is charged with 74 infractions between 2009 and 2022, when the club was owned by Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich. The infractions have to do with agent and third-party investment rules, specifically over transfers of Samuel Eto’o, Eden Hazard, and Willian. The Football Association could punish Chelsea financially, although it might help that they self-reported the infractions. ...

Tom Brady, a minority owner of soccer club Birmingham City, made remarks about former England star and head coach Wayne Rooney, saying he was concerned about his “work ethic”. Rooney has responded to Brady’s claims, saying he didn’t think Brady “really understood football that well”. Rooney was fired in January 2024, but Birmingham was still relegated that season.  Wayne Rooney re...

Paris Saint-Germain capped an incredible season as the Ballon d'Or nominees were announced, breaking the record for most players from one club with nine. PSG forward Ousmane Dembele is the runaway favorite in the Ballon d’Or odds. Lamine Yamal leads four Barcelona players up for the award, and is behind Dembele in the odds. Paris Saint-Germain powered through the Ballon d'Or shortlist,...

Newcastle United have turned down a massive $145 million offer from Liverpool for star striker Alexander Isak. The Swedish international has requested a transfer out of Newcastle, but the club isn’t budging. With the EPL season starting on August 15, where will Isak play? Newcastle United have rebuffed a $145 million offer from Liverpool for striker Alexander Isak, who wants to leave t...

Tickets for the Club World Cup final have been lowered as FIFA tries to entice more fans to Sunday’s championship game between Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea. Attendance has been an ongoing talking point during the tournament, as stadiums have been half empty for many of the games. Many are pointing at Real Madrid’s exit in the semifinal as the main reason for the lower ticket prices, as ...

Kylian Mbappé spent seven years at Paris Saint-Germain, developing into one of the best players in the world. Mbappé left PSG for Real Madrid in June 2024, after completing his PSG contract. so he could leave on a free transfer. The 26-year-old is now suing PSG for “moral harassment”, amid allegations that the club still owes him $61 million in unpaid salary. Kylian Mbappé went to Pari...

Cristiano Ronaldo’s contract with Al-Nassr was winding down, and there were rumors he was going to join a new club ahead of the Club World Cup. That didn’t happen, but Ronaldo is reportedly close to a contract extension with Al-Nassr to stay in the Saudi Pro League. However, Al-Nassr has to find a new manager as Stefano Pioli left the club on June 25. Cristiano Ronaldo joined Al-Nassr ...

Lionel Messi has never failed to make it out of the group stage in any tournament throughout his career, and that continued at the Club World Cup. Messi has Inter Miami in second place in Group A, although two late goals conceded in the final match cost the team first place. Inter Miami will meet Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain in the Round of 16, the Argentinian's former club...

Woody Johnson owns the NFL’s New York Jets, and was the United States ambassador to the United Kingdom from 2017 to 2021. Johnson has purchased a 43% stake in Crystal Palace of the English Premier League for a reported amount of $254 million. This has opened the door for Crystal Palace to play in the Europa League next season, as they couldn’t before due to ownership issues. The New Yo...

The CONCACAF Gold Cup kicks off on Saturday, June 14, with the United States and Canada sharing hosting duties. Former United States forward Landon Donovan is critical of players skipping the tournament to rest after a long season. Striker Christian Pulisic liked a post from his father, who responded via ChatGPT by talking about Donovan’s two-year absence from the USMNT. The CONCACAF G...

In this article: The Club World Cup has expanded from seven teams to 32, and the tournament runs across the United States from June 14 to July 13. FIFA is trying to emulate the Super Bowl as they have a huge lineup for their halftime show during the final match, which was put together by Coldplay’s Chris Martin. J Balvin, Doja Cat, and Tems will hit the stage at MetLife Stadium in East ...

Carlo Ancelotti has been in charge at Real Madrid twice, from 2013 to 2015, and 2021 to 2025. Ancelotti has won everything with the Spanish giants, including two La Liga titles, and three Champions League wins. The Italian manager is leaving the Santiago Bernabéu for the Brazilian national team, who are aiming to win their sixth World Cup in 2026. Carlo Ancelotti is one of the greatest...

Xabi Alonso is a former midfielder who played at Liverpool, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, winning trophies at all of those clubs. Alonso has moved into coaching after retiring and guided Bayer Leverkusen to an undefeated Bundesliga season in 2023-24. Alonso will leave Leverkusen at the end of the season, and the odds suggest he’ll replace Brazil-bound Carlo Ancelotti at Real Madrid. ...

Lucas Paqueta, a midfielder for West Ham United and Brazil, is accused of receiving yellow cards purposely, which is considered a breach of betting rules. Paqueta isn’t being accused of match-fixing, but since you can bet on players receiving cards, the FA could consider that a breach. Paqueta’s wife took to social media to defend her husband, who could face a lifetime ban if found guilty....

Liverpool is on the cusp of winning the English Premier League for the 20th time. They made a big move towards their future by re-signing Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk to two-year deals. There is still no word on the status of Trent Alexander-Arnold, who is rumored to be leaving Liverpool for Real Madrid in the summer. Liverpool has one hand on their 20th Premier League trophy as t...

Kevin De Bruyne joined Manchester City in 2015, and has gone to become one of the best players in the history of the English Premier League. De Bruyne has won it all with City, including six Premier League titles, a Champions League, two FA Cups, and five League Cups. The Belgium international has been hit by injuries over the last two seasons, and has decided to leave the club when his co...