Soccer News Archive

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...

Lionel Messi’s bodyguard, Yassine Cheuko, has been in the news lately for several reasons. He challenged Logan Paul to a fight, either MMA or boxing, just last week. Cheuko will no longer be on the sidelines at Inter Miami matches, where he was tasked with watching for pitch invaders, and Messi isn’t happy about it. Lionel Messi’s bodyguard, Yassine Cheuko, has turned into a minor cele...

The January transfer window is open in European soccer, which means players from clubs all over the continent, as well as Saudi Arabia, can talk to other teams. Two legendary players could be on their way to the United States, if not in January, in the offseason. Neymar is reportedly in talks with a trip of Major League Soccer clubs. Kevin De Bruyne is also rumored to be interested in making a...

The father of billionaire Elon Musk says that Musk is looking into purchasing Liverpool Football Club of the English Premier League. Liverpool has been owned by Fenway Sports Group since October 2010. Musk, the world’s richest person, is worth almost $425 billion. Elon Musk is a busy man. Musk aided Donald Trump’s successful election campaign for the US presidency and also owns X (form...

Inter Milan had ambitions of winning the Major League Soccer title with Lionel Messi, but were eliminated by Atlanta United FC in the first round of the playoffs. Gerardo “Tata” Martino resigned as head coach on November 22, 2024. Javier Mascherano takes the role as he rejoins former Barcelona teammates Lionel Messi, Sergio Busquets, Luis Suárez, and Jordi Alba. Inter Miami was the sto...

The Ballon d’Or is given by French publication France Football, and it is presented to the best player over the previous season. Manchester City and Spain midfielder Rodri won the 2024 Ballon d’Or on Monday, October 28. Real Madrid boycotted the ceremony as they felt it should have been given to their forward, Vini Jr. The Ballon d’Or has sparked a lot of controversy this year. The 202...

Erik ten Hag was hired as the manager at Manchester United in April 2022 after a successful period at Ajax in the Netherlands. In his time at United, ten Hag won the League Cup and the FA Cup, but the team has been inconsistent in the Premier League. On Monday, October 28, ten Hag was fired by the club after a 2-1 loss to West Ham left United sitting in 14th place in the league. Manche...

Goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has been with Bayern Munich since 2011, and has been their #1 keeper for most of his time there. However, Neuer will be 39 in March, so Munich is putting together a succession plan for that position. At the top of their wish list is Liverpool keeper Alisson. Bayern Munich’s Manuel Neuer has had a spectacular career with the Bundesliga giants. He has won everythi...

Last week, Manchester City and Spain midfielder Rodri claimed players could look to strike, due to a congested fixture list for both club and country. Rodri was backed by many players, claiming their health is at risk. On Sunday, Rodri tore the ACL in his right knee and could be out for the rest of the season. Soccer players have been critical of the sport’s governing organizations rec...

UEFA changed the format for the Champions League and other competitions, adding two games to the new “league phase”. Players are criticizing UEFA for adding more fixtures to the calendar, in play for both club and country. Manchester City and Spain midfielder Rodri claims players are close to calling for a strike. If you’re playing soccer at the highest level, you’re playing more games...