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Lamine Yamal has sprinted from Barcelona’s La Masia pipeline into global stardom, and his international decision still sits at the center of the conversation. Yamal, born in Spain to a Moroccan father, held eligibility for both Spain and Morocco at senior level, then chose to play for Spain, a path that already delivered a European […]

Harry Kane has never shied away from hard truths, and his latest reflection feels both grounded and revealing. The Bayern Munich and England striker recently shared his top football moment of 2025 along with his New Year’s wish, offering a clear window into how he views success now that a long-discussed chapter of his career […]

USWNT star Sophia Wilson has confirmed that she’s exercising her player option for 2026 to return to the Portland Thorns. Wilson’s $1 million option marks the first seven-figure one-year salary in the NWSL’s history, which comes in the midst of the league’s plan to allow teams to offer salaries above the salary cap to “high […]

Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappé is now moving very close to smashing one of Cristiano Ronaldo’s most prestigious records. The French international star is now just one goal short of equalling Ronaldo’s feat of most Real Madrid goals in a calendar year. The 26-year-old Frenchman scored his 57th and 58th goals of 2025 against Talavera […]

Bruno Fernandes has never been shy about speaking honestly, and his latest comments offered a clear window into how he views the next chapter of his career. The Manchester United captain confirmed he has genuine interest in playing outside England once his time at Old Trafford ends, naming Spain and Italy as destinations that appeal […]

FIFA reversed course on World Cup ticket pricing this week after widespread backlash from fans around the world, introducing a limited number of $60 seats for loyal supporters, per ESPN. The change follows outrage over initial plans that listed some tickets, including those for the final, at prices exceeding $4,000. The governing body confirmed Tuesday […]

Robert Lewandowski’s future at Barcelona suddenly feels less predictable. The veteran striker has held positive discussions with MLS side Chicago Fire, opening the door to a possible move to the United States once his contract expires at the end of the season, per BBC. Sources indicate the conversations left a strong impression on both sides. […]

Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembélé continues his sensational 2025 with another award win. Following his Ballon d’Or win in September 2025, Dembélé has now won the FIFA Men’s Player Award. The French international star swiftly zoomed past Barcelona and Spain youngster Lamine Yamal to win the award, similar to what he did in September to […]

Lionel Messi’s brief but highly anticipated visit to India delivered spectacle, star power, and chaos, but it stopped short of what many fans hoped for, a full football match, per Gulte. The Argentina and Inter Miami icon wrapped up a packed three day tour that included stops in Kolkata, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Delhi, drawing massive […]

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has never shied away from responsibility, but his latest comments revealed a more vulnerable side. Speaking candidly about last summer’s transfer window, Fernandes admitted it stung to realize the club appeared indifferent about whether he stayed or left amid heavy interest from Saudi side Al-Hilal, per BBC. The Portugal international […]

Earlier today, the driver who crashed and terrorized Liverpool’s Premier League title was jailed for 21 years and six months. Paul Doyle, aged 54, had terrorized Liverpool’s victory parade earlier this year and injured 134 supporters. Liverpool’s woes continued when Doyle, while traveling to the city center on May 26, rammed his Ford Galaxy directly […]

A Paris labor court recently ruled that French soccer club Paris Saint-Germain must pay more than €60 million ($70 million) to Kylian Mbappé in a dispute over unpaid wages. The issue traces back to the dispute over unpaid wages and bonuses linked to his free transfer to Real Madrid in 2024 following the end of […]

The new salary cap roster mechanism that the NWSL was voting on has officially been approved. With this latest move, the league can now offer those deemed as “high impact players” a salary that goes above the cap established in the collective bargaining agreement (CBA). The salary cap resolution will allow teams to spend up […]

Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney have turned Wrexham into one of soccer’s most recognizable modern stories, but the business side of that rise now carries sharper consequences. As reports link Wrexham to another lucrative pre-season friendly with Manchester United, financial experts continue to stress that the club’s long-term value hinges on results, not sentiment. Speaking […]

The NWSL has found itself in a bit of a bind thanks to its CBA (collective bargaining agreement) and the salary cap it has established. The league’s Board of Governors, which includes commissioner Jessica Berman and team owners, has reportedly been having discussions about developing a new “roster mechanism” that would allow clubs to offer […]

Christian Pulisic’s rise at Milan has reshaped the club’s entire attack, and his contract situation now sits at the center of every conversation at Milanello. Italian reports note that both sides have pushed negotiations forward for months, yet one major request continues to steer every meeting, per WorldSoccerTalk. Pulisic’s evolution into Milan’s most threatening forward […]

Mohamed Salah’s frustration at Liverpool reached a new level after he told reporters the club had “thrown him under the bus” during a stretch where he came off the bench for a third straight match, per soccer365. His comments after the 3-3 draw at Leeds United created immediate tension as he claimed his relationship with […]

It’s a hectic time for Lionel Messi. The soccer sensation from Argentina is anticipating playing in the upcoming FIFA World Cup. At the same time, cutting ads with the likes of Steve Carel to hype up the World Cup.  Plus, he has come away with his second MLS MVP award for one of his best […]

Brazil forward Neymar admitted his future with boyhood club Santos FC is uncertain following the end of the 2025 season. The year was quite eventful for the soccer superstar. After buying out his contract with Saudi club Al Hilal, he accepted a deal to reunite with Santos FC, the club he proudly represented throughout his […]

Lay’s charged into the FIFA World Cup 2026 spotlight with a celebrity squad that instantly grabs attention. Lionel Messi, Alexia Putellas, Sir David Beckham, Thierry Henry and Steve Carell anchor the brand’s newest “No Lay’s, No Game” campaign as they argue, joke and push each other to host the biggest watch party of the year, […]

Mauricio Pochettino made his thoughts on the USMNT’s opponents for the 2026 FIFA World Cup very clear following the draw. The U.S. is hosting the global tournament for the second time ever, last having it in 1994. With big expectations, they will begin group play against Paraguay on June 12, Australia on June 19, and […]

Brazil won’t have an easy path when the national team begins their journey in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Brazilians stand out as the only team to qualify for every edition of the four-year tournament. They stand alone with the most World Cup titles with five, winning their last championship in 2002. Brazil is […]

The USMNT are set to have entertaining journey when they begin group play in Group D of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Americans are hosting the men’s World Cup for the second time, the last time taking place in 1994. They reached the knockout stage in that edition, falling 1-0 to eventual champs Brazil […]

The FIFA World Cup will always feature matchups between teams who have a chance at making noise. However, there are groups that could see talented teams miss out on the next round due to the immense strength of the group. The 2026 FIFA World Cup has its groups ready for next year, seeing 42 teams […]

The 2026 FIFA World Cup draw took place on Friday, as national teams from around the world found out who they will play against in the Summer of 2026 across Mexico, Canada, and the United States. As with every World Cup draw, there were winners and losers, so let’s look at the four biggest from […]

Christian Pulisic and the USMNT has found out their destiny when it comes to the opponents they will face in Group D of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This marks the second time in World Cup history that they host the tournament, last having the major event in 1994. They reached the Round of 16 […]

Every four years, the globe is captivated by the FIFA World Cup. As big as American football is, it pales in comparison to the stage that soccer takes around the world. But before the FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off later this summer, nations are assigned their tables in the World Cup Draw. The draw […]

Argentina and Inter Miami striker Lionel Messi is considered by many the greatest to ever play the game, and is still going strong. Messi has 29 goals and 16 assists for Miami this season and is one of the highest-paid athletes in the world, but if he is to be believed, there is no guarantee […]

The goal juggernaut that is the Norwegian giant Erling Haaland continues to deliver week in, week out for Manchester City. The former Molde striker has already scored 19 goals for City across the Premier League and the UEFA Champions League this season, and recently opened the scoring against Fulham at Craven Cottage as well. City, […]

As excitement builds ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, former United States Men’s National Team star Clint Dempsey isn’t shying away from expectations, and he’s making it clear that the U.S. must deliver on home soil. In a recent one-on-one interview, Dempsey shared his belief that the USMNT is positioned for a historic run […]

Gotham FC just pulled off what seemed nearly impossible at the end of the regular season. The New York/New Jersey-based team entered the playoffs as the No. 8 seed, only clinching their spot at the last minute. Now, they’ve hoisted the NWSL Championship trophy for the second time in three years with a 1-0 win […]

After MLS made the bombshell decision to switch up its season schedule to match up with the rest of the world’s soccer calendar beginning in 2027, the NWSL’s talks of whether to follow suit are officially heating up. Commissioner Jessica Berman talked to ESPN on Thursday following her State of the League address and confirmed […]

NWSL commissioner Jessica Berman signed an extension to keep her role through the 2028 season, the league announced on Thursday. After taking over the job in 2022, Berman has managed to turn the NWSL’s reputation around after multiple investigations into “systemic abuse” and contributed to its exponential growth in visibility over the last few years. […]

The Washington Spirit are just days away from facing off against Gotham FC for the 2025 NWSL championship at PayPal Park in San Jose, California. Striker Gift Monday has been a major key in the Spirit’s season and playoff title run, and she’s more than ready to lead the way for her squad in their […]

Even though their season just ended in heartbreaking fashion, the Orlando Pride have already started to shake things up in their front office. The organization announced on Tuesday that sporting director and vice president of soccer operations Haley Carter would be stepping away from the franchise to pursue career opportunities elsewhere. Carter spent the last […]

Racing Louisville FC’s 2025 was a year of reaching many milestones, so it’s only fitting that they ended their season with one of the NWSL’s highest symbols of recognition. Manager Bev Yanez received the Coach of the Year award at the league’s first-ever formal awards ceremony, beating out the head coach of the No. 1 […]

The KC Current’s season may have been cut short, but not every aspect was disappointing for the players. At the inaugural NWSL Awards on Wednesday, Current star Temwa Chawinga was announced as the league’s Most Valuable Player for the second straight year. Chawinga now stands alone in the history books as the first-ever player to […]

Six months after suffering a scary collapse on the field mid-game, Angel City FC defender Savy King has made it her mission to ensure all 16 NWSL teams have proper CPR training. King is partnering with her nonprofit foundation, Savy King of Hearts, the American Heart Association, and the league to provide CPR training. Before […]

After a disappointing end to their 2025 NWSL season, the KC Current are already revamping the franchise for the next campaign. The organization announced on Friday that it’ll be making changes to its front office, as head coach Vlatko Andonovski leaves behind the manager role to become the club’s full-time sporting director. Andonovski served as […]