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Real Madrid legend Roberto Carlos, 52, reportedly underwent emergency heart surgery in Brazil. Arguably one of the finest defenders in the sport’s history, Carlos was admitted to a hospital in São Paulo after doctors discovered a cardiac issue during an examination for a blood clot in his leg. As per the Spanish-language media outlet, AS […]

Current AC Milan star and former Real Madrid captain Luka Modrić recently named the coach who once made soccer legend Cristiano Ronaldo cry. In a recent interview with Corriere della Sera, Modrić opened up about several of his past coaches, including his time at Madrid under José Mourinho. Reflecting on his spell under Mourinho, Modrić […]

Soccer veteran and AC Milan star Luka Modrić recently opened up about his relationship with former Real Madrid player Cristiano Ronaldo. The Croatian and Portuguese soccer legends shared the same jersey for nearly six years before Ronaldo departed for Juventus. Modrić joined Madrid in 2012 and stayed until 2025 as their captain before departing on […]

Barcelona star Robert Lewandowski has finally addressed one of the more uncomfortable rumors from his first season in Spain, and his answer adds context to a stretch that puzzled fans at the time. During the 2022–23 La Liga campaign, Lewandowski surged to 23 league goals as FC Barcelona pushed through a well-documented financial crunch. Reports […]

The NWSL’s plan to implement a “High Impact Player Rule,” which would allow teams to offer certain athletes contracts that exceed the salary cap, was met with controversy, but the league has decided to push forward with the mechanism despite the protests. The NWSLPA voiced that it disagrees with the choice after suggesting its own […]

One of the most respected names in soccer, Cristiano Ronaldo, recently drew a parallel between his and tennis legend Novak Djokovic’s sporting careers. Both veterans in their field, having overcome adversity and competition from other tough competitors in the past two decades. Last week on Sunday, Djokovic was present in Dubai, UAE, to attend the […]

Forty-year-old soccer legend Cristiano Ronaldo has been an active part of the Saudi Arabian soccer team, Al-Nassr FC, since 2023. Following a jump from Manchester United a couple of years ago, Ronaldo became an integral part of the Middle Eastern team’s squad. Ronaldo rose to popularity from a young age after his stint at the […]

Inter Miami captain and soccer legend Lionel Messi‘s sister, Maria Sol Messi, was injured in a serious car crash, according to Mirror. Due to marry Inter Miami U-19 youth coach Julian Arellano, their wedding has now been postponed. She is said to have sustained serious injuries, including spinal fractures and burns, in the crash. She […]

Lionel Messi has cemented his legacy as arguably the greatest athlete of this generation. According to Le Journal de Quebec’s prestigious list of ‘the best athlete of the 21st Century,’ the Inter Miami captain has ranked top, standing ahead of multiple other active and former athletes. The Argentinian soccer star stands first on the list, […]

Boston Legacy FC has added another valuable piece to its growing roster as the club prepares to make its NWSL debut in 2026. The team announced Monday that forward Ella Stevens signed a deal to leave Gotham FC, joining the expansion franchise for at least two years with a mutual option to renew. Stevens will […]

YouTube sensation MrBeast has now set his target on a collaboration with Lionel Messi after a successful project with Cristiano Ronaldo. Last year, in 2024, MrBeast flew down to Saudi Arabia for a project with Ronaldo. Both stars appeared on each other’s videos, which soon went viral and earned millions of views. Now, a year […]

Vinicius Jr.’s future at Real Madrid has shifted from certainty to tension, and Europe has taken notice. What once looked like a straightforward contract renewal now sits in limbo, with stalled talks, public frustration, and growing interest from the Premier League. According to multiple reports in Spain, Manchester United has already taken a concrete step […]

Soccer legend Cristiano Ronaldo now finds himself a part of Bruno Fernandes’ five-a-side team. The Manchester United captain recently appeared for an interview with Rio Ferdinand, where he shared the names he would pick for the best five-a-side team consisting of his former teammates. The 31-year-old’s list consisted of several legendary names apart from “CR7”. […]

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has opened up about his bumpy ride with the club. Despite a star-studded team and an extremely talented coach, Manchester United has failed to impress its fans and critics for the past few seasons. Despite a woesome time for the northern English club, the Portuguese star revealed that he rejected […]

The NWSL’s Board of Governors recently voted to approve a “High Impact Player” rule that would allow teams to offer certain athletes contracts that go beyond the salary cap, allowing the league to compete with higher offers from Europe. However, the NWSLPA doesn’t agree with the proposal and expressed concerns over what the mechanism would […]

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 […]