Orlando Pride managed to maintain their six-point lead in the Shield race after defeating Chicago 1-0, thanks to a goal from Marta. This victory also allowed them to become the first team to officially qualify for the playoffs after Angel City lost to Seattle. The team’s consistency and ability to secure wins are commendable, especially
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In a recent Nations League clash between Belgium and France, Belgium captain Kevin De Bruyne expressed his frustration with his teammates after a 2-0 defeat. This is not the first time De Bruyne has been visibly upset during a match, and his anger reached a boiling point during this particular game. De Bruyne did not
French soccer player Wissam Ben Yedder has found himself in legal trouble once again. The player was taken into custody over the weekend and is set to stand trial on charges of “sexual assault in a state of inebriation.” The public prosecutor’s office has appealed the decision not to remand Ben Yedder into custody after
Despite interest from Fenerbahce, Antony is committed to staying at Manchester United, as reported by ESPN. The Brazilian winger, who has only played one minute in the first three Premier League games of the season, is eager to feature more regularly for the club. Even though Fenerbahce, managed by Jose Mourinho, may make a formal
In a shocking turn of events, the United States men’s national team suffered a devastating loss to Canada on home soil. This defeat marked Canada’s first victory over the USMNT on U.S. territory in 27 games, dating back to 1957. The 2-1 result not only highlighted the struggles of the U.S. team following their early
Flamengo seems to be leading the race for former Manchester United striker Anthony Martial. The 28-year-old is currently a free agent after his contract expired in the summer. Despite receiving offers from three different clubs, it is reported that Flamengo has made the best proposal. Talks are ongoing between the Brazilian Serie A side and
Steven Bergwijn, the Dutch winger, recently expressed his disappointment with coach Ronald Koeman after being criticized for his move to Saudi Arabia. Koeman stated that Bergwijn’s Netherlands career was over following his transfer to Al Ittihad from Ajax, questioning his motives and suggesting a lack of sporting ambition. Bergwijn, in response, made it clear that
United States women’s national team forward Alex Morgan has announced her retirement from professional soccer. In a heartfelt social media video, Morgan revealed that she is pregnant with her second child and will be playing her last game on Sunday for San Diego Wave FC. This news marks the end of an era for one
In a surprising turn of events, five United States women’s national team players have been nominated for the prestigious 2024 Women’s Ballon d’Or award. This annual accolade, presented by France Football magazine, celebrates the outstanding achievements of female footballers around the world. Among the nominees are captain and midfielder Lindsey Horan, goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher, and
Uruguayan football star Luis Suárez shocked fans and football enthusiasts alike by announcing his retirement from the Uruguay national team in a recent press conference. After representing his country for 17 years, Suárez revealed that he will be stepping away from international duty following Uruguay’s World Cup qualifier against Paraguay. Suárez leaves as Uruguay’s all-time
Portugal’s star forward, Cristiano Ronaldo, recently addressed rumors suggesting that he considered retiring from international football. Despite facing criticism post-Euros, Ronaldo remained steadfast in his commitment to the national team. He emphasized that the idea of ending his cycle with Portugal never crossed his mind, and in fact, it fueled his motivation to continue representing
In a surprising turn of events, Bayern Munich midfielder Joshua Kimmich has been appointed as the new captain of Germany’s national team. This decision comes after his predecessor Ilkay Gündogan, along with several other senior players, announced their retirement from international duty following Euro 2024. This marks a significant shift in leadership for the national