The international break special in soccer brought forth intriguing matchups, including the clash between Canada and the US Men’s National Team (USMNT). Canada, under the guidance of Jesse Marsch, showed promise after a fourth-place finish in Copa América but still seeks to make a mark at the upcoming 2026 World Cup. On the other hand,
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When Jack Grealish returned to Manchester City this summer after being left out of England’s Euro 2024 squad, Pep Guardiola had a clear message for him. Despite the surprise of his omission, Guardiola saw it as an opportunity for Grealish to ignite himself and push for improvement. The hope is that City will benefit from
Conor Gallagher, the former Chelsea midfielder who recently signed with Atlético Madrid, has expressed only positive sentiments towards his time at Chelsea despite his tumultuous exit during the summer transfer window. Despite turning down multiple contract extension offers, Gallagher has chosen to focus on the positive memories and experiences he had while at the club.
Real Madrid could potentially be looking to offload winger Vinicius Junior after the signing of Kylian Mbappe according to reports from Sport. The club believes that they can succeed without the 24-year-old and may consider Athletic Club winger Nico Williams as a replacement. Williams, a standout performer for Spain, could be a strong fit for
Emma Hayes, the head coach of the United States women’s national team, recently spoke out about the challenges women face in breaking into the world of men’s football. Despite her impressive track record in the women’s game, Hayes believes that there is still a long way to go before women are given the opportunity to
French liquor company Pernod Ricard recently found itself in hot water after announcing a new sponsorship deal with Paris Saint-Germain, a move that sparked protests from fans of bitter rival Marseille. The fans argued that the famous anise-flavored drink, pastis, belonged to their city and felt betrayed by Pernod Ricard for partnering with PSG. The
Kylian Mbappé, the France national team captain, has recently opened up about his renewed mindset of “hating failure” as he joins the national team again after their Euro 2024 campaign in Germany. Despite describing reaching the semifinals as a failure, this experience has led him to reevaluate his perspective on winning and losing. Mbappé explained
Gio Reyna, the immensely talented midfielder for Borussia Dortmund and the USMNT, finds himself in a challenging situation as the summer transfer window has closed. Despite showing potential and promise, Reyna has struggled to secure consistent playing time. With limited minutes on the field in the previous season, Reyna is faced with the dilemma of
Japan has always been known for its attacking talent, but the challenge has been getting all of these talented players to work together seamlessly. However, in the recent Group C campaign against China, Samurai Blue coach Hajime Moriyasu showcased a new system that seems to have unlocked the full potential of the team. The 3-4-2-1
Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella, who recently shined for Spain during their Euro 2024 victory, has emphasized the critical need for stability within the Premier League club. Despite his success on the international stage, Cucurella has faced challenges since his transfer to Chelsea in a lucrative deal from Brighton two years ago. Coach’s Clear Ideas Under