Apple has a new deal to stream MLB games on Friday nights. The exclusive $85 million, multi-year, contract marks Apple’s first foray into live sports coverage. Meanwhile, the news could give MLB players a bit more leverage in their ongoing CBA negotiations. There were rumors that Apple was in the […]
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Revs Coach Bruce Arena Breaks MLS Record for Most Wins
New England Revolution head coach Bruce Arena recorded his 241st MLS win when his team beat FC Dallas 1-0 on Saturday. The number sets a new record in the history of the league, surpassing Sigi Schmid’s total. Arena began his MLS coaching career in 1996 at DC United, where he […]
Charlotte FC with Expected 75K in Record-Breaking Home Opener vs. Galaxy
Charlotte FC’s first-ever MLS home match is set to break the attendance record in the league. 75,000 people are expected at the Bank of America Stadium to watch the match against LA Galaxy on Saturday evening. Charlotte will surpass the previous record of 73,019 people in the crowd, which dated […]
Stanford Women’s Goalkeeper Katie Meyer Dies at Age 22
Stanford announced the death of a student in a campus residence on Monday. A day later, the university confirmed it was Katie Meyer, the 22-year-old goalkeeper and captain of the Stanford women’s soccer team. Meyer led the Cardinal to victory in the 2019 NCAA College Cup championship game. The cause […]
Russian Club and National Teams Excluded from International Football, UEFA Cuts Deal with Gazprom
FIFA and UEFA have suspended Russian clubs and national teams from all competitions. They are all banned until further notice. Vladimir Putin’s order to invade Ukraine comes with high-cost sanctions at sporting level too, after financial and political penalties were imposed by international bodies and countries. FIFA and UEFA have […]
Neymar Goes Public on Wish to Play in the MLS Before Retirement
Paris Saint-Germain and Brazil star Neymar revealed that he’d want to try life in the MLS before putting an end to his professional career. Neymar is under contract at Parc des Princes until 2025. The attacker said he’d favor a move to the MLS over a return to Brazil. “I […]
Timbers Sack Polo Following Allegations of Domestic Abuse
Portland Timbers have terminated Andy Polo’s contract one day after he was suspended on allegations of domestic abuse by his former partner. The Peruvian is denying any wrongdoing. Genessis Alarcon, his ex-lover and the mother of his chilren, accused the MLS player of physical and emotional abuse during a Peruvian […]
Ronaldo to Consider His Man. United Future based on UCL Finish and New Managerial Appointment
Cristiano Ronaldo is not certain that he’ll stay at Old Trafford beyond this season, despite only moving back to Manchester last summer. The 37-year-old will make a decision on his future after United appoints a permanent manager for next season. A top-four finish in the Premier League, meaning a Champions […]
AFCON 2021: Liverpool’s Salah and Mane set for Confrontation When Senegal and Egypt Meet in the Finals
Liverpool’s star forwards Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane will meet in the Africa Cup of Nations final. After Senegal beat Burkina Faso 3-1 on Wednesday, Egypt won on penalties (3-1) against the tournament’s hosts Cameroon to progress. Salah didn’t even need to take a penalty in the shootout, as three […]
Aubameyang Agrees Massive $20 Million Pay Cut and Leaves Arsenal by Mutual Agreement to Join FC Barcelona
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang agreed terms with Arsenal to cancel his contract in North London. The attacker will join Barcelona. It’s understood that Aubameyang, who flew out to Catalonia on Monday morning, took a pay cut estimated at $20 million over the next 18 months to facilitate the move. Whatever you think […]
Brentford Agrees Contract Terms with Eriksen, Move Now Depending on Medical
Premier League club Brentford has agreed on a six-month contract with Christian Eriksen. The deal will only go through if Eriksen passes a thorough medical test. The Dane accepted a short-term contract, which can be extended for a further year next summer. The 29-year-old assured during an interview in December […]
D.C. United and FC Dallas Agree on Record Deal for Paul Arriola
Winger Paul Arriola will play for FC Dallas in the new MLS season after the club reached a deal with D.C. United for his transfer. The Athletic reports that the trade will send $2 million in general allocation money to D.C. United, the highest return in the history of the […]
Former Real Madrid and Man. City Star Robinho Sentenced to Nine Years in Jail for Rape
The Italian Supreme Court upheld the conviction of former Real Madrid, Manchester City, and AC Milan star Robinho to nine years in prison after his involvement in a gang rape that took place in 2013. The ruling is definitive and cannot be challenged. Robinho and five other Brazilian citizens were […]
RSL Signs 14-year-old Axel Kei Who Becomes Youngest Player in MLS History
Real Salt Lake signed Axel Kei from the RSL Academy on a two-year deal. He is only 14 years and 15 days old. Kei is the youngest player to ever sign with a team in MLS history, surpassing Freddy Adu’s 18-year record. Adu was 153 days older than Kei when […]
MLS Cup: New York City FC Win The Final for the First Time in Their History After Beating Timbers on Penalties
New York City FC won the MLS Cup after an epic game at Providence Park. It’s the first major piece of silverware in the history of the New York club. You can watch the highlights of the MLS Cup final here. The hosts at Portland Timbers and NYC could not […]
Haaland’s Agent Hints at Summer Transfer, Mentions Four Possible Destinations
Erling Haaland hit the ground running for Dortmund since returning to the pitch following a hip flexor injury. In his three games for Borussia since Nov. 27, he’s netted four times, shining his unstoppable aura status among the European elite. Over the summer, the 21-year-old was a transfer target for […]
MLS to Launch Pro Development Division in 2022
Major League Soccer will launch MLS Next Pro in 2022 to help players develop and experience new formats, strategies, and approaches toward the game. Twenty MLS clubs, through their second teams and one independent franchise, Rochester New York FC, will be part of MLS Next Pro’s inaugural season. Rochester New […]
Ronaldo Accuses Ballon d’Or Chief of Lying
Cristiano Ronaldo didn’t attend the Ballon d’Or 2021 ceremony in Paris on Monday evening. Ronaldo, a five-time Ballon d’Or winner, finished in sixth place, his worst performance since 2010. Lionel Messi won a record-breaking seventh Ballon d’Or after collecting 613 points from the 180 journalists who formed the international jury. […]
Ronaldo Benched for Man. United’s Match vs Chelsea, Storms Off After Final Whistle
Cristiano Ronaldo started Manchester United’s big match away at Chelsea on the bench. The Portuguese striker was subbed into the match in the 64th minute, replacing Jadon Sancho. After the final whistle, Ronaldo went straight to the locker room without shaking hands with Chelsea’s players or clapping the United traveling […]
Erling Haaland Returns on the Pitch Early After Injury and Scores Brilliant Goal for Dortmund
Haaland wasn’t expected to play until the new year, but insisted on returning to help his team on their pursuit of the Bundesliga title. Haaland was subbed on after 72 minutes in Wolfsburg and only needed eight minutes to go back to scoring goals. Erling Haaland is BACK! 🙌 pic.twitter.com/eWV6yqEFdE […]