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Brighton won't sell Mac Allister
Soccer News - 13 Dec 2022 11:17
According to a recent report from Fabrizio Romano, Brighton do not intend on selling Alexis Mac Allister despite rumours suggesting otherwise. Over the course of the last few weeks, the 23-year-old Mac Allister has been ...
What's Powering Argentina at the World Cup? 1,100 Pounds of Yerba Mate.
The New York Times - 13 Dec 2022 08:00
The herbal drink is beloved by South American players, who have taken it with them around the world -- including to Qatar.
The Pundit Whisperer of Qatar's beIN Sports World Cup Coverage
The New York Times - 13 Dec 2022 00:43
Qatar's beIN Sports hired a host of retired soccer stars to bring authority to its World Cup coverage and a group of interpreters to render their words into Arabic. The toughest assignments go to one man.
How Many Times Has Argentina Been to the World Cup Finals?
The New York Times - 13 Dec 2022 23:33
Lionel Messi has never won a World Cup, but he now gets another chance.
Racial abuse confirmed in Hibs vs Dundee Utd match
Sky Sports - 13 Dec 2022 23:10
Hibernian have been told a comment made by one of their fans in their match at Dundee United in October was of a racist nature, following a further investigation into the incident.
Magical Messi inspires Argentina to World Cup final
Sky Sports - 13 Dec 2022 22:45
Lionel Messi gave himself one last shot at World Cup glory as he and Julian Alvarez scored for Argentina in a 3-0 win over Croatia at the Lusail Iconic Stadium to reach the final.
Lionel Messi and Argentina Are One Half Away From the World Cup Final
The New York Times - 13 Dec 2022 22:19
Messi scored on a penalty to put Argentina on top in the first half and Julian Álvarez followed up soon after to double the lead. Follow live.
Arteta reveals Arsenal are ´very active´ looking at transfer options and supports White
Soccer News - 13 Dec 2022 20:36
Mikel Arteta revealed Arsenal have been “very active” looking at potential January signings as the Premier League leaders strive to maintain their title charge. The Gunners are five points clear of second-placed Manc...
Belgium target ´serial winner´ in advert to replace Martinez after dismal World Cup
Soccer News - 13 Dec 2022 20:28
Belgium are targeting the appointment of a “serial winner” as they welcome applications to succeed Roberto Martinez as head coach after their early World Cup exit. Martinez led Belgium to their best World Cup finish ...
Messi to match Matthaus´ World Cup record with start against Croatia
Soccer News - 13 Dec 2022 19:52
Lionel Messi will match Lothar Matthaus’ World Cup record of 25 appearances after the Argentina captain was, as expected, named in the starting XI to face Croatia. Messi, whose six goal involvements in Qatar have only ...
Dortmund director labels Reyna World Cup reports ´incomprehensible´
Soccer News - 13 Dec 2022 19:06
Borussia Dortmund sporting director Sebastian Kehl described reports of poor behaviour from Giovanni Reyna during the United States’ World Cup campaign as “incomprehensible.” Gregg Berhalter’s young USA side suff...
FIFPRO demands Iran revokes death sentence threat against footballer
Soccer News - 13 Dec 2022 18:30
Global players’ union FIFPRO has called for Iran to lift a reported death sentence on footballer Amir Nasr-Azadani, saying it is “shocked and sickened” by his situation. Nasr-Azadani has played for a number of club...
Ibrahimovic urges ´scary´ Leao to stay at Milan
Soccer News - 13 Dec 2022 18:12
Zlatan Ibrahimovic has urged his Milan team-mate Rafael Leao to reject interest from other clubs and stay at San Siro in order to realise his “scary” potential. Leao played a key role as Milan ended an 11-year wait t...
Capello: Southgate should stay as England boss if players are behind him
Soccer News - 13 Dec 2022 17:03
Gareth Southgate should remain as England manager if he feels the players are behind him, according to former Three Lions boss Fabio Capello. Southgate has admitted to being “conflicted” as he weighs up his future in...
Mississippi State head coach Mike Leach dies aged 61
Soccer News - 13 Dec 2022 16:47
Mississippi State head coach Mike Leach died on Monday at the age of 61, the university has announced. Leach passed away at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, Mississippi, due to complications from ...
Three Players and a Podcast: How friendly can you be with your opposition?
Sky Sports - 13 Dec 2022 16:00
Arsenal's Jen Beattie and Everton's Izzy Christiansen discuss the difficult balance between friendship and rivalry in women's football with former Lioness Rachel Yankey on Three Players and a Podcast.
'There are Ferraris on the water!' | Bizarre scenes in Qatar ahead of semi-finals!
Sky Sports - 13 Dec 2022 15:57
Sky Sports senior reporter Geraint Hughes reports from outside Croatia's hotel in Qatar with the bizarre sight of Ferraris out on the water in the bay.
"For me, Mbappe is going to be the best player for the World Cup" - 2002 World Cup winner Ronaldo (Video)
Soccer News - 13 Dec 2022 15:22
Here’s a man who certainly knows a thing or two about being the best player at a World Cup, giving his views on the top performer of the ongoing tournament in Qatar. 🗣 “I was talking about how fast he is and how g...
Croatia keeper Livakovic not on Bayern radar despite Neuer injury - Kahn
Soccer News - 13 Dec 2022 15:19
Bayern Munich will not make a move for Croatia goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic as a replacement for Manuel Neuer, says Oliver Kahn. The Bundesliga champions are set to be without their first choice man between the posts aft...
The factors behind Kane's missed penalty in England exit
Sky Sports - 13 Dec 2022 15:17
The world seemed to stand still.
Fabio Capello criticizes England for going for long balls from the back too frequently (Video)
Soccer News - 13 Dec 2022 15:10
Fabio Capello, who managed England for just over four years between December 2007 and February 2012, believes the Three Lions were the best team in the World Cup in Qatar and deserved to be in the semifinal, but he claim...
American businessman Bill Foley completes takeover of Premier League side Bournemouth
Soccer News - 13 Dec 2022 15:09
A partnership led by American businessman Bill Foley has completed its takeover of Premier League side Bournemouth in a deal reportedly worth more than £100million. Previous owner Maxim Demin has sold his 100 per cent s...