Soccer News
Fire threatens to engulf Erik ten Hag before late Harry Maguire heroics
Telegraph - 4 Oct 2024 02:14
At the home of the Dragons, Erik ten Hag felt the fire. At times it threatened to engulf him before substitute Harry Maguire came to his and Manchester United's rescue with an injury-time header. But will it save the man...
Watch: Leeds keeper Illan Meslier humiliated by extraordinary 96th-minute howler
Telegraph - 5 Oct 2024 01:43
Leeds, Leeds are falling apart again. Daniel Farke's side had the game won, a streetwise smash-and-grab on the road that would move them level on points with Sunderland at the top of the table and then disaster struck.
Gabbia, Pisilli and Maldini named in Italy´s Nations League squad
Soccer News - 5 Oct 2024 01:37
Luciano Spalletti handed four players their senior call-up to the Italy national team ahead of their Nations League fixtures next week. Italy take on Belgium and Israel in the next round of games, hoping to build on thei...
Meslier's incredible mistake gifts Sunderland dramatic point
Sky Sports - 5 Oct 2024 01:00
Leeds goalkeeper Illan Meslier gifted Championship leaders Sunderland a point on Friday night as his glaring error in the 97th minute ensured the promotion rivals drew 2-2.
Colorado Rapids v Seattle Sounders: Armas eyeing top four finish despite Galaxy setback
Soccer News - 5 Oct 2024 01:00
Colorado Rapids head coach Chris Armas believes his side can break into the top four of the Western Conference ahead of facing the Seattle Sounders this weekend. The Rapids currently occupy sixth in the standings and hav...
'What has he done?!' | Meslier's extraordinary howler costs Leeds late on!
Sky Sports - 5 Oct 2024 00:59
Leeds United goalkeeper Illan Meslier had a moment to forget as he failed to collect the simplest of takes that somehow spilled past him and into his goal that costs Leeds three points as they draw 2-2 to Sunderland.
´Winning is the best way to defend Man City´, says Guardiola
Soccer News - 5 Oct 2024 00:35
Pep Guardiola believes the best way to defend Manchester City amid their current hearing is by winning games. An independent hearing into City’s 115 charges for alleged breaches of the Premier League’s financial rule...
Napoli 3-1 Como: Lukaku and McTominay on target to extend hosts´ Serie A lead
Soccer News - 5 Oct 2024 00:05
Romelu Lukaku continued his fine start to life at Napoli as the Belgian notched a goal and two assists in his side’s 3-1 win over Como on Friday. The hosts found themselves ahead with just 26 seconds on the clock when ...
San Jose Earthquakes v Real Salt Lake: Russell targets strong finish at home
Soccer News - 4 Oct 2024 22:54
Ian Russell says San Jose Earthquakes are determined to get a positive result in their final home game as they welcome Real Salt Lake to PayPal Park in MLS. San Jose are looking to finish a disappointing season strongly ...
Maresca: Chelsea ´not ready´ to compete for trophies with Man City and Arsenal
Soccer News - 4 Oct 2024 21:31
Enzo Maresca says that Chelsea “are not ready” to compete for major trophies against Manchester City and Arsenal this season. The Blues have made a strong start to life under Maresca, losing just two of their 10 matc...
Ten Hag´s future ´not my call´, says Man Utd co-owner Ratcliffe
Soccer News - 4 Oct 2024 20:51
Manchester United co-owner Jim Ratcliffe says he does not hold power over the future of boss Erik ten Hag, amid the Red Devils’ woeful start to the season. United have taken just seven points from their first six Premi...
FC Cincinnati v Orlando City: Noonan praying for hosts to become a team again
Soccer News - 4 Oct 2024 20:43
Pat Noonan said his FC Cincinnati side must become a team again in order to return to winning ways after their winless MLS run extended to three games in midweek. The Orange and Blue were on the wrong side of a five-goal...
Pogba has four-year drug ban reduced to 18 months
Sky Sports - 4 Oct 2024 20:30
Paul Pogba's four-year drug ban has been reduced to 18 months following a successful appeal at the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
Rodgers won't change approach despite Dortmund humbling
Sky Sports - 4 Oct 2024 19:45
Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers has told his critics to judge him in January insisting he will not change his approach despite their 7-1 humbling against Borussia Dortmund.
Messi says MLS points record secondary as Miami face Toronto
Soccer News - 4 Oct 2024 19:33
Lionel Messi says breaking the single-season MLS points record is a secondary concern for Supporters’ Shield winners Inter Miami as they approach the playoffs. Miami clinched their first Supporters’ Shield triumph by...
Alonso wary of Kiel threat ahead of landmark Leverkusen outing
Soccer News - 4 Oct 2024 19:13
Xabi Alonso hopes to mark his 100th game in charge of Bayer Leverkusen with a victory, but the Spaniard is not underestimating bottom club Holstein Kiel. Alonso led his side to a win over Milan in the Champions League on...
Eidevall: 'Amateurish' WSL harming clubs' European chances
Sky Sports - 4 Oct 2024 18:42
Jonas Eidevall has accused the WSL of "amateurish behaviour" that he believes has harmed English teams' chances in European competitions and put Arsenal at a disadvantage ahead of key games against Bayern Munich and Chel...
Hurzeler keen to show response after learning from first Brighton loss
Soccer News - 4 Oct 2024 18:22
Fabian Hurzeler said Brighton will learn from their first loss under him as they aim to bounce back against Tottenham in the Premier League. The Seagulls had enjoyed an unbeaten start under the German in all competitions...
Lille loss a reality check for Real Madrid, says Ancelotti
Soccer News - 4 Oct 2024 17:49
Carlo Ancelotti is hopeful Real Madrid can bounce back from their shock Champions League loss to Lille, despite the short turnaround before Villarreal. Madrid return to LaLiga action on the back of the 1-0 defeat to the ...
FIFPRO: Court verdict on FIFA transfer rules will 'change football landscape'
Sky Sports - 4 Oct 2024 17:46
A court decision on FIFA's transfer rules will "change the landscape of professional football", world players' union FIFPRO has said.
Maresca calls on goal-happy Chelsea to tighten up versus Forest
Soccer News - 4 Oct 2024 17:34
Enzo Maresca has been delighted with Chelsea’s attacking prowess in the early weeks of his reign but says they have much to improve at the other end ahead of hosting Nottingham Forest. Maresca has made a strong start t...
Atlanta United v New York Red Bulls: Valentino questioning mentality after torrid run
Soccer News - 4 Oct 2024 17:20
Rob Valentino questioned Atlanta United’s mentality after their recent drop in form and hopes to find a solution before meeting the New York Red Bulls in MLS. The Five Stripes are winless in their last four matches, dr...