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Pochettino Signs 4-Year U.S. Deal After 4-1 Belgium Loss as Hayes Eyes 2030
Mauricio Pochettino has signed a four-year contract extension to lead the U.S. men's team through the 2030 World Cup following a 17-12-2 start to his tenure.

USMNT Transfer Grades: Arfsten Joins Boro for $7.5M as Reyna Hits Ligue 1
Max Arfsten earns a B+ grade for his $7.5 million move to Middlesbrough, joining Sebastian Berhalter and Aidan Morris in the Championship.

Pochettino Extends USMNT Contract Through 2030 Following 11-Goal World Cup
Mauricio Pochettino will lead the USMNT through the 2030 World Cup after the team set a program record with 11 goals last summer.

Liverpool Secure Ronald Araújo on Season-Long Loan with Transfer Option
Barcelona captain Ronald Araújo is set to join Liverpool on a season-long loan deal that includes an option for a permanent move.

Lankshear Debut Goal Secures 1-0 Middlesbrough Win Over Wrexham
Will Lankshear scored in the 61st minute as Middlesbrough beat Wrexham 1-0 to advance in the Carabao Cup.

Erling Haaland’s 162 Goals Lead Manchester City into 2026-27 Club Soccer Season
The 2026-27 club soccer season begins with Erling Haaland seeking to build on 162 goals for Manchester City following Norway's World Cup quarterfinal run.

World Cup Burnout: Bayern Munich Stars Log 5,931 Minutes Before 2026-27 Kickoff
Bayern Munich players totaled a record 5,931 minutes in North America, while Arsenal defender William Saliba faces months out with a back injury.

Man City Reject Barcelona's $57.79M Opening Offer for Midfielder Rodri
Manchester City have dismissed a €50 million proposal from Barcelona for Rodri, though negotiations for the 30-year-old midfielder are set to persist.

Vinícius Júnior Signs Six-Year Real Madrid Contract Extension Until June 2032
Real Madrid announced a new six-year deal for Vinícius Júnior following a Wednesday meeting that resolved a year-long deadlock in negotiations.