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Vinícius Júnior Scores in 2-1 Real Madrid Victory at Manchester City
Real Madrid defeated Manchester City 2-1 on Tuesday following a goal and a provocative 'crying' celebration from Vinícius Júnior.
Morocco Awarded AFCON Title Following 3-0 Default Win Over Senegal
Appeals judges overturned Senegal's 1-0 extra-time victory, awarding Morocco a 3-0 default win due to a 15-minute walk-off in the January 18 final.
Real Madrid Reach Quarterfinals After 2-1 Win at Manchester City Seals 5-1 Aggregate
Real Madrid eliminated Manchester City from the Champions League for the third straight year following a 2-1 victory at the Etihad Stadium.
Arsenal Maintain Premier League Lead Amid Quadruple Pursuit
Arsenal remain atop the Premier League standings as they continue a historic pursuit of four major trophies this season.
Pochettino Cites 'Special' Gio Reyna Talent in USMNT Roster Selection
United States manager Mauricio Pochettino has included Gio Reyna in his latest squad for two upcoming friendlies, labeling him a very special talent.
USMNT Forward Ricardo Pepi Nears Permanent Transfer to Fulham
United States Men’s National Team striker Ricardo Pepi is on the verge of securing a move to Premier League side Fulham.
Manchester City Trails 3-0 While Chelsea Faces 5-2 Deficit in Champions League
Real Madrid carries a three-goal lead to Manchester while Paris Saint-Germain defends a 5-2 aggregate advantage against Chelsea in London.
FIFA and YouTube Ink World Cup Deal for 104-Game 2026 Tournament
FIFA announced a YouTube World Cup deal on Tuesday allowing rights-holding broadcasters to stream live game action and full matches to global audiences.
Pulisic, McKennie, and Richards Headline 27-Man USMNT Roster
Head coach Mauricio Pochettino has finalized a 27-player roster for the March international window, featuring stars from AC Milan, Juventus, and Crystal Palace.
Iran Requests FIFA Move World Cup Matches to Mexico Following Security Concerns
Mehdi Taj, president of Iran's football federation, is negotiating with FIFA to relocate three group stage matches from Los Angeles and Seattle to Mexico.
USMNT World Cup Kit History: Ranking 18 Jerseys From 1990 to 2026
A comprehensive evaluation of the 18 USMNT World Cup kit designs worn by the men’s national team over a 36-year span.
USMNT 2026 Kits Unveiled: 27 National Teams to Wear Unified Nike Designs
U.S. Soccer and Nike have launched the USMNT 2026 kits, featuring a curvy red-and-white striped home jersey and a navy star-embellished away strip.
Antonio Rüdiger Prepares for Erling Haaland Rematch in Manchester
Following a scoreless first leg for Manchester City's top striker, Antonio Rüdiger brings his physical defensive approach to the Etihad Stadium for the decisive return fixture.
Neymar Brazil Squad Omission Confirmed as Endrick Joins 26-Man Roster
Carlo Ancelotti has excluded Neymar from the latest Brazil squad for upcoming friendlies against France and Croatia, citing fitness concerns for the 79-goal scorer.
Pedro Neto Escapes UEFA Ban After Shoving Ball-Boy in 5-2 Defeat to PSG
UEFA has issued a formal warning to Pedro Neto following an incident where he pushed a ball-boy off a chair during Chelsea's 5-2 loss at Parc des Princes.
Catarina Macario Signs Record-Breaking Contract with San Diego Wave FC
United States forward Catarina Macario has joined San Diego Wave FC in a move sources describe as the largest total contract value in women's soccer history.
Arteta Weighs Max Dowman Involvement After Impact Against Everton
Mikel Arteta suggests Max Dowman could see increased minutes for Arsenal after an impressive performance against Everton on Saturday.
Noahkai Banks Declines USMNT March Camp Call-Up Amid Germany Interest
Augsburg FC defender Noahkai Banks will not join the U.S. men's national team for the upcoming FIFA international window.
Chelsea Handed Suspended One-Year Transfer Ban and £10.75 Million Fine
Chelsea received a suspended one-year transfer ban and a £10.75 million fine for historical rule breaches involving undisclosed payments made between 2011 and 2018.
Laporta Secures Presidency Until 2031: Official Stance on Messi Return
Joan Laporta has been confirmed as Barcelona president for a term extending to 2031, immediately addressing the potential for Lionel Messi to rejoin the club.
Leny Yoro: Manchester United Squad Wanted Casemiro to Remain at Old Trafford
Leny Yoro confirmed that the Manchester United locker room advocated for Casemiro to stay prior to the midfielder's decision to depart.
Szoboszlai Issues Rallying Cry Following 1-1 Draw with Tottenham
Dominik Szoboszlai has called for unity among the Liverpool fanbase after the club played out a 1-1 draw against Tottenham Hotspur.
AFC General Secretary Windsor John Confirms Iran World Cup 2026 Participation in US Cities
Asian Football Confederation officials verify that Iran remains scheduled for three group stage matches in California and Washington during the 48-team tournament.
Álvaro Arbeloa Orchestrates Historic Treble with Real Madrid Juvenil A
Álvaro Arbeloa led the Real Madrid Juvenil A squad to a historic domestic treble during the 2022-23 season, finishing the campaign without a single defeat.