Lamine Yamal’s trademark trivela: Dissecting the Barcelona star’s work of art
It is a piece of skill Lamine Yamal is making an art form — and yet another reason the 17-year-old is one of the most exciting players in world football. …
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Saudi Arabia 2034 World Cup explained: Why FIFA’s awarding of the competition is controversial
In 10 years — give or take six months — the 2034 men’s World Cup will be played in Saudi Arabia. Its confirmation as the tournament host will be waved …
Christian Pulisic: The stigma of American soccer players in Europe ‘p***** me off’
“When I was watching that part of the first episode,” Christian Pulisic says, “I was like, wow, I’m really awkward, and everyone sees me as this boring guy who doesn’t …
Watching the Premier League from LA’s futuristic sports bar – and a restricted-view seat
You may have seen the clips going viral on social media. The fans watching sporting events indoors, on a huge screen that makes them feel as though they are in …
Lionel Messi crowned MLS MVP for 2024 season
Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi has been voted as Major League Soccer’s MVP for the 2024 season. It was the 37-year-old’s first full season at the U.S. club, whom he …
Gout Gout: 16-year-old sensation beats Australian 200m record held for 56 years | Athletics News
Gout Gout becomes the fastest 16-year-old ever after clocking 20.04 seconds in the 200 metres; That breaks the 56-year-old Australian record held by Peter Norman from the 1968 Olympics; He …
Trump and Infantino: Club World Cup draw becomes a tale of two presidents
It began with a music video, entitled Fiesta de Campeones (the Champions Party), with lyrics that told us, “Football unites the world” and, “It’s a FIFA party, we know how …
Club World Cup team guide: Inter to Chelsea to Auckland City, all 32 profiled
The 2025 Club World Cup will feature 32 clubs from across the globe who will go through group stages and then knockout rounds. This differs from the previous format, which …
Premier League Rainbow Laces campaign explained: What is it and what has sparked controversy?
The Premier League’s Rainbow Laces campaign, an annual show of support for the LGBTQ+ community, has been overshadowed this week. Ipswich Town captain Sam Morsy twice refused to wear the …
Manchester United’s Chido Obi – The under-18 record goalscorer who left Arsenal for Old Trafford
Paul Aladejare will never forget the phone call. It was August 2020 and his scouting boss at Arsenal’s academy was ringing, although this time it was not with instructions on …