By Max Parsons One of the pulls of the FIFA World Cup is seeing the world’s biggest footballing stars gather to kick a ball around at the same prestigious table – the sport’s top table. Alongside the likes of Ballon d’Or winner Karim Benzema, however, …
2023 Women’s World Cup draw: England face Denmark; USA meet Netherlands
By Ali Rampling England will face China, Denmark and one of Senegal, Haiti or Chile in the 2023 World Cup group stages, as they bid to follow their Euro 2022 triumph with a world title. Reigning champions the USA face a reunion with the Netherlands – t…
Pachuca goalkeeper Oscar Ustari reflects on mistakes in 5-2 win over Monterrey
By Lizzy Becherano Pachuca triumphed 5-2 over Monterrey in the chaotic first-leg match of the 2022 Liga MX Apertura semi-final series on Thursday. Pachuca earned the initial lead with a goal from Nicolas Ibanez, before Rayados equalized the score only …
Erling Haaland’s agent suggests he could be first £1bn transfer
By Mitch Wilks Rafaela Pimenta has sensationally tipped Erling Haaland to become the first player to yield a transfer fee close to £1bn. Haaland joined Manchester City from Borussia Dortmund in a deal worth in excess of £50m over the summer and has alr…
Erling Haaland’s agent discusses possible Man City contract extension
By Mitch Wilks Erling Haaland’s agent Rafaela Pimenta has welcomed the prospect of him penning a new contract at Manchester City, amid reports already surfacing about his potential exit. The Norwegian forward joined City in summer from Borussia Dortmun…
WSL Gameweek 4 preview: Arsenal selection headache, Chelsea’s bogey side & table-topping Man Utd
By Ali Rampling & Jamie Spencer There’s plenty of WSL action to look forward to this weekend, with all 12 teams in action across Saturday and Sunday. Arsenal and Chelsea head into the weekend buoyed by their midweek Champions League victories, two side…
The all-time top goalscorers in MLS history
By Chris Smith Kei Kamara rolled back the years during the 2022 MLS regular season, scoring nine goals to help fire CF Montreal into the Playoffs. Since joining the league in 2006, Kamara has played for nine different teams and has always been a regula…
Kansas City Current’s Claire Lavogez out with an ACL tear
By Lizzy Becherano Kansas City Current midfielder Claire Lavogez is out after suffering an ACL tear during Sunday’s quarterfinal match against the Houston Dash. The Current stated that Lavogez will begin her rehabilitation immediately and is expected t…
New York Red Bulls sign goalkeeper Ryan Meara to a contract extension
By Lizzy Becherano The New York Red Bulls have signed longtime goalkeeper Ryan Meara to a contract extension, keeping him at the club through the 2024 MLS season with an option for 2025. He first joined the team in 2012 as an MLS SuperDraft pick, and h…
The best teams to start a save with on Football Manager 2023
By Tom Gott Football Manager 2023 is finally upon us, opening up a world of new save possibilities. Whether you’re looking for a fight with a scrappy underdog, a trophy-laden reign of terror or a dance with the financial devil, there’s something for ev…