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In 1st MLS season, SD advances to Western final

Anders Dreyer scored in the second half and Pablo Sisniega made three saves to lead expansion side San Diego FC to a 1-0 victory over Minnesota United in a Western Conference semifinal.

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Amorim wishes United showed fight Everton did

Ruben Amorim said that Manchester United are nowhere near being able to fight at the top of the Premier League table following their 1-0 defeat to 10-man Everton on Monday.

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Moyes on Gueye red: 'Like my players fighting'

David Moyes refused to condemn Idrissa Gueye for his bizarre red card as Everton clung on to beat Manchester United 1-0.

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Copa final debacle: Organizers settle for $14M

A settlement has been reached in the class action lawsuit that was filed by fans in the wake of the chaotic 2024 Copa América final between Argentina and Colombia held at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida.

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Palace player facing ban for WWE-style headlock

Crystal Palace midfielder Ruesha Littlejohn is likely facing a lengthy ban after she was sent off for placing Leicester City's Hannah Cain in a headlock and wrestling her to the ground during their League Cup clash Sunday.

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Pep 'ashamed' of altercation with cameraman

Pep Guardiola has admitted he is "embarrassed and ashamed" after his interaction with a television cameraman in the aftermath of Manchester City's defeat to Newcastle United on Saturday.

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Rashford back for Barça's UCL match with Chelsea

Marcus Rashford has recovered from flu in time to return to England this week for Barcelona's Champions League fixture in London against Chelsea.

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Source: Columbus' Nancy near deal with Celtic

Celtic FC have formally contacted the Columbus Crew regarding the possible hiring of Wilfried Nancy to be their next manager, a source with knowledge of the situation told ESPN.

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⚽ Reranked: MVPs for top Premier League clubs

Based on a simple combination of ability and tactical importance, we've reranked the best players in order at the Big Six Premier League clubs.

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Man United have improved under Amorim, but closer look at metrics paints a harsh picture

It's been one year since Ruben Amorim's first game in charge of Man United. There has been some improvement, but the core metrics of Amorim's influence tell a different story.

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The wolves of Real Madrid are already snarling at Xabi Alonso's door

Real Madrid are top of LaLiga and on course to reach the knockout phase of the Champions League. So why is coach Xabi Alonso facing so much scrutiny?

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Why Bayern boss Kompany is well placed to succeed Guardiola at Man City

If Bayern's clash with Arsenal is an audition to replace Pep Guardiola, ex-City defender and ESPN FC analyst Nedum Onuoha thinks Kompany fits the bill.

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Predicting the USMNT's starting lineup at the World Cup: What previous tournaments tell us

When the USMNT plays in a World Cup, there are always some locks, and always some players who come out of nowhere to start games.

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Transfer rumors, news: Chelsea, Man United eye new Germany star Ouédraogo

RB Leipzig midfielder Assan Ouédraogo is a target for Chelsea and Manchester United. Transfer Talk has the latest news and rumors.

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Liverpool's crisis deepens with another defeat and more dropped points for Madrid

A bad season just keeps getting worse for Arne Slot and Liverpool, while Real Madrid also dropped points in a sluggish draw with Elche. Ga Marcotti recaps the weekend.

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Will Man United ever change? Another missed chance under Amorim on dismal night vs. Everton

Exactly one year after Ruben Amorim's arrival, Manchester United had their latest chance to prove they had turned a corner. They couldn't.

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Liverpool are on course to be worst-ever Premier League defending champions. Can Slot stop the rot?

Liverpool spent £450 million in the summer to cement their position as England's dominant force. But after 12 games, their title defense is in chaos.

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Gotham rides series of magic moments to win NWSL championship

On Saturday night, Gotham's stars shone brightest when it counted most.

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Ranking Cristiano Ronaldo's overhead kick goals for Real Madrid, Portugal, Al Nassr

Ronaldo's 954th career goal was one of his best, adding to his collection of stunning acrobatic strikes.

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MLS playoffs: Messi leads Miami to East final as NYC FC end Philadelphia’s season

Luis Suárez benched for Matteo Silvetti, who scored twiceUnion’s Supporters’ Shield-winning season endsTadeo Allende scored a second-half brace, Lionel Messi scored and picked up three assists and Inter Miami pulled away to a 4-0 victory over FC Cincinnati in Sunday’s MLS Eastern Conference semi-fi…

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Nine-man Vancouver Whitecaps dump LAFC, Son Heung-min from MLS playoffs in stunner

Whitecaps win on PKs after surrendering 2-0 leadLAFC hit woodwork three times in extra timeDefender Mathías Laborda scored a first-half goal before delivering the winner in a penalty-kick shootout and the Vancouver Whitecaps beat Los Angeles FC in a Western Conference semi-final on Saturday night b…

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MLS reveals 2026 schedule featuring two-month break for World Cup

Inter Miami to open new stadium on 4 AprilSeason starts on 21 February and ends on 7 NovemberTell us: have you bought tickets for the 2026 World Cup yet?Lionel Messi and Inter Miami will play a Major League Soccer match in their new stadium for the first time on 4 April, one of the…

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As his career ends in MLS, Sergio Busquets’ small decisions remain perfect

The Spaniard’s style of possession football is not easily defined by stats and data. We tried to do so anywayTell us: have you bought tickets for the 2026 World Cup yet?Sergio Busquets didn’t expect to last this long. More than a decade ago, he predicted he’d retire by his early 30…

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MLS re-opens investigation into Philadelphia Union executive as team puts him on leave

Ernst Tanner was subject of Guardian investigationComplaint alleged racist, sexist, and homophobic commentsTanner denies allegations, which initial MLS investigation did not corroborateRead our full investigation | Summary of our findingsMajor League Soccer announced on Wednesday that it is re-open…

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Ernst Tanner: What our investigation revealed about the Philadelphia Union’s sporting director

Tanner denies allegations of sexist, racist and homophobic comments, which prompted a recently-concluded MLS investigation that could not corroborate themRead the full investigation hereOn Tuesday, the Guardian published an investigation into allegations against Philadelphia Union sporting director…

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MLS executive who built a powerhouse faced allegations of sexist, racist and homophobic behavior

Philadelphia Union sporting director Ernst Tanner denies the allegations, which prompted a recently-concluded MLS investigation that could not corroborate themRead a summary of our investigation hereFrom a box above the field at PayPal Park in San Jose, Ernst Tanner looked on. It was 10 June 2023, …

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Celtic accelerate move to take Wilfried Nancy from Columbus Crew as new manager

Club hope to have Frenchman in charge next weekendAny compensation not regarded as problematicCeltic are to accelerate talks with Wilfried Nancy over the weekend as the Columbus Crew manager edges closer to replacing Brendan Rodgers in Glasgow. Celtic are understood to have informed the Major Leagu…

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Pitch Points: Pep’s next thousand games; will Messi drag Miami to glory?

The world of soccer throws up no shortage of questions. Today, Graham Ruthven endeavors to answer three of themPep Guardiola has done a lot with his 1,000 matches as a manager. At Barcelona, Bayern Munich and Manchester City, he has lifted 40 trophies (including three Community Shields, because why…

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MLS drops ‘Season Pass’ paywall, with all games available on Apple TV

Streaming service charged an additional feeLeague is in Year 3 of 10-year $2.5bn media rights dealApple TV subscribers will be able to watch all Major League Soccer matches without an additional subscription beginning next year.During the first three years of MLS’ 10-year, $2.5bn agreement with App…

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MLS announces calendar change, will play fall-to-spring from 2027 onward

League will also move to a single-table formatSeason will start in July and end in MayThe MLS board of governors have voted to change the league’s schedule to more closely align with the European calendar, with seasons beginning in the late summer and ending in the spring.The league announced the c…

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MLS playoffs: San Diego rout Timbers, advance to Western semifinals

Amahl Pellegrino and Anders Dreyer score bracesSan Diego to face Minnesota United in next roundAmahl Pellegrino and Anders Dreyer each scored twice and San Diego FC eased into their first-ever Western Conference semi-final appearance with a 4-0 victory over the visiting Portland Timbers to clinch t…

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MLS playoffs: Minnesota best Seattle in a classic as Miami rout Nashville

Lionel Messi scores two and assists two in 4-0 winCincinnati eliminates Columbus on late Brenner goalDayne St Clair scored and Andrew Thomas hit the crossbar in a penalty-kick shootout that was decided by the goalkeepers in the 11th round, and Minnesota United staged a shorthanded rally to beat the…

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MLS suspends Luis Suárez for Inter Miami playoff decider after off-ball kick

Suárez banned for off-ball kick in Game 2Inter Miami star to miss playoff deciderForward has history of violent conductMajor League Soccer suspended Inter Miami star forward Luis Suárez for Saturday’s key playoff match against Nashville SC.Suárez received the one-match suspension from the MLS Disci…

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MLS salaries: Son Heung-min deal pays $11m, second only to Lionel Messi

South Korean forward joined Los Angeles FC this summerThomas Müller earns $1.4m annually in VancouverLos Angeles FC forward Son Heung-min tops Major League Soccer’s summer signings with an annual salary of $10.4m and total compensation of $11.2m, becoming the second-highest-paid player behind Inter…

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Lionel Messi just had the best season in MLS history. But does anyone care? – video

The Argentinian has been as excellent as ever in his later years, winning the Golden Boot and tying for most assists despite missing a quarter of the season, as well as setting new records for non-penalty goals and goal contributions. However, Messi's presence and performance has yet to pu…

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Lionel Messi says MLS must loosen spending rules in order to thrive

Inter Miami star delivered remarks in an NBC interviewMessi reiterated his desire to play in the 2026 World CupLionel Messi said that MLS must loosen its spending restrictions in order to become a top league in the world of soccer and said that he is hopeful that he will be physically able to contr…