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Louis van Gaal will not step down as Netherlands manager, despite his cancer battle. (Image: caption from the Humberto TV show on RTL)
Louis van Gaal

Netherlands Manager van Gaal Reveals Cancer Battle During Live TV Show

The Netherlands head coach Louis van Gaal disclosed he’s receiving treatment for prostate cancer. Van Gaal won’t step down as manager of the Dutch side ahead of the World Cup at the end of the year. The 70-year-old enjoyed a glorious career at the club level, coaching the likes of […]

The World Cup group stage draw set up some fantastic clashes. (Image: Twitter/fifaworldcup)
World Cup 2022

World Cup 2022: USMNT to Play England and Iran in the Group Stage

The US men’s national team will be part of Group B at the World Cup this year. The USMNT will face England, Iran, and the winner of the final European playoff spot, which will be decided in June. Wales and the winner of Scotland and Ukraine will contest the last […]

The USMNT will play at the World Cup in Qatar, after missing out on the final tournament in Russia four years ago. (Image: Twitter/si_soccer)
World Cup 2022

USMNT Qualifies for World Cup Despite 2-0 Defeat in Costa Rica

The US men’s national team has qualified for the 2022 World Cup despite losing 2-0 in their last preliminary round match against Costa Rica. Canada also lost 1-0 away to Panama, but finished atop the CONCACAF group. The Canadians secured a place in Pot Three at the Friday World Cup […]

Cristiano Ronaldo is on route to play his fifth World Cup tournament after Portugal's qualification. (Image: Twitter/adeptosfr)
Cristiano Ronaldo

Ronaldo to Play His Fifth World Cup as Portugal Qualifies for Qatar 2022

Portugal and Poland booked their tickets for the World Cup in Qatar following 2-0 wins over North Macedonia and Sweden respectively. North Macedonia couldn’t repeat its miracle performance from last week. After beating Italy in Palermo on Friday, a second shock didn’t come in Porto. Bruno Fernandes scored both of […]

North Macedonia upset Italy and eliminated them from the World Cup playoffs. Trajkovski scored the only goal of the match in stoppage time. (Image: Twitter/euro2024)

Italy Knocked Out of World Cup Race by North Macedonia

Less than eight months after celebrating their European Championship triumph following a thrilling final against England, Italy slipped on home soil in front of North Macedonia and lost every chance of playing at the World Cup in Qatar. Italy’s defeat in Palermo is one of the biggest shocks of the […]

Russian clubs and national teams were banned from competing internationally after Putin's invasion of Ukraine. (Image: Facebook/rfsruofficial)
Russia Ukraine War

UEFA Ban on Russian Teams Upheld by the Court of Arbitration for Sport

Russian football teams were banned from playing in UEFA and FIFA competitions following Ukraine’s invasion by Vladimir Putin’s troops. Russian football authorities appealed the decision in Lausanne, but an urgent ruling from the Court of Arbitration for Sport has upheld the sanctions. This decision doesn’t apply to Russia’s chances of […]

After his win in November 2021, Lionel Messi presented the Ballon d'Or trophy to Paris Saint Germain's supporters at Parc des Princes. (Image: Youtube)
Ballon d'Or

Major Changes at Ballon d’Or, Here’s How it Will Be Awarded from Now On

Through a letter, France Football, the award’s patron, announced four important changes for the future of the Ballon d’Or. Starting 2022, the award will be given for merits achieved during a season, and not a full calendar year. “For more clarity, it has appeared more relevant to now assess players […]

Shaqiri signed for Lyon in the summer after previously spending time with Liverpool, Inter or Bayern. (Image: Twitter/xs_11official)

Chicago Fire Close to Sign Switzerland and Lyon Star Shaqiri

Just minor details are left to settle before Chicago Fire will be able to announce Xherdan Shaqiri’s transfer. The 30-year-old Swiss international is not part of the Lyon squad traveling to Monaco for a French Ligue 1 clash on Saturday. Shaqiri moved to Lyon last summer after three years with […]

The USMNT and Honduras players had to fight off extremely low temperatures during their clash in St. Paul, Minnesota. (Image: Twitter/theathleticsccr)

USMNT – Honduras 3-0. Crucial Qualifier Played at -16°C

The US Men’s National Team took on Honduras in a vital World Cup qualifier. The match kicked off in spite of the -16°C temperature in St. Paul, Minnesota. USMNT won the game 3-0 to consolidate their position in the qualifying race. Excellent use of visual aids pic.twitter.com/B5nIJIqddl — Timothy Burke […]

Kylian Mbappe will end his five-year stay at Paris Saint-Germain in the summer, when he'll join Real Madrid. (Image: lequipe.fr)

$56 Million Man: Mbappe Agrees to New Contract with Real Madrid

Kylian Mbappe will play for Real Madrid once his current deal with Paris Saint-Germain runs out this summer. German newspaper Bild reports that Mbappe will earn a staggering yearly wage of $56 million before tax at the Bernabeu. He will become the best-paid player in the world. The 23-year-old’s move […]

Mario Balotelli returns to the Italian national team after a four-year absence. (Image; Twitter/433)

Balotelli Called up to Italian Squad for Second Time in Eight Years

Mario Balotelli’s goals in Turkey for Adana Demirspor have earned him a return to the Italian national team after a three-year absence. It’s Balotelli’s second Azzurri call in almost eight years. The 31-year-old is part of Roberto Mancini’s plans for Italy’s training camp this January. The Euro 2020 champions are […]