As American soccer star Christian Pulisic’s slump continues, the question becomes: Which attacker can the USA call on ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in June? Former U.S. Men’s National Team midfielder Dax McCarty joined First Things First on Wednesday to shout out forward Folarin Balogun’s talent, and how it makes him the perfect … Read more
Was an unexpected departure of a key figurehead at U.S. Soccer affect the men’s national team as we count down to the World Cup? According to FOX Sports’ Alexi Lalas, the exit of Matt Crocker as U.S. Soccer’s sporting director for a similar role with Saudi Arabia raises concern due to its timing and potential … Read more
Tottenham have suffered a devastating setback in their fight against relegation with news that captain Cristian Romero will miss the rest of the Premier League campaign. The Argentine international sustained a serious knee injury during Sunday’s narrow defeat at Sunderland, leaving new manager Roberto De Zerbi without his most influential defensive figure. Collision leads to … Read more
Oliver Kahn believes Manuel Neuer should walk away from football on a high if Bayern Munich secure the Champions League trophy this season. The legendary former goalkeeper questioned whether his successor truly needs to endure one last World Cup campaign in his 40s. Kahn urges Neuer to exit at the top In a candid discussion … Read more
Argentina will play its final tune-ups for the World Cup at the college football stadiums of Texas A&M and Auburn. Lionel Messi’s team will face Honduras on June 6 at the Aggies’ Kyle Field, which has a capacity of over 102,000 in College Station. Argentina will then play Iceland at Auburn’s Jordan-Hare Stadium on June … Read more
Former Arsenal and Wales star Aaron Ramsey has officially retired from professional football with immediate effect. The 35-year-old playmaker, who remains one of the most decorated players in Welsh history, calls time on a glittering career that spanned nearly two decades and included three FA Cup triumphs with the Gunners. Ramsey hangs up boots The … Read more
Chelsea captain Reece James is reportedly on track to return from a significant hamstring injury by early May, handing Thomas Tuchel a major boost ahead of England’s World Cup campaign. The versatile defender, who has been sidelined since last month, is making rapid progress in his rehabilitation to alleviate fears that he would miss the … Read more
Italy’s soccer federation president resigned amid political pressure on Thursday, two days after the national team failed to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup. Gabriele Gravina’s decision was quickly followed by Gianluigi Buffon stepping down as the national team’s delegation chief and will likely lead to the ouster of Italy coach Gennaro Gattuso, too. … Read more
Alexi Lalas isn’t hitting the panic button on the United States men’s national team’s chances of making it out of Group D at the 2026 World Cup, but he is concerned about manager Mauricio Pochettino’s process following its 0-2 showing during its latest stage of friendlies. Following the USA’s 2-0 loss to Portugal on Tuesday, … Read more
Itay coach Gennaro Gattuso acknowledged that only “someone without blood running through their veins” wouldn’t feel nervous as the team attempts to avoid failing to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup. Gattuso is still just as feisty and gritty as when he played on the Italy team that won the country’s fourth World Cup … Read more