In a recent statement, Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni expressed his optimism about having star player Lionel Messi available for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers in October. Despite Messi’s absence due to a right ankle injury sustained during the Copa América final against Colombia in July, Scaloni remains hopeful that Messi will be back on the
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As we gear up for the much-anticipated 2026 World Cup, hosted jointly by the U.S., Mexico, and Canada, FIFA has laid out an ambitious plan to expand the field by 50% and host matches in 16 cities across three countries. The spectacle of football will be spread out over different climates and elevations, presenting a
The President of Rayo Vallecano, Martín Presa, expressed his excitement over the signing of Colombian star James Rodríguez on a free transfer. He went as far as comparing this move to the iconic arrival of Diego Maradona at Napoli in 1984. In an interview with El Partidazo de COPE radio show, Presa revealed that the
In a recent turn of events, Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernández caused controversy by posting a video of the squad singing a racist and homophobic song about the heritage of some French players. This incident took place following Argentina’s Copa América success, sparking outrage and leading to an internal disciplinary procedure by Chelsea. According to Chelsea
Inter Miami received a devastating blow as tests on Tuesday confirmed that Lionel Messi had suffered a ligament injury to his right ankle during the Copa América final. This news was announced by the club, leaving fans and teammates concerned about the immediate future of the superstar player. The club stated that Messi’s availability will
Following the chaotic scenes that unfolded at Hard Rock Stadium during the Copa América final between Argentina and Colombia, the blame game between the stadium authorities and CONMEBOL was in full swing. Hard Rock Stadium pointed fingers at the organizing body, stating that they had followed, and even exceeded, security recommendations provided by CONMEBOL. Miami-Dade
Hosting major sporting events comes with a lot of responsibilities, especially when it comes to ensuring the safety and security of players, fans, and families. The recent incident during the Copa América semifinal between Uruguay and Colombia, where Uruguay forward Darwin Núñez entered the stands and brawled with supporters, has raised concerns over the readiness
Gregg Berhalter’s time as the manager of the United States men’s national soccer team has been met with mixed reactions. While he managed to meet modest expectations, he never truly exceeded them, leaving fans and stakeholders wanting more. His firing in the wake of the team’s poor performance at the U.S.-hosted Copa América has brought
The dismissal of Gregg Berhalter as the manager of the United States men’s national team has sent shockwaves through the soccer community. The decision was reached following the team’s disappointing performance at the 2024 Copa América, where they failed to advance past the group stage. This marked the first time in the team’s history that
Lamine Yamal made headlines during Euro 2024 when he scored a remarkable goal for Spain at the young age of 16, becoming the youngest goal scorer in Euros history. Hailing from Barcelona’s youth academy, Yamal’s talent shone brightly on the international stage, solidifying his status as a rising star in the football world. However, what