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Last-placed Chicago Stars fire coach Sjögren
The Chicago Stars fired head coach Martin Sjögren on Wednesday with the club languishing at the bottom of the NWSL standings.
Sources: Simeone, Álvarez hold talks at Atlético
Diego Simeone and Julían Alvarez met ahead of Atlético Madrid's training session on Wednesday to discuss the star forward's situation, sources have told ESPN, in their first meeting since Álvarez revealed that he wants to leave the club this summer.
Chawinga sisters send Malawi to 1st WAFCON final
Tabitha Chawinga scored twice and her sister Temwa added another as Malawi wrote another chapter in their remarkable debut Women's Africa Cup of Nations run, as they defeated Algeria 3-1 to reach Sunday's final.
Lewis-Skelly helps Arsenal beat Fabregas' Como
Myles Lewis-Skelly appeared to underline his commitment to Arsenal after setting aside transfer speculation to score in Wednesday's 1-1 friendly draw with Italian club Como.
Netherlands hire Xavi as coach through 2030 WC
The Netherlands have appointed Barcelona great Xavi Hernández as the national team's new coach following the resignation of Ronald Koeman after a disappointing FIFA World Cup.
Man United win friendly over Leeds after shootout
Manchester United won their penultimate preseason friendly on penalties after a 1-1 draw with Leeds United on Wednesday.
Doué's second-half goal helps PSG win second straight UEFA Super Cup
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Pushed out of San Diego, Lozano is 'perfect football fit' for Galaxy
Chucky Lozano was supposed to be the face of San Diego FC, but the second-year club is already moving on. Will the Mexico winger find a new home in LA?
Why South America is lukewarm on a 2030 World Cup on home soil
South America will help kick off the 2030 World Cup in three countries, but its limited role in the centenary tournament has left plenty of concerns.
Don't look up! Barça to play during solar eclipse
"Keep your eyes on the ball" is the advice given to Barcelona and Montpellier players as they play each other during a solar eclipse in Spain.
Rulli joins City as Donnarumma's new understudy
Manchester City have signed goalkeeper Geronimo Rulli from Marseille, the club have confirmed.
Sources: Inter, Spurs in talks over Spence deal
Inter Milan are progressing talks with Tottenham over a deal to sign Djed Spence, sources have told ESPN.
Tielemans: Balogun red overturn inspired Belgium
Youri Tielemans has said that FIFA's shock decision to suspend Folarin Balogun's red card helped inspire Belgium's performance against the United States in their World Cup knockout tie.
Lionel Messi pays tribute to father on Instagram
Messi pays tribute on IG to father
Premier League 2026-27 kits: Ranking every jersey released
The 2026-27 Premier League season is fast approaching, and every club has released at least one of their new jerseys. Here they all are -- ranked!
Clásico kit clash: Barcelona, Real Madrid release new 2026-27 third jerseys
LaLiga's bitter El Clásico rivalry has a new battleground this week as both Barcelona and Real Madrid have released their new third kits for the 2026-27 season.
It's hard to understand Real Madrid's latest moves if they actually want to win
Real Madrid have more money to be successful than any club on the planet, but their moves lately make no sense. What gives?