Hank Steinbrecher, Who Helped Elevate Soccer in the U.S., Dies at 77
Hank Steinbrecher, a soccer evangelist from Queens whose passion as a top United States official in the sport helped usher ...
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Funfairs, river walks and Hugh Grant – welcome to Fulham (away)
As the Tube doors jolt open at Putney Bridge, a gruff cry of “eaaaaagles” echoes down the platform.It is only ...
In Exeter, a match to show how Reynolds and McElhenney have supercharged Wrexham’s rise
At the end of a week when the true impact of Hollywood coming to Wrexham was laid bare by a ...
This is the story of Craig Johnston – a footballer like no other
Many footballers like to market themselves as one-offs; few truly are.Craig Johnston, however, is the exception. The Australian won five ...
Lionel Messi trading card controversy: Who is signing his autographs?
“The card looked perfect.”Nick Bruce and his son “freaked out” when they pulled an autographed Lionel Messi card from a ...
Analysing Jamal Musiala’s bizarre corner goal for Germany against Italy
On average, about one in every 30 corners leads to a goal. The success rate tends to go up dramatically, ...
Jamie Mulgrew, an 11th league title with Linfield and the thirst for further success
“My phone kept buzzing with messages, but I was so tired, I went straight to sleep — I hadn’t realised ...
Trinity Rodman, Ben Shelton and how high-profile relationships affect soccer careers
When USWNT star Trinity Rodman and tennis player Ben Shelton made their relationship public this week, they became the latest ...
The BookKeeper – Exploring Manchester City’s finances during a season of change
The Athletic has appointed Chris Weatherspoon as its first dedicated football finance writer. Chris is a chartered accountant who will be ...
Inside Newcastle United’s Carabao Cup glory – Shearer’s text, Howe’s banner and tactics, and a half-time slideshow
It is not news that Eddie Howe is meticulous. One step further is probably fair. Eddie Howe is the chief ...
This Week in Sports Trivia: March 13, 2025
The NFL never sleeps, especially when it comes to the swirling tornado of activity otherwise known as free agency.Whom would ...
Manchester United Pitches New Stadium as Key to Government Growth Plan
In Jim Ratcliffe’s telling, he’s the one doing the favor. A favor to the people of Manchester, to the British ...
Manchester United announce plans for new 100,000-capacity stadium
Manchester United intend to build a 100,000-capacity new stadium rather than redevelop their existing Old Trafford home.United announced the ambitious ...
Sidemen versus YouTube Allstars: Eighteen goals, a shredded yellow card and penalties watched by 2.5m
Manchester United playing Arsenal on Sunday should be the biggest match of the English football weekend.But it isn’t.Even though more ...
Carlos Coronel has seven saves to help Red Bulls gain draw vs. Atlanta United
ATLANTA — Carlos Coronel finished with seven saves for the New York Red Bulls and Atlanta United’s Brad Guzan wasn’t ...
MLS anonymous executive survey, Part 1: 2025 predictions, league superlatives
For the last four years, The Athletic has polled some of the top soccer executives around the league for their ...
What teams think of the 2025 Club World Cup: Opportunity, concerns and financial benefits
The expanded Club World Cup begins in 100 days, with the 32-team tournament taking place in the United States from ...
Women’s Sports Events Worth Traveling to in 2025
The star power of women’s sports is shining brighter than ever.Last year, the basketball sensation Caitlin Clark helped lift the ...
Champions League round of 16: Eight under-the-radar players to watch
The Champions League gets serious this week as the round of 16 begins.To get to this point, 160 games have ...
Red Bulls’ Tim Parker questions MLS’ treatment of American players
Veteran Red Bulls defender Tim Parker questioned the direction of the MLS and its push toward bringing in talent from ...
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