International Soccer

Finally, Some Good News: UEFA President Says FIFA Has Given Up On Biennial World Cup Idea

UEFA president Aleksander Čeferin said that plans to hold a biennial World Cup are a "no go" for everyone in football, adding that FIFA has also come to the same realization.

The idea of a World Cup every two years has been gathering steam with FIFA president Gianni Infantino trying to get support from national federations, saying the switch would create an extra $4.4 billion in revenues for the world body.

U.S. Soccer Sells TV Rights To Turner Sports, HBO In 8-Year Deal

It’s hard to remember a time when ESPN and Fox didn’t dominate the U.S. soccer TV landscape. The two have aired every World Cup since 1994 and have been the consistent home for U.S. women’s and men’s national team games over the last decade. That era is ending, though worry not, it won’t change too much. 

Everton Defender Mykolenko Calls Out Russian Captain Dzyuba On Instagram In Fiery, Vulgar Tirade

Everton and Ukrainian defender Vitaliy Mykolenko didn’t hold anything back when he went after Zenit and Russian striker Artem Dzyuba over Instagram on Tuesday. The Mykolenko Instagram story tagged Dzyuba condemning him and the Russian national team for remaining silent on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Mykolenko Instagram Story Directed At Dzyuba

Mykolenko Instagram Story Directed At Dzyuba

Tatiana Flores Marca Su Primer Gol Para México Sub 20 En Goleada Sobre Guyana

El Tri Femenil Sub 20 dio otro paso al Mundial de Costa Rica luego de golear por 5-0 a Guyana.

Como autora de un doblete, Maritza Maldonado fue la que se llevó más aplausos en el equipo mexicano. Sin embargo, parte de los focos también alumbraron a Tatiana Flores, delantera del Chelsea y hermana de Marcelo Flores.

Gran parte del alboroto se debe a que la jugadora convirtió su primer gol en la categoría aún cuando apenas tiene 16 años. Y si bien Guyana no era un gran obstáculo, Flores comienza a demostrar el gran potencial que se guisa en sus pies.

Carli Lloyd Calls Out Culture Within USWNT On Hope Solo’s New Podcast

Hope Solo, one of the greatest goalkeepers in the history of the game, is known almost as well for her exploits on the pitch as her voice off it. This week, her voice will have a new platform via a Hope Solo podcast, which launches Wednesday, March 2, with what promises to be a must-listen first episode featuring Carli Lloyd.

“Hope Solo Speaks” is an original SiriusXM podcast available every Wednesday on the SXM App, Stitcher, Pandora, Apple Podcasts and other major podcast platforms. It will also air on SiriusXM FC on satellite radio. You can check out a trailer below.

BREAKING: FIFA Suspends Russian Teams From International Football

FIFA and UEFA have suspended Russia's national teamsand clubs from international football until further notice due to the country's invasion of Ukraine.

The move makes it likely that Russia will be excluded from this year's World Cup and the women's Euro 2020 tournament.

Source: FIFA Could Suspend Russia As Soon As Today

FIFA is set to suspend Russia's national teams from international football until further notice due to the country's invasion of Ukraine, a source with knowledge of the discussions told Reuters on Monday.

FIFA is in advanced talks with European soccer body UEFA over the matter and a decision could be made later on Monday.

European governing body UEFA is due to hold an executive committee meeting at 1800 CET on Monday to decide on several issues relating to Russian football.

FIFA Bans Matches In Russia While Imposing Sanctions On National Team

FIFA said on Sunday that Russia could continue to play matches albeit on neutral venues and only under the name 'Football Union of Russia' but warned the country could be excluded from competitions if the situation in Ukraine does not improve.

Czech Republic Joins Poland, Sweden In Refusing To Play Russia In World Cup Playoffs

The Czech Republic will not play a potential soccer World Cup qualifier against Russia following their invasion of Ukraine, the Czech FA said on Sunday.

Lewandowski And Polish National Team Say They Will Refuse To Play World Cup Qualifier Vs. Russia

WARSAW — Poland and Sweden said they would not play their soccer World Cup qualifiers against Russia in March, following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the governing bodies of both national teams said on Saturday.

The playoff matches are set to be held in March to fill a slot for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, and several Poland players including captain Robert Lewandowski backed the decision with statements on social media.

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