International Soccer

How Does The World Cup Affect EPL Schedule? The Answer Isn't More Midweek Games

As with migratory birds and other animals, soccer fans have an inherent internal clock that signals when vital matters are imminent. This natural sense has been thrown off this summer as the brutal Qatari weather forced the FIFA World Cup to be pushed back until the winter.

In a normal year, the World Cup final would be happening right about now. Instead, we have a little more than four months to wait until the 2022 version of the beloved competition begins. 

Ranking Qatar’s Eight World Cup Stadiums From Ugliest To Most Beautiful

The 2022 Qatar World Cup stadiums are a huge talking point for soccer’s biggest tournament.

Just How Hot Is Qatar? Hot But Not Sweltering Temps Will Be The Norm At World Cup

Scorching temperatures are one of the many reasons Qatar is the most controversial World Cup host of all time. During June and July, the months in which the World Cup is traditionally held, temperatures in the Arab nation peak around 120 degrees Fahrenheit, a temperature at which, unsurprisingly, it is simply unsafe to play a 90+ minute soccer match.

Mikel Arteta Le Clava Un Puñal A Quienes Querían Ver A Marcelo Flores En La Gira Del Arsenal Por EE.UU.

No está aún a la altura de Gerardo Martino o Arjen Robben, pero Mikel Arteta esta semana ganó varios puestos en el ránking de villanos del fútbol mexicano, luego de dejar a Marcelo Flores fuera de la convocatoria del Arsenal en su gira de pretemporada por los Estados Unidos.

Zambia Qualifies For First Women’s World Cup With Star Unavailable Over Gender Eligibility Questions

Zambia qualified for its first World Cup — all without its star player, unavailable over questions about her gender.

The Copper Queens edged Senegal 4-2 in a shootout after a 1-1 draw in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations on Wednesday in Morocco, securing the first Women’s World Cup berth from Africa and the first senior World Cup berth for Zambia, men or women.

Portugal's Two-Goal Comeback Undone By Daniëlle Van De Donk's 20-Yard Rocket For Netherlands

Defending European champion the Netherlands avoided a disastrous draw with Portugal on Wednesday after throwing away a two-goal lead thanks to an exceptional 20-yard strike from Daniëlle van de Donk that proved the match-winner, 3-2.

#NoMemoNoParty: Los Récords Que Guillermo Ochoa Quiere Lograr A Sus 37 Años

Guillermo Ochoa celebra este miércoles 37 años de vida y entre saludos de seres queridos y equipos que ha defendido, una serie de desafíos aparecen en su horizonte. Desafíos que podrían llevarlo a conseguir un par de récords tanto a nivel de club como en la selección mexicana. 

USWNT Schedules September Friendlies And Kansas City Gets To Host Again… Shocker

The U.S. women’s national team has scheduled a pair of home friendlies against Nigeria on Sept. 3 and 6. The latter game will be a historical one as for the first time in history the USWNT will play in the nation’s capital in a soccer-specific stadium. The women’s national team hasn’t played in D.C. since 2017.

Awful Howler From Spain Keeper Gifts Germany Win At Euros

After conceding in the first minute of its opener against Finland last week, Spain knew it couldn’t afford a similar slipup in its second match against Germany on Tuesday. And yet, it happened again thanks to an awful howler in the third minute.

An errant attempt from Spain keeper Sandra Paños to play out of the back resulted in a gift of a goal for Germany in a 2-0 win for Die Nationalelf on Tuesday in London. In a tale of two keepers, Spain’s Paños had a night to forget while Germany’s Merle Frohms was unbeatable. 

The Top 9 Best Midfielders Playing At The 2022 World Cup

Midfielders are the heartbeat of any soccer side. They control the pace of play, create chances, contribute to attack and defense and oversee the transition between the two. With technique, creativity and intelligence, a world class midfielder is a joy to watch.

From iconic legends to up-and-coming stars, the 2022 Qatar World Cup is filled to the brim with exceptional midfield players. Who rises to the top? Without further ado, here are the ten best 2022 World Cup midfielders, ranked.  

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