Men's National Teams

Injured Lionel Messi left off Argentina’s September roster for World Cup qualifiers

Injured Argentina captain Lionel Messi was left out of the squad announced on Monday by the Argentine FA for next month's South American World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Colombia.

The 37-year-old Messi was not included in the 28-man squad following an ankle injury sustained during last month's Copa America final in the United States.

The Inter Miami player is currently recovering at his club.

Messi not playing for Argentina this September

The Americans With The Most Goals In The History Of The Premier League (2024-25 season update)

It’ll come as a surprise to many, but since the Premier League’s inaugural 1992-93 season, 22 American footballers have gone on to score in England's top division. Sure, only eight of them have managed more than two goals, but we’re also the only nation to have had two goalkeepers score in the EPL. There’s no surer sign of a country’s footballing might.

When will Pochettino be announced as new USMNT coach? Argentine 'held back' from signing by Chelsea

Mauricio Pochettino is details away from becoming the new U.S. men’s national team coach, with almost every reputable transfer source in the world confirming that Pochettino has agreed to take over the USMNT ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Thierry Henry’s France fall to Spain in thrilling 8-goal gold medal game

PARIS — Spain secured the gold medal in the Olympic men's soccer tournament after Sergio Camello scored twice in extra time to earn a dramatic 5-3 win over hosts France in a nail-biting final at Parc des Princes on Friday.

The teams were locked at 3-3 at the end of normal time but Camello scored 10 minutes into the extra period and scored another at the end to earn Spain their first Olympic title since 1992.

Morocco earn their first-ever medal in men’s soccer with astonishing 6-0 victory vs. Egypt for bronze

Morocco claimed the bronze medal in the Olympic men's soccer tournament with a crushing 6-0 win over Egypt thanks to Soufiane Rahimi's double and goals from Abde Ezzalzouli, Bilal El Khannouss, Akram Nakach and Achraf Hakimiin Nantes on Thursday.

Morocco, who lost 2-1 to Spain in the semi-finals, bounced back with the biggest win of the tournament so far to reach an Olympic podium for the first time. The bronze is also the country's first medal in a team sport.

Real Madrid and Portugal legend Pepe announces his retirement at 41 years old

Portugal defender Pepe has retired from football, the 41-year-old said on Thursday.

Pepe's last game came at Euro 2024, where Portugal were defeated by France on penalties in the quarter-finals, and he became the oldest player to appear at a European Championship finals tournament.

Pepe retires

Pepe: The most underrated defender of all time?

Nowadays, there’s really no debating on whether titles and filled trophy cabinets define a player’s legacy. Of course, there are multiple players whose cabinets are filled without having played important roles in their respective teams. 

Well, that’s not the case with Kepler Laveran de Lima Ferreira, Pepe.

The Brazilian-born, yes, Brazilian, is inarguably one of Portugal and Real Madrid’s greatest legends. The three-time UEFA Champions League and 2016 Euro winner is the definition of “football heritage.”

Americans in Europe: Potential transfers for the 2024-25 season

As the transfer window heats up, several American players in Europe are poised for significant moves. 

Some may be stepping back from elite clubs in the top leagues to seek more playing time and development opportunities, while others are eyeing a jump to bigger, more prestigious clubs. 

Here's a look at the American players who might be switching clubs soon and what these moves could mean for their careers.

American players in Europe that could see a transfer for the 2024-25 season

Weston McKennie - Juventus

TSG Hoffenheim manager Pellegrino Matarazzo emerges as top candidate for USMNT head coach job

Another day, another USMNT head coach candidate.

Pellegrino Matarazzo linked to USMNT head coach position

The U.S. men’s national team is not slowing down their hunt for a new coach and has contacted American and current TSG 1899 Hoffenheim manager Pellegrino Matarazzo about the possibility of taking the United States’ vacant head coach position, according to multiple reports.

France head coach Thierry Henry upset with his players for brawl with Argentina after quarterfinal

PARIS — France coach Thierry Henry called the behavior of some of his players unacceptable after their 1-0 Olympic quarter-final victory over Argentina in Bordeaux ended in a brawl and a red card for midfielder Enzo Millot.

Hosts France knocked out Argentina on Friday to avenge the country's defeat in the last World Cup final in a bitter rivalry recently fuelled by a video of Argentine players directing chants labelled as racist at French players.

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