Portugal icon Figo calls for Infantino’s resignation in scathing editorial
Luis Figo joined the chorus calling for Gianni Infantino’s resignation on Wednesday in a scathing editorial in The Daily Mail.
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European soccer leagues add to pressure on FIFA president Infantino amid ‘crisis’ meeting
The association of European soccer leagues called for governance reform of FIFA on Wednesday, adding to the mounting pressure on president Gianni Infantino following his failed plan to sell stakes in the World Cup.
Liverpool icon Salah arrives in Istanbul ahead of Trabzonspor move
Mohamed Salah was greeted by cheering Trabzonspor fans in Istanbul on Wednesday as he closed in on a move to the Turkish club.
Whitecaps fall to Atlante FC in Leagues Cup opener
The Vancouver Whitecaps opened their Leagues Cup campaign with a 1-0 loss to Atlante FC on Tuesday. Jhojan Julio scored in the 40th minute to seal his side’s victory in the tournament between Major League Soccer and LIGA MX teams.
Cabo Verde goalkeeper Vozinha ready for new challenge at Colo-Colo in Chile after World Cup success
Following a breakout World Cup with Cape Verde that won over fans worldwide, the 40-year-old goalkeeper has secured his high-profile move. On Tuesday, he was officially unveiled by Colo-Colo, Chile’s most successful club.
Report: Liverpool legend Salah to join Trabzonspor
Mo Salah’s career will continue in Turkiye. Ben Jacobs reports the Liverpool icon is set to join Trabzonspor on a two-year deal.
Torres to throw out first pitch at Yankee Stadium before Yankees-Cardinals
Weeks ago Torres became the second-ever substitute to score the winner in a men's World Cup final, after Germany's Mario Götze in 2014.
Leipzig brings Norway goalkeeper Ørjan Nyland back as Gulácsi replacement
Leipzig has brought Norway goalkeeper Ørjan Nyland back to the club as a replacement for Péter Gulácsi, who left to join Spanish team Villarreal.
Former FIFA VP Prince Ali cites 'blackmail' by Infantino-led soccer body over unpaid prize money
Former FIFA vice president Prince Ali bin Al Hussein criticized the soccer body’s leadership headed by Gianni Infantino on Tuesday, describing prize money withheld from his Jordan national team as a kind of blackmail.
New MLS commissioner Berg aims to continue the league’s growth trajectory
Incoming Major League Soccer Commissioner Larry Berg sees his role as continuing the trajectory of the league under his soon-to-be predecessor, Don Garber.
Cabo Verde coach Bubista moves on from World Cup success to Moroccan club RS Berkane
Cape Verde coach Bubista, who led the World Cup debutant to a stellar tournament, joined Moroccan club RS Berkane on Tuesday.
Canada to take on the USMNT in October
Canada and the United States are set to renew their rivalry this fall. Canada Soccer announced a friendly against the USMNT on Tuesday, set for Oct. 6 at Allianz Field in St. Paul, MN, home of Minnesota United.
U.S. midfielder Reyna joins French club Strasbourg from Mönchengladbach
United States midfielder Gio Reyna is getting a fresh start at French club Strasbourg to reset after an underachieving season in Germany.
Germany goalkeeper Stegen joins Ajax on loan from Barcelona aiming to catch Klopp’s eye
Germany goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen joined Ajax on loan from Barcelona on Tuesday as he aims to revive his national-team career with new coach Jürgen Klopp.
FIFA executive Wenger backs decision to drop Infantino’s World Cup sell-off plan
FIFA executive Arsène Wenger on Tuesday distanced himself from Gianni Infantino’s failed plan to sell stakes in future World Cup profits to private investors and said it was “absolutely necessary” to drop the proposal.
LAFC co-owner Berg to succeed Garber as MLS commissioner
Larry Berg, co-owner of Los Angeles FC, will be the next commissioner of Major League Soccer, the league announced Monday.
Golen scores winner for Rapid FC in win over Tides
Nicola Golen scored in extra time for the Ottawa Rapid FC in a 3-2 quarterfinal win over the Halifax Tides in the W Canadian Championship on Monday.
Maccabi Tel-Aviv ordered to play Europa League game in empty stadium because of fan fireworks
UEFA punished Maccabi Tel-Aviv on Monday by ordering the Israeli club to play a Europa League home game in an empty stadium after fans lit fireworks at a game last week.
Chelsea lands veteran Henderson on 2-year deal after Brentford exit
Chelsea signed veteran England midfielder Jordan Henderson to a two-year contract on Monday following his departure from Brentford last week.
Pochettino stays as US coach, agrees to contract extension through 2030 World Cup
Mauricio Pochettino is staying with the U.S. soccer team, agreeing Monday to a four-year contract to coach the Americans through the 2030 World Cup.
Skinner steps down as Manchester United women’s coach one month before start of WSL season
Manchester United women’s team has one month to find a new coach before the Women’s Super League season begins after Marc Skinner stepped down by mutual consent on Monday.
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