The good, the bad, and the ugly of the FIFA Club World Cup
The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup has officially ended, with Chelsea taking the crown. The international tournament, which FIFA president Gianni Infantino expected to be the “big bang” moment in the history of soccer, put all the best and worst aspects of the modern game on display.
Photo Gallery: Philadelphia Union vs New York Red Bulls
A collection of photos taken from the Sons of Ben section of Subaru Park during an MLS game between the Philadelphia Union and NYRB. Both teams created enough quality chances to get on the board, but Philly made the most of theirs, taking down the visitors 2-0.
Arsenal already got the Partey situation wrong
The Metropolitan Police in London have officially charged Thomas Partey with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault on Friday. The charges stem from incidents with three different women between 2021 and 2022, according to Crown Protective Services. Arsenal has had very little to say so far.
Why soccer matters, even when it doesn’t
Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva died in a car accident in Spain early Thursday morning, striking heartbreak throughout the soccer world. The 28-year-old Liverpool winger had just married his childhood sweetheart and mother of their three children Rute Cardoso just a couple weeks before.
Photo Gallery: RB Salzburg vs Al-Hilal
A collection of photos taken from section 120 of Audi Field during a Club World Cup game between Red Bull Salzburg and Al-Hilal. Both teams created enough quality chances to get on the board, but missed shots and good defense saw this game end 0-0.
This Pulisic situation comes at the worst time
The United States Men’s National Team is less than one year away from co-hosting the World Cup and frankly, things couldn’t be worse. The pre-Gold Cup friendlies were a disaster, and Pulisic deciding to sit out has everyone fighting. Is there a way out of this where everyone wins?
Sevilla swaps sporting director in hopes of reclaiming success
Sevilla relieved Víctor Orta of his duties as sporting director on Wednesday following two disappointing seasons. On the same day, the club announced Antonio Cordón as its new sporting director on a three year contract. The change comes after Sevilla’s worst season since the turn of the century.
Photo Gallery: DC United vs Colorado Rapids
A collection of photos taken during an MLS match between DC United and Colorado Rapids at Audi Field in Washington, D.C. The hosts staged a successful first half comeback and held on for a much needed win.
Photo Gallery: Washington Spirit vs Angel City FC
A collection of photos taken during an NWSL match between Angel City FC and Washington Spirit. The seven goal thriller was an instant classic, with the visitors stealing the three points deep in stoppage time.
Neymar returning to Santos is the best case scenario
Al Hilal agreed to terminate Neymar’s contract on Monday, with reports suggesting that the Brazilian will be returning to his boyhood club Santos. It’s a big move to make at this stage of his career, but it might just be the right one.