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Goalkeepers hate him! Find out how Zimmerman ruined a perfectly good wall with one dumb trick

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 - 22:26

The United States men’s national team kicked off the 2026 World Cup cycle with a 2-1 defeat vs. Serbia in Los Angeles, Calif. on Wednesday. The squads that played the match were far from either’s team “A-list” players with seven USMNT starters making their debuts.

With plenty of fresh blood out on the field it was a surprise to see captain and World Cup starter Walker Zimmerman be the one to make a huge mistake.

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Jesse Marsch and Leeds left one point above the relegation zone after getting blanked by Brentford

Sun, 22 Jan 2023 - 11:00

LEEDS, England - Leeds United and Brentford played out a 0-0 draw in the Premier League at Elland Road on Sunday leaving the hosts a point above the relegation zone following a frustrating afternoon.

The disappointing result stretches Leeds' winless run to six league games and leaves them in 15th place in the standings just a point above third-bottom Bournemouth.

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We need to talk about how Pumas UNAM defends corner kicks

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 - 14:11

After a winning debut in the Clausura, Pumas UNAM is back to the life of misery that they've experienced in Liga MX the last few months. The team lost 3-0 in their away game vs. Santos Laguna this past Saturday and fans are already asking for the dismissal of coach Rafa Puente.  

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Un Cachorro Montes impasable enamora a los aficionados del Espanyol

Sun, 15 Jan 2023 - 10:11

César Montes completó su primer partido como titular en LaLiga durante el triunfo 2-1 del Espanyol sobre el Getafe y su buen aporte no pasó inadvertido entre los aficionados periquitos, quienes ahora exigen la presencia constante del mexicano en el 11 inicial del equipo.

A nivel estadístico, lo que más impresionó de su performance fue su capadidad de estar siempre en el lugar correcto para sacar el peligro de su área. De hecho, Montes terminó igualando el récord de 14 rechaces en un partido de la temporada 2022-23.

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Man City's Guardiola and Akanji rage against ‘clear interference’ on United's controversial goal

Sun, 15 Jan 2023 - 05:55

Manchester City defender Manuel Akanji said Marcus Rashford was clearly interfering with play in the lead-up to Manchester United's equalizer in their Premier League match on Saturday.

City defenders tracked Rashford's run from an offside position as he chased the ball for 30 yards before Bruno Fernandes stepped in at the last second to score.

The linesman raised his flag for offside but referee Stuart Attwell awarded the goal, allowing United to mount a comeback and win 2-1.

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Marcos Acuña scores goal right after being honored by Sevilla for winning World Cup

Sun, 8 Jan 2023 - 16:31

Argentina's victorious World Cup squad members have all gone back to their club sides where they've been given receptions befitting the return of conquering heroes. PSG gave Lionel Messi a guard of honor on Wednesday when he returned to training, Alexis Mac Allister was serenaded by Brighton teammates and Enzo Fernández...

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Christian Pulisic forced to exit Man City game early after suffering injury (it’s not his nuts this time)

Thu, 5 Jan 2023 - 15:38

Christian Pulisic had to be substituted out in the first half of Chelsea’s 1-0 Premier League defeat to Manchester City on Thursday after picking up an injury. The Pulisic injury happened in the 16th minute when John Stones put in a perfect tackle to deny the American a clean shot on goal.

Pulisic tried to continue playing but was replaced by Carney Chukwuemeka in the 22nd minute.

Pulisic Injury vs. Manchester City

An excellent block by John Stones to prevent Christian Pulisic from potentially scoring.

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Clausura 2023: Los mejores 10 defensas de la Liga MX

Tue, 3 Jan 2023 - 10:00

Antes del inicio del Clausura 2023 de la Liga MX nos lanzamos en la aventura de elegir a los mejores del torneo en distintas funciones del juego:

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Croatia tames Atlas Lions of Morocco with 2 sublime goals in third-place playoff

Sat, 17 Dec 2022 - 10:03

The FIFA World Cup third-place playoff always takes place under the shadow cast by the next day's monumentous final, but they have a tendency to entertain as two losing semifinalists unshackle themselves from pressure and anxiety to secure bronze for proud footballing nations.

Saturday's third-place playoff didn't disappoint as Croatia and Morocco, after both failing to score in the semis, exchanged goals in the opening 10 minutes before Mislav Oršić put the Checkered Ones ahead before halftime with a stunner that proved game-winner.

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Learning

Why soccer players lie behind the wall during free kicks and how the tactic started

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 - 11:42

If you’re a casual soccer fan who tunes in for the World Cup and the occasional game, you probably noticed an odd tactic. “Why does a player lie down behind the wall in soccer?” you may have asked yourself.

Why does a player lie down behind the wall in soccer?

The tactic of having a player laying down behind the wall is simple. Having a player lay down behind the wall denies the free kick taker any chance at shooting the ball underneath the wall when the players jump.

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