American Players Abroad

This Alejandro Zendejas lob is the closest thing we have to Lionel Messi's iconic goal vs. Real Betis in 2019

U.S. men’s national team forward, Alejandro Zendejas, delivered a performance to remember on Saturday night, as Club América dismantled rivals Pumas UNAM 4-1 in a fiery Clásico Capitalino at the Estadio Azulcrema. 

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Tanner Tessmann was kicking field goals five years ago, now he’s scoring Europa League bangers

An incredible Tanner Tessmann Europa League goal proved to be the winner during Lyon’s opening game in the competition vs. FC Utrecht. It was a spectacular strike from the American midfielder.

The 24-year-old came off the bench for Lyon in the 65th minute and had an immediate impact with a fantastic goal 10 minutes later.

Tanner Tessmann Europa League goal vs. Utrecht

HISTORY: Tim Weah becomes first American to score UCL goal at Santiago Bernabéu

A Tim Weah goal vs Real Madrid made history on Tuesday as the Marseille forward became the first American to score a Champions League goal at the Santiago Bernabéu. Real Madrid went on to win the game 2-1.

Weah opened the scoring in the 22nd minute for the French club following a quick counter attack. Real Madrid were dispossessed near midfield and Mason Greenwood found Weah for the goal.

Tim Weah goal vs Real Madrid

Americans with the most UEFA Champions League goals (2025/26 season update)

The appearances of Americans in Europe’s most prestigious club competition has become a norm in the past few decades. With players like Weston McKennie who has played in five straight editions of the competition and Christian Pulisic who won the tournament in 2021 with Chelsea, the UEFA Champions League has gotten accustomed to seeing the United States’ best.

With appearances, though, comes the most important part of the game and an honor that many of today’s American Champions League stars have under their belt in the tournament — scoring goals.

USMNT midfielder Johnny Cardoso completes eye-catching transfer to Atlético Madrid

American midfielder Johnny Cardoso will join Atletico Madrid from Real Betis, both LaLiga clubs confirmed on Wednesday.

The 23-year-old has signed a contract until 2030 with Diego Simeone's side after a successful spell at the Seville-based club.

Johnny Cardoso Atletico Madrid transfer

Malik Tillman’s move to Leverkusen makes him second-most expensive USMNT transfer ever

The list of the most expensive USMNT transfers looks a little different following Malik Tillman’s €35 million ($41 million) move from PSV to Bayer Leverkusen. The news of the transfer was reported on Saturday.

‘Wrexham we’re coming for your ass’ says Birmingham City owner Tom Brady in new docuseries

The fairytale story of “Welcome to Wrexham” has followed the story of Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney securing an unprecedented three-straight promotions with Wrexham AFC. In August we’re going to get the polar opposite with a docuseries of NFL icon Tom Brady’s ownership with Birmingham City.

Brady is calling out the Wrexham boys.

French giants Lyon RELEGATED from Ligue 1 due to financial trouble

Olympique Lyonnais have been relegated to Ligue 2, French football's financial watchdog (DNCG) said on Tuesday following an audit of the club.

Lyon were provisionally demoted by the DNCG in November for financial mismanagement and the decision was confirmed on Tuesday.

Lyon relegated to Ligue 2

Landon Donovan on USMNT stars skipping Gold Cup: “Playing for your country is a dream for every player and that’s it”

U.S. men’s national team legend Landon Donovan didn’t hold back, sharply criticizing high-profile American players who opted to sit out this summer’s 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup, citing fatigue from their European club seasons.

During FOX Sports’ broadcast of the Nations League final between Portugal and Spain, Donovan expressed frustration with the likes of Christian Pulisic, Antonee Robinson, and other USMNT regulars left out of head coach Mauricio Pochettino’s squad.

Watch: Christian Pulisic scores and assists to complete 3-1 AC Milan comeback win

A Christian Pulisic goal and assist vs Bologna secured AC Milan a 3-1 comeback victory at San Siro on Friday as the American continued his best club season of his career.

Friday’s Serie A matchup saw ninth-placed Milan struggle as has been the case for most of the season, however a late push inspired by Pulisic led the Rossoneri to three points.

With Milan trailing 1-0 late in the second half, Pulisic assisted his Mexican teammate Santiago Giménez to get Milan level.

Pulisic goal and assist vs Bologna

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