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How did Messi play vs Lens? Highlights and full match stats

Lionel Messi was once again a key contributor to PSG's big win over second-place Lens which virtually guarantees a second straight French title for the Parisian giants.

Simon Borg

It's now or never for Lionel Messi to join MLS and play for Inter Miami

If Lionel Messi opts for Barcelona, PSG, or Al Hilal this summer, he could be costing himself any realistic chance at making an indelible impact on soccer in the USA with MLS club Inter Miami.

Simon Borg

Man United quadruple chase 2022/23: Can Red Devils win all four trophies?

Manchester United are attempting to pull off an unprecedented quadruple of trophies in the modern era as manager Erik ten Hag looks to leave a mark in his first season at the helm of the club.

Simon Borg

Gabriel Jesus nets two as Arsenal roll to latest win

Arsenal's star forward Gabriel Jesus lifted his team to a big win over relegation-threatened Leeds United, though it wasn't easy at the start. The Gunners are up by eight points with nine matches left to play.

Simon Borg

Messi hat-trick, Argentina romp 7-0 over Curacao

Argentina closed out their two-match World Cup celebration tour on home soil with a 7-0 demolition of No. 86-ranked Curacao.

Simon Borg

Messi hat-trick for Argentina vs. Curacao: Breaking down the numbers

Lionel Messi netted a hat sensational hat trick against Curacao, making history for Argentina and showing off all the talents that have made him a World Cup and Argentina legend.

Simon Borg

Brazil lose in Morocco; Atlas Lions show World Cup was no fluke

Morocco showed that their World Cup semifinal run was no fluke, earning a deserved 2-1 win in Tangiers, as Brazil struggled to match the hosts' intensity and sharpness, though missing several injured stars and still operating without a permanent coach.

Simon Borg

Messi gets No. 800, Argentina win first game after World Cup final

Argentina and Lionel Messi delivered for a capacity crowd in Buenos Aires who came to see their World Cup champions, as the Albiceleste downed a spunky Panama side 2-0 in the first match after Qatar 2022.

Simon Borg

Argentina World Cup song lyrics: Videos and translation to English

Argentina and Lionel Messi are playing in the 2022 World Cup final and their supporters have been willing their team to victory in Qatar with a handful of songs that are all the rage among the Albiceleste fans.

Simon Borg

Arsenal keep rolling, pad Premier League lead with big win vs. Palace

Arsenal extended their lead atop the Premier League to eight points with just 10 matches to play after throttling Crystal Palace 4-1 at Emirates Stadium and another relegation-threatened opponent up next.

Simon Borg

Ronaldo scores again, as Al Nassr come from behind to win

Cristiano Ronaldo scored his latest goal for Al Nassr, who came from 1-0 down at home to win with two goals scored in eight minutes to keep their title hopes alive.

Simon Borg

Chelsea win streak ends, stunned by last-minute Everton goal

Chelsea looked like they had their fourth straight win wrapped up, only for a first goal by Everton's Ellis Simms to stun them in the 90th minute as Graham Potter's side has to settle for a 2-2 draw.

Simon Borg

Champions League Round of 16 fixtures: All the results & highlights

The Champions League Round of 16 has handed down its verdicts with only eight teams left standing in the 2022/23 tournament.

Simon Borg

Mbappe escapes red card, nets late winner for PSG

Just minutes after avoiding a red card for kicking out at a Brest player, Kylian Mbappe scored a goal in the 90th minute to allow the Ligue 1 champions to extend their lead atop the French table.

Simon Borg

Neymar injury update: PSG star out for season due to ankle surgery

PSG's Brazilian superstar Neymar suffered an injury to the same right ankle that he injured in the first match of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, and now it will require surgery, ending his 2022/23 season.

Simon Borg

Messi's salary with PSG: Contract details of extension with Ligue 1 club

Lionel Messi could have possibly left PSG this coming summer, but after winning the 2022 World Cup, he is now prepared to stay in the French capital for longer.

Kyle Bonn

Champions League scenarios: How PSG, Spurs can advance to QFs

Two more clubs will advance to the 2023 UEFA Champions League quarter finals as Tottenham host AC Milan, and PSG eye a miracle comeback in Munich.

Simon Borg

Amazing Arsenal comeback: Down 2-0, Gunners win 3-2 to stay top

Arsenal completed one of the most sensational comebacks in the Premier League this season, overturning a 2-0 deficit to beat Bournemouth and move to five points atop the table with 12 matches remaining.

Simon Borg

Arsenal vs Bournemouth live stream, TV, lineups & betting odds

Arsenal have a chance to take another step toward an unexpected Premier League title in 2022/23 with a winnable home match against second-from-bottom Bournemouth.

Simon Borg

FIFA The Best 2023 awards: Messi and all the winners of the night in Paris

Lionel Messi was voted The Best player in the world as World Cup champions Argentina were in the spotlight at the 2023 FIFA awards ceremony in Paris. England's Euro 2022 triumph saw them claim the best women's goalkeeper and coach awards, while Alexia Putellas won the best player honour for the second straight year.

Simon Borg

Europa League knockout playoffs fixtures 2023: All the dates & times

There are some big names involved in the Europa League knockout playoffs with the likes of Manchester United, Ajax, Barcelona, and Juventus in the mix. Here's everything you need to know about the playoffs, as 16 teams try to stay alive in Europe.

Simon Borg

RB Leipzig vs Man City live stream, TV channel, lineups and odds

Manchester City's quest for its first Champions League title will see it travel to Germany to take on an RB Leipzig side that defeated the Citizens in last season's group stage.

Simon Borg

PSG wins a 4-3 thriller in Paris: Messi free-kick goal clinches victory

PSG stopped a three-game losing streak in all competitions with a dramatic come-from-behind victory against fifth-place LOSC Lille as Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi secured all three points.

Simon Borg

PSG lose again: Bayern take Champions League lead in Paris

PSG will need to make a second-leg comeback in Germany if they want to keep their Champions League dreams alive after losing 1-0 at home on a goal by ex-PSG player Kingsley Coman.

Simon Borg

The UEFA Champions League is back: Full schedule for 2023

The UEFA Champions League returns with the two-leg Round of 16 which will see a couple of heavyweight matchups, including PSG-Bayern and Liverpool-Real Madrid.

Simon Borg

FIFA Club World Cup draw 2023: Final results & match schedule

The 2023 FIFA Club World Cup hosted by Morocco took place in February as the champions from each continent, including Real Madrid, Flamengo and Seattle Sounders, met to determine the best team on the planet.

Simon Borg

Carabao Cup fixtures & results 2022/23

The 2022/23 edition of the Carabao Cup has reached the final stage.

Simon Borg

PSG drop points again: Neymar scores, but Arsenal loanee ties it late

PSG were a few seconds away from claiming a big win, but visiting Stade de Reims equalized on the last play of the game as Arsenal loanee Folarin Balogun crushed the hearts of 10-man PSG who had gone ahead through Neymar.

Simon Borg

Barcelona survive derby: Pedri goal wins it for La Liga leaders

Barcelona was made to suffer in a Catalan derby match against Girona, but a goal by substitute Pedri proved enough as the Blaugrana hung on for the win to extend their lead atop the La Liga table.

Simon Borg

What channel is Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid in Copa del Rey?

Real Madrid will host Atletico Madrid in a Copa del Rey quarterfinal with a spot in the semifinals up for grabs as each team looks to end a drought in the tournament that has lasted nearly a decade.

Simon Borg

Al Ittihad vs Al Nassr: Is Ronaldo playing in Super Cup semi final?

Cristiano Ronaldo will look to lead Al Nassr to the Saudi Super Cup final when his club takes on Al Ittihad in a semifinal match on Thursday. The winner will advance to the final on Sunday.

Simon Borg

Barcelona survive scare, advance to Copa del Rey semis

Barcelona got a goal from star winger Ousmane Dembele to advance to the Copa del Rey semis, but they had to hold on for dear life to that lead as 10-man Real Sociedad threatened on more than one occasion late.

Simon Borg

What channel is Barcelona vs Real Sociedad in the Copa del Rey?

Barcelona host Real Sociedad in a Copa del Rey knockout match at the Camp Nou with a ticket to the semifinals of the competition at stake.

Simon Borg

Who is Jakub Kiwior? Arsenal's newest signing from Poland

Arsenal are set to land young Polish World Cup player Jakub Kiwior from Serie A side Spezia in Italy. The versatile left-footed defender will add some much needed cover as the Gunners make a 2023 title push.

Simon Borg

Real Madrid vs Barcelona live stream, TV, lineups for Supercopa final

The two Spanish giants momentarily pause their battle for the La Liga title to decide the winner of the first piece of domestic silverware in 2022/23: the Spanish Super Cup.

Simon Borg

Explaining why Man United derby goal was allowed despite Rashford offside

It was the goal that turned the Manchester derby on its head: United's Bruno Fernandes scored a controversial equalizer with Marcus Rashford in an offside position. The referees let the goal stand and Man United went on to beat champions Man City.

Simon Borg

Real Madrid reach Super Cup final in penalty shootout

Real Madrid will play for the Super Cup trophy on Sunday after getting past Valencia on penalties in a semifinal which saw neither team at their best. Barcelona or Real Betis stand between Real and a second trophy in 2022/23.

Simon Borg

Where is Lewandowski? Explaining why Barcelona star is suspended

Barcelona will take the field against Atletico Madrid on Sunday, January 8, but they won't have their top scorer with them as Robert Lewandowski is banned from the La Liga match.

Simon Borg

Real Madrid go down: La Liga champs outplayed in loss to Villarreal

Real Madrid had a chance to take the lead atop the La Liga table, but they flopped to a 2-1 loss at Villarreal, who outplayed the defending champions and deserved the victory with an outstanding performance from Gerard Moreno.

Simon Borg

Villarreal vs Real Madrid: Live stream, TV, and betting odds

Real Madrid can momentarily overtake Barcelona atop La Liga when they travel to face Villarreal at the Estadio La Ceramica on Saturday in their first league match of 2023.

Simon Borg

Which countries are bidding to host the 2030 FIFA World Cup?

The 2030 FIFA men's World Cup is several years away, but there are already bids from Africa, South America and Europe, including Ukraine, seeking to position themselves to serve as the tournament host.

Kyle Bonn

Rangers now need a miracle to pip Celtic to 2022/23 Premiership title

Rangers let a lead slip out of their hands in the Old Firm derby as Kyogo Furuhashi buried a late equalizer at Ibrox to help Celtic maintain their nine-point lead atop the table.

Simon Borg

World Cup bracket 2022: How Qatar tournament unfolded

The 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar ended with a bang as Argentina overcame France in a final many are calling the greatest game ever played in the history of the competition. A total of 64 matches played out over a month and The Sporting News tracked all the action.

Simon Borg

Teams out of the 2022 World Cup: Tracking every team eliminated in Qatar

The 2022 FIFA World Cup saw 31 of the 32 teams suffer elimination at some point along the way, with Argentina the last team left standing on December 18. The Sporting News tracked every nation as they were knocked out of contention.

Simon Borg

Complete FIFA World Cup results, highlights and standings for Qatar 2022

The 2022 FIFA World Cup closed out with a bang and a final many are calling the greatest game ever played. Fans witnessed a total of 64 matches played over 29 days and The Sporting News tracked all the action.

Simon Borg

World Cup matches today: Schedule for Sunday, December 18

Just like that, the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar has come to a close with Argentina crowned champions.

Simon Borg

World Cup results: Argentina lift title in Qatar

There are 64 FIFA World Cup matches being played in 29 days and The Sporting News is keeping tabs on every single one, ensuring fans are up-to-date with the latest results from Qatar.

Simon Borg

World Cup Golden Boot 2022: Kylian Mbappe takes the crown

Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe exchanged leads a few times atop the Golden Boot standings during the 2022 FIFA World Cup final, but the Frenchman wound up with the trophy.

Simon Borg

Argentina's World Cup 2022 squad alongside Messi in Qatar

Can this Argentina squad help captain Lionel Messi win his first World Cup in his final appearance in the tournament?

Simon Borg

Euro 2024 qualifying groups: Draw results as action kicks off March 23

The road to Germany 2024 began with the qualifying draw that took place in Frankfurt on October 9 as 53 nations learned their path to reaching the next edition of the Euros.

Nathan Evans

What is the 2022 World Cup mascot?

As with every World Cup, the 2022 Qatar tournament will also have its own mascot. However, the one for this year's tournament, La'eeb, was created a bit differently.

Will Savage

World Cup semi final results: 2022 final, third-place match are set

The 2022 FIFA World Cup semi finals are in the books with the last two teams left standing, France and Argentina, meeting in the December 18 final, while Morocco and Croatia face off for third place.

Simon Borg

World Cup quarterfinals: All the final results

The 2022 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals featured the final eight teams left standing in matches that took place on Dec. 9-10 and which determined the four teams that will vie for the championship.

Simon Borg

Georgina Rodriguez's message for Portugal coach after Portugal elimination

Cristiano Ronaldo's partner didn't hold back in comments directed at Portugal's coach after she watched the Selecao's elimination at the hands of Morocco in a World Cup quarterfinal that ended Ronaldo's hopes of winning the trophy.

Simon Borg

Morocco vs. Portugal odds, lines, handicaps for World Cup quarterfinal

Here's how the betting market is projecting the quarterfinal showdown between Morocco and Portugal which is being touted as an early final with a spot in the final four on the line.

Simon Borg

Next World Cup game: Quarterfinals up next on Friday

The 2022 FIFA World Cup has reached the quarterfinal stage which kicks off after two rest days. It will start with both South American giants Argentina and Brazil hoping to stave off European competition on Friday, December 9.

Simon Borg

Round of 16 World Cup 2022: Teams qualified, bracket & schedule

The Round of 16 at the 2022 FIFA World Cup is set to wrap up on Tuesday, December 6. All eight of the matches are being played over four days as the teams to advance to the quarterfinals are determined.

Simon Borg

World Cup standings: Final table for every group in Qatar

Only the top two teams in each group advanced to the knockout rounds at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, and in several cases tiebreakers came into play.

Simon Borg

World Cup group scenarios: How teams can advance to Round of 16

World Cup group permutations: With only one final matchday to play in the group stage of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, The Sporting News has run through all the scenarios for each group as the Round of 16 bracket fills out.

Simon Borg

Final Uruguay 2022 World Cup squad with 26 players headed to Qatar

Do Luis Suarez and Edinson Cavani have one last magical World Cup run in them? Or is Qatar 2022 the tournament when Real Madrid's Federico Valverde and Liverpool's Darwin Nunez take over the reins and show the next generation is just as strong?

Simon Borg

Japan vs Spain: Doan and Tanaka down La Roja as Japan top Group E

Spain appeared to be cruising into the Round of 16 as Group E winners after taking a first-half lead, but Japan had other ideas, with a little help from a controversial VAR decision.

Bryn Palmer

Germany bow out despite beating Costa Rica

Germany were eliminated from the World Cup in the group stage for the second tournament running despite concluding Group E with an entertaining win against Costa Rica, who are also out.

Simon Borg

Argentina see off Poland to reach last 16

Second-half goals from Alexis Mac Allister and Julian Alvarez took Argentina through as Group C winners, setting up a round of 16 tie against Australia, while Poland also progress to play France.

Simon Borg

World Cup 2022 Group A: Match schedule, fixtures, times and dates

Ecuador and the Netherlands are the early pacesetters in Group A thanks to victories in the opening matchday of group play. Senegal and Qatar are without a point and playing catch-up.

Simon Borg

Mexico's 2022 World Cup squad

Mexico will be attempting to reach the World Cup quarterfinals for the first time since 1986, but few in their own country believe El Tri have what it takes to do it this time. These are the players who will be trying to prove them wrong.

Kyle Bonn

USA vs Iran: USMNT seal passage to World Cup Round of 16

It was win or go home for the USA, and they got the job done.

Kyle Bonn

Gakpo strikes again as Netherlands top World Cup Group A

The Netherlands clinched their place in the 2022 World Cup last 16 as Group A winners after a dominant 2-0 win over hosts Qatar.

Feargal Brennan

Fernandes double takes Portugal through

Portugal reached the round of 16 thanks to Bruno Fernandes' second-half double against Uruguay, whose own hopes of progressing from Group H are now hanging in the balance.

Simon Borg

Late Casemiro goal takes Brazil into last 16

The World Cup favorites finally broke Switzerland's resolve, a late Casemiro goal securing a victory that took Brazil through from Group G.

Simon Borg

Canada eliminated as Kramaric brace gives Croatia big win

Alphonso Davies bagged Canada's first-ever World Cup goal just two minutes into the match, but they were overwhelmed by 2018 finalists Croatia by a 4-1 score, as Andrej Kramaric led the way with a brace.

Kyle Bonn

Argentina back on track: Messi scores in big World Cup win over Mexico

Lionel Messi scored the breakthrough goal for Argentina in a big 2-0 win over Mexico that put the Albiceleste's World Cup title push back on track after the shock loss to Saudi Arabia.

Simon Borg

Mbappe brace downs Denmark as France secure World Cup knockout place

Two Group D heavyweights played a thrilling 90 minutes, and Kylian Mbappe was the hero yet again for France, who secured a place in the Round of 16 at the 2022 World Cup.

Kyle Bonn

USA and England share World Cup draw to set up qualification deciders

The United States was extremely impressive in their gargantuan matchup against England, but couldn't find a goal as the two teams shared the spoils with one more game in Group B still to play.

Kyle Bonn

Qatar out after Valencia cancels out Gakpo stunner

Enner Valencia scored but was later taken off on a stretcher as Ecuador battled back to earn a Group A draw against Netherlands after Cody Gakpo's early thunderbolt. The draw means Qatar are out.

Simon Borg

Senegal sink Qatar to claim Africa's first victory at World Cup 2022

Senegal got their Group A campaign back on track at the expense of Qatar, scoring three times to claim victory despite Mohammed Muntari scoring the hosts' first World Cup goal.

Simon Borg

Ghana's Bukari mimics Cristiano Ronaldo celebration

Cristiano Ronaldo looked dismayed as he watched Osman Bukari mimic his 'Siuuu' after scoring for Ghana against Portugal.

Ben Miller

Bale cancels out Weah strike as USA and Wales draw

A young USA team shared the spoils with Wales as Tim Weah's opener was cancelled out by a Gareth Bale penalty in a hard-fought, chaotic match.

Kyle Bonn

FIFA World Cup: Which teams have qualified?

The countdown to the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar is well and truly underway. There are 31 teams that will join the host nation in the first World Cup to be staged in the Middle East.

Simon Borg

Haaland does it again! Late penalty saves 10-man City on forward's return

Erling Haaland saved 10-man Manchester City with a 95th minute penalty winner in his return to action after injury, as the defending champions went top of the Premier League table thanks to the 2-1 win over Fulham.

Simon Borg

Champions League 2022/23 final group tables & standings

The 2022/23 UEFA Champions League wrapped up its group stage and there were upsets (Barcelona, Juventus and Atletico Madrid out), surprise finishes (Benfica over PSG and Napoli over Liverpool), and final day drama (Tottenham winning the group in stoppage time).

Simon Borg

Messi, Neymar help unbeaten PSG avoid scare in wild 4-3 win

PSG went down to Troyes twice, but Lionel Messi, Neymar and Kylian Mbappe each scored a goal to help the defending champs avoid a scare and claim a 4-3 home win in Ligue 1. The club's unbeaten run to start the 2022/23 season is now at 19 games and counting.

Simon Borg

Ballon d'Or 2022 winners & final rankings: Benzema, Putellas win Golden Ball

Real Madrid captain and star forward Karim Benzema became the second oldest player to ever win the men's Ballon d'Or when he was voted 2022 winner. Barcelona's Alexia Putellas won her second straight women's Ballon d'Or, among a total of seven awards handed out in Paris.

Simon Borg

Ballon d'Or voting explained: How it works and who votes

After the 2021 Ballon d'Or votes controversially awarded the trophy to Lionel Messi, organizers of the prestigious honor revamped the voting process and reduced the ballots to a select group. The Sporting News explain the updated rules.

Simon Borg

What time is Ballon d'Or 2022 on Monday?

The 66th edition of the annual Ballon d'Or player of the year awards will take place on Monday, October 17 in Paris. Karim Benzema is expected to win the men's award, but the other six honors are up for grabs.

Simon Borg

Ballon d'Or finalists: Winner to be announced Monday

The winner of the 2022 Ballon d'Or will be announced at a glitzy event on Monday, Oct. 17 in Paris. Karim Benzema is the frontrunner, while Lionel Messi will not be in the mix for the Ballon d'Or for the first time since 2005.

Simon Borg

How to live stream Real Madrid vs Barcelona

It's one of the must-watch matches of the European club season. Here's how you can catch the October 16 Real Madrid vs. Barcelona La Liga matchup, the first of two meetings between the clubs this season.

Simon Borg

Messi does it again: Two goals, and Argentina's streak reaches 35

Argentina are looking strong, and so is their superstar captain Lionel Messi, who scored two goals to help the Albiceleste down Jamaica 3-0 at Red Bull Arena in New Jersey. Argentina's unbeaten streak is now up to 35 games and counting.

Simon Borg

Bring on the World Cup: No. 1 Brazil are ready, beat Tunisia 5-1

In their last tuneup match before the 2022 World Cup, Brazil walloped Tunisia 5-1 in Paris as the Selecao had to endure another racist incident. Neymar scored one of the goals, moving closer to the all-time Brazil record held by Pele.

Simon Borg

Argentina roll: Messi scores twice, unbeaten run reaches 34 games

Lionel Messi had a hand in all three goals, including scoring two himself, as Argentina brushed off Honduras 3-0 in a World Cup tuneup friendly just two months before the start of FIFA Qatar 2022.

Simon Borg

Lyon vs PSG: TV channel, live stream, lineups & betting

PSG on Sunday will take their star attacking trio and undefeated Ligue 1 record to Lyon, where a classic rival will relish the opportunity to knock off the defending champions from their perch atop the league. Lyon will be desperate to get their season back on track after back-to-back road losses in league play.

Simon Borg

Lewandowski strikes again: Two more goals, as Barcelona go top in Spain

Barcelona jumped into first place in the La Liga table with an easy 3-0 win against last-place Elche as Robert Lewandowski added to his league-leading goal-scoring total with two more tallies. If Real Madrid doesn't win the Madrid derby on Sunday, Barcelona will head into October in first place.

Simon Borg

Real Madrid stay perfect, but labor to Champions League win vs. Leipzig

Defending European champions Real Madrid continued their perfect start to the 2022/23 campaign with their eighth straight win, securing a 2-0 home win which was anything but easy with both goals coming late.

Simon Borg

Neymar scores, Donnarumma saves pen as PSG hang on for latest win

PSG returned to the top of the Ligue 1 table after a narrow 1-0 home win over Stade Brestois, but they needed a Gigi Donnarumma penalty save in the second half to make Neymar's first-half goal hold up as the winner.

Simon Borg

Watch out Real Madrid: Lewa, Raphinha lead Barcelona to latest win

Barcelona's new signings were difference makers once again as Raphinha and Robert Lewandowski found the back of the net in a 3-0 road win over Sevilla. The Blaugrana's debut in the 2022/23 UEFA Champions League is up next.

Simon Borg

Real Madrid stay perfect: Brazilian duo on the mark vs. Betis

In a battle of two perfect teams in La Liga, Real Madrid came away with a narrow 2-1 home win over Real Betis in the first match played at the Santiago Bernabeu this season. Brazilian duo Vinicus Jr and Rodrygo got the goals for Los Merengues.

Simon Borg

Real Madrid vs Real Betis: TV, live stream & betting

It's a match between the only two perfect teams in La Liga as Real Madrid face Real Betis in Matchweek 4 at the Santiago Bernabeu. It's the first home match for the defending champions after three straight road games to start the campaign.

Simon Borg

Transfer Deadline Day tracker: Latest news & moves as window closes

Transfer Deadline Day was as wild as ever with some big clubs and big names making last-minute moves. Here are the latest developments and the updated list of official transfers as the 2022 summer window closed on Sept. 1.

Kyle Bonn

Champions League group draw results: Big stars facing ex-clubs

The 2022/23 UEFA Champions League group stage draw did not disappoint with a couple of candidates for Group of Death, and plenty of compelling matchups as Robert Lewandowski, Erling Haaland and Angel Di Maria face their ex-clubs.

Simon Borg

Groups set for 2022/23 Champions League

The 32 teams that earned a place in the 2022/23 Champions League group stage learned their group fate after the Aug. 25 draw delivered a couple of Group of Death candidates and some star players facing their ex-clubs including Robert Lewandowski going up against Bayern.

Simon Borg

Liverpool 2022/23 Champions League group draw

Liverpool now know their 2022/23 UEFA Champions League group-stage fate following the draw. Here are the details.

Simon Borg

Carabao Cup 2nd round results and highlights

The Carabao Cup 2nd Round saw 25 matchups played between Aug. 23-24 as 13 Premier League clubs joined the fray. League One had the most teams in round two after the Championship field was decimated.

Simon Borg

Real Madrid steamroll Celta, stay perfect in La Liga

In their first game without Casemiro, Real Madrid thrashed Celta Vigo 4-1 for their second straight road win to start the new La Liga season. Luka Modric scored a highlight-reel goal that proved the game-winner and he earned a standing ovation from the fans in Vigo.

Simon Borg

Everton score late to salvage home draw vs. Forest for first point of season

Everton needed a late Demarai Gray goal on a long assist from goalkeeper Jordan Pickford to salvage a home draw against Nottingham Forest, giving them their first point of the Premier League campaign.

Simon Borg

How to watch Celta Vigo vs Real Madrid

Real Madrid have a second straight road match to start the 2022/23 season when the defending La Liga champions visit Celta Vigo. Madrid is expected to be without Man United transfer target Casemiro, but it is still the favorite to win.

Simon Borg

Barcelona's new stars can't deliver: 0-0 in La Liga home opener

Despite a scramble to register its new star acquisitions the day before the La Liga season opener, they couldn't help FC Barcelona find the back of the net in a 0-0 draw against Rayo Vallecano at the Camp Nou in a disappointing start to the new campaign.

Simon Borg

The Gabriel Jesus show: Brazilian nets two for Arsenal in winning home debut

It was a memorable Premier League home debut for Arsenal's Gabriel Jesus, who scored two goals and then registered two assists in a 4-2 win over Leicester City at the Emirates, as the Gunners open the campaign with a perfect two wins in two games.

Simon Borg

Messi bicycle goal, Neymar assists give PSG 5-0 win in Ligue 1 opener

Lionel Messi scored a spectacular bicycle goal and Neymar got a hat trick of assists as PSG opened its Ligue 1 title defense with a resounding 5-0 win over Clermont Foot in the opening weekend of the French league season.

Simon Borg

Newcastle mean business, dominate Forest in season opener

Nottingham Forest received a rude welcome back to the Premier League as Newcastle United dominated the promoted side in a 2-0 win with Fabian Schar and Callum Wilson netting the decisive goals.

Simon Borg

Premier League team-by-team schedules 2022/23: Every club's calendar

Here's a look at every club's 2022/23 Premier League schedule, with each team's list of fixtures in a single post. The calendar consists of 38 matches for every club, including 16 before the break for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

Simon Borg

Tottenham Premier League fixtures 2022/23

Tottenham will be looking to improve upon their fourth-place Premier League finish last season, but Spurs' UEFA Champions League participation could prove a distraction. Meanwhile, the trophy drought is up to 15 years and counting.

Simon Borg

Real Madrid close out preseason with dominant win over Juventus

Real Madrid wrapped up its three-match preseason slate with a dominant victory over fellow Champions League side Juventus at a sold-out Rose Bowl with over 93,000 fans in attendance. Karim Benzema was again a difference-maker.

Simon Borg

Barcelona win again, but Lewandowski still can't buy a goal

Robert Lewandowski will be looking to score his first Barcelona goal when the Blaugrana take on the New York Red Bulls in a preseason friendly that comes two weeks before the start of the La Liga campaign.

Simon Borg

Man United suffer first preseason loss, downed by Atletico Madrid

Erik ten Hag suffered his first loss as a Manchester United manager in a 1-0 preseason defeat to Atletico Madrid with Joao Felix deciding the match. Christian Eriksen made his debut in the match and Fred was sent off in the final minute.

Simon Borg

Barcelona and Juventus put on a show: 2-2 draw in Dallas

Ousmane Dembele scored two wonder goals, but Moise Kean responded with equalizing goals as Barcelona and Juventus played to an entertaining 2-2 draw at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas, Texas.

Simon Borg

Benzema scores, but Real Madrid held by Club America

Karim Benzema played his first match of the 2022 summer preseason and scored a goal, but European champions Real Madrid were held to a 2-2 draw by a plucky Club America side which did not back down.

Simon Borg

Barcelona win El Clasico: Raphinha wonder strike downs Real Madrid

A wonder goal by Raphinha held up as the game-winner as Barcelona claimed a well-deserved preseason victory over Real Madrid in Las Vegas. Robert Lewandowski made his debut, but he failed to score in his first action for his new club.

Simon Borg

Haaland scores on Man City debut at Lambeau Field

Erling Haaland scored on his Manchester City debut and it proved the game-winner against Bayern Munich as the Premier League champions return home with two wins on their U.S. tour. Big matches await both teams next weekend.

Simon Borg

Arsenal thump Chelsea 4-0: Gunners flying in dominant display

Arsenal put forth another stellar preseason display with a 4-0 dismantling of London rivals Chelsea in front of a record crowd in Orlando. Four different scorers found the back of the net for the Gunners, while it's back to the drawing board for Thomas Tuchel.

Simon Borg

Arsenal win again, beat Orlando for fourth straight victory

Arsenal's first-choice players decided the Gunners' preseason match against Orlando City, entering in the second half and helping to decide the encounter as goals from Eddie Nketiah and Reiss Nelson clinched a 3-1 win.

Simon Borg

Man City open preseason with win, but no Haaland debut in Houston

Premier League champions Manchester City opened their 2022 preseason slate with a 2-1 win over Mexican side Club America on two goals by Kevin De Bruyne, but star signing Erling Haaland did not make his anticipated debut.

Simon Borg

Must-see Mount goal gives Chelsea win over Mexico's Club America

Mason Mount scored a stunning winner for Chelsea, who won their first preseason match against Mexican side club America on their summer tour of the USA. Timo Werner scored the first Blues goal of the new season, as American Christian Pulisic came on at halftime.

Simon Borg

Gabriel Jesus the star once again in Arsenal win vs. Everton

Arsenal supporters will be buzzing after another strong display by the Gunners in a 2-0 win over Everton which saw Gabriel Jesus come up with the game-breaking plays on a goal and assist against an average Toffees side.

Simon Borg

Ronaldo requests transfer out of Man United: Where could he go?

Cristiano Ronaldo has requested that Manchester United transfer him should a suitable offer come through, according to a report by The Times in England. His agent has been talking to teams and he could be seeking a move to a UEFA Champions League club.

Simon Borg

Why judge tossed out lawsuit in sexual assault case vs. Ronaldo

A U.S. judge dismissed a lawsuit brought against Cristiano Ronaldo by Kathryn Mayorga, who alleged the Manchester United star raped her in Las Vegas in 2009.

Simon Borg

How many times has Messi scored 5 goals in a match?

Lionel Messi is a man on a mission with Argentina in 2022. After dominating Italy in the Finalissima, he scored five goals against Estonia in a June 5 friendly to enter his national team's record books. The World Cup in Qatar is only a few months away.

Simon Borg

Messi, Di Maria put on a show, dominate Italy at Wembley

Lionel Messi and Angel Di Maria showed why Argentina will be a serious candidate to win the 2022 FIFA World Cup, when they easily brushed off Euro champion Italy 3-0 at Wembley Stadium in the Finalissima, also known as the Cup of Champions.

Simon Borg

Latest on Zouma cat case: West Ham defender pleads guilty

Kurt Zouma has pleaded guilty to kicking and slapping his pet cat. Zouma's brother Yoan also admitted one offence at Thames Magistrates Court.

Simon Borg

Mbappe snubs Real Madrid for PSG: Reported contract & salary

Just days after announcing that he would make his transfer decision before the end of May, PSG have confirmed Kylian Mbappe has signed a new contract and will not be joining Real Madrid.

Kyle Bonn

How Mikel Arteta explained woeful Arsenal loss at Newcastle

Arsenal's Champions League qualifying hopes suffered a massive blow after a 2-0 loss at Newcastle left them two points behind Tottenham with one match remaining. Manager Mikel Arteta didn't mince words postgame.

Simon Borg

Real Madrid crush Espanyol to clinch 35th La Liga title

It was a party at the Santiago Bernabeu as Real Madrid cruised to a 4-0 win over Espanyol to clinch the 35th La Liga title in club history. Rodrygo, Karim Benzema and Marco Asensio put the exclamation mark on a season that saw them run away with the league.

Simon Borg

Barcelona upset again at home, lose to Cadiz

Barcelona's bid to clinch a Champions League spot hit a snag with an unexpected 1-0 home loss to relegation battlers Cadiz. A goal by ex-Arsenal man Lucas Perez, gritty defending, and an exceptional display from goalkeeper Jeremias Ledesma allowed Cadiz to pull off the upset.

Simon Borg

World Cup draw 2022: All the results

The 2022 FIFA World Cup draw is officially in the books and we have the group stage schedule all mapped out. It's time to break down which two teams have the best chance to qualify from each group ahead of the kickoff of the event in November.

Simon Borg

Real Madrid win, extend La Liga lead with eye on Chelsea

Real Madrid's advantage atop La Liga is back to double digits after an easy win over Getafe. With seven matches left in the season, Los Merengues have a 12-point lead and they get set for a massive Champions League quarterfinal second leg against Chelsea.

Simon Borg

Updated World Cup groups: Draw results

The World Cup draw is set for all eight groups ahead of the 2022 event kicking off on Nov. 21 in Qatar. Only two teams will advance from each group, and fans will have seven months to debate what will happen and who will make it to the knockouts.

Simon Borg

CONMEBOL qualifying final standings & results

The four direct tickets to Qatar 2022 have been claimed and Peru captured the fifth-place position which will see it battle a team from the Asian confederation in a World Cup playoff in June.

Simon Borg

Is Messi retiring from Argentina?

Lionel Messi fans are sure to savor every match that he plays for Argentina through the World Cup after the superstar hinted that things could change after Qatar 2022. His teammate, Angel Di Maria, already made clear the end is near for him.

Simon Borg

Abramovich sanctioned: What it means for Chelsea

The UK government has officially sanctioned Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich, imposing restrictions on the club and its potential sale. Here's what the sanctions mean for Chelsea moving forward.

Simon Borg

Neymar's epic penalty fail might be worst of season

The PSG star had a chance to fuel a memorable comeback, but instead he killed his team's momentum and they never scored again in a 3-1 defeat that brings the star-studded Parisian side back down to earth.

Simon Borg

Ronaldo drought ends, Man United back in top four

Cristiano Ronaldo's goal-less stretch finally ends and Manchester United benefits with a 2-0 win over Brighton that sends the Red Devils into fourth place in the Premier League.

Feargal Brennan

Antonio on Zouma cat video: "Worse than racism?"

West Ham forward Michail Antonio was asked about whether his teammate Kurt Zouma should be further punished for the abuse of his pet cat. The Jamaican posed a question in response.

Simon Borg

Moyes, West Ham ripped for starting cat-kicking Zouma

The decision to include Kurt Zouma in the West Ham starting lineup less than 24 hours after a video surfaced on social media showing him abusing his pet cat was not met kindly by fans and pundits.

Simon Borg

Giroud, AC Milan fight back to beat Inter

The Milan derby has major Serie A title implications with Inter Milan having the chance to virtually knock AC Milan out of the race.

Simon Borg

Live: Transfer Deadline Day

Stay up to date on all the major moves across Europe's top leagues as the January 2022 transfer window comes to a close.

Simon Borg

FIFA The Best 2022: Lewandowski beats Messi, Ronaldo gets trophy, Puskas top goal named

The 2022 FIFA The Best awards took place on Monday and Robert Lewandowski finally won the award after missing out on the Ballon d'Or and the Globe Soccer awards.

Simon Borg

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