Manchester United defender Diogo Dalot believes that leading Portugal to ultimate glory at the 2026 World Cup would provide a fittingly beautiful finale to Cristiano Ronaldo’s iconic career. The versatile full-back emphasized that the entire footballing world, not just their home nation, will be uniting to support the veteran forward’s quest. Defending legacy without pressure…
American midfielder Brenden Aaronson had a good excuse to miss the U.S. World Cup team’s training session Friday — he was getting married. The Leeds midfielder is marrying longtime girlfriend Milana D’Ambra, a daughter of Saint Joseph’s men’s soccer coach Don D’Ambra. Aaronson, also a member of the 2022 U.S. World Cup squad, left camp…
FAYETTEVILLE, Ga. — On Wednesday, reports overseas began to emerge that United States World Cup coach Mauricio Pochettino was interviewed by seven-time European champion AC Milan last week about their vacant managerial position. On Thursday, Pochettino and U.S Soccer CEO JT Batson addressed the news. “Mauricio and [his assistant coaches have] been incredibly transparent the…
Many starting XI position battles for the United States are still up for grabs for the 2026 World Cup, but none might be as hotly contested as the battle for starting goalkeeper. Former U.S. men’s national team goalkeeper Tony Meola appeared on FS1’s “First Things First” to break down who his projected starter is ahead of…
Lionel Messi headlines Argentina’s 26-man roster for the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the defending champions eye a repeat title at this summer’s tournament. Already one of the greatest players of all-time, the 38-year-old superstar could solidify his spot at the top if he can lead the Albiceleste to back-to-back World Cups. Only Brazil (1958,…
FAYETTEVILLE, Ga. — If there’s one universal anxiety that fans of the United States men’s national team share heading into the Americans’ 2026 FIFA World Cup opener against Paraguay just 15 days from Thursday, it has to be Christian Pulisic. Possibly already the greatest attacking talent the country has ever produced, Pulisic has been the…
Manchester United midfielder Casemiro has jumped to the defense of his long-time international teammate Neymar, insisting the forward remains vital to Brazil’s World Cup ambitions. Despite a fresh injury setback hampering the Santos star’s preparations, Casemiro remains confident that the Selecao’s all-time record goalscorer can still dictate terms on the world stage. Midfielder Addresses Neymar…
When Mauricio Pochettino officially unveiled his 26-man United States men’s national team squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, one name rang a bell for fans on both sides of the U.S.-Mexico border: Alejandro Zendejas. The Club América winger hadn’t been involved in recent camps, yet, when the dust settled on Tuesday’s announcement, the 28-year-old…
Pep Guardiola is reportedly open to taking over as England manager in the future as he begins his life after Manchester City. The legendary coach, who has just ended a trophy-laden decade at the Etihad Stadium, is viewed as the ultimate ‘dream’ candidate for the Football Association. A Legendary Tenure Ends Guardiola has finally called…
Argentina, the World Cup defending champion, is looking to achieve something only done twice in the history of the men’s World Cup. Something that’s almost impossible. To win it back-to-back. Two other great footballing countries – Italy and Brazil – have previously achieved that feat. Yes, I’ll get to Lionel Messi in a moment,…
