In a tightly contested international friendly, neither Guatemala nor Venezuela could find the breakthrough as the match ended in a 0-0 stalemate. The game served as preparation for both teams ahead of their respective Copa América campaigns this summer.
The first half was an even affair with both sides creating half-chances but struggling to truly test the opposing goalkeepers. Venezuela’s veteran midfielder Tomas Rincon earned his 132nd cap, setting a new record for most appearances for the Vinotinto.
As the international break approaches, all eyes will be on the Shell Energy Stadium where Guatemala and Venezuela are set to clash in a much-anticipated friendly encounter. While the match may be a non-competitive affair, both sides will be looking to gain valuable match practice and build momentum ahead of their respective upcoming challenges.
For Guatemala, the friendly serves as a crucial warmup before they resume their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign against Dominica.
In a showdown of early-season underachievers, the Seattle Sounders will travel to face the San Jose Earthquakes on Saturday, with both clubs desperate to kickstart stalling campaigns with a much-needed win.
The Sounders, who finished as runners-up in the Western Conference last year, have floundered out of the gates in 2023. Through three matches, they’ve mustered just two points from a pair of draws, leaving them stuck in 13th place and already six points adrift of the playoff positions.
The stage is set for an electric showdown at Children’s Mercy Park as Sporting Kansas City prepares to host Western Conference rivals LA Galaxy on Saturday night. With both teams boasting rich histories and a burning desire to assert their dominance, the highly anticipated clash promises to be a thrilling spectacle for fans.
As the home side, Sporting KC will be drawing confidence from their familiar surroundings, but they face a significant challenge in navigating through their injury woes.
The roars echoed across the stadium as two of Africa’s football powerhouses, Zambia and Zimbabwe, took to the field for an electrifying international friendly match. The highly anticipated clash was more than just a warm-up game; it was a showcase of skill, determination, and national pride.
Under the watchful eyes of coaches Avram Grant and Norman Mapeza, the players from both sides left it all on the pitch, battling for every inch of turf.
As the dust settles on the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations, the Moroccan national team will be looking to redeem themselves after a disappointing round of 16 exit when they host Angola in an international friendly on Friday. The Atlas Lions entered the tournament as one of the favorites but were stunned by South Africa, crashing out earlier than expected.
On the other hand, Angola exceeded expectations by reaching the quarterfinals for the first time in their history.
The stage is set for an electrifying clash as the Algerian national team prepares to take on Bolivia in an international friendly match scheduled for March 22nd, 2024. With both sides eager to showcase their skills and secure a morale-boosting victory, the anticipation among fans is palpable.
The match, which will kick off at 5:00 PM ET, promises to be a captivating affair, as the two teams bring their unique styles and strategies to the field.
As the road to Euro 2024 continues, two of the tournament’s qualified nations - Hungary and Turkey - will lock horns in an intriguing international friendly at the Puskas Arena in Budapest on Friday. The match promises an enthralling battle between two in-form teams eager to test their mettle ahead of next summer’s continental showpiece.
Both sides cruised through their respective Euro 2024 qualifying groups, with Hungary topping Group G ahead of Serbia, while Turkey finished at the summit of their group, pipping Croatia to the punch.
The world of football is set ablaze as two heavyweight contenders, Spain and Colombia, gear up for an epic international friendly showdown in the heart of London. This highly-anticipated clash, scheduled for March 22nd, 2024, promises to be a spectacle that no true fan can afford to miss.
As the countdown begins, tensions are already running high with the recent controversy surrounding Spain’s head coach, Luis de la Fuente, and his decision to overlook Real Madrid’s rising star, Brahim Díaz.
In a devastating blow to Bournemouth’s Premier League title aspirations, Colombian forward Luis Sinisterra has been sidelined for approximately five weeks due to a hamstring injury sustained while on international duty. This setback comes at a crucial juncture of the season, with the Cherries embroiled in a tight race for the coveted championship.
The news was confirmed by Bournemouth’s head coach, Andoni Iraola, who expressed his disappointment over the untimely injury.
As the summer’s major tournaments loom on the horizon, two nations with contrasting aspirations will cross paths in Parma, Italy this Friday. Albania, riding high after topping their Euro 2024 qualifying group, take on a Chile side desperate to rediscover their form ahead of the prestigious Copa America.
For the Albanians, this friendly presents an opportunity to gauge their progress against higher-ranked opposition as they build towards their first European Championship appearance since 1964.
In the ever-evolving landscape of modern football, the delicate balance between nurturing young talents and managing their workload has become a pressing concern. The recent call-up of Pau Cubarsi, Barcelona’s prodigious center-back, to the Spanish national team for upcoming friendlies against Colombia and Brazil has reignited the debate over the potential risks of overburdening promising youngsters.
Cubarsi, at just 17 years of age, has been a revelation for Barcelona this season, earning widespread acclaim for his composed defending and exceptional passing range.
In what was supposed to be an ideal preparation for their opening Euro 2024 match against Germany, Scotland suffered a demoralizing 4-0 loss to the Netherlands in Amsterdam. The scoreline fails to tell the full story of a night where Steve Clarke’s side missed chance after chance before conceding three goals in the final 18 minutes.
For 70 minutes, Scotland silenced the World Cup quarter-finalists in front of a 51,000-strong crowd at the Johan Cruyff ArenA.
In a candid interview, Mexican international midfielder Edson Álvarez has shed light on the fractured relationship he endured with former national team coach Gerardo “Tata” Martino during the ill-fated 2022 World Cup campaign in Qatar.
Despite expressing initial gratitude for their once-close bond, the West Ham United player did not mince words when reflecting on how things unraveled leading up to Mexico’s group stage elimination from football’s biggest stage.
“I am grateful, at some point I had a great relationship with ‘Tata’.
The stage is set for yet another epic battle between the two giants of CONCACAF. Mexico booked their spot in the Concacaf Nations League final with a clinical 3-0 victory over Panama on Thursday night in Arlington, Texas. They will now face their biggest rivals, the United States Men’s National Team (USMNT), in Sunday’s heavyweight championship clash at AT&T Stadium.
In front of almost 50,000 fans heavily favoring El Tri, Mexico got off to a fast start when Edson Alvarez opened the scoring in the 40th minute.
Jamal Lowe, the talented forward for Swansea City, has set his sights on making history with the Jamaican national team as they embark on their quest for CONCACAF Nations League glory. After a recent injury spell that kept him sidelined from international duty, Lowe has returned to the Reggae Boyz fold, eager to contribute to their remarkable journey.
The CONCACAF Nations League semi-final clash against the formidable United States on Thursday presents an opportunity for Jamaica to etch their name in the annals of football history.
As the 2024 Copa America approaches, Ecuador and Guatemala gear up for an international friendly at the iconic Red Bull Arena in New Jersey. This clash promises to be an intriguing encounter, pitting Ecuador’s defensive resilience against Guatemala’s quest to rediscover their scoring touch.
For Ecuador, under the watchful eye of manager Felix Sanchez Bas, their recent form has been nothing short of impressive. Unbeaten in their final five World Cup qualifying fixtures of 2023, La Tri find themselves well-positioned to secure a consecutive World Cup appearance after their 2022 campaign.
The road to Euro 2024 takes a pivotal turn on Thursday as Bosnia and Herzegovina play host to a rejuvenated Ukraine side in a do-or-die qualifying playoff clash in Zenica. Stakes couldn’t be higher for Serhiy Rebrov’s men, who must prevail at the Bilino Polje Stadium to keep their hopes of reaching Germany alive following a rollercoaster campaign.
Having fallen agonizingly short of direct qualification, Ukraine finds itself at the playoff crossroads after a 1-1 stalemate against Italy in their final Group C fixture.
The road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues for the Australian national soccer team as they prepare to host Lebanon in a crucial qualifying match. On Thursday, March 21st, the Socceroos will take the field at the iconic CommBank Stadium in Sydney, aiming to extend their winning start in the second round of Asian qualifiers.
Fresh off impressive victories over Bangladesh and Palestine late last year, Graham Arnold’s men find themselves atop Group I with a perfect record.
The biggest club competition in European women’s soccer is being streamed for free to a global audience this season. The UEFA Women’s Champions League matches are available to watch live on the sports streaming platform DAZN without any subscription required.
DAZN has removed the paywall for its women’s football coverage, including the Champions League, in a move to grow viewership and interest in the women’s game worldwide. Selected matches are also streaming live on DAZN’s YouTube channel.
In a recent interview, Manchester City’s Portuguese full-back João Cancelo, who is currently on loan at FC Barcelona, revealed an intriguing conversation he had with his national team colleague, Pepe. The seasoned defender, who spent a decade at Real Madrid, attempted to persuade Cancelo to join the Spanish giants, but the 28-year-old made it clear that his allegiance lies with Barcelona.
“Pepe said that I was a player for Madrid, but I told him that I am a Barça fan,” Cancelo stated, highlighting his unwavering support for the Catalan club.
Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez is staring at another touchline ban after being sent off during his side’s impressive 3-0 win over Atletico Madrid on Sunday. The former midfield maestro talked himself into trouble yet again, earning a red card for dissent after haranguing the match official.
According to reports from Spanish publications Mundo Deportivo and Diario Sport, Xavi is likely facing a two-match ban that would rule him out of Barcelona’s upcoming La Liga fixtures against Las Palmas and Cadiz.
In a frightening scene that sent shockwaves through the Argentine soccer community, the highly-anticipated league match between Estudiantes de la Plata and Boca Juniors was abruptly halted on Sunday after Estudiantes midfielder Javier Altamirano suffered a seizure on the pitch.
The 24-year-old Chilean international, who had been called up to the national team for upcoming friendlies against Albania and France, collapsed to the ground in the 27th minute, prompting immediate concern from teammates and medical staff.
The iconic Notre Dame Stadium is set to host an epic international friendly between two European soccer giants this summer. On July 27th, the hallowed grounds will welcome Chelsea FC from the English Premier League and Scottish champions Celtic FC for a mouthwatering clash under the lights.
The match continues Notre Dame’s impressive run of hosting high-profile international sporting events in recent years. In 2019, the university hosted a friendly between Liverpool and Borussia Dortmund, whetting the appetite of local fans for more world-class action.
The 2024 Liga MX Clausura campaign continues to heat up as Atletico San Luis prepares to host league leaders Pachuca at the Alfonso Lastras Ramirez stadium on Monday evening. The visitors currently sit atop the table with an impressive 22 points from 11 matches, boasting the league’s most potent attack with 25 goals scored thus far.
San Luis, on the other hand, finds themselves mired in the bottom half of the standings with a mere 10 points from their opening 11 fixtures.
In a bizarre turn of events, Paris Saint-Germain winger Ousmane Dembélé was forced to withdraw from the squad to face Montpellier HSC on Saturday after suffering a punctured eardrum just hours before kickoff.
According to reports from Actu.fr, the 26-year-old French international traveled with the PSG squad to Montpellier in the morning but soon complained of acute pain in his ear upon arrival. The club’s medical staff wasted no time and quickly contacted emergency services rather than attempting to treat Dembélé themselves.
In a thrilling Ligue 1 encounter, Kylian Mbappé showcased his goalscoring prowess as Paris Saint-Germain secured a convincing 6-2 victory over Montpellier. The French superstar’s hat-trick propelled the league leaders to their first win in four matches, extending their lead at the top to 12 points.
The match at the Stade de la Mosson witnessed a goal-fest from the very start, with PSG taking the lead in the 14th minute through Vitinha’s curling effort.
The stage is set for an electrifying encounter as Pachuca, riding high on confidence, prepares to lock horns with a faltering Atletico San Luis side in the upcoming Liga MX Clausura fixture. With the visitors sitting pretty in the top four, they’ll be aiming to solidify their position in the title race, while the hosts desperately seek to halt their alarming slide down the table.
Atletico San Luis, once a promising force early in the campaign, have hit a stumbling block in recent weeks, stumbling to a disappointing 14th place with a meager 10 points from 11 games.
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has reaffirmed his faith in summer signing Mason Mount, insisting the England international will become a pivotal player for the club once he regains full fitness.
Mount, who joined from Chelsea in a high-profile move last summer, has endured a frustrating start to life at Old Trafford due to a series of injuries that have disrupted his rhythm. However, with the 24-year-old now back in training, Ten Hag believes it is only a matter of time before Mount showcases his true qualities.
The soccer world has been rocked by yet another scandal involving alleged inappropriate relationships between coaches and players. This time, the controversy surrounds Willie Kirk, the 45-year-old manager of Leicester City Women’s team.
According to reports from The Guardian, Kirk is currently under investigation over claims that he engaged in an intimate relationship with one of his players. The allegations are severe enough that Leicester City has taken the drastic step of suspending Kirk pending the outcome of their internal probe.
