USA begins World Cup title defense

The Women’s World Cup is finally here and the USWNT looks set to rack up three tournament victories in the span of three tournaments. Several teams have already played, but it is now time for the USWNT to take the stage. They will strive to make history and do something that has never been done before. The USWNT will begin its World Cup title defense … Continue reading USA begins World Cup title defense

USWNT attendance down 6% during the 2019-2023 cycle

The Women’s World Cup is just around the corner. For the teams that have qualified, this is the culmination of a four-year cycle. And since it’s the end of the cycle, it’s time to look back and see what USWNT visitors were from 2019 to 2023. Unfortunately, USWNT attendance fell 6% over the period 2015-2019. From 2015 to 2019, the average attendance was 18,145 over … Continue reading USWNT attendance down 6% during the 2019-2023 cycle

FIFA fails to respond to the growth of women’s football

On the eve of the 2023 Women’s World Cup, the popularity and commercial potential of women’s football continues to rise. However, FIFA has struggled to take full advantage of broadcasting rights amid high expectations. Despite the expansion of the tournament field and record viewership in 2019, FIFA fell short of its lofty target of $300 million for rights fees by about $100 million, she said. … Continue reading FIFA fails to respond to the growth of women’s football

How Saudi Arabia wants to be in the top 10 football leagues by 2030

Saudi Arabia’s football landscape is undergoing a remarkable transformation asthe nation embarks on a mission to establish itself as a global sports center. Thethe recent influx of high-profile football signings has drawn comparisons to China’smessy entry to the market. However, Saudi Arabia is taking a more strategic approach, aiming to diversify its economy, project a modern image and capitalize on the popularity of football to … Continue reading How Saudi Arabia wants to be in the top 10 football leagues by 2030

How Messi’s stats compare to those of Pele and Maradona

The magisterialAs Ray Hudson would put it, Lionel Messi’s game has dazzled football fans for nearly two decades. There are still debates, but he is undoubtedly the greatest player of his generation. Messi has the numbers to back it up. But how do Messi’s stats compare to the legends of the past? The title of “greatest of all time” (GOAT) is always a bit subjective, … Continue reading How Messi’s stats compare to those of Pele and Maradona

PSG willing to outbid Bayern for Kane, report says

Paris Saint-Germain are looking for a deal for Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane. A transfer from Harry Kane to Bayern Munich seemed the only realistic option. Still, the French champions want to dazzle the Bavarians. The German giants have been intensively associated with the England international for months. In fact, Bayern have already submitted two bids for the superstar striker. However, both offers were turned … Continue reading PSG willing to outbid Bayern for Kane, report says

The EA Sports FC 24 trailer showcases the future of footy gaming

An iconic era in a corner of the football world has come to an end. Since 1993, the days of Super Nintendo and Sega Genesis, the name “FIFA” has been one of the biggest in the video game world. But that time has passed, as the game’s creator, EA Sports, has severed their relationship with the sport’s governing body and rebranded their football offering. And … Continue reading The EA Sports FC 24 trailer showcases the future of footy gaming

MLS teams receive FIFA World Cup windfall

FIFA has officially announced payment plans in their Club Benefit Program for the 2022 World Cup. The sport’s governing body essentially paid every club worldwide to release players for the massive tournament. In total, FIFA paid out a total of $209 million as 440 clubs released a total of 837 players for the World Cup in Qatar. Major League Soccer clubs collected a combined $7.2 … Continue reading MLS teams receive FIFA World Cup windfall

Kane survives spirited wing challenge as Bayern links go through

Bayern Munich’s Kane offer has yet to really test Daniel Levy’s resolve, but the Tottenham Hotspur superstar continues. Harry Kane even appeared on the hit YouTube show hot on Thursday. Guests of the series feast on hot chicken wings while being interviewed at the same time. Kane and host Sean Evans tried 10 different levels of wings during the taping of the show. This includes … Continue reading Kane survives spirited wing challenge as Bayern links go through

Jordan Henderson offered an astronomical salary to leave Liverpool

Jordan Henderson’s salary is about to rise by a monumental margin. The England midfielder has received a hefty offer from Steven Gerrard’s new club in Saudi Arabia, Al-Ettifaq. It is the sheer magnitude of this offer that has the 33-year-old thinking about ending his 12-year Liverpool career. The Saudi team is doing everything it can to secure the veteran’s signing. It is revealed that while … Continue reading Jordan Henderson offered an astronomical salary to leave Liverpool