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Portugal was minutes from securing their place in the 2026 World Cup after Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice in a 2-2 draw with Hungary in Lisbon on Tuesday.
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Chelsea coach Sonia Bompastor challenged her goal-shy side to "kill the hope" of Paris FC in their Women's Champions League clash on Wednesday.
(Originally posted by PA)
England booked their spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a 5-0 thrashing of Latvia in qualifying on Tuesday.
(Originally posted by ESPN)
Raphinha has told ESPN he considered leaving Barcelona for life changing money in Saudi Arabia before Hansi Flick took over in 2024.
(Originally posted by Bruno Andrade and Sam Marsden)
South Africa became the latest African nation to qualify for the 2026 World Cup after beating Rwanda 3-0 Tuesday to top its qualifying group, despite being docked three points for fielding an ineligible player in earlier games.
The October international window as we know it is about to close for the very last time. It's part of a big change to FIFA breaks that begins next season.
(Originally posted by Chris Wright)
Santos forward Neymar is open to a move to Serie A amid links to Inter Milan and Napoli. Transfer Talk has the latest news and rumors.
(Originally posted by ESPN)
ESPN spoke to one of Estêvão's youth coaches at Palmeiras, Rogério Ferreira, to hear the story of how tough love and hard work saw the winger reach the top.
(Originally posted by Sam Tighe)
Meet the team of part-timers, ranked 150 by FIFA, hoping to reach next summer's tournament. "Every young boy wants to play in a World Cup -- it is a dream ... and we know we have a chance."
(Originally posted by Mark Ogden)
USMNT manager Mauricio Pochettino said he would wait until Tuesday to determine if Christian Pulisic will play in the friendly against Australia, while Fulham defender Antonee Robinson has been ruled out due to ongoing issues with his knee.
(Originally posted by Jeff Carlisle)
Real Madrid and Barcelona have received positive reports regarding Mexican teenage sensation Gilberto Mora, sources have told ESPN.
(Originally posted by Moises Llorens and Rodra)
Cape Verde will play in the World Cup for the first time after beating Eswatini 3-0 to win its group in African qualifying for the 2026 World Cup on Monday.
England manager Thomas Tuchel has said Marcus Rashford is not living up to his potential and warned him not to waste his career.
(Originally posted by PA)
France were held to a frustrating 2-2 draw by Iceland in Reykjavik but edged a step closer to securing World Cup qualification.
(Originally posted by PA)
Thanks to a recent change in local law, Suriname is drawing on its Dutch lineage to fuel a fight for a place in the 2026 World Cup.
(Originally posted by Jon Arnold)
Daouda Peeters was on a fast track to success at Juventus only for a rare neurological disorder to halt his career in its tracks.
(Originally posted by Jeff Carlisle)
The Copa América is the main men's football tournament contested among national teams from South America. It is the oldest continental football competition in the world and determines the continental champion of South America.
HistoryThe tournament was first held in 1916, making it the oldest international continental football competition. Originally known as the South American Championship, it was rebranded as Copa América in 1975. The competition has evolved significantly over the years, growing in prestige and popularity.
Participating TeamsWhile primarily featuring teams from CONMEBOL (the South American Football Confederation), the Copa América often invites national teams from other confederations, most notably from CONCACAF (North, Central American, and Caribbean Association Football), to participate. This inclusion adds a unique international flavor to the tournament.
Current CONMEBOL member nations include:
- Argentina
- Bolivia
- Brazil
- Chile
- Colombia
- Ecuador
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Uruguay
- Venezuela
The format of the Copa América has varied throughout its history. Typically, it involves a group stage followed by a knockout stage (quarter-finals, semi-finals, and final). The number of participating teams and the specific structure can change based on the edition.
Notable Records and AchievementsMany legendary players and iconic matches have graced the Copa América. Some key highlights include:
- Most Titles: Historically, Uruguay and Argentina have been among the most successful teams in the tournament's history.
- Top Goal Scorers: Numerous prolific goal scorers have left their mark on the competition.
- Memorable Matches: The tournament is renowned for its intense rivalries and thrilling encounters, often producing dramatic moments and unexpected outcomes.
Lionel Messi has returned to training with Argentina after being released to play in Inter Miami's MLS game against Atalanta on Saturday.
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Germany manager Julian Nagelsmann and former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp both defended Florian Wirtz's underwhelming start to Premier League life.
(Originally posted by ESPN)
Kylian Mbappé has said that Cristiano Ronaldo is "still number one" at Real Madrid, and says he's asked him for advice.
(Originally posted by Alex Kirkland)
Barcelona attacker Dani Olmo is a major doubt for the Clásico against Real Madrid at the end of the month with a calf injury.
(Originally posted by Sam Marsden)
Faroe Islands shocked Czechia with a 2-1 win to give them a faint hope of qualifying for next summer's World Cup.
(Originally posted by ESPN)
USMNT and USWNT fans often complain about high ticket prices, repetitive cities and weak opponents for games, but U.S. Soccer explains everything that goes into such decisions.
(Originally posted by Jeff Kassouf)
The Premier League returns this weekend. With four matchdays until the next international break, what are the big issues looming over the next month?
(Originally posted by Mark Ogden)
Levante's Karl Etta Eyong has been identified as Robert Lewandowski's successor at Barcelona. Transfer Talk has the latest news and rumors.
(Originally posted by ESPN)
Angel Di María and Neymar have both returned to their boyhood clubs. So, while the Brazilian flounders, what's the secret behind El Fideo's success?
(Originally posted by Tim Vickery)
Record-setting Kansas City is soaring into the postseason off the back of Temwa Chawinga's goals. That and more in ESPN's NWSL Power Rankings.
(Originally posted by Megan Swanick)
WSL champions Chelsea have drawn their last two games and had 27 shot attempts vs. Tottenham.
(Originally posted by Emily Keogh)
