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Polish soccer federation says coach Sousa wants to quit post

The president of the Polish soccer federation has accused national team manager Paulo Sousa of “extremely irresponsible behavior” for seeking to leave his post after receiving an o...

DECEMBER 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Postmedia Team of the Year: Canadian women's national soccer team, gold-medallists in Tokyo It was an historic year for the Canadian women’s national soccer team.

DECEMBER 27, 2021 • TORONTOSUN.COM

Equal pay appeal by U.S. women's national soccer team players set for March 7 The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals said Sunday the hearing will take place at 9:30 a.m. on March 7 in Pasadena, California.

DECEMBER 26, 2021 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM

Equal pay appeal by US women soccer players set for March 7

Oral arguments in the appeal by American female soccer players seeking equal pay have been scheduled for March 7 in Pasadena, California, by the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals

DECEMBER 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Soccer punctuated a WWI Christmas truce between British and German soldiers Research establishes that German and British soldiers played soccer on the Western Front during a famed World War I Christmas truce.

DECEMBER 24, 2021 • LATIMES.COM

Nashville Sports Authority gauging city's interest in women's pro franchise Nashville Sports Authority survey asks whether local fans would support a WNBA, arena football, soccer, softball, ice hockey or volleyball t...

DECEMBER 22, 2021 • TENNESSEAN.COM

Why Chelsea's Thomas Tuchel should switch tactics to salvage title hopes Facing a personnel crisis in light of the COVID-19 outbreak at his club, there's a strong argument for Chelsea to abandon its three-back set...

DECEMBER 21, 2021 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

When is Neymar back from ankle injury? PSG reveals timeline for return The Brazilian continues to struggle with injuries at PSG, with his latest ankle problem to keep him out for a significant length of time.

DECEMBER 21, 2021 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

German clubs ask for game to be replayed after racist abuse

Two German soccer clubs have asked for their game to be replayed after it was abandoned following racist abuse

DECEMBER 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Klopp: Liverpool won't sign unvaccinated players; 'They are a constant threat' The German head coach underlined how important is it for footballers to protect themselves and their teammates from COVID-19.

DECEMBER 20, 2021 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Xavi: Barcelona have 'lost model of play' after unconvincing Elche victory The Spaniard wasn't satisfied with his side's performance but did reserve praise for wonderkid Gavi.

DECEMBER 20, 2021 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

3rd-tier soccer game abandoned in Germany after racist abuse A third-division soccer game in Germany has been abandoned due to racist abuse directed at a visiting player.

DECEMBER 19, 2021 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

3rd-tier soccer game abandoned in Germany after racist abuse

A third-division soccer game in Germany has been abandoned due to racist abuse directed at a visiting player

DECEMBER 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

AP Breakthrough Entertainer: Rauw Alejandro, higher level He started off wanting to be a star soccer player, but instead Rauw Alejandro has become a breakout Latin music sensation.

DECEMBER 17, 2021 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Will Chelsea play after COVID-19 outbreak? Lukaku, other players test positive Multiple Chelsea players have tested positive for COVID-19, putting this weekend's match and others at risk.

DECEMBER 16, 2021 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

French authorities boost stadium security after fan violence

Professional soccer matches in France will be immediately abandoned when a player or a referee is injured by a projectile thrown from the stands

DECEMBER 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Will AFCON be cancelled in January? Reports say African championship faces COVID challenges There is serious concern that the Africa Cup of Nations could be in jeopardy of being called off due to the rise in COVID-19 infections caus...

DECEMBER 15, 2021 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Who should be the USWNT player of the year? Analyzing the nominees (and some who missed the cut) In an underwhelming year, who has the best case for U.S. Soccer's top award?

DECEMBER 14, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Fall All-Met 2021 Here are the All-Mets for the 2021 fall season, with the Players of the Year in football, soccer, field hockey, volleyball and cross-country...

DECEMBER 14, 2021 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

FIFA FIFPRO Men's World 11 shortlist: Chelsea, PSG dominate 23-man group that includes Dani Alves The 23 players in the men's list for the FIFA FIFPRO World 11 have been confirmed, with Chelsea enjoying a good number of nominees.

DECEMBER 14, 2021 • BEINSPORTS.COM

National Women's Team players, U.S. Soccer extend labor deal 3 months The move was announced on the same day players filed a brief asking a federal appeals court to reinstate their equal pay claim.

DECEMBER 14, 2021 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM

U.S. Soccer Fan Week Celebrates Supporters of the U.S. National Teams Celebration Includes Special Giveaways, Contests and Content Throughout Week of Dec. 13-18

DECEMBER 13, 2021 • USSOCCER.COM

Barcelona youngsters 'cannot be the pillars' of club recovery, Xavi says after Osasuna draw The Blaugrana boss is keen to ease the pressure on some of the junior members of his squad.

DECEMBER 13, 2021 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM