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Riding wave of momentum, Real Salt Lake face Sounders

Real Salt Lake look to extend their lead atop the Western Conference standings when they host the Seattle Sounders on Wednesday in Sandy, Utah. Salt Lake (6-2-4, 22 points) has seized first place in the West on the strength of a 5-0-3 record over its past eight matches.

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Rapids, Whitecaps both strive to bounce back from tough losses

The Colorado Rapids will try to bounce back from a collapse at home when they host the Vancouver Whitecaps on Wednesday night in Commerce City, Colo. Colorado created the higher quality chances in its 3-2 loss to the San Jose Earthquakes on Saturday, a match in which the Rapids held a two-goal lead.

Soccer News / Tribal Football / 1 hour ago

Athletic Bilbao coach Valverde retains hope of top four finish

Athletic Bilbao coach Ernesto Valverde retains hope of a top four finish. Victory over Celta Vigo tonight will keep their Champions League hopes alive.

Real Madrid News / Tribal Football / 12 minutes ago

Real Madrid coach Ancelotti happy with youngsters for Alaves thrashing

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti was delighted after their 5-0 win against Alaves. Vini Jr (2), Arda Guler, Fede Valverde and Jude Bellingham struck on Tuesday night.

Real Madrid News / Tribal Football / 19 minutes ago

Real Madrid goalkeeper Courtois happy with clean sheet for Alaves rout

Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois was delighted being part of their 5-0 win against Alaves. Courtois stepped in as he continued his return from an ACL.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / 54 minutes ago

St. Louis City keeping pace in West, seek more vs. LAFC

They may only be a third of the way through the MLS season, but St. Louis City know the importance of each match. St. Louis (3-1-7, 16 points) is coming off a 3-1 win against the Chicago Fire on Saturday, extending its unbeaten run to five matches (2-0-3).

Soccer News / Field Level Media / 12 minutes ago

Toronto FC pushing for more at Nashville SC

Toronto FC can rebound from their first MLS defeat in nearly a month by continuing some recent success against middling Nashville SC. In addition, Toronto can match its point total from 2023 with a victory on Wednesday night against host Nashville, which has fared well at home as of late.

Atalanta News / Tribal Football / 5 minutes ago

Atalanta coach Gasperini proud reaching two finals

Atalanta coach Gian Piero Gasperini is proud of their season. La Dea are in the finals of both the Coppa Italia and Europa League. Gasperini said: I used to think that the Coppa Italia was the only trophy Atalanta could win, as the Scudetto and the Champions League were quite far off.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / 36 minutes ago

Second place on line when Galaxy, Minnesota United meet

The Los Angeles Galaxy and Minnesota United have put together performances that suggest they are among the top teams in the MLS. It would suggest that a spirited matchup is ahead when the teams collide Wednesday at Saint Paul, Minn.

Charlotte FC aim to keep Fire cold

It was just a year and a half ago that Patrick Agyemang was playing college soccer for Rhode Island. Now he's leading Charlotte FC in goals as the Crown heads to Chicago for a Wednesday night match with the struggling Fire.

Soccer News / Stretty News / 47 minutes ago

Aaron Wan-Bissaka to bid farewell to Old Trafford on Wednesday night

Aaron Wan-Bissaka looks set to play his final game at Old Trafford as a Manchester United player on Wednesday night. The full-back has a year left to run on his contract which means this summer is United’s last real chance to cash in on the 26-year-old.

Atalanta News / Field Level Media / 1 hour ago

Orlando City aim to slow first-place Inter Miami

Inter Miami will put a five-match winning streak on the line when they visit in-state rival Orlando City on Wednesday night. Miami is also unbeaten since March 23, as it drew two matches before the five consecutive wins.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / 2 minutes ago

‘The players are desperate’ – Ten Hag fires back at Rooney’s claim about injured Manchester United stars

Erik ten Hag says his Manchester United players are ‘desperate’ to regain fitness before the season ends. The Dutchman was hitting back at Wayne Rooney’s claim that some of United’s injured players are fit enough to play, by stressing they are all “desperate” to be involved.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / 9 minutes ago

Manchester City 2 Tottenham 0: City player ratings as the champions move to within one win of history

Here are the City player ratings as Manchester City moved to within one win of a fourth consecutive Premier League title with a hard fought 2-nil win over Tottenham.

Soccer News / Stretty News / 9 minutes ago

Manchester United predicted XI vs Newcastle: Kambwala and Amrabat start

Manchester United face Newcastle in the final home game of the 2023/24 season. Erik ten Hag will hope it’s not his final outing at Old Trafford as United manager when his players take to the pitch on Wednesday night.

What FC Cincinnati's hellacious win reveals about its future

FC Cincinnati's surprisingly easy "Hell is Real" derby win Saturday over defending Major League Soccer champion Columbus should signal a promising future for The Orange and Blue.

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Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / 15 minutes ago

Six Manchester United Stars Could Return From Injury Before FA Cup Final

Manchester United could have as many as six players back from injury before facing Manchester City in the FA Cup final. In addition to Marcus Rashford and Bruno Fernandes, four defenders are also pushing for late returns.

RB Leipzig News / Last Word On Sports / 16 minutes ago

Arsenal Eye Sensational Move for £65M ‘Rising Star’; Agent Was Spotted in Attendance Against Manchester United

As the summer transfer window approaches, Arsenal are keenly monitoring one of Europe’s most promising young talents, Benjamin Sesko. With a release clause set at £65 million, the 20-year-old striker is open to a Premier League move, sparking significant interest from both the Gunners and rivals Manchester United.

Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / 2 minutes ago

The starting lineups are in for Manchester City’s clash with Tottenham

Manchester City and Tottenham have confirmed their starting lineups ahead of tonight’s massive Premier League encounter. The two teams will meet at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium with tonight’s game absolutely crucial to City’s chances of claiming a fourth consecutive Premier League title.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / 1 hour ago

Manchester United Confirm Imminent Exit for ‘Exceptional’ Star Ahead of Busy Summer

Manchester United are hopeful of salvaging their 2023/24 season by winning their final three matches, especially the FA Cup final against Manchester City.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / 20 minutes ago

Tottenham have offered £43 million to sign versatile attacker this summer

Tottenham Hotspur are hoping to sign the Real Sociedad winger Takefusa Kubo at the end of the season. The Japanese international has attracted the attention of the North London club with his performances, and Tottenham have now submitted an offer of around £43 million for him, as per Fichajes.

Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / 25 minutes ago

Pep Guardiola has once again highlighted the hypocrisy of it all

During the embargoed section of his pre-game press conference yesterday before his team’s must win game against Tottenham, Pep Guardiola once again highlighted the hypocrisy of it all.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / 2 minutes ago

Come on Gooners! 'Let’s pray for a Tottenham win!'

Gooners it is time to pray for a Tottenham win! The five words I never thought I would say have finally come out of my mouth “Let’s pray for a Tottenham win!”.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / 16 minutes ago

Fears that Liverpool could now hijack top Juventus target who knows Arne Slot – report

For the most part, former players don’t tend to be reunited with Liverpool managers. That, however, could be about to change according to one report courtesy of Italian outlet Tuttosport.com.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / 21 minutes ago

Journalist noticed Harvey Elliott’s cool-as-a-breeze response to Villa fans last night

Harvey Elliott exudes an air of supreme confidence when he’s on a football pitch, looking very much like a young man who isn’t easily fazed. That was in evidence once more on Monday night during Liverpool’s 3-3 draw away to Aston Villa, with one noteworthy moment catching the attention of Reds fans, as well as one journalist.