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Two sizzling squads meet when LAFC visit Minnesota United

Off back-to-back home shutout wins over the Colorado Rapids and FC Dallas, Los Angeles FC will try for their first-ever road victory over Minnesota United on Wednesday night in Saint Paul, Minn.

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Dynamo begin key stretch with visit from Whitecaps

Houston Dynamo coach Ben Olsen said his team is living on the edge. The Dynamo fell off that edge Saturday night at Real Salt Lake when they gave up a set-piece goal late in the first half that held up in a 1-0 loss, which put them out of the Western Conference playoff table.

Augsburg News / Field Level Media / July 15

D.C. United facing plenty of adversity ahead of Charlotte trip

A week after struggling D.C. United fired coach Troy Lesesne, the team remains in flux as it heads to Charlotte FC for a midweek match on Wednesday night.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / July 15

Crew put unbeaten streak on line against Nashville SC

The Columbus Crew try to extend their unbeaten streak while host Nashville SC bid to start a new one on Wednesday in an Eastern Conference showdown. The opponents' streaks have Miami in common.

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Soccer News / Field Level Media / July 15

FC Cincinnati face tough task with visit from surging Inter Miami

After letting a two-goal lead slip away against the Columbus Crew in a 4-2 loss, FC Cincinnati aim to bounce back at home against Inter Miami on Wednesday night.

RB Leipzig News / Field Level Media / July 15

Revolution, Red Bulls face opportunity to end winless droughts

Two winless droughts are on the line when the New England Revolution visit the New York Red Bulls on Wednesday in Harrison, N.J. New York hasn't won in its last five (0-2-3) outings, but managed a draw in its lone home date in that five-match span.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / July 15

League-leading Union set to take on last-place CF Montreal

It's a battle of first versus worst when the Philadelphia Union host CF Montreal on Wednesday in Chester, Pa. The Union (13-5-4, 43 points) head into the midweek matchup with the best record in MLS, moving atop the standings with a 2-0 win against the New York Red Bulls on Saturday.

Nottingham Forest News / To The Lane And Back / July 15

Tottenham backed to complete move for £60million star; PL rival’s concern dismissed

Tottenham Hotspur are still on course to complete the signing of Morgan Gibbs-White this summer, despite Nottingham Forest’s formal complaint to the Premier League, Football Insider have confirmed.

Atlanta United News / Field Level Media / July 15

Atlanta United make long-awaited return home to face Fire

Playing in front of their home fans for the first time in nearly two months, Atlanta United will look to snap a five-game winless stretch against the Chicago Fire on Wednesday night.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / July 15

Celtic Player of the Day – Joe McLaughlin

Joe was a Celtic stalwart in the dark years of the Second World War as the club struggled to come to terms with war-time football in extraordinarily difficult circumstances.

Celta Vigo News / To The Lane And Back / July 15

24-year-old Tottenham star offers his service to La Liga side; summer exit likely

Tottenham Hotspur have started accelerating their transfer business from last week. They wrapped up the deal for Japanese prospect Kota Takai from Kawasaki Frontale, before making their first marquee signing of the summer transfer window in the shape of Mohammed Kudus.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / July 15

CCV is back but more defensive additions needed at Celtic

Cameron Carter-Vickers aka Celtic’s Big Strong Man was pictured training with the first team in Portugal as the players were put through their paces with

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / July 15

Premier League upstarts threaten to derail Tottenham pursuit of €28m South American star

Tottenham Hotspur may have to move quickly to seal a move for their primary defensive targets of the summer transfer window. With Cristian Romero’s future uncertain at White Hart Lane, Bologna defender Jhon Lucumi has emerged as a target for Spurs.

Tottenham Hotspur News / To The Lane And Back / July 15

Brazilian giants make bold play to land injury hit Tottenham star; Spurs seeking £55m

Richarlison’s future at Tottenham Hotspur remains uncertain, with contrasting reports doing the rounds in the past few weeks. The Brazilian has been linked heavily with an exit from Spurs for a while now.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / July 15

Leeds United Agree Deal ‘Close to the Limit’ of Transfer Budget for ‘Classy’ Maestro

Leeds United have been re-promoted to the Premier League after two years out, and they aim to beat the curse that has seen the past six promoted sides suffer relegation.

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Aston Villa News / To The Lane And Back / July 15

Tottenham advised to ‘stay clear’ of £40m Man City star; ‘Hunger and appetite’ under question

Tottenham cannot afford to make a mistake in the transfer window if the club wants to build on the Europa League success next season. The Lilywhites have already managed to land Mohammed Kudus on a high-profile deal from West Ham earlier this week.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 15

Arsenal man could terminate his deal to complete move to Spain

Karl Hein spent last season on loan at Real Valladolid after extending his contract with Arsenal. The club clearly believed in his long-term potential, offering him fresh terms before sending him out to gain valuable first-team experience in Spain.

Lens News / To The Lane And Back / July 15

Defensive sensation backed to stay at Tottenham until January amid injury concern

Tottenham Hotspur boss Thomas Frank must utilise the transfer market to build a squad to compete on multiple fronts, including the Champions League, next season.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 15

Arsenal set timeline to complete formalities and sign Spanish youngster

Arsenal is set to finalise the signing of Cristhian Mosquera after the young defender turned down a contract renewal offer from Valencia. The move marks a significant step forward for both the player and the Premier League club, who have shown a keen interest in the Spaniard following his performances on the international stage.

Liverpool FC News / Last Word On Sports / July 15

Liverpool Make ‘Club to Club Approach’ for Player ‘Better Than Mohamed Salah’

The news of Newcastle United being interested in Hugo Ekitike has led the footballing world to wonder whether they are preparing for the departure of their current centre-forward.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / July 15

Ornstein drops big news on Liverpool’s striker hunt after Isak approach

Liverpool have made an approach to sign Alexander Isak from Newcastle United, according to a major update from a reliable source. The Athletic’s David Ornstein reports that we’ve now formally expressed interest in the Swedish forward, who has long been admired by many at Anfield.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 15

Arsenal striker target sends transfer message to Gunners with latest social media antics

Benjamin Šeško appears determined to play Premier League football in red, even if it is not the iconic red and white of Arsenal. Having lost patience with RB Leipzig’s stance and with Šeško’s camp unable to force a breakthrough, Arsenal turned their focus elsewhere, opting to pursue Viktor Gyökeres instead.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / July 15

Chelsea’s one big loser from Club World Cup triumph linked to two Premier League clubs and Serie A giants

Chelsea have won the Club World Cup, and the individual winners from the tournament are almost too many to count: Pedro Neto, Enzo Maresca, Cole Palmer, Malo Gusto, Moises Caicedo, Joao Pedro, the sporting directors, the owners… they all come out of this month far better than they went in.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / July 15

A new member is added to Pep Guardiola’s staff for the 25/26 season as Manchester City’s rebuild continues

This summer has been one of upheaval for Manchester City. So far four new signings have arrived at the club. There has also been a significant change to Pep Guardiola’s staff for next season.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / July 15

Todd Boehly praises two controversial figures for Chelsea success

Todd Boehly was on TalkSport this morning gushing about his team’s success in the Club World Cup. He was quick to hand out the praise to the players and to Enzo Maresca, as we covered here, but he also had some praise for the more senior figures who had brought the whole project together.