Real Madrid has once again cemented its place as the financial powerhouse of world sports, reporting a record $1.39 billion in revenue during the 2025-26 season. The figure represents a 3.1% increase compared to the previous fiscal year and marks the highest annual revenue ever recorded by a professional sports franchise. The Spanish giants also…
Category: Soccer
Pochettino, U.S. Soccer ‘close’ on deal to renew USMNT coach
A deal between U.S. Soccer and Mauricio Pochettino for the Argentine to continue as U.S. men’s national team head coach is “clos…
Major League Soccer to Switch to July-to-May Calendar in 2027: Everything Fans Need to Know
Major League Soccer (MLS) is set to undergo one of the most significant changes in league history by transitioning to a July-to-May competition calendar beginning in 2027. The move aligns MLS more closely with many of the world’s top soccer leagues, including the English Premier League, Spain’s La Liga, Italy’s Serie A, Germany’s Bundesliga, and…
MLS All-Star Game 2026 Starting XI: Official First XI, Roster Changes and Who’s Expected to Start
The 2026 MLS All-Star Game is set to showcase the league’s top talent as Major League Soccer faces off against the Liga MX All-Stars. While the official MLS First XI has already been announced, several late roster changes mean the lineup on matchday will differ from the original selections. Here’s a look at the official…
Lionel Messi to Miss 2026 MLS All-Star Game: Why Inter Miami Star Won’t Play
Lionel Messi will not play in the 2026 MLS All-Star Game, with Major League Soccer officially excusing the Inter Miami superstar as he continues recovering from Argentina’s run to the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final. Rather than participating in one of MLS’s showcase events, Messi will use the break to rest after a demanding summer…
2026 MLS All-Star Game: Date, Time, Location, Where to Watch, and What to Know
The 2026 MLS All-Star Game takes place on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, with Major League Soccer’s top stars facing the LIGA MX All-Stars in one of the premier events of the North American soccer calendar. Hosted by Charlotte FC, this year’s showcase will be played at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina, bringing…
FIFA Explores Private Investment Proposal for World Cup Commercial Rights in Potential $20 Billion Deal
FIFA is exploring one of the most significant financial moves in the history of global soccer by seeking private investment for a newly created commercial entity that would manage the business rights of the FIFA World Cup and other major tournaments. While the proposal has generated considerable debate, FIFA is not selling ownership of the…
MLS Owners to Discuss Major Salary Cap Changes Ahead of All-Star Week, Report Says
Major League Soccer could be on the verge of its biggest roster-rule overhaul in years. According to a report, MLS owners are expected to receive a presentation this week outlining significant changes to the league’s roster regulations, with the centerpiece being a more flexible salary cap system. The proposal is expected to be discussed during…
Do FIFA Presidents Have Term Limits? Here’s How FIFA’s Presidential Rules Work
FIFA, the governing body of world soccer, does impose term limits on its president. Under the organization’s current statutes, the FIFA President can serve a maximum of three four-year terms, limiting any individual to 12 years in office under normal circumstances. However, the application of those rules has become a topic of discussion because of…
Javier ‘Chicharito’ Hernandez joins USL’s Atletico Dallas
Mexico’s all-time leading scorer Javier “Chicharito” Hernández has signed a two-year contract with USL expansion side Atlético…
