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Rodman, Marta, Chawinga up for NWSL MVP

Kansas City Current forward Temwa Chawinga, who broke the single-season NWSL scoring record with 20 goals this campaign, headlines a group of five finalists for the league's MVP award.
(Originally posted by Jeff Kassouf)

Priestman out as Canada coach over spy scandal

Bev Priestman will not return as head coach of the Canadian women's soccer team following an independent report into the use of drones to spy on an opponent at this year's Paris Olympics, Canada Soccer said on Tuesday.
(Originally posted by Reuters)

Ben Yedder found guilty in sexual assault case

French star Wissam Ben Yedder received a suspended sentence of two years in prison on Tuesday after his trial last month in France for sexually assaulting a woman, one of his lawyers told The Associated Press.
(Originally posted by Associated Press)

Japan's 'King Kazu' to play 40th season at age 58

Japanese soccer player Kazuyoshi Miura is several generations older than his teammates. His contemporaries retired decades ago. Lionel Messi is 37, and Cristiano Ronaldo is 39 - mere youngsters compared to Miura.
(Originally posted by ESPN News Services)

Not even Messi could save Inter Miami from injury, depth issues

Inter Miami may have set an MLS regular-season points record in 2024, but their unbalanced squad was exposed once the gritty postseason got underway.
(Originally posted by Lizzy Becherano)

Does former Atletico Madrid, Chelsea star Filipe Luis offer hope for Brazilian coaches?

Brazilian coaches are few and far between, especially ones with top-flight experience. Can former Atleti and Chelsea star Filipe Luis usher in a new era?
(Originally posted by Tim Vickery)

What next for the eliminated teams?

Who had a successful season? Where does each team go from here heading into 2025? ESPN runs the rule over the NWSL's eliminated teams.
(Originally posted by Jeff Kassouf)

Prem ref Coote suspended over Klopp outburst

Premier League referee David Coote has been suspended pending a full investigation after a video was circulated on social media that appeared to show him making disparaging remarks about Liverpool and their former manager Jürgen Klopp.
(Originally posted by Dale Johnson)

Lily Yohannes, 17, picks USWNT over Netherlands

Ajax starlet Lily Yohannes has officially opted to represent the United States women's national team, the 17-year-old announced in a social media post on Monday.
(Originally posted by ESPN)

Dutch say De Jong to play after 14-month layoff

Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman expects Frenkie de Jong to make his long-awaited international comeback in Amsterdam on Saturday when they host Hungary in the Nations League.

Rúben Dias after Man City slump: 'Please doubt us'

Manchester City defender Rúben Dias has implored anyone daring enough to write off his side's chances at winning the Premier League title this season to do so, saying it only adds to their motivation.
(Originally posted by Connor O'Halloran)

Players upset as influencer starts Argentine game

A top flight team in Argentina fielded a social media influencer in a league match on Monday, in a move that upset rival players.

Saka, Palmer among 8 to pull out of England squad

Bukayo Saka and Cole Palmer are among eight players to have pulled out of the England squad with injuries for their UEFA Nations League fixtures this month.
(Originally posted by ESPN)

Van Nistelrooy leaves Man Utd after Amorim arrival

Manchester United have announced that interim boss Ruud van Nistelrooy has left the club after the arrival of permanent head coach Ruben Amorim on Monday.
(Originally posted by ESPN)

Where does Miami's 2024 rank among best all-time MLS seasons?

Despite Messi and Miami's stellar season, they suffered a shock exit in the first round of playoffs. Where does their season rank among MLS' best ever?
(Originally posted by Joseph Lowery)

LAFC, Galaxy emerge as favorites after Miami exit

Inter Miami's elimination wasn't the only shock of the first round. WE break down the highs and lows.
(Originally posted by ESPN)

Transfer rumors, news: Barça eye Marmoush to replace Lewandowski

Barcelona have identified Frankfurt striker Omar Marmoush as a future successor to Robert Lewandowski. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.
(Originally posted by Adam Brown)

VAR Review: Should Bailey have been sent off for foul on Salah?

Were Aston Villa lucky not to have a player sent off against Liverpool? Plus: Why Southampton have every right to feel hard done by in their game vs. Wolves.
(Originally posted by Dale Johnson)

Mead hails interim Slegers amid Arsenal search

Arsenal winger Beth Mead praised interim manager Renee Slegers for instilling new confidence in the side in the wake of their 5-0 win over Brighton in the Women's Super League (WSL) last Friday.
(Originally posted by Emily Keogh)

Lavelle, Gotham top Thorns, end Sinclair's career

Rose Lavelle scored in stoppage time and Gotham FC defeated the Portland Thorns 2-1 on Sunday to advance to the semifinals of the National Women's Soccer League playoffs.

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