Since its creation in 1996, the MLS has produced a selection of top-quality goalscorers. Many of the league’s most prolific forwards have succeeded in winning a host of domestic titles with a handful even making an impact in European soccer and noteworthy contributions on the international stage. So who are the most memorable goalscorers in…
The greatest rivalries in soccer always typically arise from a mixture of cultural and historical tension amongst extremely passionate fandoms. Emotionally charged rivalry in the sport tends to spawn unforgettable clashes full of controversy and legendary performances. But which are the 7 biggest rivalries in Soccer? 7. Ajax vs Feyenoord ‘The Classic’ or “De Klassieker”…
Over the past two years, superstars have headed to the Saudi Pro League with unheard-of regularity. It all started with Cristiano Ronaldo, whose controversial interview with Piers Morgan on the eve of the 2022 FIFA World Cup forced his contract to be terminated with Manchester United. Al Nassr was the lucky team to secure the…
Kylian Mbappe will be forced to play with a specially designed mask for the remainder of Euro 2024 after suffering a fractured nose in France’s opening Group D game against Austria, a game in which the forward registered an assist as Les Belus ran out 1-0 winners. Mbappe, 25, who captains his country, fractured his…
Lionel Messi, a name synonymous with football magic, has embarked on a new journey in hisillustrious career. Leaving behind the European leagues, Messi has ventured into Major LeagueSoccer (MLS) with Inter Miami, and to no one’s surprise, has dominated the nets, helping histeam win the League Cup. This article delves into Messi’s transition and his…
Two adidas match balls were used for Germany ‘74. Telstar made a repeat appearance with new black branding replacing the previously gold branding. Adidas introduced a new all-white version named Adidas Chile (after an all-white ball used at Chile 62). The materials and techniques used in the Telstar and Chile were identical to those used…
The above picture was provided by Sebastiano Calì from Italy. Thanks! The above Telstar ball (that was made in France) picture was provided by Jacques Barralon The Adidas Telstar was named after the Telstar satellite. The ball was completely made of leather like all other balls in its time; however, unlike any other ball, it featured 32 hand-stitched…