American defender Noahkai Banks scored his first goal for FC Augsburg in their 3-1 win over VfL Wolfsburg. The 18-year-old center back marked his first Bundesliga start of the season with a milestone moment, opening the scoring just three minutes in to help secure Augsburg’s second league victory of the campaign.
Tuchel's England squad announcement has been met with shock, derision and and hefty dose of incredulity by many after the Three Lions boss made some contentious squad selections for the forthcoming matches against Wales and Latvia. Bellingham has returned to fitness for Real Madrid following shoulder surgery, but misses out, Adam Wharton has been overlooked, but Jordan Henderson has been included and there's no place for Grealish or Foden.
Alexi Lalas backed Weston McKennie for the USMNT’s 2026 World Cup squad following his recall for the October friendlies. The Juventus midfielder had been absent from Mauricio Pochettino’s recent rosters, raising doubts about his role. But with the manager calling this group his potential A squad, McKennie’s inclusion is an encouraging sign.
Former national team star Alexi Lalas cast doubt on Ricardo Pepi’s chances of making the 2026 World Cup roster after the striker’s knee injury with PSV, noting that USMNT roster spots will only be more competitive - leaving injured players especially at risk of losing out as the tournament gets closer to kicking off.
At 33, Marc-Andre ter Stegen still has the potential to etch more glory at Barcelona, as Deco insists. The summer's drama unfolded when the La Liga giants signed Joan Garcia from Espanyol to contest his top spot
Christian Pulisic, the U.S. star, sparked AC Milan's thrilling 2-1 upset over Napoli, delivering a goal and assist against the champions. He called it a bold Serie A statement, praising the team's relentless defense and unyielding spirit
Herculez Gomez, a former USMNT star, warns that Ricardo Pepi's fitness and recovery from knee surgery could seal his spot as the starting striker for the 2026 World Cup with PSV Eindhoven
U.S. soccer sensation Max Arfsten has excitingly committed to Columbus Crew with a new contract, shutting down buzz about a potential Middlesbrough switch. As his value soars under USMNT spotlight, the Crew lock in a rising star for thrilling times ahead
Neymar's brilliance ignites debate after injury and Brazil snub. Back in top form at Santos post-ACL, he's sidelined by coach Carlo Ancelotti for now. But icon Ronaldo declares, "We don't have another like him!" and demands his 2026 World Cup return
