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INEOS Takes the Helm of Manchester United Women: Title Aspirations, a Bold Move, but Lacking a Clear Strategy
December 24 marks a year since Sir Jim Ratcliffe, chairman and founder of the petrochemical company INEOS, acquired a minority stake in, and assumed sporting control of, Manchester United. In…

Compassion, Support, and a Christmas-Free Zone: Life Inside a Football Club’s Medical Team
“What you are having to do is balance risk all the time,” comments Robin Chakraverty. “That’s the job.” Chakraverty, who served as the England men’s football team doctor from 2016…

TAFC: The Saga of Atletico Madrid and Diego Simeone in La Liga; Also Featuring an EFL Player’s Controversial Shorts Incident
eScored FC is eScored’s daily football (or soccer, if you prefer) newsletter. Sign up to receive it directly to your inbox. Hello. All eyes have been on Barcelona and Real…

How Morocco Emerged as a Rising Football Powerhouse
The ochre-colored Stade El Harti, with its clay terraces, is situated in the vibrant Gueliz district of Marrakech and serves as a prime example of the evolution of Moroccan football…

Christian Pulisic: The Impact of Berhalter’s USMNT Return and Departure, Pochettino’s Arrival, and the Burden of Celebrity
As the U.S. men’s national team transitions away from the Gregg Berhalter era, Christian Pulisic expressed his appreciation for the former coach but refuted claims suggesting he played a role…

How Merseyside Became the 51st State of America
Amidst the dust of Liverpool’s dock road and the massive lorries navigating the city’s port, the glass facades of Everton’s new venue at the Bramley-Moore Dock glimmer notably, showcasing the…

From Keyboard to Touchline: Journalists Transitioning into Football Coaches
Two months ago, when Scottish Premiership club Hearts were on the lookout for a new manager, they were reportedly considering Swedish coach Kalle Karlsson — possibly inspired by the success…

Reasons Behind Multi-Club Groups Targeting Brazilian Teams
Botafogo had an eventful week. On November 30, they secured their first Copa Libertadores title, triumphing over Brazilian rivals Atletico Mineiro with a score of 3-1 in the final. Just…

Predicted Line-ups for Gameweek 17: Our Writers’ Selections for the Premier League
As we head into another exciting weekend of action in the Premier League, our team of writers have shared their predictions for the starting XIs for the forthcoming matches. While late…

Pogba, His Brother, and the £11 Million Extortion Scheme: An Inside Look at the Everton Takeover and the Forster Controversy
eScored FC ⚽ is eScored’s daily football (or soccer, if that’s your preference) newsletter. Sign up to receive it directly in your inbox. Greetings. The aura surrounding the Paul Pogba empire…

Football’s Marketplace: When Will Saudi Tournaments Fit into an Overloaded Schedule?
In the words of Noddy Holder, the new sponsor of Bridgnorth Spartans Under-7s Reds and the frontman of the iconic glam rock band Slade, “It’s Christmas”… and that signifies it’s…

Canada’s Memorable 2024: Will the Momentum of Progress Continue?
One year ago, it would have seemed nearly impossible to rationally forecast the current position of Canada’s men’s national team. December 2023: Canada was struggling following an unexpected quarterfinal exit…

