Recent News from The Athletic (Include All Sources)
Five players who caught the eye at the 2024 Copa America
Spanish teams and their remarkable record in finals: Since 2001, they just don't lose them
Late night shows after 1am and audience figures in the millions. In Spain, radio is king
If U.S. Soccer has a plan, trying to hire Jurgen Klopp surely can't part of it
The Athletic’s Friday football quiz question #12
England vs Spain dissected: Will Watkins start? Is Foden back? Is football coming home?
NWSL teams are smashing records, with overall attendance up 42 percent
Ronaldo, a complicated relationship with the U.S. and the spectre of the 2026 World Cup
Spain vs England: Where the Euro 2024 final could be won and lost
'A stroke of genius' - How The Killers gave England fans a Euro 2024 moment to savour
'We must hope for a miracle': How a failed TV deal has put Ligue 1 in crisis mode
Klopp rebuffs offer to coach USMNT
Witnessing the rise of England hero Ollie Watkins - 'I walked off saying, 'He was too good for me'
Spain's Euro 2012 winners and Euro 2024 finalists: Who makes the cut in a best XI?
The Athletic FC: Candidates to replace Berhalter, Watkins wonder goal, brawl in Copa
Living an England match through social media: Southgate lookalikes, camera angles and memes
Berhalter's sacking and the high-stakes game U.S. soccer continue to play
The Pulse: USMNT's most critical decision ever
How Uruguay vs Colombia descened into chaos - and the questions raised by the ugly scenes
Lindsey Horan looks to lead USWNT at Paris Olympics with authenticity
USMNT, Canada and Mexico: How the 2026 World Cup hosts fared at Copa America
The Netherlands' new pain: this wasn't a golden generation, but it was a golden opportunity
Uruguay players, Colombia fans clash in stands after Copa America semifinal
Uruguay 0-1 Colombia: Takeaways as Colombia book a place in the final against Argentina
Watkins, Palmer, and an England goal that was worth the wait
Who should USMNT hire to replace Berhalter? Analysing Klopp, Pochettino, Vieira and others
USMNT coach Berhalter fired after Copa America exit
It’s Coming Home: Dream, boast or way of life?
John Textor facing six-year ban from Brazilian football
"I don’t know about feeling Colombian, but I get emotional when I hear the national anthem"
Spain take risks and reap the rewards - it's what makes them so different at Euro 2024
The Athletic FC: Yamal, perfection and payback; will Messi reach Ronaldo's goalscoring mark?
Carli Lloyd has things to say
Lionel Messi and Argentina rejoice in their greatest national team of all time
Bielsa's latest quirk: Uruguay's big orange box, and how they use it
Canada had a free hit at Copa America - it has lessons to learn for the 2026 World Cup
Rivalries, conspiracy theories and lots of arguing: Welcome to officiating at Copa America
Could Messi catch Ronaldo at top of international scoring charts?
Dani Olmo, Spain's shy Euro 2024 Golden Boot leader and summer transfer target
The day we thrashed the Netherlands - England's greatest performance of my lifetime
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In recent football news, Manchester United is generating buzz with plans to potentially sign a £67m star in January, amidst interest from Manchester City. This move could significantly change the team dynamics at Old Trafford, signaling a major overhaul.
In managerial news, Frank Lampard has been appointed as the head coach of Coventry City. This marks his return to management since leaving Chelsea in May 2023. He brings a wealth of experience from his previous stints at Everton and Derby County, aiming to bring success to Coventry City in his new role.
Meanwhile, in player development news, Conor Bradley's rise at Liverpool is under the spotlight. Coaches who have been part of Bradley's journey shed light on his development, praising his skills and potential. This focus on young talent underscores the importance of nurturing players for the future of the clubs.
Bayern Munich is reportedly considering David Raum as a possible replacement for Alphonso Davies. This move could impact Bayern's defensive strategies, showing the club's proactive approach to maintaining a strong squad.
In other news, as clubs continue to prepare for upcoming matches and tournaments, the focus remains on strategic player signings, managerial appointments, and player development. These developments contribute to the ever-evolving landscape of football, keeping fans engaged with the sport's latest dynamics.
| 1 | Liverpool | 12 | 16 | 31 |
| 2 | Manchester City | 12 | 5 | 23 |
| 3 | Chelsea | 12 | 9 | 22 |
| 4 | Arsenal | 12 | 9 | 22 |
| 5 | Brighton | 12 | 5 | 22 |
| 6 | Tottenham | 12 | 14 | 19 |
| 7 | Nottingham Forest | 12 | 2 | 19 |
| 8 | Aston Villa | 12 | 0 | 19 |
| 9 | Fulham | 12 | 0 | 18 |
| 10 | Newcastle | 12 | 0 | 18 |
| 11 | Brentford | 12 | 0 | 17 |
| 12 | Manchester United | 12 | 0 | 16 |
| 13 | Bournemouth | 12 | -1 | 15 |
| 14 | West Ham | 12 | -4 | 15 |
| 15 | Everton | 12 | -7 | 11 |
| 16 | Leicester | 12 | -8 | 10 |
| 17 | Wolves | 12 | -8 | 9 |
| 18 | Ipswich | 12 | -10 | 9 |
| 19 | Crystal Palace | 12 | -7 | 8 |
| 20 | Southampton | 12 | -15 | 4 |
| 1 | Barcelona | 14 | 28 | 34 |
| 2 | Real Madrid | 13 | 17 | 30 |
| 3 | Atletico Madrid | 14 | 13 | 29 |
| 4 | Villarreal | 13 | 4 | 25 |
| 5 | Athletic Club | 14 | 7 | 23 |
| 6 | Osasuna | 14 | -3 | 22 |
| 7 | Girona | 14 | 2 | 21 |
| 8 | Mallorca | 14 | 1 | 21 |
| 9 | Real Betis | 14 | 0 | 20 |
| 10 | Real Sociedad | 14 | 0 | 18 |
| 11 | Celta Vigo | 14 | -2 | 18 |
| 12 | Sevilla | 14 | -5 | 18 |
| 13 | Rayo Vallecano | 13 | -1 | 16 |
| 14 | Leganes | 14 | -6 | 14 |
| 15 | Getafe | 14 | -1 | 13 |
| 16 | Alaves | 14 | -9 | 13 |
| 17 | Las Palmas | 14 | -7 | 12 |
| 18 | Valencia | 12 | -7 | 10 |
| 19 | Espanyol | 13 | -14 | 10 |
| 20 | Valladolid | 14 | -17 | 9 |
| 1 | Napoli | 13 | 11 | 29 |
| 2 | Inter | 13 | 17 | 28 |
| 3 | Atalanta | 13 | 18 | 28 |
| 4 | Fiorentina | 13 | 17 | 28 |
| 5 | Lazio | 13 | 14 | 28 |
| 6 | Juventus | 13 | 14 | 25 |
| 7 | AC Milan | 12 | 6 | 19 |
| 8 | Bologna | 12 | -1 | 18 |
| 9 | Udinese | 13 | -3 | 17 |
| 10 | Empoli | 13 | -1 | 16 |
| 11 | Torino | 13 | -3 | 15 |
| 12 | AS Roma | 13 | -4 | 13 |
| 13 | Parma | 13 | -4 | 12 |
| 14 | Lecce | 13 | -15 | 12 |
| 15 | Verona | 13 | -15 | 12 |
| 16 | Cagliari | 13 | -10 | 11 |
| 17 | Genoa | 13 | -13 | 11 |
| 18 | Como | 13 | -12 | 10 |
| 19 | Monza | 13 | -5 | 9 |
| 20 | Venezia | 13 | -11 | 8 |
| 1 | Bayern Munich | 11 | 29 | 29 |
| 2 | Eintracht Frankfurt | 11 | 11 | 23 |
| 3 | RB Leipzig | 11 | 9 | 21 |
| 4 | Bayer Leverkusen | 11 | 8 | 20 |
| 5 | Borussia Dortmund | 11 | 4 | 19 |
| 6 | Borussia Monchengladbach | 11 | 3 | 17 |
| 7 | SC Freiburg | 11 | -2 | 17 |
| 8 | FSV Mainz 05 | 11 | 4 | 16 |
| 9 | VfB Stuttgart | 11 | 2 | 16 |
| 10 | Union Berlin | 11 | 0 | 16 |
| 11 | VfL Wolfsburg | 11 | 2 | 15 |
| 12 | Werder Bremen | 11 | -5 | 15 |
| 13 | 1899 Hoffenheim | 11 | -5 | 12 |
| 14 | FC Augsburg | 11 | -10 | 12 |
| 15 | FC Heidenheim | 11 | -5 | 10 |
| 16 | FC St. Pauli | 11 | -7 | 8 |
| 17 | Holstein Kiel | 11 | -16 | 5 |
| 18 | Vfl Bochum | 11 | -22 | 2 |
