US coach Berhalter to draw on Dutch lessons at World Cup
December 2, 2022 GMTDOHA, Qatar (AP) — Gregg Berhalter felt like a student when he signed with the Dutch club Zwolle 28 years ago. The U.S. coach plans to apply the lessons he learned when the Americans play the Netherlands on Saturday for a berth in the World Cup quarterfinals.
Landon Donovan, DaMarcus Beasley voted to US Soccer Hall
November 26, 2022 GMTFRISCO, Texas (AP) — Landon Donovan and DaMarcus Beasley were elected Saturday to the U.S. National Soccer Hall of Fame and will be inducted May 6 along with Lauren Cheney Holiday.
Donovan was picked on 46 of 48 ballots for 95.8% of the vote.
Dortmund’s Haller has second operation for testicular cancer
November 25, 2022 GMTDORTMUND, Germany (AP) — Borussia Dortmund striker Sébastien Haller has undergone a second operation for testicular cancer, which has kept him sidelined this season.
“Operation number 2 went well!” Haller wrote on Twitter, adding his thanks to his medical team and that he “can't wait” to take the next step.
FIFA blocks ‘Love’ detail on Belgium’s World Cup jersey
November 21, 2022 GMTDOHA, Qatar (AP) — FIFA has denied Belgium’s request to wear team jerseys with a “Love” label at the World Cup in Qatar because of a commercial link to a rave festival.
Cole Bassett returns to Colorado Rapids from Netherlands
November 18, 2022 GMTCOMMERCE CITY, Colo. (AP) — American midfielder Cole Bassett was recalled by Major League Soccer’s Colorado Rapids on Friday from his loan to the Dutch Eredivisie.
The 21-year-old from Littleton, Colorado, was loaned to Feyenoord for 18 months on Jan.
Mexico striker Raul Jimenez to make return against Sweden
November 15, 2022 GMTGIRONA, Spain (AP) — Wolverhampton striker Raul Jimenez is set to play his first game since August when Mexico takes on Sweden on Wednesday in its final warmup for the Qatar World Cup.
Pepi scores in 1st game after missing US World Cup roster
November 13, 2022 GMTRicardo Pepi scored in his first game since being bypassed for the U.S. World Cup roster, putting Groningen ahead in a 3-2 loss to Fortuna Sittard on Sunday in the Dutch Eredivisie.
The 19-year-old from El Paso, Texas, tapped Ragnar Oratmangoen's cross past goalkeeper Ivor Pandur from 6 yards in the 45th minute.
Uncapped Xavi Simons in Dutch World Cup squad, Cillessen out
November 11, 2022 GMTZEIST, Netherlands (AP) — Uncapped attacking midfielder Xavi Simons was included Friday in the Netherlands' World Cup squad, while veteran goalkeeper Jasper Cillessen did not make coach Louis van Gaal's roster for the tournament in Qatar.
US’s Matt Turner likely will have month between matches
November 9, 2022 GMTAmerican goalkeeper Matt Turner was on the bench for Arsenal's third-round League Cup game against Brighton on Wednesday night and likely will head to the World Cup without having played a competitive match in a month.
European club competition draws
November 7, 2022 GMTNYON, Switzerland (AP) — Champions League
Matt Turner dressed for Arsenal after missing 3 matches
November 6, 2022 GMTAmerican goalkeeper Matt Turner was dressed and on the bench for Arsenal's 1-0 win at Chelsea on Sunday after missing three matches with an injured groin.
Turner did not dress for one Premier League and two Europa League games.
Union hoping to do their part for Philadelphia on Saturday
November 4, 2022 GMTLOS ANGELES (AP) — Philadelphia sports fans came up empty the last time two teams from the City of Brotherly Love competed for a title at the same time. Andre Blake and the Philadelphia Union are hoping history doesn't repeat itself.
Arsenal tops Zurich, Man United beats Real Sociedad in EL
November 3, 2022 GMTKieran Tierney blasted home a winner for Arsenal to seal the top spot in its group and advance to the round of 16 of the Europa League with a 1-0 victory over Zurich on Thursday.
The Premier League leader needed a win in London to guarantee first place ahead of PSV Eindhoven.
Dest hurt, Turner misses another game as US injuries mount
November 3, 2022 GMTAC Milan right back Sergiño Dest is the latest injury worry for the United States ahead of the World Cup, and Arsenal goalkeeper Matt Turner missed his third straight match Thursday.
Dest did not play in Milan's Champions League group stage finale against Salzburg on Wednesday because of adductor fatigue.
Napoli to be tested in visit to 2nd-place Atalanta in Italy
November 3, 2022 GMTMILAN (AP) — Every time Napoli has been tested this season, it has responded admirably.
From trouncing Liverpool and Ajax — 4-1 and 6-1, respectively — in the Champions League, to beating defending Serie A champion AC Milan at San Siro and edging Roma at the Stadio Olimpico.
MATCHDAY: Europa League knockout spots to be decided
November 2, 2022 GMTA look at what’s happening in the final round of group games in the Europa League and Europa Conference League on Thursday:
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Only teams who finish in first place in the eight groups qualify directly to the last 16 and four teams have done that: Real Betis, Union Saint-Gilloise, Freiburg and Ferencváros.
Rangers loses 3-1 to Ajax, ends with worst ever CL record
November 1, 2022 GMTGLASGOW, Scotland (AP) — Rangers was left with an unwanted group-stage record in the Champions League after losing 3-1 at home to Ajax on Tuesday, which secured a place in the Europa League's qualifying playoffs.
MATCHDAY: Champions League reaches group-stage finale
October 31, 2022 GMTA look at what’s happening in the Champions League on Tuesday:
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Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp would love to have the opportunity to rest his key players after a grueling run of matches that has stretched his injury-hit squad.
Palace beats Southampton 1-0 for third straight EPL home win
October 29, 2022 GMTLONDON (AP) — Odsonne Edouard’s first-half goal was enough for Crystal Palace to beat Southampton 1-0 on Saturday for a third consecutive home win in the English Premier League.
The visitors put pressure on the hosts early before the Eagles took control and looked the more dangerous side throughout.
Turner has injured groin, misses Arsenal’s match at PSV
October 27, 2022 GMTArsenal goalkeeper Matt Turner missed Thursday night's 2-0 Europa League loss at PSV Eindhoven, another injury worry for the U.S. men's national team ahead of the World Cup.
Turner has a tight groin, Arsenal said, and No.
Ronaldo scores on return, Man United beats Sheriff 3-0 in EL
October 27, 2022 GMTCristiano Ronaldo scored on his return to the Manchester United lineup to seal a 3-0 victory over Sheriff Tiraspol in the Europa League on Thursday that secured a spot in the knockout round.
Ronaldo was brought back into the fold by United manager Erik Ten Hag after he was left out of the squad against Chelsea in the Premier League for refusing to come on as a substitute in a 2-0 win over Tottenham last week.
UEFA punishes PSV for fan disorder at Arsenal
October 27, 2022 GMTNYON, Switzerland (AP) — PSV Eindhoven was punished Thursday for fan disorder inside Arsenal’s stadium at a rescheduled Europa League game that was first postponed because of limited police resources in London after the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
Barcelona, Atlético exit Champions League; Liverpool through
October 26, 2022 GMTGENEVA (AP) — Barcelona was eliminated from the Champions League on Wednesday even before enduring yet another 3-0 beating by Bayern Munich.
Atlético Madrid also went out following an extraordinary sequence around a penalty awarded by video review after the final whistle of its 2-2 draw with Bayer Leverkusen.
Liverpool beats Ajax 3-0, advances in Champions League
October 26, 2022 GMTAMSTERDAM (AP) — Liverpool advanced to the knockout stage of the Champions League with three quick goals before and after halftime to beat Ajax 3-0 on Wednesday.
Mohamed Salah opened the scoring with a neat finish in the 42nd minute, Darwin Núñez doubled the lead with a header four minutes into the second half and Harvey Elliott made it 3-0 with a powerful shot into the roof of the net in the 52nd as Liverpool awoke from a slow start to sweep aside Ajax at the Johan Cruyff Arena.
Simeone nets 2 to match father as Napoli beats Rangers 4-0
October 26, 2022 GMTNAPLES, Italy (AP) — Like father, like son.
Giovanni Simeone scored two goals as Napoli beat Rangers 3-0 in the Champions League on Wednesday for a club record 12th consecutive victory in all competitions.
Hernandez out of Mexico’s World Cup team; Jimenez, Corona in
October 26, 2022 GMTMEXICO CITY (AP) — Javier “Chicharito” Hernandez will not be going to the World Cup in Qatar after he was left out of Mexico’s preliminary roster on Wednesday, with coach Gerardo Martino opting to include injured duo Raúl Jiménez and Jesús Corona instead.
MATCHDAY: Man United, Arsenal in action in Europa League
October 26, 2022 GMTA look at what’s happening in European soccer on Thursday:
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Cristiano Ronaldo could return to action for Manchester United after being left out of the squad for the team's last game against Chelsea for refusing to come on as a substitute in United’s 2-0 win over Tottenham last week.
Tunisia coach Kadri wants World Cup advancement for 1st time
October 26, 2022 GMTTunisia coach Jalel Kadri calls it his “personal ambition” to get his team into the knockout stages of the World Cup for the first time.
He won the Kirin Cup in June, but hinted he could quit if Tunisia fails to get out of the group stage in Qatar.
MATCHDAY: Barcelona battling to avoid Champions League exit
October 25, 2022 GMTA look at what’s happening in the Champions League on Wednesday:
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Napoli has already qualified for the last 16 and will be joined by Liverpool if the English team avoids defeat at Ajax.
Inside the Napoli juggernaut: Spalletti in full control
October 24, 2022 GMTROME (AP) — It’s almost comical now looking back to mid-July when Napoli coach Luciano Spalletti told protesting fans to “shut up” as he presented the team at the opening of preseason training in the Italian Dolomites Range.
Louis van Gaal back in charge of Netherlands at World Cup
October 24, 2022 GMTAMSTERDAM (AP) — Eight years after taking the Netherlands to the semifinals in Brazil, Louis van Gaal is back for another shot at bringing home his nation's first World Cup title.
Van Gaal's tactical ability and leadership will be essential for a team that failed to reach the quarterfinals at last year's European Championship under his predecessor, Frank de Boer.
Champions League: Barça on brink of exit, Messi powering PSG
October 23, 2022 GMTLONDON (AP) — The Champions League enters the next-to-last round of games, with five teams — Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Manchester City, Napoli and Club Brugge — already qualified for the last 16.
Osimhen scores late, Napoli beats Roma for 11th straight win
October 23, 2022 GMTROME (AP) — José Mourinho’s physical Roma squad came closer than most teams have to keeping high-scoring Napoli out of the net.
In the end, though, Napoli’s vast array of talented forwards again proved too much to handle.
Pepi scores 6th goal in 7 games, helps Groningen beat PSV
October 23, 2022 GMTAmerican forward Ricardo Pepi scored for the sixth time in seven games, getting the opening goal in Groningen's 4-2 win over visiting PSV Eindhoven on Sunday in the Dutch Eredivisie.
Pepi put the hosts ahead in the 39th minute after Cyril Ngogne stripped the ball from Armando Obispo in the center circle and broke in alone in goal.
Arsenal beats PSV, clinches spot in Europa League KO round
October 20, 2022 GMTLONDON (AP) — Arsenal secured a spot in the Europa League knockout round after Granit Xhaka’s second-half goal was enough to earn a 1-0 win over PSV Eindhoven on Thursday that maintained the Gunners’ perfect record in the competition.
Ricardo Pepi scores 5th goal in 6 games for Groningen
October 20, 2022 GMTAmerican forward Ricardo Pepi got his fifth goal in six games for Groningen, scoring in the 90th minute of a 3-0 win at Dordrecht on Wednesday night in the first round of the Dutch Cup.
Pepi tapped the ball past goalkeeper Trevor Doornbusch from 6 yards following a cross from Florian Krüger, capping a counter following a turnover at midfield.
United wins on McTominay late goal, Arsenal victorious in EL
October 13, 2022 GMTScott McTominay scored deep into stoppage time to give Manchester United a 1-0 victory over Omonoia Nicosia in the Europa League on Thursday.
McTominay received a pass from fellow substitute Jadon Sancho and fired the winner past Nigeria international goalkeeper Francis Uzoho at Old Trafford.
Barcelona, Atlético on brink of early Champions League exits
October 13, 2022 GMTGENEVA (AP) — Barcelona was twice dragged back from the precipice of a humiliating Champions League elimination by Robert Lewandowski’s late goals on Wednesday.
An instant classic at Camp Nou saw Barcelona draw 3-3 with Inter Milan and barely cling to a slim hope of advancing to the round of 16.
Perfect Napoli beats Ajax 4-2 to reach Champs League last 16
October 12, 2022 GMTNAPLES, Italy (AP) — The superlatives are running out for Napoli and forward Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.
Napoli advanced to the last 16 of the Champions League with two matches to spare after another goal and an assist from Kvaratskhelia helped his team beat Ajax 4-2 on Wednesday.
MATCHDAY: Barcelona looks to avoid exit in Champions League
October 11, 2022 GMTA look at what’s happening in the Champions League on Wednesday:
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Napoli handed Ajax its worst-ever Champions League defeat last week with a 6-1 rout to remain perfect and will be confident of progressing when it hosts the Dutch club at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona.
Ricardo Pepi scores 2 for Groningen, has 4 goals in 3 games
October 8, 2022 GMTRicardo Pepi scored twice for Groningen during a 3-2 loss at Waalwijk in the Dutch Eredivise on Friday night, giving the American forward four goals in his last three matches.
Pepi put the hosts ahead with a penalty kick in the 14th minute after Tomáš Suslov was fouled by Thierry Lutonda.
Man United, Arsenal win in EL; fireworks halt Berlin game
October 6, 2022 GMTLONDON (AP) — Manchester United overcame an early deficit to beat Omonia Nicosia 3-2 in the Europa League on Thursday and begin the healing process after a humiliating derby loss in the Premier League.
Champions League: Inter beats Barça; Napoli, Bayern win big
October 4, 2022 GMTMADRID (AP) — Barcelona's high-powered attack faltered against Inter Milan and the Italian club gained an edge in the battle for second place in their Champions League group on Tuesday, while Bayern Munich and Napoli continued to impress and Club Brugge earned a surprising third straight victory.
Napoli routs Ajax 6-1 to stay perfect in Champions League
October 4, 2022 GMTAMSTERDAM (AP) — A rampant Napoli condemned Ajax to its worst defeat in the Champions League on Tuesday, a 6-1 thrashing that maintained the Serie A leader's perfect start in the group stage.
Napoli's unrelenting high pressing forwards and midfielders never gave Ajax time to build up from the back and forced defenders to repeatedly turn over the ball, creating chance after chance for the visitors.
MATCHDAY: Barca-Inter the standout game in Champions League
October 3, 2022 GMTA look at what’s happening in the Champions League on Tuesday as the competition heads into the third round of group games:
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A 4-1 thrashing of Liverpool. A 3-0 win at Rangers. An undefeated start to Serie A and 11 different scorers across both competitions.
English clubs underwhelming early in Champions League
October 2, 2022 GMTThe Premier League has provided six of the last 10 Champions League finalists and its clubs were by far the biggest spenders in the summer transfer window, strengthening their already-deep squads and weakening some of their European rivals in the process.
Ricardo Pepi scores in 2nd straight match for Groningen
October 1, 2022 GMTAmerican forward Ricardo Pepi scored in his second straight game for Groningen, getting a first-half goal in a 4-1 home loss to Alkmaar on Saturday in the Dutch Eredivisie.
The 19-year-old ran onto a Neraysho Kasanwirjo pass that went from deep in his own end into the opposition penalty area on two hops.
Manchester derby can underline United’s growth under Ten Hag
September 29, 2022 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Just two weeks into the season, Manchester City fans might have believed Pep Guardiola had pulled off his greatest act.
Never mind four Premier League titles and 11 trophies in total since taking charge at the Etihad in 2016 — the latest crisis at rival Manchester United had his fingerprints all over it.
Arsenal encounters ‘weird’ incidents in Women’s CL game
September 29, 2022 GMTLONDON (AP) — Arsenal’s progress to the group stage of the Women’s Champions League didn’t come without a couple of bizarre hitches.
The English team advanced by beating Ajax 1-0 on Wednesday for a 3-2 aggregate victory, but only after pre-match shenanigans that saw the goalposts needing to be adjusted because they were too short and a late-game incident when Arsenal manager Jonas Eidevall said he was incorrectly told he could make a concussion substitution.
Pepi ends 30-game, 345-day drought, gets goal for Groningen
September 17, 2022 GMTAmerican forward Ricardo Pepi ended a 30-match scoreless streak for club and country that reached almost a year, getting his first goal for Groningen in a 2-1 loss at Sparta Rotterdam on Saturday in the Dutch Eredivisie.
Ronaldo nets 1st Europa League goal as United beats Sheriff
September 15, 2022 GMTCristiano Ronaldo scored the first Europa League goal of his career to help Manchester United rebound from an opening loss in the second-tier competition with a 2-0 victory over Sheriff Tiraspol on Thursday.
Klopp mocks Boehly’s idea of All-Star Game in Premier League
September 14, 2022 GMTLIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has balked at a suggestion by Chelsea’s new American owner that the Premier League could introduce an All-Star Game between the best players from the north and south.
Arsenal-Man City game postponed to fit in PSV match
September 14, 2022 GMTArsenal's postponed Europa League game against PSV Eindhoven has been rescheduled for next month after the Premier League agreed to push back the London club's midweek match against Manchester City.
MATCHDAY: Haaland’s reunion; Potter’s 1st game for Chelsea
September 13, 2022 GMTA look at what’s happening in the Champions League on Wednesday:
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Rangers will host Napoli in a game pushed back from Tuesday because of logistical issues arising from the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
Riot police quell fan disorder at Marseille-Frankfurt match
September 13, 2022 GMTMARSEILLE, France (AP) — Riot police intervened when opposing fans launched flares and fireworks at each other before kickoff of Marseille’s home game against Eintracht Frankfurt in the Champions League on Tuesday.
Liverpool needs late goal to beat Ajax in Champions League
September 13, 2022 GMTLIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Liverpool fans held their collective breath and diverted their eyes to the referee.
Had Joel Matip's 89th-minute header crossed the line for a goal to seal a crucial win, even at this early stage in the Champions League?
MATCHDAY: Lewandowski faces Bayern in Champions League
September 12, 2022 GMTA look at what’s happening in the Champions League on Tuesday:
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Only one of the two matches will take place after Rangers' home match with Napoli was rescheduled to Wednesday because of the limited police resources available in Scotland following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
Klopp expects Liverpool fans to respect tribute to the queen
September 12, 2022 GMTLIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp said he expects the team’s fans to show “the right respect” when a period of silence is held before the Champions League match against Ajax at Anfield on Tuesday in honor of Queen Elizabeth II.
Arsenal-PSV game in London off ahead of queen’s funeral
September 12, 2022 GMTNYON, Switzerland (AP) — Arsenal's home game in the Europa League this week was postponed by UEFA on Monday because of the limited police resources available after the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
The north London club was due to host PSV Eindhoven on Thursday, when the city will be preparing for the state funeral on Sept.
Pepi gets assist in 1st match for Groningen following loan
September 11, 2022 GMTAmerican forward Ricardo Pepi had an assist in his debut for Groningen, a 1-0 win at Cambuur on Sunday in the Dutch Eredivisie.
The 19-year-old entered at the start of the second half and fed Tomáš Suslov in the 71st minute.