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Socios signs up Major League Soccer — but it’s not a token effort yet
Fan token platform Socios has partnered with 26 Major League Soccer (MLS) teams to offer fan engagement experiences and rewards, but so far no fan tokens have been announced. The biggest pro soccer league in the U.S. made a joint announcement with Socios on Wednesday detailing that the partnership will help fans gain access to “exclusive rewards, polls, and opportunities” for the 26 partnered MLS clubs. Welcome to https://t.co/2FROhSNgw8, @MLS. pic.twitter.com/340He1OzQA — Socios.com (@socios) May 4, 2022 Although the announcement did not mention any specific fan engagement events, it stated that “MLS envisions that fans will be able to have the chance to win prizes for making correct game-related predictions and for correctly answering questions.” MLS raked in $816 million in total revenu...
PSG News: Neymar outlines future ambitions
Neymar says that he is looking to make a move to the MLS when his contract expires. Neymar and his dream In a little under two weeks, Neymar will turn 30. Therefore, it is fair to say that the Brazil international has only a few years at the highest level left in the tank. Inevitably, he will be thinking about his future, especially when he nears the twilight stages of his playing career. While speaking to a Brazilian podcast, the PSG man opened up about his intentions in the coming years. And it appears that the former Barcelona star has already mapped out his playing career. “I really want to play at Santos again. What I really miss is playing at home, my God, this stadium is wonderful,” said the Paris Saint-Germain star. But before returning to the country, the Parisian star intends to ...
Report: Leeds now want to sign £18m ‘new Lukaku’
Leeds United are interested in signing Orlando City powerhouse Daryl Dike this summer according to a report from TEAMtalk. Whites boss Marcelo Bielsa desperately needs to add some more firepower to his ranks at Elland Road before the transfer window slams shut. Providing more quality competition and cover for Patrick Bamford will be crucial to Leeds’ hopes of achieving success this season. And it seems as though Bielsa has his sights set on the perfect man for the job. Leeds are allegedly eyeing a move to sign Orlando City striker Dike – Copyright: xScottxColemanx Leeds eyeing Dike swoop TEAMtalk reckon that Bielsa is eyeing a move to bring the United States international to Elland Road this summer. Dike would be a fine addition for the Whites. The 21-year-old could be available for around...
West Brom release 18 players including Branislav Ivanovic, Kieran Gibbs, Hal Robson-Kanu
West Brom have released 18 players as they prepare for life in the Championship. The Baggies wave goodbye to senior stars Charlie Austin, Branislav Ivanovic, Kieran Gibbs and Hal Robson-Kanu. Sam Allardyce could not save the Midlands side from the drop – the first Premier League relegation in his managerial career – after taking over from Slaven Bilic. West Brom have since parted company with the Dudley native. The 19th placed Baggies ended up 13 points from safety as they dropped back down to the Championship at the first time of asking. And their relegation has seen nearly 20 players culled from their squad. Joining well known quartet Austin, Gibbs, Ivanovic and Robson-Kanu in departing the Hawthorns, are Zak Brown, Nicholas Clayton-Phillips, Chiekh Diaby, Tyrese Dyce and Samuel French. ...
MLS confirm David Beckham’s Inter Miami broke league budget rules
Major League Soccer have confirmed that David Beckham’s Inter Miami broke the league’s budget rules by paying Blaise Matuidi above the compensation limit for a non-designated player. Miami made their debut as an expansion franchise in MLS last term, and it was announced that Matias Pellegrini was their young designated player. They recruited Rodolfo Pizarro and Gonzalo Higuain as the high-priced designated players last year, while Matuidi was also signed to bolster the squad. Miami highlighted that Matuidi was signed with Targeted Allocation Money, but it has now been revealed that they violated the rules as he was paid above the compensation limit. The Eastern Conference club have managed to get back in compliance by buying out Pellegrini’s contract, who has been loaned out to reserv...
Daniel Sturridge on the verge of MLS move
Daniel Sturridge could be set to move to the MLS, according to the Daily Mirror. Sturridge has been without a club since being released from Trabzonspor back in March 2020. The striker had just received a four-month ban and a £150,000 fine after a breach of betting rules. It’s been a difficult few years for the Englishman, who was once one of the Premier League’s deadliest strikers. In his first season-and-a-half at Liverpool, he scored 31 league goals in just 43 appearances, finishing as runner up in the 2013/14 Golden Boot race behind strike partner Luis Suarez. However, he suffered numerous injury problems which severely limited his game time over the next few years. Suarez’s departure and the replacement of manager Brendan Rodgers with Jurgen Klopp also impacted his form, and he found ...
Robert Lewandowski discusses potential move to MLS
Bayern Munich star Robert Lewandowski has said he knows a lot about MLS but wouldn’t be drawn on a possible move to North America in the future. Lewandowski’s wife has said in the past that her husband is interested in ending his career in Los Angeles, which is no doubt intriguing to both LA Galaxy and Los Angeles FC. Although the 32-year-old isn’t closing any doors, he has indicated that he is not thinking much about his long-term future right now. In an interview with CBS Sports, the Bayern star said: “Playing in the USA? I don’t know because I don’t know what it means for me and when. For sure I know a lot about MLS because a few Polish players and also German players played there and they talk to me about the life there, but also about MLS. “They say that every year there is a step up ...
Where Next For Diego Costa?
After an underwhelming third spell at Atletico Madrid, Diego Costa is back on the market as a free agent. One of football’s most divisive characters, the forward has been cherished for his goalscoring ability, as well as reviled for his antics on the pitch. The Spaniard was once one of the most feared strikers in the world, hitting the 20-goal mark on two occasions as he won two Premier League titles at Chelsea. However, his best days seem far behind him, scoring just 12 league goals in 61 appearances since returning to Atletico Madrid. Furthermore, the 32-year-old comes with a lot of baggage. His salary was an estimated €300k per week, he has a concerning injury record, and has missed several games in his career through suspension. But, if he can get back to his best, then he should ...
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