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Tangled and Troubling Legacy Pushes Romanians Further to the Right
An ultranationalist politician’s surge shows how many people would rather forget the country’s fascist past, experts say.The New York Times - 13h -
Soccer-Serbia hit with partial stadium closures over supporter behaviour
Serbian fans displayed "racist and discriminatory" behaviour, caused damage to the stadium, threw objects and lit fireworks during a 1-1 draw with Switzerland in Zurich on Nov. 15, UEFA's ...Yahoo Sports - 24m -
Sports Illustrated takes over naming rights of pro soccer venue Red Bull Arena
Red Bull Arena in Harrison, New Jersey, will be renamed Sports Illustrated Stadium.CNBC - 13h -
Surging Bucks set eyes on Cup in return to Vegas
Giannis Antetokounmpo says the Bucks, who lost in the in-season tournament semifinals last season, have "unfinished business" as they head to Las Vegas.ESPN - 17h -
Romanian pro-European parties agree to form coalition government
Parties may field single candidate in rerun of annulled presidential election next year. Romania’s pro-EU parties have committed to forming a coalition government and, in a concerted attempt to ...The Guardian - 18h -
Riviera gems: Monaco's renowned soccer academy keeps churning out some of France's biggest stars
Monaco’s strategy of developing young talents who often go on to represent their national sides is bringing both sporting and financial benefits to the French league clubABC News - 1d -
The Far-Reaching Impact of a Soccer Scandal That Led to Relegation
In 2006, Juventus was relegated and stripped of titles. This week, it will play Manchester City, which faces 115 charges from the Premier League.The New York Times - 1d -
Ukrainian man fleeing war rescued with his kitten on a perilous journey through Romanian mountains
A Ukrainian man who embarked on a perilous journey fleeing his war-torn country into Romania has been rescued from a deep mountain ravine in subzero temperatures with an unlikely companion: his ...ABC News - 2d -
In Romanian Village, Anger Fuels Support for Ultranationalist ‘Messiah’
A presidential election has been called off, but the discontent that propelled the surging campaign of a rightist firebrand rages on.The New York Times - 3d -
Romanian prosecutors conduct raids linked to funding of Georgescu's campaign
Romanian prosecutors have conducted raids linked to an man suspected of illegally financing a campaign to promote Calin Georgescu’s presidential runABC News - 4d -
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Lionel Messi Is Voted Major League Soccer’s 2024 M.V.P.
The star’s triumph is the first time that an Inter Miami player has won the awardThe New York Times - 5d -
Romanian Court Annuls Presidential Election
The decision came days after the government asserted that there had been “cyberattacks” meant to undermine the vote and security council documents indicated possible Russian meddling.The New York Times - 5d -
Trump and Kushner Help Launch New U.S.-Based Soccer Tournament
The Club World Cup will take place in the United States next summer, and a draw for the games was held on Thursday night.The New York Times - 5d -
Romanian court throws out presidential results after Russian interference allegations
Romania’s top court on Friday wiped out results from the first round of presidential elections and called for a rerun, days after declassified Romanian security documents alleged Russian ...The Hill - 5d -
Romanian court annuls first round of presidential election
Ruling follows revelation of declassified intelligence alleging Russia ran online campaign to promote far-right outsider. A top Romanian court has annulled the first round of the country’s ...The Guardian - 5d -
Inter Miami star Lionel Messi picked as Major League Soccer's MVP
Inter Miami star Lionel Messi picked as Major League Soccer's MVPABC News - 5d -
Romanian court annuls result of presidential election first round
The move comes after allegations of Russian influence via social media on the first round of voting.BBC News - 5d -
The EU makes an urgent TikTok inquiry on Russia's role in Romanian election turmoil
The European Union has sent TikTok an urgent request for more information about Romanian intelligence files suggesting that Moscow coordinated influencers on its platform to promote an election ...ABC News - 5d -
New York Red Bulls redefine 'Red Bull way' en route to MLS Cup final, adding in a dash of 'Jersey soccer'
The Red Bulls will play the LA Galaxy in Saturday's MLS Cup finalCBS Sports - 5d -
Romanian top court annuls 1st round of presidential vote won by far-right Calin Georgescu
Romanian top court annuls 1st round of presidential vote won by far-right Calin GeorgescuABC News - 5d -
Why isn't there a chance to crown the best club in women's soccer?
Marta might not have been wrong in saying the NWSL is the world's best, so give us Orlando vs. Barcelona!ESPN - 5d -
Kidnapped soccer star rescued after shootout in jungle
Soccer player Pedro Perlaza was freed along with another person, authorities said. "They've been badly treated, but they're alive," police said.CBS News - 5d -
Why Soccer Players Are Training in the Dark
Sports science company Okkulo has shown that its specially lit training environment can improve players’ visual-motor skills—and a growing number of sports are starting to test it out.Wired - 5d -
Romanian soccer leader urges fans to keep country pro-European ahead of state presidential election
Romania’s soccer federation leader has urged fans to keep the country on a pro-European path before a state presidential election between a far-right populist and a reformist opponentABC News - 6d -
Two Romanian men charged in the stabbing of an Iranian journalist in London
Two Romanian men have been arrested in their home country and charged in connection with the stabbing of an Iranian journalist in London this springABC News - 6d -
Two Romanian men charged in the stabbing of an Iranian journalist in London
Two Romanian men have been arrested in their home country and charged in connection with the stabbing of an Iranian journalist in London this springABC News - 6d -
MLS Commissioner Don Garber talks Apple subscribers, Messi and growth of soccer
MLS Commissioner Don Garber said Apple subscriptions are exceeding expectations.CNBC - 6d -
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A Women’s Soccer Star Faced Bad-Faith Attacks. More Are Inevitable.
The N.W.S.L. failed to protect a player who became a lighting rod for hate, a columnist for The Athletic writes.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
There’s No Denying That Carli Lloyd Earned Her Spot in Soccer’s Hall of Fame
The soccer star loved proving critics wrong, but almost no one doubted her place among the sport’s elite, a columnist for The Athletic writes.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Why One of Soccer’s Hottest Prospects Left Arsenal for Manchester United
Chido Obi, who just became the Under-18 Premier League’s all-time record goalscorer, swapped London for Manchester in the summer.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
The Romanian liberal battling pro-Putin candidate for presidency
Elena Lasconi would be country’s first female president but voters are tilting towards ultranationalist Călin GeorgescuFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
The USWNT reclaimed soccer's mountaintop in 2024. Its next task: ‘evolve’
The USWNT capped an unbeaten first half-year under Emma Hayes with a 2-1 victory over the Netherlands on Tuesday.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3 -
Guinea soccer stadium crush kills 56 people
A controversial refereeing decision sparked violence and a crush at a soccer match in southeast Guinea, killing 56 people, according to a provisional toll, the government said on Monday.ESPN - Dec. 2 -
Guinea stadium stampede kills 56 people following clashes at soccer match
Officials and witnesses say chaos erupted at a soccer game in Guinea after fans protested a referee’s call and thousands of panicked spectators tried to flee the stadium, leaving at least 56 people ...ABC News - Dec. 2 -
Romanian constitutional court validates first round of presidential race after vote recount
A top Romanian court has validated the first round of a presidential race in which a far-right outsider emerged as the frontrunner, plunging the country into a week of turmoil amid allegations of ...ABC News - Dec. 2 -
56 people killed in Guinea soccer stadium disaster following controversial referee decision
Monday's events are the latest in a long line of soccer stadium disasters over the last three decadesCBS Sports - Dec. 2
