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Soccer-Messi’s final World Cup qualifier grabs the spotlight

Soccer-Messi’s final World Cup qualifier grabs the spotlight

Soccer-Messi’s final World Cup qualifier grabs the spotlight

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Published on: Sept 04, 2025 04:27 am IST

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By Angelica Medina

Soccer-Messi's final World Cup qualifier grabs the spotlight
Soccer-Messi’s final World Cup qualifier grabs the spotlight

Sept 3 – Lionel Messi is set to play his final World Cup qualifier in Argentina on Thursday, while four South American teams are still competing for the remaining automatic places at the 2026 tournament in what could be a dramatic climax.

The 38-year-old Argentina captain will take to the pitch at the Monumental Stadium in Buenos Aires to face Venezuela in what he describes as a very special match, with his family set to be in attendance, including his wife, children, parents and siblings.

“It’s going to be very special for me because it will be my last qualifying match. I don’t know if there will be friendlies or more matches after that,” the eight-times Ballon d’Or winner said last week.

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni told reporters on Wednesday that it was “going to be emotional, special and beautiful”.

“If it really is the last qualifying match, we have to enjoy it,” he said.

While Argentina have secured their World Cup berth, topping the table in South America’s qualifying competition with 35 points, three automatic qualification spots are still to be determined ahead of Thursday’s fixtures and the final matchday on September 9.

Ecuador and Brazil are already qualified with 25 points, followed by Uruguay and Paraguay with 24 points each and Colombia with 22 points. Venezuela with 18 points remain in contention, chasing a first World Cup appearance.

Ecuador’s remarkable recovery stands as one of the campaign’s most compelling storylines, having overcome a three-point penalty for a player eligibility issue to successfully secure qualification.

Brazil’s journey has been far bumpier, marked by coaching upheaval that saw Dorival Junior replaced following a 4-1 away defeat to Argentina, after which Carlo Ancelotti made his debut in a goalless draw with Ecuador.

The qualifying cycle has produced many memorable moments, such as Colombia’s first ever World Cup qualifying win over Brazil when they earned a stunning 2–1 victory in Barranquilla in November 2023.

Uruguay also bade an emotional farewell to their captain, Luis Suarez, who retired from international football during the 0–0 draw with Paraguay in September 2024.

Thursday’s fixtures see Paraguay face Ecuador, Argentina take on Venezuela, Uruguay meet Peru, Colombia host Bolivia and Brazil play Chile.

If matters aren’t already settled, then the final matchday on Tuesday will determine the last automatic qualifiers for the global showdown next June and July, which will be hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United States.

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Emotional Scaloni: Hope this isn’t Messi’s farewell

Emotional Scaloni: Hope this isn’t Messi’s farewell

An emotional Lionel Scaloni said Lionel Messi deserved a special reception when taking the field for likely his last competitive game on home soil for Argentina on Thursday, though he expressed hope that the legendary forward would get another chance to bid farewell to the Argentine fans before his retirement.

Messi, 38, has not yet announced when he plans to retire, but he confirmed last week that he expects Thursday’s match with Venezuela in Buenos Aires to be his last time playing at home in a World Cup qualifier.

Asked about that prospect during his pregame news conference on Wednesday, Scaloni described the honour of coaching the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner, with whom he won a World Cup title in 2022.

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“Yes, this is a match which Leo has said will be emotional, special, nice because it’s true that it’s our last qualifying match,” Scaloni, who wiped away tears during his appearance before the media, said. “We have to enjoy it as we’ve always been saying.

“More than anyone I will enjoy it. Having been able to coach him has honestly been a pleasure and let’s hope that fans who go to the stadium will also enjoy it because he truly deserves it.

“Tomorrow will be a nice match. Exciting. I’m sure that it won’t be his last game in Argentina and I say that we’ll make sure that if he decides it’s the last game, we play another because it’s obvious to do that in the right moment and because he deserves it.”

Colombia four points ahead in sixth and Bolivia just one point back in eighth, it remains all to play for in the final two rounds of qualifying.

“It’s an uncomfortable, difficult opponent who, with Bocha [Batista], have achieved some very good results and are on the verge of playing, or have the possibility of playing, in a World Cup,” Scaloni said. “And that could be something historic for them. So, we appreciate that.

“We’ve shared moments with him, and they will be a tough opponent, where a lot is at stake in tomorrow’s match. And that makes the game exciting to watch and, as always, we will try to win by playing our way.”

As Argentina look ahead to the World Cup, Scaloni admitted that much of their preparations remain up in the air, including whether they will face off with European champions Spain in the Finalissima next year.

“It’s not certain that the game will be played because it’s still not clear whether Spain will finish as group leaders [in UEFA qualifying],” Scaloni said. “If they aren’t group leaders in March, the game can’t be played. So, there’s a question mark there. We’ll have to wait to see what happens and we’ll have to wait to confirm our games.

“And it’s the same with June. We’ll have to find teams to play if we want to play them here. It’s not easy to get teams to come and play here. It’s the same old problem we’ve always had, especially after the introduction of the Nations League, where the Europeans play among themselves. We don’t have the opportunity to go to Europe to play because they’re all busy. So, everything has become more complicated in recent years.”

Source: https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/46149450/lionel-scaloni-lionel-messi-last-argentina-home-game-world-cup

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Morgan’s Togethxr named London City kit sponsor

Morgan’s Togethxr named London City kit sponsor

Togethxr, a company founded by athletes Alex Morgan, Sue Bird, Simone Manuel and Chloe Kim, has announced a partnership that puts its slogan “Everyone Watches Women’s Sports” on the jerseys of the London City Lionesses.

London City are playing this season in the English Women’s Super League. The team’s opening match is set for Saturday at Arsenal.

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    Michele Kang, owner of the Washington Spirit in the NWSL and OL Lyonnes in the top French league, bought the Lionesses in 2023. London City are the only WSL team not affiliated with a Premier League club.

    “London City Lionesses was founded to reimagine women’s football — to be bold, independent, and drive women’s football forward,” Kang said in a statement Wednesday. “Our partnership with Togethxr reflects that same goal and allows us to do it at pace! Seeing ‘Everyone Watches Women’s Sports’ on our kit is a powerful statement and we look forward to starting influential conversations that progress women’s sport.”

    The “Everyone Watches Women’s Sports” T-shirts were first released in 2023 and quickly gained popularity. Celebrities and athletes including actor Jason Sudeikis and Golden State Warriors guard Steph Curry have worn the shirts.

    Togethxr announced earlier this year that merchandise featuring the slogan had generated $6 million in revenue for the media and commerce company.

    Togethxr’s agreement with the Lionesses is described as a partnership as opposed to a sponsorship, so the company is not paying to put the saying on the jerseys. Togethxr also has partnerships with the WNBA and NWSL.

    “We’re joining forces to reaffirm that the future of women’s sports is here,” Morgan said in the announcement. “It’s global, and it’s inevitable. London City Lionesses were born to disrupt football, and Togethxr was born to disrupt sports media.”

    Information from The Associated Press was used in this story.

    Source: https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/46148513/morgan-bird-owned-togethxr-london-city-shirt-sponsor

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    Texan Soccer continues five-game homestand with Texas A&M-Corpus Christi matchup – Tarleton State University Athletics

    Texan Soccer continues five-game homestand with Texas A&M-Corpus Christi matchup – Tarleton State University Athletics

    Jaycie Bass scored two goals for the Texans with assists from Stevie Reynolds and Sammy Schulze. Reynolds and Schulze also scored goals for TSU.  

    Tarleton State took 13 shots compared to Incarnate Word’s 10 shots, with eight of them shot on goal, and goalkeepers Emma Barnes and Mikayla Kendall recorded a combined three saves for the Texans. 

    Senior midfielder Jaycie Bass was recently named the WAC Offensive Player of the Week for week three. Bass is now the second player in just three weeks to receive a weekly honor for the Texans, her first in her four-year career. She notched a pair of goals and an assist to record five total points in the first six games of the season. The senior has started the last four games for Tarleton State, recording a total of 238 minutes played this season. She is the fourth person to score multiple goals in a game in program history, as it has only been done a total of six times. Reynolds accounts for three of those, two occurring earlier this season. 

    Reynolds has been a key asset for the Texans so far in the 2025 season. The senior is ranked inside the top ten nationally in three offensive statistical categories: T-6th in total goals (6), T-9th in total points (13), and T-10th in goals per game (1.00). She was one of only 10 players in the country to have scored six or more goals in the 2025 season as of Sept. 3 and currently leads the WAC conference in seven different statistical categories. Reynolds was named the WAC Offensive Player of the Week for week one. During their game against Texas Southern, Reynolds set the new single game shot record with seven shots and tied the single game shot on goal record of five shots on goal. She was the only player in the WAC to score multiple goals in one game through week one and was one of 35 athletes to score at least three goals in the first week. The forward is now tied for first in program history for total goals scored in her Tarleton State career. 

    Emma Barnes has been a defensive standout for Tarleton State this season. In her third straight starting appearance, Barnes set a new personal record during her Tarleton State career with nine saves and 18 shots faced against UTEP. The goalkeeper has appeared in five of the six games for the Texans, recording 15 saves and allowing only two goals. Prior to this season, Barnes had only started one match, occurring as a freshman back in September of 2023. 

    Tarleton State Women’s Soccer was recently ranked eighth in the Pacific Region by the United Soccer Coaches. The Texans are currently leading the WAC conference in ten different statistical categories and have earned three shutouts in just six games this season. 

    Head coach Pete Cuadrado is in his 22nd season as a collegiate head coach and his fourth season with Tarleton State. He began his career at North Dakota State before moving to Wyoming in 2012, and then to TSU in 2021. Cuadrado currently has 190 career wins, securing 22 of those with the Texans. 

    11 new athletes entered the program for the 2025 season, as well as 16 returning Texans. TSU’s 27-woman roster includes seven international players from two different countries: Australia and Canada. 

    Eight current Texans have been pillars in building the foundation of the program, competing with Tarleton State Women’s Soccer since its beginning in 2022. These athletes include Mikayla Kendall, Rylie Bloomfield, Avery Harr, Kyra Goudzwaard, Kaitlyn Flanagan, Teeghan Dodd, Jaycie Bass and Macy Hellwig. All eight athletes are now academic seniors and will be graduating during the 2025-2026 academic year. 

    The 2025 WAC conference schedule consists of 10 games, with only six teams being active members in the league this year. The 2025 WAC Tournament will be hosted by Utah Valley and will be held at UCCU Stadium in Orem, Utah from November 5-8. 

    Tarleton State will return to action this Sunday to host their Bounce Back Brunch for their matchup with McNeese at the Tarleton State Soccer Complex. More information will be released soon. 

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    Source: https://tarletonsports.com/news/2025/9/3/womens-soccer-texan-soccer-continues-five-game-homestand-with-texas-am-corpus-christi-matchup.aspx

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    Soccer Takes Center Stage at NAB Show New York

    Soccer Takes Center Stage at NAB Show New York

    NEW YORK—The NAB Show New York continues to add more sports-themed content with the announcement that the event will feature a October 22 keynote on the future of soccer in the U.S. called “Game Plan 2026: Building the Brand and Business of US Soccer.”

    As the world’s game continues to grow in the United States, U.S. Soccer is at the forefront of shaping not only the future of the sport but also its role in American culture. In this session, Catherine Newman (Chief Marketing & Communications Officer, U.S. Soccer Federation) and David Wright (Chief Commercial Officer, USSF) will explore how U.S. Soccer is building a powerful, resonant brand that connects with diverse audiences, drives fan engagement, and unlocks new commercial opportunities, the show’s organizers reported.

    In a keynote, Catherine Newman (Chief Marketing & Communications Officer, U.S. Soccer Federation) and David Wright (Chief Commercial Officer, USSF) will explore the future of U.S. Soccer.

    Catherine Newman and David Wright from the U.S. Soccer Federation will be speaking at the NAB Show New York.  (Image credit: NAB Show New York)

    The conversation will examine the federation’s evolving media strategy, partnerships, and digital platforms, as well as how storytelling, innovation, and community engagement are fueling its expansion. Attendees will gain an inside look at how U.S. Soccer balances tradition with modern brand-building, what it takes to grow fandom in a competitive sports landscape.

    here. The NAB Show New York takes place October 22-23, 2025 at the Javits Center in New York City.

    The newly announced keynote is one of many sports-themed sessions scheduled for the show, which will also feature a wide range of exhibitors and technology companies showcasing new technologies for sports production, engagement and distribution.

    The NAB Show New York reported that a Exhibits Pass also unlocks access to on-floor sessions covering every angle of sports and media. Those sessions include:

    • From Broadcast to Streamcast: The New Era of Sports Viewing
    • Reimagining the Arena: Innovation at the Heart of Live Sports
    • A New Sports Media for a Changing Audience
    • Sports Creators Get in the Game

    A complete list of sessions about sports is available here. More information and registration is available here.

    Source: https://www.tvtechnology.com/news/soccer-takes-center-stage-at-nab-show-new-york

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    Duba Responds To Death Threats From Fans

    Duba Responds To Death Threats From Fans

    Kaizer Chiefs striker Wandile Duba has broken his silence following a wave of criticism and disturbing threats from sections of the club’s fanbase, revealing that the abuse affected his mental state and led to him missing the team’s most recent match.

    Read: All 16 Confirmed Top Flight Coaches

    Speaking at the Nedbank multipurpose court handover at Phulong Secondary School in Springs, Duba addressed growing commentary around his playing style, particularly claims that he’s “too aggressive” for a striker. While he remained composed in his response, the 21-year-old admitted that the situation had taken a toll.

    “No, no, no. It’s part of the job. You do well, they talk. You do bad, they talk. I just keep on focusing on what I do best and I don’t mind all the negative comments.”

    When asked specifically about the criticism of his physical approach, Duba was clear that his style is intentional and aligned with the coach’s expectations.

    “Does it affect you when people say you play aggressively? No, it doesn’t actually. It doesn’t because that’s how the coach wants us to be.”

    However, the conversation took a darker turn as Duba revealed that some fans had crossed the line, sending death threats via social media, which ultimately impacted his readiness to play.

    “It’s just the comments, people coming to your account, commenting threatening to kill you and all that. I don’t think on the last game I wasn’t on my right state of mind. So, I didn’t even go to go play.”

    Read: Professor’s Chiefs Stint Comes To An End

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    International Soccer Watch Guide: September 2025 Edition | Minnesota United FC

    International Soccer Watch Guide: September 2025 Edition | Minnesota United FC

    Sure, the season was just starting to really heat up, but why keep that momentum going? It’s the perfect time for some international soccer: right ahead of the final stretch of the MLS regular season! The boys will go off, get some competitive minutes with their national teams, and bring that vigor right back to the states when they return. Sure, it disrupts our flow, but a healthy dose of national team duty is pure medicine for any player in search of motivation. Check out my picks from what should be an extremely exciting window across the world!

    We may have lost one of our international Loons during the transfer window (good luck at Villareal, Tani!), but the usual suspects are still kicking it for both the Black and Blue as well as their national teams. As always, look out for bolded matches in this month’s international guide to find every game that could feature an MNUFC player, and feel free to check out a few of my non-bolded picks while you’re at it:

    • Dayne St. Clair – Canada
    • Robin Lod – Finland
    • Joseph Rosales – Honduras
    • Michael Boxall – New Zealand
    • Carlos Harvey – Panama

    World Cup Qualifiers: CAF, Concacaf, CONMEBOL, UEFA

    We’re officially less than a year away from the World Cup coming to our shores, and that means it’s crunch time for everyone who hasn’t already booked their spot in next summer’s tournament. Just 13 of the 48 spots have been filled, leaving plenty of room for hopeful nations across the globe to either secure their spot or take a step closer during this international window. Check out some of the most exciting stories set to unfold during the next week of action:

    Here’s the state of affairs in African qualifying: There are currently nine qualifying groups playing for their spots, with only the winners of each securing an automatic spot at the big dance. The rest will be fighting to be one of the best four runners-up, who will face off in a second round that offers one last shot. The likes of Egypt, South Africa, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, and Ghana will all be looking to either mathematically seal their spots or push themselves to the very brink of qualification. Meanwhile, several groups will see some big-time matchups between first and second, meaning this window could determine who’s in and who’s out for Cape Verde, Cameroon, DR Congo, Senegal, Gabon, and Ivory Coast.

    How to watch: FIFA+

    Matchday 7

    • Chad vs. Ghana, Thursday, September 4, at 8:00 a.m. CT
    • Tunisia vs. Liberia, Thursday, September 4, at 2:00 p.m. CT
    • Morocco vs. Niger, Friday, September 5, at 2:00 p.m. CT

    Matchday 8

    • DR Congo vs. Senegal, Tuesday, September 9, at 11:00 a.m. CT
    • Cape Verde vs. Cameroon, Tuesday, September 9, at 11:00 a.m. CT
    • Gabon vs. Ivory Coast, Tuesday, September 9, at 2:00 p.m. CT

    In our neck of the woods, three groups of four remain in contention for a spot in next summer’s tournament, with the winners of each group securing an automatic bid. This window marks the start of this Third Round of Concacaf Qualifiers, meaning it’s anyone’s game at this point in time. Panama, Jamaica, Honduras, and Costa Rica have got to be among the favorites to go through, with the latter two facing off in what will likely be a very tight Group C.

    How to watch: Paramount+

    Matchday 1

    • Panama vs. Suriname, Thursday, September 4, at 4:30 p.m. CT
    • Haiti vs. Honduras, Friday, September 5, at 7:00 p.m. CT
    • Nicaragua vs. Costa Rica, Friday, September 5, at 9:00 p.m. CT

    Matchday 2

    • Panama vs. Guatemala, Monday, September 8, at 8:30 p.m. CT
    • Jamaica vs. Trinidad and Tobago, Tuesday, September 9, at 7:00 p.m. CT
    • Honduras vs. Nicaragua, Tuesday, September 9, at 9:00 p.m. CT

    The pressure-cooker that is CONMEBOL qualifying picks up right where it left off last window, with Uruguay, Paraguay, and Colombia all on the verge of booking their tickets to 2026. This is the final window for teams to secure an automatic bid, and with just three spots left to fight for, outsiders Venezuela and Bolivia may end up battling it out for the seventh-place spot that will get them into the FIFA Play-Off Tournament, a last-chance qualifier that pits teams that almost made the cuts around the globe against one another for the final remaining spots.

    How to watch: DAZN

    Matchday 17

    • Colombia vs. Bolivia, Thursday, September 4, at 6:30 p.m. CT
    • Paraguay vs. Ecuador, Thursday, September 4, at 6:30 p.m. CT

    Matchday 18

    • Chile vs. Uruguay, Tuesday, September 9, at 6:30 p.m. CT
    • Venezuela vs. Colombia, Tuesday, September 9, at 6:30 p.m. CT

    Over in Europe, all twelve groups are set to take their next step toward qualification. Six have already started in a previous window, while six will be kicking things off this month. They’re all over the place organizationally, so your guess is as good as mine as to whether or not anyone can automatically qualify this week. Outside of watching Robin and his Finnish teammates, I recommend watching some of the usual suspects. If you can catch a Sweden game, take a look at two of the most expensive strikers in the Premier League. Maybe watch Norway to see if they can take that next step they’ve been looking for. I guess I’ll be watching mostly Scandinavian soccer; you should, too.

    How to watch: Disney+, FOX Sports

    Matchday 5

    • Netherlands vs. Poland, Thursday, September 5, at 1:45 p.m CT
    • Slovenia vs. Switzerland, Friday, September 5, at 1:45 p.m. CT
    • Denmark vs. Scotland, Friday, September 5, at 1:45 p.m. CT

    Matchday 6

    • Poland vs. Finland, Sunday, September 7, at 1:45 p.m. CT
    • Türkiye vs. Spain, Sunday, September 7, at 1:45 p.m. CT
    • Greece vs. Denmark, Monday, September 8, at 1:45 p.m. CT

    Friendlies

    For nations already qualified for the World Cup — and some just looking to fill time — friendlies are always an option. Dayne St. Clair and the Canadian national team will be taking on a pair of European nations, while Mauricio Pochettino looks to lead his USMNT against Asian opposition. Boxy and his fellow Kiwis will be playing a home and away series against rival Australia, and plenty more fun friendlies will be sprinkled throughout this delightful international break.

    How to watch: FIFA+, Peacock, OneSoccer (depends on the match, of course)

    • Norway vs. Finland, Thursday, September 5, at 11:00 a.m. CT
    • Australia vs. New Zealand, Friday, September 5, at 4:45 a.m. CT
    • Romania vs. Canada, Friday, September 5, at 1:00 p.m. CT
    • Wales vs. Canada, Tuesday, September 9, at 1:45 p.m. CT
    • USA vs. South Korea, Saturday, September 6, at 4:00 p.m. CT
    • New Zealand vs. Australia, Tuesday, September 9, at 2:00 a.m. CT
    • USA vs. Japan, Tuesday, September 9, at 6:30 p.m. CT

    I don’t know about you, but with the arrival of fall comes an increase in craziness. Schedules are getting packed, school is coming back, and soccer is kicking into overdrive. Can I afford to binge watch international soccer for a week? Probably not. Will I try anyway? No comment, of course.

    Source: https://www.mnufc.com/news/international-soccer-watch-guide-september-2025-edition

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    ‘Ambition’—Alexander-Arnold Reveals Key Reason Behind Real Madrid Move, Reflects on Liverpool Exit

    ‘Ambition’—Alexander-Arnold Reveals Key Reason Behind Real Madrid Move, Reflects on Liverpool Exit

    Trent Alexander-Arnold admitted Liverpool will always be his “home”, but he could not pass up the challenge and opportunity of playing for Real Madrid.

    It’s been just over three months since Alexander-Arnold bid farewell to his boyhood club after spending 20 years in Merseyside. The fullback helped Liverpool win all there was to win in England before he decided to make the move to the Spanish capital.

    The Reds’ supporters did not take the decision too kindly at first, but they eventually gave their homegrown star a proper sendoff in his final appearance back in May. The next time Alexander-Arnold steps on the pitch at Anfield, he will be wearing white.

    The highly anticipated Champions League meeting between Real Madrid and Liverpool will be a homecoming for Alexander-Arnold after making what called the “hardest decision of his life” to leave.

    “Liverpool is my home; it made me who I am. But Madrid felt like the right step, at the right time,” Alexander-Arnold revealed in an interview with GQ Spain.

    “Liverpool made me who I am,” he continued. “More than anything, it was the ambition and personal desire for change. To challenge myself in a new environment.”

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    Alexander-Arnold joined Liverpool at age six and climbed through the ranks to eventually become the club’s vice-captain. The right back built a well-earned legacy in a red shirt as he helped bring nine trophies, including two Premier League titles and one Champions League title, to Merseyside.

    Yet the Englishman left it all behind to embark on a new chapter at Real Madrid, joining the likes of Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappé and Vinícius Júnior in Madrid.

    “Of course, [Real Madrid’s] legacy is undeniable. But more than that, what attracted me was the ambition and the desire to test myself in a new context,” Alexander-Arnold said.

    More pressure is on Alexander-Arnold than ever before now that he plays for the biggest club in the world. All eyes are on the blockbuster signing who has yet to look his best since the move to Spain.

    “It’s definitely a challenge, but it’s one I welcome,” Alexander-Arnold admitted. “The Bernabéu is a sacred place. You feel the weight of the shirt, but that’s what drives you to give your all.”

    Los Blancos are banking on Alexander-Arnold to help bring major trophies back to the Spanish capital after the club’s poor 2024–25 campaign. It is now up to the ex-Liverpool star to live up to the expectations of the Real Madrid badge.

    READ THE LATEST REAL MADRID NEWS, TRANSFER RUMORS AND MORE

    Source: https://www.si.com/soccer/alexander-arnold-reveals-key-reason-real-madrid-move-reflects-liverpool-exit

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    Girls soccer: Section 1 schedules and results for the 2025 season

    Girls soccer: Section 1 schedules and results for the 2025 season

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    The 2025 girls soccer season is underway and we’ll be posting the daily schedule and results throughout the fall. Check here for updates and highlights.

    Please submit results to me via email at [email protected] or tag my social media accounts when you post the results. You can find me on Twitter/X (@StephenHaynes4) and on Instagram (StephenHaynes_TJN).

    Tuesday, Sept. 2

    Scarsdale 8, Port Chester 0

    Gia Asen scored twice, and freshman Isabella Lins had an assist and notched her first varsity goal for Scarsdale. Stella Van Arsdale added two assists, Leah Brown had a goal and an assist, and Keaton Saperstein, Paige Neustadt, Oonagh Walsh and Scarlett Dorr each scored, and Reese Newman had an assist. Port Chester’s Elisa Almendarez made five saves.

    Valhalla 3, Leffell School 3

    Yorktown tournament

    Mamaroneck 2, Yorktown 1

    Arlington B vs. Pelham, 5 p.m.

    Wednesday, Sept. 3

    Mamaroneck at New Rochelle, 4:30 p.m.

    Ossining at Scarsdale, 4:30 p.m.

    Irvington at Edgemont, 4:30 p.m.

    Pleasantville at Sleepy Hollow, 4:30 p.m.

    Byram Hills at Harrison, 4:30 p.m.

    Eastchester vs. Scarsdale B at Fox Meadow Elementary, 4:30 p.m.

    Ketcham at North Rockland, 4:30 p.m.

    Pearl River at Tappan Zee, 4;30 p.m.

    Nanuet at Nyack, 4:30 p.m.

    Carmel at Lakeland, 4:30 p.m.

    Mahopac at Panas, 4:30 p.m.

    Valhalla at Blind Brook, 4:30 p.m.

    Rye Neck at Briarcliff, 4:30 p.m.

    Hastings vs. Dobbs Ferry at Springhurst Elementary, 4:30 p.m.

    Saunders at Lincoln, 4:30 p.m.

    Gorton vs. Yonkers at Fleming Field, 4:30 p.m.

    Riverside at Yonkers Montessori, 4:30 p.m.

    Spring Valley at Mount Vernon, 4:#0 p.m.

    Woodlands at Poughkeepsie, 4:30 p.m.

    Croton-Harmon at Somers, 4:45 p.m.

    North Salem at John Jay-CR, 5 p.m.

    Pelham at Rye, 5 p.m.

    John Jay-EF vs. Suffern at Suffern MS, 5 p.m.

    Greeley at Fox Lane, 5 p.m.

    Tuckahoe at Bronxville, 5 p.m.

    Thursday, Sept. 4

    Westlake at Hen Hud, 4;30 p.m.

    Leffell School at Blind Brook, 4:30 p.m.

    Ramapo at Peekskill, 4:30 p.m.

    Friday, Sept. 5

    New Rochelle at Ossining, 4:30 p.m.

    Ardsley at Irvington, 4:30 p.m.

    Sleepy Hollow at Westlake, 4:30 p.m.

    Suffern at Ketcham, 4:30 p.m.

    John Jay-CR at Brewster, 4:30 p.m.

    Greeley at Somers, 4:30 p.m.

    Nyack at Pearl River, 4:30 p.m.

    Clarkstown South at Nanuet, 4:30 p.m.

    Panas at Carmel, 4:30 p.m.

    Briarcliff at Valhalla, 4:30 p.m.

    Dobbs Ferry at Tuckahoe, 4:30 p.m.

    Lincoln at Riverside, 4:30 p.m.

    Yonkers at Saunders, 4:30 p.m.

    Yonkers Montessori at Roosevelt, 4:30 p.m.

    Mount Vernon at Pawling, 4:30 p.m.

    Hamilton at Woodlands, 4:30 p.m.

    Poughkeepsie at Ramapo, 4:30 p.m.

    Spring Valley at Port Chester, 4:30 p.m.

    Arlington B at Mahopac, 5 p.m.

    Scarsdale B at Ursuline, 5:15 p.m.

    non-region opponent at John Jay-EF, 6 p.m.

    Saturday, Sept. 6

    non-region opponent at Pleasantville, 10:30 a.m.

    non-region opponent at Harrison, 10:45 a.m.

    Saunders at Putnam Valley, 11 a.m.

    non-region opponent at Somers, noon

    John Jay-EF at non-region opponent, 2 p.m.

    Red Bandana Showcase

    At Nyack

    Clarkstown South vs. North Rockland, 9 a.m.

    Hastings vs. Peekskill, 11 a.m.

    Edgemont at Nyack, 7 p.m.

    Yorktown tournament

    Consolation: 1:30 p.m.

    Championship: 1:30 p.m.

    Sunday, Sept. 7

    Harrison at non-region opponent, 9:15 a.m.

    non-region opponent at Albertus Magnus, 11 a.m.

    non-region opponent at Pleasantville, 12:15 p.m.

    Source: https://www.lohud.com/story/sports/high-school/soccer/2025/09/02/girls-soccer-schedules-and-scores-for-the-2025-section-1-season/85915408007/

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