December 9, 2020 Soccer players lay down 'marker' in fight against racism Players have taken a knee, unfurled slogans and demanded tougher action only to find soccer — their working environment — remains infected with racism.
December 8, 2020 PSG, Istanbul players walk off field protesting alleged racism by referee in Champions League match Players from Paris Saint-Germain and Istanbul Basaksehir walked off the pitch during a Champions League match on Tuesday protesting against racism after a game official used offensive language targeting Istanbul’s assistant manager.
December 8, 2020 Garber recounts MLS successes, but acknowledges losses Commissioner Don Garber said while Major League Soccer is on track to have losses nearing $1 billion this year because of the coronavirus, he's proud of the way the league was able to navigate the pandemic and complete a difficult season.
December 7, 2020 UAE royal buys stake in controversial Israeli soccer club Israel's Beitar Jerusalem soccer club, which has gained notoriety for its racist fans and refusal to have an Arab player on its roster, announced on Monday that a member of the Emirati ruling family has purchased a 50% stake in the team.
December 7, 2020 Mahomes' fiancee part of NWSL expansion team ownership in KC The National Women's Soccer League is returning to Kansas City after an ownership group led by local businesspeople that includes the fiancee of Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes was awarded an expansion franchise Monday.
December 6, 2020 Spurs beat Arsenal to stay top, fans return to Anfield Fans of Premier League title challengers Liverpool and Tottenham had waited since March to watch their teams win from the stands.
December 6, 2020 AP Interview: Qatar plans 'normal' World Cup after vaccines Qatar is now planning for a "complete normal” World Cup in 2022 after the rapid progress in producing vaccines for the coronavirus, the tournament CEO told The Associated Press on Sunday ahead of the European qualifying draw.
December 6, 2020 Alex Morgan scores first goal in more than year in Tottenham appearance Alex Morgan is back.
December 5, 2020 'Welcome home': Fans finally return to Premier League Chris Dixon's eyes welled up as he prepared to return to his seat.
December 5, 2020 McKennie's landmark goal helps Juve snatch 2-1 win v Torino Weston McKennie became the first American player to score for Juventus as his side came from behind to beat city rival Torino 2-1 in Serie A on Saturday.