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US youth international signs with Standard Liège

Midfielder Patrick Tshiani played for Bethesda FC in Maryland and the U.S. U15s before moving to Anderlecht’s academy in Belgium.

FC Barcelona, Head coach Tito Vilanova Press Conference

Carles Puyol nearing full training comeback

Out through various injuries since a Champions League game against AC Milan in March, FC Barcelona and Spanish national team central defender Carles Puyol may be close to returning to full training once again.

Real Madrid's goalkeeper Casillas sits on the bench before the start of their Spanish first division soccer match against Real Valladolid at Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid

Iker Casillas drama picking up in Spain

The embattled Real Madrid goalkeeper could be set for a move away from his boyhood club in winter.

Seattle Sounders FC takes Steve Zakuani off disabled list

Zakuani has not played since a road victory over the Colorado Rapids on April 20.

Report: Atlanta in ‘significant discussions’ for MLS franchise

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reported Thursday that Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank wants to bring MLS to the city.

Bids for Euro 2020 due today; tournament to be held all across Europe

UEFA will host the quadrennial competition in 13 nations, selected from bids all across Europe.

FIFA dismisses sanctions against New Zealand

The opponent for CONCACAF’s fourth-placed team avoided punishment for allegedly fielding an ineligible player.

Cape Verde eliminated after FIFA sanction for ineligible player

Tunisia will take Cape Verde’s place in the playoff round, jumping into first place in Group B.

Real Salt Lake v Seattle Sounders - Western Conference Semifinals

MLS Preview: Seattle Sounders FC vs. Real Salt Lake

The winner of this game takes control of first place in the MLS Supporters’ Shield race.

Hungarian political party in Romania claiming ‘anti-Hungarian’ attitudes

In the wake of fan violence surrounding Romania’s encounter with Hungary on Friday, the UDMR looks beyond Hungarian instigation and sees what it wants to see.

Marek Špilár, former Slovakia defender, commits suicide at 38

Slovakia will wear black armbands against Bosnia-Herzegovina on Tuesday in honor of the former Club Brugge defender.

European qualifying roundup: Two qualify, while four groups remain tight

Tuesday’s results left four groups in which the top two spots are separated by four or less points, while two of those groups have ties at the top.

Italy v Czech Republic - FIFA 2014 World Cup Qualifier

Italy, Netherlands qualify for 2014 World Cup

With wins over the Czech Republic and Andorra, Italy and the Netherlands, respectively, secured first place in their groups.

UEFA hands down three anti-racism sanctions

Budapest Honvéd, Lech Poznań and Piast Gliwice have been charged with racist behavior in the stands.

Brazilian club masseur jumps onto field, stops two shots on goal line (video)

The video of the incident has gone viral on YouTube and received international media attention.

FC Dallas to unveil new stadium name Tuesday

The current FC Dallas Stadium and former Pizza Hut Park will have a new name.

Marseille director’s son becomes latest tragic murder in yearlong killing spree

Gangland violence touched the soccer world on Thursday.

John Herdman to lead Canada women until 2020

The Canadian Soccer Association announced a contract extension for its women’s head coach on Thursday.

MLS Preview: Seattle Sounders FC vs. Chicago Fire

Watch on Saturday at 10 p.m. ET on NBCSN.

Portland Timbers acquire Brad Ring, announce Ryan Miller’s season over

Portland picked up the midfielder from the San Jose Earthquakes in exchange for a draft pick.

Mexican referee in charge with 8 U.S. players on warnings, Mexico up next

Marco Antonio Rodríguez has a tendency to steal the show when he takes charge of important games.

Ghana locks Zambia out of stadium before pregame training session

If you thought Costa Rica’s gamesmanship was bad, wait until you see these images. However, it’s not clear that Ghana did anything wrong.

Two security guards are seen in an empty stadium before the Group D 2014 World Cup qualifying soccer match between Hungary and Romania in Budapest

Romania, Hungary set to revive volatile rivalry on Friday

The neighboring Eastern European nations’ feud goes well beyond the soccer field and into the political and historical spheres.

Al Ahly fans celebrate and shout slogans in front of Al Ahly club after hearing the final verdict of the 2012 Port Said massacre in Cairo

Egyptian league, cup competitions to resume in fall

The Egyptian Cup will kick off Oct. 17 and the Egyptian Premier League on Nov. 23, according to a federation official.

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