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El Salvadorian federation suspends 22 players under suspicion of match-fixing

CONCACAF releases statement supporting FESFUT’s investigation.

Galatasaray manager Fatih Terim named Turkey head coach; will do both jobs

It will be his third stint as head coach for his country. He led Turkey to the Euro 2008 semifinals.

Haris Medunjanin, Miralem Pjanic, Mensur Mujdza, Senad Lulic , Emir Spahic; Sejad Salihovic, Elvir Rahimic, Vedad Ibisevic, Ervin Zukanovic, Edin Dzeko and Asmir Begovic

Report: U.S. to host Bosnia in St. Louis if both qualify for World Cup

Bosnian outlet Klix is calling it “a chance for revenge” after the U.S.'s 4-3 win in Sarajevo on Aug. 14.

Two Armenian referees banned for life for attempted match-fixing

Referee Andranik Arsenyan and assistant Hovhannes Avagyan "[attempted] to manipulate the outcome” of Europa League match on July 11.

Bosnia's Sunjic fights for the ball with Johannsson of the U.S. during their international friendly soccer match in Sarajevo

Aron Jóhannsson scores again for AZ Alkmaar

The U.S. national team newcomer bagged five goals in his first five competitive games this season.

Football Focus, Swansea-Manchester United: Swansea shows promise in possession, but poor defensive shape

The first of our new weekly column focused on tactical analysis of Barclays Premier League matches.

UEFA Champions League roundup: Celtic and Lyon stunned, Zenit wins big

A full look at Tuesday’s Champions League matches, including shock wins for Shakhter Karagandy and Real Sociedad.

Anzhi Makhachkala fire sale begins; Samuel Eto’o and Willian in talks with Premier League clubs

The fallout from Suleyman Kerimov’s declining interest is coming quickly and heavily, with players being sold every day.

PSV 17-year-old attracting interest in England after fast start to season

Zakaria Bakkali is on the radar at Manchester City, Chelsea and Arsenal after becoming the youngest player to score a hat trick in Holland.

Hearing scheduled in September for Rangers midfielder amid betting allegations

Ian Black allegedly bet on his own team, but he did not fix matches, according to the Scottish FA.

Polish champion Legia Warsaw fined and sanctioned for fans’ racist behavior

Legia will have to close the north stand of Stadion Wojska Polskiego, where many of its ultras sit, when Steaua visits on Aug. 27. The first leg is Tuesday in Romania.

Juventus v Los Angeles Galaxy - International Champions Cup 2013

Omar González announced as L.A. Galaxy’s third Designated Player

In a press conference on Thursday, the club unveiled González as its third DP, joining Robbie Keane and Landon Donovan.

New England Revolution v New York Red Bulls ? FC Tucson Desert Diamond Cup

MLS Preview: New York Red Bulls vs. Philadelphia Union

For the second week in a row, MLS on NBC features the Philadelphia Union and a close rival — this time, it’s the New York Red Bulls.

USL launches investigation into alleged racism from Richmond Kickers fans

Orlando City SC defender Kevin Ellis was reportedly subjected to racial abuse following his team’s 2-0 loss to the Richmond Kickers on Wednesday.

West Bromwich Albion v Tottenham Hotspur - Premier League

Gareth Bale trademarks ’11 of Hearts’ celebration

Even locked in a transfer saga, Bale has found a way to cash in.

FC Barcelona could open La Liga without Lionel Messi

Barça’s main man has been out of action for about a week with a left thigh strain, and he left the Argentina camp early in midweek to return home.

Chivas USA sued by former employee — again

This time, it’s the former human resources manager, who alleges a widespread pattern of discrimination and illegal hiring practices.

Tottenham Hotspur finalizes transfer of Étienne Capoue from Toulouse

The 25-year-old French international could find early playing time at center back, where injuries have left the team short.

Premier League Preview: Manchester United

Manchester United has never finished lower than third place in the English Premier League, and it has won the league 13 times in its 21 seasons. But this year could prove to be the Red Devils’ toughest test to date.