David Beckham revealed what he found to be the biggest chance between European soccer and MLS but surprisingly it had nothing to do with the on-pitch action. The Manchester United legend made the switch to MLS after signing for LA Galaxy in 2007, trading the Galacticos of Real Madrid to become the face of American soccer in Hollywood. His move to California from Real Madrid sent shockwaves through global soccer in 2007 because of the underwhelming ability of the competition's players and largely poor standard of facilities at the time. However, it wasn't the greatest adjustment seemingly had nothing to do with what was happening on the pitch but rather what was happening on the menu....read
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David Beckham makes bold claim about USMNT's World Cup chances as he shares how Argentina icon Lionel Messi will play massive role
David Beckham holds the belief that the United States men's national team will eventually, one day, win the World Cup.
Cristiano Ronaldo jokingly apologises to Gianluigi Buffon during Champions League draw for his incredible bicycle kick goal for Real Madrid against Juventus in 2018
Ronaldo and Buffon were both present in Monaco on Thursday as the inaugural draw for the league phase of the Champions League took place.
Liverpool host Real Madrid and Arsenal face TWO trips to Italy in new Champions League format… while draw hands Aston Villa THREE home ties against former winners of the competition
MIKE KEEGAN IN MONACO: The British teams learned their fate at a glitzy, semi-automated ceremony in Monaco that passed by without any glitches.
Champions League draw RECAP: Liverpool host Real Madrid and Arsenal face TWO trips to Italy in new format
Recap Mail Sport's live blog for the latest news and updates from the Champions League opening stage draw as the newly formatted competition is set to get officially underway.
Champions League draw simulated... Arsenal take on bogey side Bayern Munich and Man City face defending champions Real Madrid again... while Liverpool take on two European giants
Gone are the days of picking balls out of a pot. Instead, today's draw will be done by AI , with the 36 - rather than 32 - teams in the mix this time around.
Kylian Mbappe's X account is HACKED, with a series of since-deleted bizarre posts appearing on the Real Madrid star's page slamming 'midget' Lionel Messi, calling Tottenham 's***' and claiming he will join Man United on a free transfer in 2028
The French forward has scored once in three games and already lifted his first piece of silverware with Carlo Ancelotti's side after they beat Atalanta earlier this month to win the UEFA Super Cup.
Kepa Arrizabalaga joins Bournemouth on season-long loan from Chelsea after spending last term at Real Madrid... as the £71m signing looks to get regular football with the Cherries
The Spaniard, who joined the club for £71m in 2018 - the world record price for a goalkeeper - has been out-of-favour at the Blues over the past few seasons.
Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Jnr vows to take strong racism stance after being the target of abuse SIXTEEN times in the last 18 months in Spain
The two-time Champions League winner and Ballon d'Or contender has been the target of racist abuse on 16 occasions in the last 18 months while playing for Real Madrid.
Patrice Evra claims the Glazers brought Paul Pogba back to Man United to 'HUMILIATE Sir Alex Ferguson', as he reveals the reason the midfielder was 'exposed' when he returned to Old Trafford
Former Manchester United defender Patrice Evra believes Paul Pogba was brought back to Old Trafford in 2016 to humiliate Sir Alex Ferguson.
Carlo Ancelotti is NOT worried about Kylian Mbappe's slow start at Real Madrid - insisting the French superstar 'is doing better every day' and 'his adaptation is going really well'
Mbappe, 25, joined the LaLiga and Champions League winners as a free agent from Paris St Germain in June, bringing an end to a transfer saga that had rumbled on for years.
Revealed: Why Endrick, 18, has been given the nickname 'Bobby' by his Real Madrid team-mates... as they show their support for the youngster after scoring on his dream debut
The 18-year-old player received a warm welcome at Santiago Bernabeu following his move, which came after the signing of former PSG striker Kylian Mbappe.
Carlo Ancelotti insists Kylian Mbappe does NOT need to play on the left for Real Madrid, with superstar Frenchman still yet to get off the mark in LaLiga playing up front
Carlo Ancelotti is adamant that Kylian Mbappe will find his feet leading the line at Real Madrid after the forward failed to find the net against Real Valladolid.
Man City star Rodri makes history as the Spanish midfielder's eye-catching rating in EA Sports FC 25 is leaked online
While the fans are eagerly awaiting the release of their beloved football simulator, an X (formerly Twitter) user named @DonkTrading has leaked the top 50 highest-rated players in the game.
Heartwarming moment Endrick's mum breaks down in tears as the 18-year-old wonderkid scores sensational first goal for Real Madrid on dream LaLiga debut
The youngster moved to Real Madrid from Palmeiras earlier this summer after both clubs had agreed an initial £62million back in 2022 - when he was 16 years old.
Kim Kardashian's son Saint, 8, walks out with Real Madrid star Vinicius Jnr as a mascot for Spanish soccer giants
Kim Kardashian's son Saint was treated to a VIP experience during Real Madrid's game on Sunday, as the eight-year-walked out with Vinicius Jnr and even kicked a ball around with the Brazilian star.
'His age is perfect for a free transfer': Jamie Redknapp claims Trent Alexander-Arnold is 'in a really good position' amid uncertainty over his Liverpool future and suggests Real Madrid as a possible destination
Redknapp suggested that at the age of 25, Alexander-Arnold is at the ideal stage in his career for a free transfer.
Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham breaks silence and details his 'frustration' after being ruled out for a month through injury - as Kylian Mbappe leads messages of support for the midfielder
The 21-year-old midfielder's comments section was flooded with messages of well-wishes and support from his Los Blancos team-mates.
Did Chelsea really expect Raheem Sterling to go quietly? It's so naive but they will continue to spend cash like Monopoly money regardless, writes GRAEME SOUNESS
GRAEME SOUNESS: The conversation where Enzo Maresca told Raheem Sterling he was not part of his plans should have taken place long before the first game of the season.
Bournemouth are 'in talks to sign Chelsea's Kepa Arrizabalaga', with the most-expensive goalkeeper ever not in Enzo Maresca's plans at Stamford Bridge
The Spaniard was not included in Enzo Maresca's plans after it was previously revealed that he is training separately from the Blues' first-team stars.
Jude Bellingham could MISS Lee Carsley's first games as interim England boss - with the Real Madrid star suffering a leg injury in training
CRAIG HOPE: Interim boss Lee Carsley looks set to be without the midfielder for their opener vs Republic of Ireland in Dublin on September 7.
New fears for Real Madrid's star-studded Galacticos with Kylian Mbappe, Jude Bellingham and Vinicius Junior criticised by Spanish press after major issue in Mallorca draw
Carlo Ancelotti's side were held to a limp 1-1 draw in their league opener at the weekend with Mbappe unable to score on his league debut.
Thibaut Courtois vows never to play for Belgium again until Domenico Tedesco is replaced as manager
Courtois, widely regarded as one of the best keepers in the world, was left out of the Belgium squad for Euro 2024 following a row with Tedesco last year. He was replaced by Koen Casteels for the Euros.
Man United 'make transfer U-turn' after Casemiro's early-season revival, with slimmed-down Brazilian impressing Erik ten Hag
Manchester United have 'made a transfer U-turn' over Casemiro, who now looks set to stay put this summer. He still has two years to run on his four year deal.
Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe at centre of Real Madrid split after team-mate's hastily-deleted statement
Mbappe arrived in the Spanish capital this summer at long last after a protracted pursuit by Los Blancos dating back several seasons, with the Frenchman finally signing at the end of his PSG deal.
Amazon Prime unveil their all-star punditry line-up for this season's Champions League - including Alan Shearer, Frank Lampard and a four-time winner of the competition
Amazon Prime have announced their punditry team for this season's Champions League after acquiring the rights to show games from Europe's elite club competition.
Kylian Mbappe 'is still chasing a £47MILLION unpaid bonus from PSG'... as Real Madrid star 'takes his case to UEFA' ahead of legal battle
Kylian Mbappe has reportedly contacted UEFA regarding the £47million payment the Frenchman believes he was not paid during his time at Paris Saint-Germain.
Alan Shearer insists footballers are reaching 'BREAKING POINT' due to a congested schedule - as the Newcastle legend claims the number of games is leaving top stars 'knackered'
AADAM PATEL: Last week, Carlo Ancelotti admitted that Real Madrid are considering giving players holidays during the season to cope with fixture congestion.
Kylian Mbappe is slammed by fans for his 'stinker' on his LaLiga debut as Real Madrid's dedicated 'Mbappe cam' picks up his costly error during their shock 1-1 draw with Mallorca
A camera dedicated to Kylian Mbappe came back to bite as football fans took note of the Frenchman's lapse in concentration proved costly in Real Madrid's La Liga opener.
Alvaro Morata opens up on split with model wife Alice Campello after seven years and reveals why he had to 'flee Spain' following Euro 2024 win amid 'devastation'
The former Chelsea striker and the model split a week ago after seven years of marriage, during which time they produced four children.
Jude Bellingham tells Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Jr where they went wrong in Real Madrid's surprise 1-1 draw with Mallorca... moaning to the superstar pair that 'running back is f***ing hard'
Rodrygo, who joined Madrid's star trio for the post-match chat, initially fired Real Madrid ahead in the 13th minute before Mallorca equalised through Vedat Muriqi shortly after half time.
Man City are 'set to offer Rodri a new deal that would DOUBLE his current wages', with the Premier League champions 'prepared to make him one of the club's top earners'
Manchester City are preparing to offer star midfielder Rodri a new double-your-money deal that will keep him at the Etihad through his prime years.
From Sheffield... to SPAIN: Oli McBurnie opens up on summer switch to LaLiga, why he is desperate to learn the language... and reveals the Las Palmas team-mate he is ALREADY having to act as a translator for!
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY NATHAN SALT: The question so far has been: how can he be the extroverted McBurnie, the life and soul in the dressing room, without speaking Spanish?
Jude Bellingham picked up where he left off last season, Mason Greenwood has huge boots to fill and two ex-Chelsea stars look to force their way back into England contention - the Brits abroad to look out for this season
Players from these shores have been plying their trade on the continent and further afield for some years now and the results have largely been successful.
Louis Vuitton's big new signing! Jude Bellingham nets a deal with the iconic fashion brand after he was snapped up by Kim Kardashian's SKIMS and a host of other big-name sponsorships
Former Birmingham starlet Bellingham said: 'I'm so happy to join the Louis Vuitton family. Since I was a kid, I've always wanted to wear all the newest Louis Vuitton stuff.'
Saudi Pro League 'target SECOND Real Madrid player' after Vinicius Jnr 'turned down' a lucrative move to join the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema in the division
Vinicius reportedly turned down the chance to make a lucrative move to the Saudi Pro League, after his representatives were contacted by the Public Investment Fund delegation.
Gruesome footage emerges of Eduardo Camavinga crying for help on the floor after the Real Madrid star sustained a knee injury that will keep him out of action for SEVEN weeks
New footage has surfaced showing the injury Eduardo Camavinga sustained just a day before Real Madrid 's Super Cup match on Wednesday evening
Aberdeen secure club record fee of £6.8million as striker Bojan Miovski joins La Liga high-flyers Girona
Aberdeen have raked in a club record fee of £6.8million after selling striker Bojan Miovski to Girona.
Rio Ferdinand hails Jude Bellingham as a 'class apart' after his 'magnificent' performance in Real Madrid's UEFA Super Cup win over Atalanta
Rio Ferdinand has hailed Jude Bellingham after his 'magnificent' performance in Real Madrid's UEFA Super Cup win over Atalanta.
A dream debut! Kylian Mbappe scores his first Real Madrid goal against Atalanta after Jude Bellingham's slick assist and lifts the UEFA Super Cup in perfect start to life in Spain
The superstar, who joined as a free agent this summer after departing PSG, ran onto a cutback from Jude Bellingham and fired coolly into the top corner.
Real Madrid 2-0 Atalanta - UEFA Super Cup RECAP: All the reaction as Kylian Mbappe nets on debut as Los Blancos win trophy for a record sixth time
Relive Mail Sport's live blog for the latest score, team news and updates as Real Madrid take on Atalanta in the UEFA Super Cup.
Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti breaks his silence on Vinicius Jnr being linked with a big-money move to Saudi Arabia ahead of Super Cup final against Atalanta
Carlo Ancelotti has responded to reports that Real Madrid winger Vinicius Jnr could be set for a big-money move to Saudi Arabia this summer.
Jose Mourinho's Fenerbahce crash OUT of the Champions League in qualifying after defeat by 10-man Lille - and Portuguese boss could now face Man United reunion
Mourinho, 61, was appointed as manager of the Turkish giants this summer as he replaced former boss Ismail Kartal who was moved on despite leading the club to 99 points last season.
Vinicius Junior 'offered Saudi pay packet worth 13 times more than his Real Madrid salary' to rival Cristiano Ronaldo's wage - but Spanish giants will 'demand €1 BILLION to sell him'
Vinicius has been a Real Madrid player for six seasons, since joining from Flamengo in 2018. The 24-year-old has scored 83 goals in 264 games for Los Blancos and won 12 trophies.
Real Madrid star Vinicius Jnr 'rejects Saudi Pro League switch' dashing PIF hopes of making the Brazilian 'the face of the division ahead of 2034 World Cup'
As reported by The Athletic, the winger's representatives were contacted by the Public Investment Fund delegation, working on behalf of the country's Ministry of Sport.
Jose Mourinho is BOOKED 20 minutes into his first league game in charge of Fenerbahce - as fans call on the Special One to 'never change'
Mourinho, 61, was appointed as manager of the Turkish giants this summer as he replaced former boss Ismail Kartal who was moved on despite leading the club to 99 points last season.
Real Madrid and Barcelona 'eye-up move for Trent Alexander-Arnold' - with the Liverpool star yet to extend his contract beyond next summer
El Clasico rivals Real and Barcelona are reportedly watching Alexander-Arnold's situation closely, with the England star yet to pen an extension with the Reds.
Start of a new era! Kylian Mbappe trains with his Real Madrid team-mates for the first time since sealing sensational move - with superstar set to make his debut in Super Cup final
Photos posted on social media have shown the forward smiling alongside Carlo Ancelotti and Jude Bellingham during the session at Madrid's Valdebebas base.
Enzo Maresca claims he's still trying to get Mauricio Pochettino's philosophy OUT of his players - after their 2-1 defeat by Real Madrid consigned them to a third loss in five US tour matches
KIERAN GILL AT THE BANK OF AMERICA STADIUM: Enzo Maresca says he is still trying to get Mauricio Pochettino's philosophy out of his Chelsea players.
Chelsea's high line exposed by Real Madrid's speedsters, Romeo Lavia is growing each match, and Enzo Maresca still has work to do in the transfer window: FIVE THINGS WE LEARNED as the Blues lose to Los Blancos
KIERAN GILL AT THE BANK OF AMERICA STADIUM: Chelsea's pre-season tour of the US ended in defeat as they were beaten 2-1 by Real Madrid in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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