AFPPremier League in the US? FIFA weighs allowing overseas games
FIFA is to consider allowing domestic leagues to play matches overseas, opening the door to money-spinning English Premier League or Spanish La Liga clashes being staged in the United States, the Middle East or Asia.Much-discussed plans for a Premier League "39th game" overseas were dropped in 2008 following opposition from supporters' groups, FIFA and UEFA. But a legal challenge in the United States last month prompted FIFA to reconsider their long-held opposition to out-of-territory matches.
USA TODAY SportsWhen will Lionel Messi return from leg injury? Here's what we know after draw vs. Orlando
Inter Miami star Lionel Messi will continue training with the club as he nurses his left leg with hopes to play Saturday at home against D.C. United.
AFPWithout Messi, Miami's winning run ends with derby draw
Inter Miami's five-match winning run came to an end on Wednesday as, without the injured Lionel Messi, they were held to a 0-0 draw at Orlando City.Messi had featured in all five of those wins for the MLS league leaders but sat out the game in Orlando due to a knee injury.
AFPGriezmann hat-trick fires Atletico into Champions League
Antoine Griezmann secured Champions League qualification for Atletico Madrid with a hat-trick in a 3-0 triumph at Getafe on Wednesday in La Liga.The former Real Sociedad striker netted again to complete his hat-trick after the break, finishing a sharp Atletico move.