The New York Times – Sports:
Wealthy owners are an easy target for fans who want to vent their anger over failing teams. But money isn’t a solution when there is no plan.
Category: Soccer
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Fox Sports Could Be Focus of FIFA Trial in Brooklyn
The New York Times – Sports:
Two former executives are accused of paying bribes to obtain broadcast rights, including for the World Cup. Testimony could reveal what the company knew.
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At Juventus, a Strange Season Takes Another Turn
The New York Times – Sports:
A rough start to the season has been forgotten in Italy amid an unlikely title chase and a date with Napoli.
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N.W.S.L. Bans Ex-Coaches and Fines Teams After Misconduct Report
The New York Times – Sports:
Findings released in December revealed a number of issues throughout the league, including several instances of sexual and emotional abuse.
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Opening the Post-World Cup Mailbag
The New York Times – Sports:
Was Argentina-France the greatest final ever? Or a dull game with a great finish? Readers have their say, and our columnist holds his ground.
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US Soccer Investigating Gregg Berhalter After Report From Gio Reyna’s Mother
The New York Times – Sports:
Gregg Berhalter, the coach, said a decades-old domestic incident had been reported to U.S. Soccer by someone looking to get him fired. It turned out to be the mother of winger Gio Reyna.
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Pele’s 24-Hour Funeral Attracted More Than 200,000 Mourners
The New York Times – Sports:
“This is no sacrifice,” said a man who had waited hours for a chance to attend Pelé’s 24-hour wake. Officials estimated 230,000 people filed through the stadium.
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Pelé Honored by Thousands of Brazilians at 24-Hour Funeral
The New York Times – Sports:
Thousands of Brazilians came out to pay their respects to an athlete that put their nation on the world stage.
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My Uncle Taught Pelé Guitar: The Mourning Is Deeper in One City
The New York Times – Sports:
While fans around the world grieve Pelé’s death, in Santos, Brazil, where he first made his mark, residents recall a friend and neighbor who never forgot them.