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FIFA VP: Coronavirus may put international soccer matches on hold until 2021

A FIFA vice president says most international soccer might not be played until 2021 due to coronavirus pandemic travel restrictions and the need to give club competitions the chance to resume

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As pandemic continues, Galaxy GM says it will be challenging to play a full season

MLS was two games into its 25th anniversary season when spread of the novel coronavirus brought games to a halt March 12.

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Eating patterns of idled Minnesota United players have team staff keeping watch

Sugary photos posted by players on social media notwithstanding, Minnesota United’s athletic trainers and dietitian have provided Loons living isolated at home this past month with workout programs and a nutrition phone app intended to keep them fit and trim during a season suspended by the coronavirus pandemic. “I’ve seen some Instagram posts of cakes […]

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Portland Timbers goalkeeper Jeff Attinella moonlights as children’s book author

Attinella’s side job has helped earn him the nickname “Dadtinella” from the Portland Timbers faithful

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Bundesliga future still in the air amid virus outbreak

With soccer teams in Germany resuming training in small groups this week, there is optimism among some that the Bundesliga will be able to resume in May.

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Belarusian soccer club keeps playing, puts mannequins in stands as fans stay away

Belarus is the last country in Europe still hosting professional sports in front of spectators amid the coronavirus pandemic, but attendances are shrinking as fans decide the stadium is too risky.

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Serbian soccer player Aleksandar Prijovic sentenced to 3 months at home for flouting curfew

The 29-year-old striker who plays for Saudi Arabian club Al-Ittihad pleaded guilty at a video link trial in Belgrade on Saturday.

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England soccer star Kyle Walker sorry after ‘lockdown party’

The 29-year-old Walker apologized on Sunday after it was widely reported he held a party involving two sex workers at his home last week, breaking the government’s rules on social distancing.

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Tajikistan soccer season opens despite coronavirus, Istiklol wins Super Cup

The game was played without fans due to pandemic precautions

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FIFA sees ‘duty’ to help as pandemic ravages soccer finances

Talks are underway about how the governing body’s support fund will be distributed