The offside rule is one of the most fundamental principles of professional soccer. While seemingly straightforward in theory, however, it remains a consistent source of controversy and debate, often ...

The Athletic's Jay Harris was in Istanbul to deliver The Briefing from a disappointing 3-2 defeat for Tottenham against Galatasaray — you can read it at the link below. Subscribe to The Athletic on an ...

Sunderland defeated Chelsea 2-1 at Stamford Bridge on Saturday, October 25, on the occasion of the ninth matchday of the Premier League. The Black Cats reacted in the 22nd minute, after in the first ...

When NHL referees or linesmen finish officiating a game, the best result is no one is talking about them. It means players, coaches, media and fans all agree: The game was called fairly. But make no ...