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Measuring Goalkeeper Impact in MLS: A Data-Driven Look at Value, Volatility, and Efficiency

By Lucas Morefield Goalkeeper evaluation has always been one of the thorniest challenges in soccer analytics. The position is defined by small sample sizes, high variance, and context-driven outcomes. In Major League Soccer, where roster rules magnify the impact of every marginal dollar, understanding goalkeeper value is especially important. With clubs often operating near budget ceilings, a single overperformance or underperformance in goal can shift playoff probability, alter roster-building timelines, or change the financial implications of a season.

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January 14th: Wednesday’s British Double – 4/1 Special, Betting Tips & Predictions

While we might have some heavyweight battles from the likes of Germany and Italy in midweek, it will be Britain’s elite who steal plenty of Wednesday’s attention. As Chelsea and Arsenal look to claim respective first-leg advantages when they meet for an EFL Cup semi-final showdown in west London, Scottish leaders Hearts will also be […] The post January 14th: Wednesday’s British Double – 4/1 Special, Betting Tips & Predictions appeared first on Soccer News.

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Serbian FA agrees 2026 budget, but with no major tournament play, money is dangerously tight

January 14 – The Football Association of Serbia (FSS) has agreed its budget for 2026, totalling €32,234,253. While the figure represents a symbolic increase on paper compared to last year, local warnings are that the organisation is entering its most precarious financial period in a decade. Behind the technical growth lies a grim reality: a year without a major tournament, dwindling sponsorships, and systemic internal issues are threatening to destabilize Serbian football. Despite the marginal year-on-year increase, Read more … The post Serbian FA agrees 2026 budget, but with no m

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Italy’s anti-trust regulators cut DAZN fine in half

January 14 – Italy’s competition authority has reduced a fine handed to DAZN in a long-running Serie A antitrust case, cutting the penalty from €7.24 million to €3.67 million. The decision follows a review by Italy’s Council of State, which accepted part of DAZN’s appeal around how the original fine was calculated. Telecom Italia (TIM), the other party involved, saw its penalty left unchanged at €760,777. The case dates back to the 2021–24 Serie A domestic rights cycle, Read more … The post Italy’s anti-trust regulators cut DAZN fine in half appeared first on Inside World Football

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New co-operation sees US Soccer Federation takes a big step towards US Club Soccer

January 14 – U.S. Soccer has finally taken a significant step toward getting the youth game moving in the same direction, announcing a new strategic relationship with US Club Soccer as part of its Pathways Strategy. The agreement is about alignment, reducing friction in the alphabet soup of US youth soccer, and making the sport easier to access and afford for families, clubs, and players. Under the managed services agreement, U.S. Soccer will take over key back-end operational services for US Club Soccer, Read more … The post New co-operation sees US Soccer Federation takes a big

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Stats show Premier League VAR errors edging up as control rooms slow to intervene

January 14 – Video Assistant Referee (VAR) was sold as the answer, the safety net. Technology that would iron out the big mistakes and, in doing so, make the game fairer with fewer howlers, fewer apologies, fewer Monday mornings spent arguing over freeze frames. That was the idea. The latest numbers suggest it is not quite working out like that. According to data compiled by BBC Sport from the Premier League’s Key Match Incidents Panel, Read more … The post Stats show Premier League VAR errors edging up as control rooms slow to intervene appeared first on Inside World Football.

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Benfica turns former HQ into 56-room Lisbon hotel

January 14 – One of European football’s aristocrats, SL Benfica, has opened the 1904 Benfica Hotel in central Lisbon, turning one of the most important buildings in the club’s history into something people can actually stay in. Located on Rua do Jardim do Regedor, the hotel sits inside Benfica’s former headquarters and marks a clear step by the club into the hospitality and lifestyle space. The project, delivered in partnership with the Benfica Foundation and FLH Hotels, Read more … The post Benfica turns former HQ into 56-room Lisbon hotel appeared first on Inside World Football.

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Canada’s CPL agrees integrated retail partnership with Team Town Sports

January 14 – Canadian Soccer Business (CSB) has added a new multi-year partnership to its league roster with retailer Team Town Sports becoming the Official Footwear Retailer of the Canadian Premier League (CPL) and League1 Canada.  Team Town Sports is part of Canada’s leading sports equipment retail group, Sporting Life Group, and is part of Canada’s leading sports equipment retail group, Sporting Life Group, sitting alongside the Golf Town and Sporting Life in-store and online brands. Read more … The post Canada’s CPL agrees integrated retail partnership with Team To

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Wembley renews travel partnership with National Express

January 14 – England’s Wembley Stadium has renewed its partnership with National Express that sees direct coach services from more than 50 locations across the country transport fans to the stadium. Designated the Official Coach Supplier to Wembley Stadium, the agreement covers all events at Wembley and will run for the next three years. All ​’Wembley ​Express’ services arrive straight at the official coach park just minutes from the stadium entrance and do not depart until after an event has finished. Read more … The post Wembley renews travel partnership with National Expr

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