Arsenal legend Sol Campbell joins Chad Ochocinco on The Late Run and holds nothing back, explaining why modern football is “too easy” and why no striker - not even prime Ronaldo Nazário - ever had his number.

Named after Didier Drogba and raised with a ball at his feet, U.S. soccer prospect Zavier Gozo joins The Late Run amid reports he is headed to Crystal Palace.

Emmy-winning sports personality Katie Nolan joins The Late Run and settles the GOAT debate before Ocho can even finish the question.

In this episode of The Late Run, Lil Rel Howery and Karlous Miller join Ocho and Raheem for a hilarious, candid conversation about why soccer never became the neighborhood game in Black America. From the popularity of kickball and the cost of $3,000 youth clubs to a lack of accessible fields and local role models, the group explores the cultural and financial barriers surrounding the sport—and even asks why there are so few Black kickers in the NFL.

Newcastle United have turned their attention toward the Etihad Stadium as they look to rebuild their engine room following a summer of high-profile exits. The Magpies are reportedly in active discussions with Manchester City over a potential deal for Spanish midfielder Nico Gonzalez, who has found consistent playing time difficult to come by under Enzo Maresca.

New details have emerged regarding the intense transfer battle for Rodri, revealing that Real Madrid attempted to land the Manchester City superstar with a surprisingly low financial package. While the Ballon d'Or winner has now been officially unveiled at the Spotify Camp Nou, the 15-time European champions were reportedly well off the pace with their valuation of the Spanish anchor.

Manchester United have suffered a significant blow in the summer transfer window after Barcelona midfielder Gavi firmly rejected their advances. Manager Michael Carrick had identified the Spanish international as a prime target to bolster his midfield, but the youngster is fully committed to the Catalan giants and is now in line for a fresh contract at Camp Nou.

Chelsea have emerged as a shock destination for Rafael Leao after the AC Milan winger was offered to the Blues in a cut-price deal. The Portugal international had been a primary target for both Arsenal and Manchester United earlier this summer, but both Premier League giants have now cooled their interest.

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has opened up on the club's decision to recruit highly-rated set-piece coach Austin MacPhee from Aston Villa. The Spaniard believes the addition of specialized experts is essential for the Blues to bridge the gap at the top of the Premier League.

Mikel Arteta has boldly outlined his grand vision to transform Premier League champions Arsenal into the absolute best club in the world. As they prepare to vigorously defend their crown, the manager and chief executive have promised to aggressively target elite transfers, aiming to build an unstoppable squad capable of total global dominance.

Premier League chief executive Richard Masters has publicly acknowledged the growing frustration surrounding the long-awaited verdict on Manchester City’s 115 alleged financial breaches. Despite the hearing concluding in late 2024, a final decision has yet to be reached, prompting Masters to address these ongoing delays while assuring fans that the standard independent process is being followed.

It was a busy weekend for MLS, with plenty more than a big win for Nashville SC over Inter Miami to get excited about

The European club season isn't fully underway yet, but there have already been promising flashes from Americans across the continent.

MLS was typically chaotic on Saturday evening, but Nashville’s rout of Inter Miami offered the clearest indication yet of where the Supporters’ Shield may be headed.

With the World Cup approaching, Emma Sears may want out of Louisville, while Mallory Swanson and Claire Hutton must weigh whether struggling NWSL clubs offer the right environments for their futures.

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