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Chief editor of
@breakingthelines.com
. Freelance journalist for FotMob, BetUS and others.
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Zach Lowy
Viola Nation
2 days ago
Fiorentina's often underappreciated midfield maestro gets a bit of spotlight, courtesy of the always excellent
@zachlowy.bsky.social
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Rolando Mandragora’s midfield masterclass in Poland
The fans haven’t always loved the Mandrake but he showed why every Viola coach relies on him.
https://www.violanation.com/fiorentina-match-coverage/21394/rolando-mandragora-fiorentina-put-on-a-midfield-masterclass-poland-jagiellonia-bialystok-conference-league
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Black & White & Read All Over
4 days ago
So what wrong for Juventus against Galatasaray on Tuesday? Well, a lot. Here is
@zachlowy.bsky.social
breaking things down and getting real about the state of Juve following the second-half faceplant in Istanbul.
www.blackwhitereadallover.com/previews-rev...
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What went into Juventus’ self-destruction in Istanbul?
The first leg of Juventus’ play-off tie with Galatasaray went about as bad as one could have thought. So why did it go down the way it did?
https://www.blackwhitereadallover.com/previews-reviews/36615/galatasaray-juventus-analysis-2026-champions-league-playoff-round-leg-1-luciano-spalletti-team-management
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Tom Kundert
4 days ago
In the winter window Portuguese mid-level clubs Casa Pia, Alverca, Estrela and Gil Vicente collected record transfer fees, while Famalicão and Rio Ave also made hay. How come?
@zachlowy.bsky.social
looks into a sea change in Portuguese football
www.portugoal.net/club-news/55...
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Michael Lewis
8 days ago
From
@zachlowy.bsky.social
: LOOKING BACK AND FORWARD: Former USMNT, MLS standout Acosta has accomplished a lot, but wants much more -
frontrow.soccer/nmwns
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LOOKING BACK AND FORWARD: Former USMNT, MLS standout Acosta has accomplished a lot, but wants much more - Front Row Soccer
With just a few days left until the 2026 Major League Soccer season, there are quite a few veteran stars who will be suiting up for yet another campaign, from D.C. United goalkeeper Sean Johnson to Po...
https://frontrow.soccer/nmwns
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Viola Nation
12 days ago
The great
@zachlowy.bsky.social
is back on site with an exclusive interview with Dodô's old coach.
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Why Dodô is Vital to Fiorentina’s Hopes of Staying Up
Your best source for quality Fiorentina news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.
https://www.violanation.com/special-features/21308/why-dodo-vital-fiorentina-vitor-severino-interview-staying-up
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The last time Galatasaray qualified for the UEFA Champions League Round of 16, they had to get past Juventus. 12 years later, will history repeat itself?
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13 days ago
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Zach Lowy
Black & White & Read All Over
24 days ago
Mattia Perin saved the day for Juventus in Monaco (via
@zachlowy.bsky.social
)
www.blackwhitereadallover.com/serie-a-camp...
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Mattia Perin saved the day for Juventus in Monaco
Luciano Spalletti handed Juve’s backup keeper another start in Europe this past Wednesday, with Mattia Perin being arguably the biggest reason for the Bianconeri keeping a shutout against Monaco.
https://www.blackwhitereadallover.com/serie-a-campionato-2025-26-juventus/35951/mattia-perin-saved-the-day-for-juventus-in-monaco
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Zach Lowy
Soccer America
26 days ago
We don’t need sauces on our barbecue, because the smoking process makes it delicious and moist as it’s all you need. SA's
@zachlowy.bsky.social
sits down with Andy Swift to talk World Cup 2026, the Dallas Cup,
@fcdallas.bsky.social
, and cowboy culture.
www.socceramerica.com/world-cup-ho...
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World Cup host Dallas: Through the eyes of Andy Swift - Soccer America
Andy Swift serves on the Board of Directors as the Secretary of the North Texas Organizing Committee.
https://www.socceramerica.com/world-cup-host-dallas-through-the-eyes-of-andy-swift/
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Zach Lowy
Bruce Springsteen
27 days ago
I wrote this song on Saturday, recorded it yesterday and released it to you today in response to the state terror being visited on the city of Minneapolis. It’s dedicated to the people of Minneapolis, our innocent immigrant neighbors and in memory of Alex Pretti and Renee Good. Stay free
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Bruce Springsteen - Streets Of Minneapolis (Official Audio)
YouTube video by Bruce Springsteen
https://youtu.be/wWKSoxG1K7w?si=7ciYwNLv34RrdD1p
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Zach Lowy
Get German Football News
28 days ago
Exclusive | We sat down former Hoffenheim midfielder Diadie Samassekou to discuss leaving Mali for Austria, his time in Sinsheim and moving to America. ✍️
@zachlowy.bsky.social
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Exclusive | Diadié Samassékou on leaving Mali for Austria, his time at Hoffenheim and moving to America - Get German Football News
We are just one month away from the 2026 Major League Soccer season, which will see quite a few ex-Bundesliga stars take the pitch in American soccer’s
https://www.getfootballnewsgermany.com/2026/exclusive-diadie-samassekou-on-leaving-mali-for-austria-his-time-at-hoffenheim-and-moving-to-america/
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Zach Lowy
Bavarian Football Works
about 1 month ago
Sometimes, all you need is a world-class center forward to win a football match – just ask
#FCBayern
Guest post 📝
@zachlowy.bsky.social
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Harry Kane rises to the occasion for Bayern Munich
FC Bayern star Harry Kane continues to deliver.
https://www.bavarianfootballworks.com/bayern-munich-champions-league/161706/harry-kane-rises-to-the-occasion-for-bayern-munich
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Michael Lewis
about 1 month ago
From
@zachlowy.bsky.social
: A TALK WITH: Diadié Samassékou of the Houston Dynamo -
frontrow.soccer/rl002
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A TALK WITH: Diadié Samassékou of the Houston Dynamo - Front Row Soccer
It has been a rollercoaster start to the decade for Houston Dynamo.
https://frontrow.soccer/rl002
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I went to New York to watch the AFCON Final with Zohran Mamdani. I left with something far more profound and ineradicable: a feeling of mutual compassion, African brotherhood, and immigrant pride. My latest for
@fourfourtwo.com
:
www.fourfourtwo.com/competition/...
about 1 month ago
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Tom Kundert
about 1 month ago
“Portugal have learned to maximise the potential of our most talented players. This makes us a strong and competent team that can win the World Cup.” Exclusive PortuGOAL interview by
@zachlowy.bsky.social
with the latest Portuguese coach in Brazil, Rui Duarte =>
www.portugoal.net/portuguese-a...
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Zach Lowy
Bavarian Football Works
about 1 month ago
If Bayern beats RBL this weekend, it'll be their first win at Leipzig since September of 2021 Guest post 📝
@zachlowy.bsky.social
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Can Bayern Munich end its woes at Red Bull Arena?
FC Bayern has a tough match ahead.
https://www.bavarianfootballworks.com/bayern-munich-opinion/160118/can-bayern-munich-end-its-woes-at-red-bull-arena
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Zach Lowy
Black & White & Read All Over
about 1 month ago
How has Juventus' defense changed under Luciano Spalletti the last couple of months? Good question! We asked
@zachlowy.bsky.social
to investigate that very matter for us.
www.blackwhitereadallover.com/serie-a-camp...
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How Spalletti transformed Juventus’ defensive fortunes
Juventus’ defense has improved under their new manager. So whats changed the most to help their defensive fortunes?
https://www.blackwhitereadallover.com/serie-a-campionato-2025-26-juventus/35441/how-luciano-spalletti-transformed-juventus-defensive-fortunes-2026-serie-a-champions-league
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Zach Lowy
Viola Nation
about 1 month ago
Big thanks to
@zachlowy.bsky.social
for setting up a chat with Guillermo Amor, who's got some fun stuff to say about a much funner period of Fiorentina history.
www.violanation.com/special-feat...
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Exclusive: Guillermo Amor talks about the Fiorentina years
The former Barcelona and Fiorentina midfielder speaks about his Seire A experience.
https://www.violanation.com/special-features/20975/exclusive-guillermo-amor-talks-fiorentina-years-interview-zach-lowy
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Zach Lowy
Soccer America
about 1 month ago
“When the ball gets rolling, all of these immigrants are back at home.” Copa90’s 'The Best Job In The World' is a creator-led program to find the next generation of soccer storytellers. SA's
@zachlowy.bsky.social
interviews program finalist Juan Henao.
www.socceramerica.com/juan-henao-o...
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Juan Henao on soccer connecting cultures and quelling homesickness - Soccer America
He may have been born in Colombia, but Juan Henao was made in Miami. After moving to the Miami suburb of Doral at the age of 3.
https://www.socceramerica.com/juan-henao-on-soccer-connecting-cultures-and-quelling-homesickness/
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Zach Lowy
Tom Kundert
about 1 month ago
Should Portugal’s top clubs give their youngsters more game-time?
@zachlowy.bsky.social
on Benfica, Porto, Sporting, Braga and Vitória’s lack of trust in their homegrown talent
www.portugoal.net/club-news/54...
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Zach Lowy
Viola Nation
about 2 months ago
Great look from
@zachlowy.bsky.social
at what went wrong this summer for Fiorentina (besides everything).
www.violanation.com/fiorentina-h...
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Fiorentina’s transfers this summer were a failure
Sometimes it takes time to grade a mercato. This isn’t one of those times.
https://www.violanation.com/fiorentina-hot-takes/20920/fiorentina-transfers-this-summer-were-a-failure
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Zach Lowy
RG
about 2 months ago
From a town of 12,000 in Bahia to a key role in the Championship. Neto Borges opens up on setbacks, adaptation, and Bristol City’s promotion push. Read the full story ⬇️ via
@zachlowy.bsky.social
rg.org/news/soccer/...
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Neto Borges Opens Up on Middlesbrough Departure and New Beginnings at Bristol
RG spoke to Neto Borges about his baptism of fire at Vasco da Gama, his abrupt departure from Middlesbrough, and his new adventure at Bristol City.
https://rg.org/news/soccer/neto-borges-opens-up-middlesborough-depature-new-beginnings-bristol
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Zach Lowy
Bavarian Football Works
about 2 months ago
Seven
#FCBayern
players have contracts expiring in 2026. Who stays and who goes? 📝
@zachlowy.bsky.social
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A look into Bayern Munich’s expiring contracts for 2026
FC Bayern has some tough decisions to make in 2026.
https://www.bavarianfootballworks.com/bayern-munich-transfer-rumors-news/157019/bayern-munich-transfer-rumors-expiring-contracts-neuer-upamecano-jackson-goretzka-ulreich
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Zach Lowy
Bavarian Football Works
about 2 months ago
Josip Stanišić: difference-maker in defense for
#FCBayern
and an increasingly indispensable figure Guest feature from 📝
@zachlowy.bsky.social
#MiaSanMia
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Versatile Josip Stanišić earning rave reviews at Bayern Munich
The FC Bayern defender can do many things on the pitch…
https://www.bavarianfootballworks.com/bayern-munich-opinion/156498/versatile-josip-stanisic-earning-rave-reviews-at-bayern-munich
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Zach Lowy
Football España
2 months ago
If you speak English, and you follow Spanish football, there is one voice that never shouts, but always resonates. We're delighted to be able to bring an interview with inimitable
@sidlowe.bsky.social
- who is always worth your time. ✍️
@zachlowy.bsky.social
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Sydney Hunte
2 months ago
Good stuff from
@zachlowy.bsky.social
in this Brian Dunseth interview.
@theblazingmusket.com
@briandunseth.bsky.social
www.theblazingmusket.com/p/brian-duns...
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Brian Dunseth Looks Back on Legendary Soccer Career in America
"I had this death of ego, the death of the sport that I loved. I had no idea who I was, and I thank God that my wife and I had gotten married, because without her, I would have been completely lost."
https://www.theblazingmusket.com/p/brian-dunseth-looks-back-on-legendary
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Zach Lowy
Bavarian Football Works
2 months ago
From
@zachlowy.bsky.social
:
#FCBayern
wonderkid Lennart Karl is the real deal.
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Bayern Munch’s Lennart Karl is the truth
The FC Bayern phenom is making a name for himself…
https://www.bavarianfootballworks.com/bayern-munich-opinion/153986/bayern-munch-lennart-karl-is-the-truth-mainz-arsenal-chelsea-liverpool
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Zach Lowy
Bavarian Football Works
3 months ago
If
#FCBayern
are to beat Arsenal, they may need former Gunner Serge Gnabry to be at his best 📝
@zachlowy.bsky.social
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Why Serge Gnabry is vital to Bayern Munich’s ambitions of beating Arsenal
Bayern Munich could use a great performance from Serge Gnabry to beat Arsenal FC..
https://www.bavarianfootballworks.com/champions-league/150631/serge-gnabry-champions-league-vital-bayern-munichs-ambitions-arsenal
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Tom Kundert
3 months ago
Champions League is back! As well as big players at some of the tournament favourites - PSG, Man City, Bayern Munich, Chelsea - a total of 27 (!!!) Portuguese players in UCL teams (excluding Benfica & Sporting). How many can you name?
@zachlowy.bsky.social
reports
www.portugoal.net/club-news/53...
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Zach Lowy
Bavarian Football Works
3 months ago
BFW Guest Post! Who is the greatest
#GermanMNT
footballer ever? 📝
@zachlowy.bsky.social
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Who is the greatest German footballer of all time?
Simply the best?
https://www.bavarianfootballworks.com/bayern-munich-opinion/149230/who-is-the-greatest-german-footballer-of-all-time
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Zach Lowy
Black & White & Read All Over
3 months ago
Luciano Spalletti has worked wonders with talented attacking players throughout his career, but also quite recently during his title-winning season in Naples. So is Juventus starlet Kenan Yildiz the next one to take a big step under Spalletti?
www.blackwhitereadallover.com/team-managem...
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Can Luciano Spalletti take Kenan Yıldız to the next level?
Juventus’ new manager has done great work with attacking talent in the past. Is the Bianconeri’s No. 10 the next one up on the list?
https://www.blackwhitereadallover.com/team-management/33990/juventus-luciano-spalletti-kenan-yildiz-2025-serie-a-champions-league-team-management
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Michael Lewis
3 months ago
From
@zachlowy.bsky.social
: OPEN MIKE: Lahoud's background makes for an easy transition from field to broadcast booth -
frontrow.soccer/cyfae
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OPEN MIKE: Lahoud's background makes for an easy transition from field to broadcast booth - Front Row Soccer
With just a few days left before the MLS conference semifinals, excitement is building.
https://frontrow.soccer/cyfae
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Zach Lowy
Bavarian Football Works
4 months ago
Consistently elite: Joshua Kimmich is earning his lucrative
#FCBayern
contract and then some. Guest feature from 📝
@zachlowy.bsky.social
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Joshua Kimmich: Proving to be money well spent at Bayern Munich
Joshua Kimmich has earned his new contract…
https://www.bavarianfootballworks.com/bayern-munich-dfb-pokal/145445/joshua-kimmich-proving-to-be-money-well-spent-at-bayern-munich
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Protagonist Soccer
4 months ago
⚫️
@zachlowy.bsky.social
of Breaking The Lines chats with Assistant Coach, Jeyhan Bhindi, of Union Omaha. ▪️ Los Buhos, the 2024 Players Shield Champions of USL League One are headed into the playoffs again, and Zach gets us a behind the scenes conversation
www.protagonistsoccer.com/coverage/jey...
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Jeyhan Bhindi: Gunning for Success in Omaha — Protagonist Soccer
In an exclusive interview for Protagonist Soccer, Zach Lowy of Breaking The Lines, and contributing writer to FourFourTwo, The Guardian, and The Independent, chats with Assistant Coach, Jeyhan Bhindi,...
https://www.protagonistsoccer.com/coverage/jeyhan-bhindi-gunning-for-success-in-omaha
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Zach Lowy
Tom Kundert
4 months ago
Why Portugal’s middle-class teams fail in Europe.
@zachlowy.bsky.social
reports
portugoal.net/club-news/52...
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Tom Kundert
4 months ago
PortuGOAL exclusive: Renato Paiva on Portugal’s player development boom, broken promises and future ambitions.
@zachlowy.bsky.social
reports
portugoal.net/portuguese-a...
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Zach Lowy
Bavarian Football Works
4 months ago
Have
#FCBayern
secured the future of their midfield in Tom Bischof? 📝
@zachlowy.bsky.social
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Is Tom Bischof the long-term answer to Leon Goretzka at Bayern Munich?
Tom Bischof is making a strong impression at Bayern Munich…
https://www.bavarianfootballworks.com/bayern-munich-opinion/143317/is-tom-bischof-the-long-term-answer-to-leon-goretzka-at-bayern-munich
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“When I watched Italian football, it looked so exotic. There was sunshine, there were these foreign players with their long hair, and everything just looked different and exciting.” I spoke to
@acjimbo.bsky.social
in an exclusive
@thergmedia.bsky.social
interview:
rg.org/news/soccer/...
4 months ago
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Zach Lowy
Tom Kundert
5 months ago
Home is where the heart is; just ask Rui Abreu.
@zachlowy.bsky.social
interviews the Paços de Ferreira fan who became the club president
portugoal.net/club-news/51...
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Zach Lowy
Football España
6 months ago
At one point,
#RCDMallorca
were the model of stability. Yet a torrid start to the season has left them with six losses in their last nine. ✍️
@zachlowy.bsky.social
examines where the cracks have appeared for Los Bermellones.
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RG
6 months ago
Marcos Senesi is ready for a fresh start. After a tough injury layoff, the Bournemouth defender is set to face Liverpool - and his former boss Arne Slot - in Friday’s Premier League opener. via
@zachlowy.bsky.social
rg.org/news/soccer/...
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"I Feel Ready”: Marco Senesi Aiming For Greatness at Bournemouth
RG spoke to Marcos Senesi about his recovery from injury, working with Andoni Iraola at Bournemouth, and plenty more in an exclusive interview.
https://rg.org/news/soccer/i-feel-ready-marco-senesi-aiming-for-greatness-at-bournemouth
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Zach Lowy
Tom Kundert
6 months ago
Can Gonçalo Ramos progress from the perfect impact sub to a regular starter for PSG?
@zachlowy.bsky.social
on the Portugal striker
www.portugoal.net/portuguese-a...
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Zach Lowy
RG
8 months ago
Chelsea head into the Club World Cup Final vs PSG embracing their underdog status. With PSG the clear favorites, Enzo Maresca’s side is focused on staying true to their style and pulling off a historic upset. Via
@zachlowy.bsky.social
Full:
rg.org/news/soccer/...
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Chelsea Embracing Underdog Mentality For Club World Cup Final vs PSG
RG spoke to Luis Enrique, Levi Colwill, and Malo Gusto about the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup Final between PSG and Chelsea.
https://rg.org/news/soccer/chelsea-embracing-underdog-mentality-2025-fifa-club-world-cup-final-vs-psg
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Zach Lowy
Tom Kundert
7 months ago
Fábio Vieira at a crossroads in his career.
@zachlowy.bsky.social
reports
www.portugoal.net/portuguese-a...
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Zach Lowy
Tom Kundert
8 months ago
The Portuguese influence behind the Brasileirão’s renaissance.
@zachlowy.bsky.social
reports
www.portugoal.net/portuguese-a...
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Zach Lowy
Tom Kundert
8 months ago
Good things come to those who wait: Zé Pedro’s inspiring rise at Porto.
@zachlowy.bsky.social
reports
portugoal.net/on-the-rise/...
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Zach Lowy
RG
9 months ago
🇺🇸⚽️ Only one American athlete competed in both the ’84 Olympics & ’94 World Cup: Hugo Pérez. He shares his story of resilience, dreams, and redemption ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Read more about his journey👇 via
@zachlowy.bsky.social
rg.org/news/soccer/...
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https://rg.org/news/soccer/hugo-perez-opens-up-on-storybook-career
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Ben Fleming
9 months ago
Arsenal's search for a striker this summer seems to have come down to two names. A look into Benjamin Sesko and Viktor Gyokeres and how both would shape Mikel Arteta's side next season. With thanks to
@runegjerulff.bsky.social
&
@zachlowy.bsky.social
for their insight:
metro.co.uk/2025/06/03/b...
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Benjamin Sesko or Viktor Gyokeres - which striker should Arsenal sign?
Which striker should Arsenal go for?
https://metro.co.uk/2025/06/03/benjamin-sesko-viktor-gyokeres-striker-arsenal-sign-23266430/
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Zach Lowy
Bavarian Football Works
9 months ago
Guest post from
@zachlowy.bsky.social
of
@breakingthelines.com
! A look at Harry Kane's importance to
#FCBayern
— and how he'll lead the Bavarians into the Club World Cup
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Difference Maker: Harry Kane set to play vital role for Bayern Munich during Club World Cup
The Englishman impacts Bayern Munich in so many ways...
https://www.bavarianfootballworks.com/2025/6/11/24446561/difference-maker-harry-kane-set-to-play-vital-role-for-bayern-munich-during-club-world-cup-muller
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Zach Lowy
Tom Kundert
9 months ago
Viktor Gyökeres bids farewell to Portuguese football the only way he knows how: by scoring.
@zachlowy.bsky.social
reports
www.portugoal.net/club-news/47...
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Tom Kundert
9 months ago
Former Marítimo and Belenenses hero Mitchell van der Gaag reflects on his time in Portugal and his next step in coaching. Interview with the Dutchman by
@zachlowy.bsky.social
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portugoal.net/classics-top...
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