As the Premier League and Champions League come to an end, football fans can look forward to an action-packed summer of live games and transfer news. The Athletic is committed to providing detailed coverage of all the exciting events happening in the world of football.
Euro 2024 and Copa America are two major international tournaments that will captivate fans around the globe. The Athletic will have reporters on the ground in Germany for Euro 2024, where they will cover matches featuring stars from top European leagues such as the Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga, Serie A, and Ligue 1. Meanwhile, in the United States, our team will be stationed across various locations to report on Copa America, including games involving teams like Brazil, Argentina, and the United States.
Additionally, we will closely follow Emma Hayes’ journey as she begins her tenure as the head coach of the US Women’s National Team (USWNT). Our writers will attend friendlies in June and July, providing insights into Hayes’ strategies and their impact on the team’s preparations for the Olympics in France.
To enhance our coverage of these international tournaments, The Athletic will bring back The Radar scouting guide. This comprehensive guide will profile players expected to play crucial roles in Euro 2024 and Copa America, offering valuable background information, data, and analysis.
For those who prefer listening to podcasts, The Totally Football Show will air every night during Euro 2024, while The Athletic FC podcast will delve into the biggest issues in world football on a daily basis. If time is limited, readers can catch up with The Daily Football Briefing, which provides a concise summary of the latest football news in under 10 minutes. Furthermore, we have relaunched Full Time with Meg Linehan to provide the latest updates from the women’s game.
The summer transfer window is always an exciting time for football fans, and The Athletic is determined to provide comprehensive coverage. David Ornstein and our team of expert writers will break transfer news, run a live blog, and introduce new features to enhance the experience. The DealSheet, a weekly transfer update, will provide the latest news and analysis every Tuesday. The Athletic 500, our rating system backed by analytics and expert writers, will evaluate every senior Premier League transfer. Additionally, The Radar will offer detailed tactical breakdowns of standout players who may switch clubs this summer.
Premier League pre-season tours are another highlight of the summer. Many clubs, including Liverpool, Manchester United, and Arsenal, will be heading to the United States for pre-season matches. The Athletic’s team of reporters will be present at these games, providing behind-the-scenes access and analysis of how teams are preparing for the upcoming season. Readers will also have the opportunity to engage with our writers through regular Q&A sessions on our app.
In addition to football coverage, The Athletic covers a wide range of other sports, including golf, Formula 1, and tennis. On July 14, fans can mark their calendars for a day filled with sporting events, including the men’s singles final at Wimbledon, the Euro 2024 final, and the Copa America final.
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With The Athletic’s extensive coverage of summer football and beyond, readers can rest assured that they won’t miss a beat in the beautiful game.