Arthur Fernandes

Arthur Fernandes

Arthur Fernandes became a american soccer fan in 2014 after discovering the USL, and by 2015, he was hooked on MLS. Since 2016, he’s covered CONCACAF teams as a sports journalist. With a degree in Communications and Marketing, Arthur worked at Boca Raton FC when the Florida squad was battling it out in the APSL and NPSL. In Brazil, Arthur worked with Torcedores and Esportes News Mundo. He worked for the Brazilian, American, and Mexican versions of VAVEL before landing at Fansided. Arthur’s a polyglot aiming to speak nine languages by 2030. Born in Rio de Janeiro, he’s got that easy-going beach vibe and a love for Guaraná that only a true carioca can understand.

GELSENKIRCHEN, GERMANY - OCTOBER 8: Bryan Lasme of FC Schalke 04 plays the ball during the Second Bundesliga match between FC Schalke 04 and Hertha BSC at Veltins Arena on October 8, 2023 in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. (Photo by Jan Fromme - firo sportphoto/Getty Images)

Karel Geraerts’ Successful Debut: FC Schalke 04 Triumphs Over Heracles Almelo 4-1

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BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - JUNE 4: Karel Geraerts, head coach of Union, pictured during the Jupiler Pro League season 2022 - 2023 match day 6 of Play-off 1 between Royale Union Saint-Gilloise and Club Brugge KV on June 4 , 2023 in Brussels, Belgium. (Photo by Isosport/MB Media/Getty Images)

Schalke Gets off to a Flying Start under Karel Geraerts’ Leadership

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GELSENKIRCHEN, GERMANY - OCTOBER 08: Fans of Schalke react during the Second Bundesliga match between FC Schalke 04 and Hertha BSC at Veltins Arena on October 08, 2023 in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. (Photo by Christof Koepsel/Getty Images)

Renaissance in Blue and White: The Path of Resilience and Renewal of FC Schalke 04

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GELSENKIRCHEN, GERMANY - OCTOBER 8: Mascot Erwin of FC Schalke 04 is seen on the pitch ahead of the Second Bundesliga match between FC Schalke 04 and Hertha BSC at Veltins Arena on October 8, 2023 in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. (Photo by Sebastian El-Saqqa - firo sportphoto/Getty Images)

FC Schalke 04: A Roller Coaster of Triumphs and Challenges

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GELSENKIRCHEN, GERMANY - OCTOBER 8: Yusuf Kabadayi of FC Schalke 04 injured with blood on the face during the Second Bundesliga match between FC Schalke 04 and Hertha BSC at Veltins Arena on October 8, 2023 in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. (Photo by Sebastian El-Saqqa - firo sportphoto/Getty Images)

The Kabadayi Case and Schalke 04’s Solidarity with the Jewish Community

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GELSENKIRCHEN, GERMANY - OCTOBER 8: (LR) Lino Tempelmann of FC Schalke 04 and teammates Timo Baumgartl and Kenan Karaman look dejected during the Second Bundesliga match between FC Schalke 04 and Hertha BSC at Veltins Arena on October 8, 2023 in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. (Photo by Sebastian El-Saqqa - firo sportphoto/Getty Images)

New Acquisitions Promise a New Direction for FC Schalke 04

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GELSENKIRCHEN, GERMANY - OCTOBER 08: Yusuf Kabadayi of FC Schalke 04 runs with the ball during the Second Bundesliga match between FC Schalke 04 and Hertha BSC at Veltins Arena on October 08, 2023 in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. (Photo by Christof Koepsel/Getty Images)

Deep Crisis: FC Schalke 04 Struggling to Stay in 2. Bundesliga

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ANTWERPEN, BELGIUM - MAY 28: Karel Geraerts, head coach of Union, 2023 Champions play-offs match day 5 match between Royal Antwerp FC and Royale Union Saint-Gilloise May 28, 2023 in Antwerp, Belgium. (Photo by Isosport/MB Media/Getty Images)

Karel Geraerts: A Fresh Start for Schalke 04

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ANTWERPEN, BELGIUM - MAY 28: Karel Geraerts, head coach of Union, looks dejected during the Jupiler Pro League season 2022 - 2023 Champions play-offs match day 5 match between Royal Antwerp FC and Royale Union Saint-Gilloise May 28, 2023 in Antwerp, Belgium. (Photo by Isosport/MB Media/Getty Images)

Karel Geraerts: A New Hope for FC Schalke 04

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ANTWERPEN, BELGIUM - MAY 28: Karel Geraerts, head coach of Union, Celebrates after the Jupiler Pro League season 2022 - 2023 Champions play-offs match day 5 match between Royal Antwerp FC and Royale Union Saint-Gilloise May 28, 2023 in Antwerp, Belgium. (Photo by Isosport/MB Media/Getty Images)

Karel Geraerts: A New Era of Optimism at FC Schalke 04

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BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - JUNE 4: Karel Geraerts, head coach of Union, pictured during the Jupiler Pro League season 2022 - 2023 match day 6 of Play-off 1 between Royale Union Saint-Gilloise and Club Brugge KV on June 4 , 2023 in Brussels, Belgium. (Photo by Isosport/MB Media/Getty Images)

FC Schalke 04 Introduces Karel Geraerts: A New Chapter with Potential

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GELSENKIRCHEN, GERMANY - JULY 22: Fans of Schalke 04 during the Pre-Season Club Friendly Match between FC Schalke 04 and FC Twente at the VELTINS-Arena on July 22, 2023 in Gelsenkirchen, Germany (Photo by Jeroen Meuwsen/BSR Agency/GettyImages)

The Alleged Connection between Hitler and Schalke 04

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ANTWERPEN, BELGIUM - MAY 28: Karel Geraerts, head coach of Union, during the Jupiler Pro League season 2022 - 2023 Champions play-offs match day 5 match between Royal Antwerp FC and Royale Union Saint-Gilloise May 28, 2023 in Antwerp, Belgium. (Photo by Isosport/MB Media/Getty Images)

Karel Geraerts: A Promising Bet for Schalke 04’s Future

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Union Berlin's sporting director Oliver Ruhnert enters the pitch prior to the German first division Bundesliga football match between Union Berlin and TSG 1899 Hoffenheim in Berlin, Germany, on September 23, 2023. (Photo by Ronny Hartmann / AFP) / DFL REGULATIONS PROHIBIT ANY USE OF PHOTOGRAPHS AS IMAGE SEQUENCES AND/OR QUASI-VIDEO (Photo by RONNY HARTMANN/AFP via Getty Images)

The Importance of Friendship in the World of Soccer: Norbert Elgert and Oliver Ruhnert

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GELSENKIRCHEN, GERMANY - SEPTEMBER 16: Sebastian Polter of Schalke 04 celebrates his teams fourth goal during the Second Bundesliga match between FC Schalke 04 and 1. FC Magdeburg at Veltins Arena on September 16, 2023 in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. (Photo by Jürgen Fromme - firo sportphoto/Getty Images)

Schalke 04: Challenges and Hopes Ahead of the Clash with Hertha BSC

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GELSENKIRCHEN, GERMANY - SEPTEMBER 16: Lino Tempelmann of Schalke 04 plays the ball during the Second Bundesliga match between FC Schalke 04 and 1. FC Magdeburg at Veltins Arena on September 16, 2023 in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. (Photo by Jürgen Fromme - firo sportphoto/Getty Images)

FC Schalke faces Hertha BSC in a Decisive Match in the Battle Against Relegation

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