PSG are making contingency plans for a Kylian Mbappe departure and Bayern's Robert Lewandowski is part of them. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Thursday, 30 September 2021
Rice guides West Ham, Leicester lose in UEL
West Ham made it two wins out of two in the Europa League after goals by Declan Rice and Said Benrahma secured a 2-0 home victory over Rapid Vienna.
Sub Kane hits hat trick as Spurs win big in ECL
Tottenham Hotspur bounced back from their north London derby defeat with a 5-1 victory over Mura in the European Conference League on Thursday.
Luis Suarez interview: Atletico Madrid's star talks LaLiga, 'hurts' over Barcelona collapse
Luis Suarez didn't want to leave Barcelona, but after being forced out, he's since won LaLiga and found happiness at Atletico Madrid. He talks about the whirlwind to ESPN ahead of Saturday's seismic clash between the two clubs.
Early-season overachievers: Liverpool, Napoli, Leverkusen are red-hot
Several teams are thriving in the first 4-6 weeks and have surpassed their preseason projections. Here are 10 of Europe's hottest so far.
Lozano on eye injury: Docs told me I could die
Mexico's Hirving "Chucky" Lozano feared he would die after being told the injury he suffered at this summer's Gold Cup could be life threatening.
Inter Milan post Italian record losses of $285m
Serie A champions Inter Milan have posted an Italian football record of €245.6 million ($284.6m) losses for the 2020-21 financial year.
No deals with clubs: Southgate on player cuts
Gareth Southgate said he has not cut any deals with clubs despite leaving Jude Bellingham and Mason Greenwood out of his latest England squad.
UCL talking points: Barcelona woes deepen
We asked our writers to answer some big questions around issues surrounding Barcelona, Real Madrid and the Milan clubs in this week's Champions League games.
Man sent to prison for racially abusing player
A man who racially abused West Bromwich Albion midfielder Romaine Sawyers online received an eight-week prison sentence on Thursday.
Ronaldo breaks UCL appearance record
Cristiano Ronaldo broke the all-time Champions League appearance record as his last-minute goal helped Manchester United beat Villarreal.
Sources: Barcelona eye managers Pirlo, Gallardo
Barcelona continue to seek alternatives to replace Ronald Koeman with former Juventus coach Andrea Pirlo and River Plate manager Marcelo Gallardo.
Champions League stats! Ronaldo extends record as UCL’s most clutch goal scorer
Here are the best numbers from matchday 2 of the 2021-22 UEFA Champions League.
Wednesday, 29 September 2021
Juve loss illustrates Chelsea's challenges in competing on multiple fronts
Chelsea looked tired. Thomas Tuchel's tactics didn't work. Repeating as Champions League winners, while mounting a title challenge, won't be easy.
Transfer Talk: Haaland prefers Real Madrid over PSG amid Dortmund's secret pact
Erling Haaland will leave Borussia Dortmund next summer amid reports of a secret pact between his agent and the club. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Ronaldo rescue act delivers vital win for Solskjaer
The pressure on Man United's manager was building when Villarreal took a deserved lead at Old Trafford, but an equaliser for the hosts set the stage for Cristiano Ronaldo's late show.
Bad to worse for Barca as 3/10 Garcia sums up woeful display
Eric Garcia was at fault for one goal and was eventually sent off as Barcelona stumbled to an embarrassing 3-0 Champions League defeat at Benfica.
Late drama as Ronaldo leads Man Utd to victory
Cristiano Ronaldo scored a stoppage-time winner for Manchester United as they came from behind to win against Villarreal at Old Trafford.
Chiesa goal gives Juventus victory over Chelsea
Thomas Tuchel suffered his second successive 1-0 defeat as Juventus claimed victory over Chelsea in the Champions League on Wednesday.
Catalan calamity: Benfica beat hapless Barcelona
Barcelona's fortunes took another downward turn after Benfica beat the beleaguered Catalan club in Champions League group stage action on Wednesday.
LIVE: Ronaldo, Man United need UCL points
After losing their Champions League opener, Man United cannot afford another slip-up. In their way, however, are Villarreal, who prevailed when the teams met in May’s Europa League final.
Why Sheriff's win over Real Madrid can be celebrated and lamented
Sheriff Tiraspol's Champions League fairytale, including Tuesday's 2-1 win over Real Madrid, is a reminder of how unfairly rare it is for a small nation to even get a chance at this level.
McKennie in USMNT squad; Pulisic, Reyna out
Chelsea's Christian Pulisic and Borussia Dortmund's Gio Reyna have been left off the USMNT squad due to injuries.
PSG's team ethic and Verratti masterclass key to statement win
Lionel Messi will get the headlines for his first PSG goal but Mauricio Pochettino's men played as a team to get the better of Manchester City in the Champions League on Tuesday.
LaLiga hack €300M from Barca spending cap
Barcelona's financial crisis has been laid bare after LaLiga cut €300 million from their spending limit, with six clubs now allowed to spend more.
'What are you doing there?' Messi lays behind PSG wall for free kick
On the night that Lionel Messi scored his first goal for PSG, he also showed he's willing to get his hands dirty and take one for his new team.
Arsenal blow: Xhaka out with 'significant' injury
Arsenal's Granit Xhaka will be out for three months after suffering a significant injury to his medial knee ligament against Tottenham on Sunday.
Tuesday, 28 September 2021
Transfer Talk: PSG's Donnarumma eyes Juventus move amid Navas drama
PSG keeper Gianluigi Donnarumma is eyeing a move to Juventus amid tensions with incumbent keeper Keylor Navas. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Could Messi's partnership with Neymar, Mbappe hinder PSG?
Lionel Messi scored in the win vs. Man City, but with Neymar and Kylian Mbappe also keen to get on the scoresheet, PSG's attack looked less than the sum of its parts.
Sheriff stars on Real Madrid upset: Why not dream?
Sheriff Tiraspol's Frank Castaneda said he believed his side could pull off the upset against Real Madrid in Champions League group stage play.
Jones 10/10 in Liverpool's massive win at Porto
Liverpool enjoyed a near-perfect trip to Porto in Champions League play, with Curtis Jones and Mohamed Salah superb throughout the Reds' 5-1 win.
Alaba and Courtois 5/10 as Real Madrid suffer shock defeat
Real Madrid were stunned by Moldovan minnows Sheriff Tiraspol in the Champions League and it was down to their defence.
New Sheriff in town: Moldovan club stuns Madrid
Real Madrid suffered a shock 2-1 loss to upstart side Sheriff Tiraspol in the return of Champions League action to the renovated Bernabeu stadium.
Salah, Firmino at the double as Liverpool win big
Liverpool continued their perfect start in Champions League Group B with a comfortable 5-1 win against Porto.
LIVE: Messi starts as PSG host Man City
Fit-again Lionel Messi plays with Neymar and Kylian Mbappe against Pep Guardiola’s side in Paris. PSG drew their first Champions League game of the season; Man City thrashed Leipzig.
The biggest star every top European team has traded
There have been some megastars who have left top European clubs over the years, but which transfers were the biggest?
UEFA, CONMEBOL confirm Italy vs. Argentina tie
European Championship winners Italy will face Copa America winners Argentina in June 2022, it was announced on Tuesday.
COVID-19: Kante positive, will miss Juve match
N'Golo Kante will miss Chelsea's Champions League trip to Juventus on Wednesday after testing positive for COVID-19.
Solskjaer backs himself despite Man Utd's form
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has backed himself to turn around Manchester United's form amid increasing pressure surrounding his job at Old Trafford.
Arsenal and Barcelona among Europe's youngest teams - CIES report
The latest CIES Football Observatory report looks into the youngest teams playing in world football, and it's good news for Arsenal and Barca fans.
England World Cup winner Roger Hunt dies
Roger Hunt, who won the World Cup with England in 1966, has died at the age of 83.
Prodigious Ansu and Gavi give Barca hope of a brighter future
Barcelona are in financial ruin, and results aren't much better, yet two prodigies are raising hope for what 2022 and beyond will bring.
Super League row: UEFA seeks to remove judge
UEFA on Tuesday took legal action to remove the judge from a Spanish court case thwarting the try to punish Barcelona, Real Madrid and Juventus.
Monday, 27 September 2021
Transfer Talk: Man Utd cool on West Ham's Rice, eye Leed's Phillips
Having been linked with West Ham's Declan Rice, Manchester United are now eyeing Leeds' Kalvin Phillips. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Case voided vs. Super League trio Real, Barca, Juve
UEFA have nullified legal action against breakaway Super League clubs Real Madrid, Barcelona and Juventus.
Messi, Dybala on Argentina squad amid injuries
Lionel Messi and Paulo Dybala have been included in the Argentina squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers despite injury concerns.
Ellen Fokkema's historic game for a Dutch men's team: "I hope I won't be the last"
Ellen Fokkema made Dutch football history when she became the first woman to play for a senior men's team in a league match. ESPN was there.
Was Chelsea's approach wrong vs. Man City? PLUS: Arsenal thump Spurs, Fati's return for Barcelona
Man City were perfect vs. Chelsea, but the Blues' approach made it too easy. PLUS: Fati's emotional return for Barcelona and Arsenal rout Spurs.
MLS Power Rankings: Seattle cements its superiority in the West
Seattle went to Kansas City for a top-of-the-West showdown, and proved itself the class of the conference and a favorite of our MLS Power Rankings.
Pochettino: PSG need time to win trophies
Mauricio Pochettino has called for time to turn Paris Saint-Germain's squad of superstars into a team capable of winning the Champions League.
Guardiola: I don't know how to stop Messi
Pep Guardiola has said he does not know how to stop Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Neymar.
Klopp wants 'reaction' after Brentford slip-up
Jurgen Klopp said he wants to see a "reaction" from Liverpool in the Champions League at Porto after his side conceded three goals at Brentford.
Can Solskjaer break his boom-and-bust cycle at Man United?
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is going nowhere. What that statement actually means depends on your view of the Manchester United manager. But he can't keep going round in circles.
Stats of the weekend! Salah's century, Real Madrid's streak, Jose's woe
ESPN brings you the best stats from the weekend European football action.
Sunday, 26 September 2021
Weekend review: Guardiola bests Tuchel
Manchester City reminded why they are champions, Madrid hit a bump in the road, Inter and Atalanta enthralled and Arsenal claimed derby-day spoils.
Transfer Talk: Juve, Milan keen on USMNT's Pepi
Dallas' 18-year-old forward Ricardo Pepi has caught the eye of Italy's biggest clubs, and a host more across Europe. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Arsenal can be more optimistic than Tottenham
An impressive North London derby win saw Arsenal stay on the right track and leapfrog their rivals in the Premier League table, but both clubs have ambitions well beyond midtable finishes.
Arsenal pile misery on Spurs with derby win
Three first half goals were Tottenham Hotspur's downfall at the Emirates on Sunday as they lost the north London derby 3-1 to Arsenal.
Nuno: I made bad decisions in Arsenal loss
Tottenham Hotspur boss Nuno Espirito Santo has said he is to blame for his team's shambolic 3-1 defeat at Arsenal on Sunday.
USWNT's Heath makes Arsenal debut in 5-0 win
United States women's national team forward Tobin Heath made her debut with Arsenal on Sunday as they beat Manchester City 4-0.
Follow LIVE: Arsenal host Spurs in North London derby
First-half goals from Emile Smith Rowe, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Bukayo Saka set up an impressive victory for Arsenal. Son Heung-Min scored a late consolation for Tottenham.
Jimenez back on scoresheet as Wolves win
Wolverhampton Wanderers beat winless Southampton 1-0 in the Premier League on Sunday at St Mary's Stadium.
Ansu nets in first Barcelona match for 10 months
Ansu Fati scored on his first Barcelona appearance in 10 months to ease the pressure on boss Ronald Koeman in a 3-0 win over Levante.
Dest, Depay and Gavi shine for Barca; Ansu Fati scores on return
Barcelona had only 16 outfield players to choose from but impressed in a 3-0 win over Levante.
Man Utd ship six at home in defeat to Chelsea
Manchester United were hammered 6-1 by Chelsea on Sunday in the Women's Super League, continuing their winless track record against the side.
Fernandes vows to come back stronger after miss
Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes vowed to come back stronger.after missing his stoppage-time penalty against Aston Villa.
Juve earn nervy win; 20 without clean sheet
Paulo Dybala scored a superb goal before leaving the pitch in tears with an injury as Juventus beat Sampdoria 3-2 in Turin on Sunday.
Saturday, 25 September 2021
CONCACAF punishes Suriname VP over viral video
Suriname vice president Ronnie Brunswijk has been punished by CONCACAF after a video showed him allegedly passing out cash to opposing players.
Messi watches as PSG win ahead of City clash
With Lionel Messi watching from the stands, PSG beat Montpellier on goals from Idrissa Gueye and Julian Draxler.
Real Madrid's Courtois critical of ref's no-call
Thibaut Courtois has criticised the referee's failure to award Real Madrid a penalty in their 0-0 draw with Villarreal.
Transfer Talk: Chelsea, Liverpool, Bayern circle for Juventus' Chiesa
Chelsea, Liverpool and Bayern Munich are keen on Juventus winger Federico Chiesa. Transfer Talk has the latest.
David Alaba superb, Real Madrid struggle vs. Villarreal in goalless draw
Alaba and Courtois led by example, but Real Madrid's star-studded attack couldn't generate a decisive chance in a 0-0 draw.
Jones, Jota best for Liverpool in frustrating draw at Brentford
Curtis Jones and Diogo Jota were the lone bright spots for Liverpool on a sloppy, entertaining trip to Brentford.
LIVE: Real Madrid look to extend their LaLiga lead
Eden Hazard is on the bench as Real Madrid host Villarreal at the Bernabeu in Saturday's late game. Victory for Carlo Ancelotti's side would put them five points clear atop the league. Follow LIVE with ESPN.
Liverpool draw with Brentford in six-goal thriller
Substitute Yoane Wissa scored in the 82nd minute to help Brentford snatch a 3-3 draw against Liverpool on Saturday in the Premier League.
LIVE: Can Liverpool open a gap at the top?
Jurgen Klopp's Reds can go three points clear of Chelsea and Man City with a victory at Brentford on Saturday. Can they do it? Follow LIVE with ESPN.
Tuchel defends Lukaku after Man City defeat
Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel insisted Romelu Lukaku was not to blame for their 1-0 defeat to Manchester City.
Dutch woman makes debut for men's senior side
Ellen Fokkema made Dutch football history on Saturday when she became the first woman to play for a senior men's team in a league match.
Maldini scores on full debut in AC Milan win
One of Italian football's most famous names returned to a Serie A scoresheet on Saturday when Daniel Maldini netted in a 2-1 win for AC Milan.
Man United slump and mounting injuries a worrying trend for Solskjaer
After defeat to Aston Villa, Man United have now lost three of their last four games. What happens in the next few will be crucial for their boss.
Gabriel Jesus wins battle of strikers over Lukaku in key Man City win
Man City's win over Chelsea was a tale of two strikers, but in the end it was Gabriel Jesus who won the day ahead of Blues' record signing, Lukaku.
Ole defends Fernandes on pen ahead of Ronaldo
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer defended his decision to let Bruno Fernandes rather than Cristiano Ronaldo take a penalty during the 1-0 defeat to Aston Villa.
Man Utd beaten at home; Fernandes misses pen
Manchester United were beaten 1-0 at Old Trafford by Aston Villa on Saturday following Kortney Hause's 88th-minute winner.
Man City earn important win vs. Chelsea
Manchester City narrowly beat Chelsea 1-0 in an entertaining clash at Stamford Bridge on Saturday.
Ansu Fati back in Barca squad after 10 months
Barcelona forward Ansu Fati is in line to make his return to action this weekend after over 10 months out with a serious knee injury.
Friday, 24 September 2021
Ole on Utd's slow starts: Let's just be a goal down
Manchester United's Ole Gunnar Solskjaer spoke about the tendency to start games slowly and joked that his side should start matches a goal down.
Pep: City lack star like Kane, Lukaku, Ronaldo
Pep Guardiola says Manchester City are missing a goalscoring "weapon" after missing out on Harry Kane.
Klopp unhappy about schedule after intl. break
Jurgen Klopp has said he is concerned about Liverpool's fixture schedule after the international break next month.
Transfer Talk: Man City to swoop past Real Madrid for PSG's Kylian Mbappe?
Could Manchester City swoop in past Real Madrid to sign PSG star Kylian Mbappe? Transfer Talk has the latest.
Embattled Koeman to miss crucial Barca-Atleti clash
Embattled Barcelona boss Ronald Koeman is set to miss a crucial clash vs. Atletico Madrid after he received a two-match ban for a red card at Cadiz.
Ancelotti backs Benzema for Ballon d'Or
Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti has backed Karim Benzema to be a Ballon d'Or contender this year after an extraordinary start to the LaLiga season
Brazil call up eight Prem-based players
Brazil coach Tite has included eight Premier League-based players for next month's World Cup qualifiers at Venezuela, Colombia and Uruguay.
Tuchel: No miracle needed to beat Man City
Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel believes "it does not take a miracle" to beat Manchester City but rejected the idea he has Pep Guardiola's number.
Ole vs. Klopp: Utd boss digs out penalty claims
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has aimed a dig at Jurgen Klopp over the Liverpool boss' claims Man United have been handed too many penalties.
Messi missing again for PSG with bone problem
Lionel Messi has been ruled out of Paris Saint-Germain's match against Montpellier as he has not fully recovered from a bone bruising injury.
Klopp confirms yet another Thiago injury blow
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has said that midfielder Thiago will be out of action until mid-October after suffering a calf injury.
'I bet Messi never has to deal with this' - De Roon can't give shirts away
Atalanta's Marten de Roon went to the club shop and offered to pay for jerseys with his name on the back. But nobody showed up.
Top clubs slam FIFA's 'destructive' WC plans
Europe's leading clubs have accused FIFA of attempting to "railroad" through plans for a biennial World Cup which they claim would be "destructive."
Man United's Rice pursuit takes a twist; sheep not to blame for Ronaldo move
ESPN's Insider Notebook has the latest as Man United's Declan Rice move has taken a twist. Plus: Why sheep aren't to blame for Cristiano Ronaldo moving house.
Chelsea vs. Man City: Tuchel vs. Guardiola, title questions, key players
Tuchel and Chelsea have beaten Guardiola and Man City in three straight games since April 17: what will Saturday's game hold? We break it down.
Real Madrid's Benzema making a case to be the best in the world
Karim Benzema said he plays for those who "know" the game. Evidenced by his fine form, we've only just begun to understand it as well as he does.
'Heartbroken' Lisa De Vanna walks away from football
In an exclusive interview with ESPN, Matildas legend Lisa De Vanna opens up about Alen Stajcic and why she is leaving football.
Thursday, 23 September 2021
Under pressure Koeman irked by refs in Barca draw
Under fire Barcelona coach Ronald Koeman blasted the officiating after he and Frenkie de Jong were both sent off against Cadiz.
Abraham scores to give Mourinho's Roma narrow win
Tammy Abraham's first-half strike earned AS Roma a 1-0 win over Udinese on Thursday to send them fourth in Serie A.
De Jong sent off in 5/10 showing as Barca bereft of ideas
Frenkie de Jong was unlucky to be sent off, but Barcelona can have few complaints about a 0-0 draw at Cadiz that piles pressure on Ronald Koeman.
De Jong sees red in goalless Barca-Cadiz draw
Barcelona had another disappointing result on Thursday night, being held to a 0-0 draw with Cadiz in a match at the Nuevo Mirandilla.
Transfer Talk: Barca want Man City's Torres to improve attacking options
Goals are hard to come by for Barca this season, which has the Catalans plotting a move for Man City's Ferran Torres. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Barcelona-Real Madrid 'Clasico' set for Oct. 24
Even without Lionel Messi or Sergio Ramos, there'll be plenty of starpower when Barcelona host Real Madrid in 'El Clasico' on Oct. 24.
LIVE: Struggling Barcelona face Cadiz test
With Barcelona sitting a lowly ninth in LaLiga and speculation increasing about his future, Ronald Koeman needs a pressure-releasing win at Cadiz.
Hertha Berlin's Windhorst promised Bundesliga glory. So what went wrong?
Investment guru Windhorst came to Hertha Berlin with big talk and even bigger dreams, but things haven't gone according to plan. Far from it.
It's not money, so what is the secret to Sevilla's success?
After years of LaLiga being a battle between Barcelona and Reak Madrid, recent years have seen Atletico Madrid become a third title contender. Could Sevilla make it a big four in Spain?
Early season slumps: Juve, Arsenal need to wake up
A rough start dooms you in the NFL, but soccer's long season offers plenty of room for redemption. Here are the teams that need to wake up quick.
Barca pres fires warning about Koeman's future
Ronald Koeman's Barcelona future doesn't rest on Thursday's game at Cadiz, Joan Laporta has said, but he is not afraid to make a call.
Lukaku wants CEO talks over social media abuse
Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku has urged social media CEOs to hold discussions with football players and clubs to help combat online abuse.
Benzema's greatest moments after hitting 200 LaLiga goals
Karim Benzema secured another man-of-the-match performance for Real Madrid on Wednesday -- and in the process hit his 200th LaLiga goal.
UEFA double Women's Euro 2022 prize fund
UEFA has doubled its prize fund for the 2022 Women's European Championship to €16 million with increased guaranteed payments for the 16 teams.
Video of Suriname VP probed by CONCACAF
CONCACAF has opened an investigation after a video showed Suriname's vice president handing out money to Olimpia players after a game.
Neymar fumes after Lyon player booked for flick
Paris Saint-Germain's Neymar has said that the "beautiful game is over" after Lyon's Lucas Paqueta was booked for attempting a rainbow flick.
Flamengo are eyeing Copa Libertadores final after win over Ecuador's Barcelona
In a true David vs. Goliath tale, Brazilian powerhouse Flamengo showed their talent and depth in their first-leg win over Ecuadorian side Barcelona.
Wednesday, 22 September 2021
More Ligue 1 chaos at Marseille-Angers match
There was more fan disorder in Ligue 1 on Wednesday as Marseille supporters ran onto the field and clashed with Angers counterparts.
Transfer Talk: Dortmund see Juventus' Chiesa as Haaland replacement
Borussia Dortmund will move for Juventus star Federico Chiesa as a replacement for Erling Haaland next summer. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Martial, Man United reserves do little to suggest they deserve more
Man United made 11 changes for their Carabao Cup tie vs. West Ham, but the Red Devils would miss the production of their regulars in a sorry defeat.
Real Madrid's Asensio gets 9/10 for hat trick in thrashing of Mallorca
Marco Asensio has been starved of minutes this season, but he made the most of his chance from Carlo Ancelotti with a hat trick on a stellar night.
Carabao Cup draw: Arsenal-Leeds, W. Ham-City
Man City will face West Ham in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup, while Arsenal welcome Leeds United.
Lacazette goal, assist sees Arsenal past Wimbledon
Arsenal beat third-tier AFC Wimbledon in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday night, with Alexandre Lacazette scoring once and setting up the second.
LIVE: Man United welcome West Ham to Old Trafford
West Ham travel to Old Trafford for the Carabao Cup fourth round, where Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has selected a largely reserve side as Manchester United have their eyes on a place in the round of 16.
Why FIFA wants a biennial World Cup: Money is obvious, but it would address inequality
FIFA is doing a poor job of pitching a World Cup every two years, but the profits would help their primary mission: develop the game globally.
LIVE: Man United welcome West Ham to Old Trafford
West Ham travel to Old Trafford for the Carabao Cup fourth round, where Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has selected a largely reserve side as Manchester United have their eyes on a place in the round of 16.
Juve earn first Serie A win since Ronaldo exit
Matthijs de Ligt's second-half strike earned Juventus their first victory of the Serie A season at the fifth attempt, with a 3-2 win at Spezia.
UEFA demand a say over FIFA World Cup plans
UEFA has intensified its opposition to FIFA's push for a biennial World Cup system, demanding "genuine consultation" over the proposals.
Rodriguez joins Al Rayyan from Everton
Everton midfielder James Rodriguez has joined Qatar side Al Rayyan, the club announced on Wednesday.
Rooney's Derby handed 12-point deduction
Derby County will be deducted 12 points after the Championship side entered administration, the English Football League (EFL) said on Wednesday.
Tetchy Koeman skips questions on Barca future
Barcelona coach Ronald Koeman refused to take questions from the media on Wednesday as he begged to be given more time.
Liverpool's Anfield to be expanded to 61,000
Liverpool press on with the planned expansion of Anfield with an official ground-breaking ceremony scheduled for next week.
Ronaldo overtakes Messi as world's highest-paid soccer star
There are no prizes for guessing the two best-paid players in the world, but Lionel Messi plays second fiddle to Cristiano Ronaldo in earnings.
Suriname VP, 60, breaks oldest player record
Suriname Vice President Ronnie Brunswijk made history by becoming the oldest player, at 60 years old, to play in an international club competition.
Atleti CEO: FIFA damaging clubs in calendar row
The Atletico Madrid CEO has warned that clubs may be forced to turn to a Super League-type alternative as "the only solution could be emancipation."
Hulk misses penalty to hand advantage to Palmeiras
There was no shortage of experience when Palmeiras met Atletico Mineiro in the first leg of an all-Brazilian semifinal of the Copa Libertadores.
Ronaldo's mother: I want him back at Sporting
If Cristiano Ronaldo won't return to Sporting Lisbon, she said she would settle for her grandson, Cristiano Jr, to join the Portuguese champions.
The biggest star every top Premier League team has traded
There have been some megastars leaving the top Premier League clubs over the years, but which transfers were the biggest?
Arteta's Arsenal struggles aren't unique: Why top assistants often struggle as managers
Arteta has found it tougher since he stepped up from being Guardiola's No. 2 at Man City. He's not alone in struggling with that transition, either.
Tuesday, 21 September 2021
Transfer Talk: Bayern may need €100m for transfer of Leverkusen's Wirtz
If Bayern Munich seek to bring in Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz, they will need to pay at least €100 million. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Simon on Olympic milestones, World Cup prep and Tottenham move
Australia striker Kyah Simon shone at the Olympics and now has a new club home at Tottenham. She speaks to ESPN about her year.
England cruise to 10-0 win in World Cup qualifier
England women eased to a 10-0 win in their World Cup qualifier over Luxembourg on Tuesday as boss Sarina Wiegman continued her perfect start.
Minamino double sees Liverpool past Norwich City
Takumi Minamino scored twice in a Liverpool win over Norwich City in the Carabao Cup third round on Tuesday night.
Man City survive brief scare in 6-1 Carabao Cup win
Manchester City recovered from a goal down against Wycombe to win 6-1 at the Etihad Stadium and look for a fifth consecutive Carabao Cup win.
MLS, Liga MX plan World Cup-style tourney for '23
MLS and Liga MX will take part in a revamped, World Cup-style Leagues Cup in 2023 -- one that will see every team from each league take part.
Ancelotti on Madrid style: 'Winning comes first'
Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti said "winning comes first" rather than playing with an entertaining style after a pair of late wins last week.
'Ted Lasso' and its Cristiano Ronaldo moment: How the hit show goes for realistic soccer
It's hard to depict soccer on TV, but hit comedy "Ted Lasso" has done it better than most: Just look at this famous free kick (with no CGI).
Nuno: So many problems to solve at Tottenham
Tottenham Hotspur head coach Nuno Espirito Santo said there are "so many problems that we have to solve" after a difficult start to the season.
Hungary handed stadium ban for racist incidents
Hungary have been told play their next World Cup qualifier without fans following racist incidents when they faced England earlier this month.
Sevilla sack player for lack of professionalism
Sevilla have sacked defender Joris Gnagnon after long-term concerns over the player's professionalism and physical condition.
USL unveils new pro women's soccer league
The United Soccer League will create a professional Division II women's league starting in 2023, the USL Super League, it was announced Tuesday.
Messi bone injury scare for PSG, set for scans
Paris Saint-Germain's Lionel Messi has sustained a left knee injury and is in doubt for their Champions League game vs. Manchester City next week.
Sources: Barcelona looking to replace Koeman
Ronald Koeman is expected to remain in charge for Barcelona's trip to Cadiz but the club are exploring options to replace him, sources told ESPN
UEFA could be punished over ESL ruling - judge
A judge has demanded UEFA comply with an injunction ordering the suspension of disciplinary proceedings over the ESL project, or face punishment.
Hungry Like the Wolf? Wolves first UK club to launch music record label
Wolverhampton Wanderers have become the first football club in the UK to launch their own in-house record label.
Pick your crisis: Barcelona have many to choose from
Barcelona have no shortage of problems right now but their entire concept of how to play has been eroded and Ronald Koeman's tactics aren't helping. Where do they go from here?
Alonso to stop taking a knee: Losing its strength
Chelsea defender Marcos Alonso has said he will stop taking a knee before matches this season because the gesture is "losing a bit of strength."
Beckham's son Romeo makes pro debut at Miami
David Beckham's son Romeo has begun to follow in his father's footsteps after making his professional football debut for Inter Miami's reserve team.
Monday, 20 September 2021
Troubled Koeman: It's not the same Barcelona
Under-pressure Ronald Koeman said he doesn't have the players to play Barcelona's style of football following Monday's 1-1 draw with Granada.
Araujo salvages point for Barca with 9/10 performance
Ronald Araujo was immense at both ends of the pitch, but Barcelona will be especially thankful for his late equaliser in the 1-1 draw vs. Granada.
Transfer Talk: Barcelona, PSG to battle for Pogba, Kessie in midfielder search
Barcelona and PSG are in the market for attack-minded midfielders and Paul Pogba and Franck Kessie could fit the bill. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Barca need late goal to salvage Granada draw
Ronald Araujo's late header salvaged a draw for Barcelona against Granada at the Camp Nou on Monday night.
Napoli continue perfect start to top Serie A
Napoli maintained their perfect start to the Serie A season with a rampant 4-0 victory at Udinese on Monday.
LIVE: Koeman, Barcelona need win against Granada
Despite an unbeaten start to the LaLiga season, tension remains high; last week’s Champions League defeat to Bayern Munich means manager Ronaldo Koeman needs some good news.
Aussie rules! Overseas ref to make Prem history
Australian Jarred Gillett will become the first overseas official to referee a Premier League clash when Watford host Newcastle United on Saturday.
Barcelona the last hope of preventing all-Brazilian Libertadores final
Can Ecuador's Barcelona keep the Copa Libertadores final from being an all-Brazilian affair? They'll need to take out a super-club to do so.
Chelsea beat Tottenham with ease, PSG's super-trio needs work, Juventus in deep trouble
Chelsea are still a work in progress but comfortably beat Spurs. PLUS: Messi gets subbed off before PSG beat Lyon, and Juventus are in free-fall.
MLS Power Rankings: Nashville stumbles, Atlanta continues climb
Nashville's five-game unbeaten streak came to an end at the hands of Toronto, leading NSC to slip in this week's edition of MLS Power Rankings.
Sources: De Gea still faces GK battle at United
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will not tell David De Gea he is Manchester United No. 1 despite his dramatic penalty save against West Ham United.
Sources: James in talks to quit Everton for Qatar
James Rodriguez is discussing a move to Qatari club Al Rayyan after Everton gave him permission to negotiate a move, sources have told ESPN.
FIFA begins push for biennial World Cup
On Sept. 30, FIFA will begin meeting with meet with soccer clubs and players' unions in its efforts to organize a men's World Cup every two years.
Guardiola fumes at fans, but his real issue is with his attacking options
Man City don't have a Cristiano Ronaldo, Romelu Lukaku or Mo Salah and that could hurt them soon. So why is their manager picking on fans?
Bayern Munich's Oktoberfest kit a hit as Bundesliga champions win 7-0
Oktoberfest was cancelled for a second year due to COVID-19 but Bayern Munich paid homage with a one-off kit this weekend.
Sunday, 19 September 2021
Transfer Talk: Liverpool, Chelsea keeping tabs on Bayern's Kingsley Coman
Kingsley Coman is looking for the exits at Bayern and Liverpool and Chelsea have taken notice. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Weekend review: Lionel Messi subbed but PSG find a way
An Argentine saved the day for PSG, but maybe not the one you think. Meanwhile, Liverpool showed depth and Inter's new striker proved his worth.
Messi subbed on home debut in late PSG win
Lionel Messi was substituted late on during his home debut for Paris Saint-Germain in a late 2-1 win over Lyon.
Vinicius, Benzema goals as Real rally for win
Real Madrid forwards Vinicius Junior and Karim Benzema scored late to earn a fightback win over Valencia in LaLiga.
Chelsea benefit from Tuchel's tweak to display title credentials
By introducing N'Golo Kante and switching formation at half-time, Thomas Tuchel's key move saw Chelsea ultimately ease past London rivals Tottenham.
Solskjaer mocks Man Utd sack claims after win
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer refused to answer questions about Manchester United's title hopes instead joking about the turnaround in mood at Old Trafford.
LIVE: Real Madrid face Valencia test
Karim Benzema and Real Madrid know that victory will take them to the top of LaLiga. However, Valencia have also started the season well and can take first place with a win of their own.
Lingard, De Gea vindicate Solskjaer's game plan
After a difficult week in the Champions League, Man Utd's comeback win said plenty about their attitude, but also served as a reminder of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's options off the bench.
Chelsea's second-half goal flurry sinks Spurs
Chelsea earned an impressive 3-0 win at Tottenham on Sunday thanks to second-half goals from Thiago Silva, N'Golo Kante and Antonio Rudiger.
Haaland brace as Dortmund cruise past Union Berlin
Erling Haaland scored twice, including a spectacular lob, to guide Borussia Dortmund to a 4-2 victory over Union Berlin on Sunday.
Mourinho suffers first defeat as Roma boss
Jose Mourinho suffered his first defeat since returning to coach in Italy as his AS Roma side were beaten 3-2 by Hellas Verona.
LIVE: Tottenham host Chelsea in London derby
Son Heung-Min returns to the home side’s line-up, while Chelsea make a change in goal as Kepa Arrizabalaga replaces the injured Edouard Mendy. Spurs kick off in seventh; Chelsea are fifth.
Lingard, Ronaldo inspire Man Utd comeback win
Super-sub Jesse Lingard scored a stunning last-minute winner as Manchester United secured a comeback 2-1 win at West Ham on Sunday.
Follow LIVE: West Ham host Man United
Manchester United could go back to the top of the Premier League table with a big win away to West Ham United, who themselves can climb up to second with a victory.
Koeman doesn't fear sack at Barca amid rumours
Barcelona coach Ronald Koeman said he doesn't fear the sack amid renewed speculation about his future following the 3-0 defeat to Bayern Munich.
England, Spurs legend Greaves dies aged 81
Former England, Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur striker Jimmy Greaves has died at the age of 81. One of England's greatest forwards, Greaves scored 44 goals in 57 caps.
Saturday, 18 September 2021
Transfer Talk: Man Utd have inside track for Dortmund's Bellingham
Manchester United are in pole position to sign Borussia Dortmund youngster Jude Bellingham. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Salah, Mane 8/10 as they fire Liverpool to victory vs. Palace
Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane were in goal-scoring form and earned 8/10 as Liverpool picked up three points against Crystal Palace.
Partey gives Arsenal foundation to begin building momentum
It wasn't always pretty, but Arsenal got a much-needed win at Burnley, thanks in large part to the foundational play of Thomas Partey and Gabriel.
Lens v Lille derby suspended amid crowd trouble
The kickoff to the second half of the Ligue 1 derby between RC Lens and Lille was delayed after crowd trouble erupted at halftime on Saturday.
Ancelotti 'surprised' by Camavinga's Real impact
Carlo Ancelotti said he has been surprised by the instant impact and "personality" of Eduardo Camavinga at Real Madrid.
VAR rescues Man City in 0-0 draw with Saints
Manchester City needed the help of VAR to save them from a home defeat to Southampton in a game which finished 0-0.
Mane nets 100th Liverpool goal in win vs. Palace
Sadio Mane scored his 100th goal for Liverpool as they eased to a 3-0 victory over Crystal Palace at Anfield on Saturday.
Bayern Munich hit seven in Bundesliga thriller
Champions Bayern Munich fired four first-half goals past promoted VfL Bochum and went on to thrash the visitors 7-0 on Saturday.
Arsenal recovery continues as Burnley beaten
Martin Odegaard scored the only goal of the game as Arsenal continued their recovery from a poor start to the season with a 1-0 win at Burnley.
Toney scores, assists as Brentford beat Wolves
Brentford claimed their first away victory in the Premier League with a 2-0 success at Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday.
Milan file complaint over Lazio racist chants
AC Milan filed a complaint with the Italian Football Federation prosecutor's office over racist chants from Lazio fans during last week's match.
England women win 8-0 in World Cup qualifier
England's women's team began their World Cup qualifying campaign in resounding fashion with an 8-0 thrashing of North Macedonia.
Friday, 17 September 2021
Tuchel: I expected Kane to make City switch
Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel has said he expected Harry Kane to join Manchester City but insisted he is happy the striker remained at Spurs.
Transfer Talk: Man Utd eye Rice as perfect partner for Pogba
Manchester United will prioritise a move for West Ham United star Declan Rice next summer. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Derby set for administration amid financial woes
Derby County have filed a notice to appoint administrators amid continued financial problems at the club.
Brazil great Pele back in ICU for reflux
Brazil football legend Pele has re-entered an intensive care unit at Sao Paulo's Albert Einstein Hospital on Friday.
Lingard returns to West Ham seeking to prove himself again
He demonstrated his considerable skill while scoring nine goals on loan at West Ham last season, but Jesse Lingard is back on the bench at Man United, so has it all to do once more.
Juve lose $246m, insist Super League legitimate
Juventus said they remain convinced of the Super League's "legitimacy" as they announced an annual loss of nearly €210 million on Friday.
Sources: No Arsenal contract offer for Lacazette
Alexandre Lacazette has no contract offer from Arsenal despite entering the final year of his existing contract, sources have told ESPN.
Guardiola on fans beef: I won't apologise
Pep Guardiola said he will not apologise for his comments about Manchester City fans following the Champions League victory over RB Leipzig.
Beckham increases Inter Miami ownership stake
David Beckham has increased his ownership stake in Major League Soccer side Inter Miami CF, the club announced.
Klopp bats away questions over Salah future
Jurgen Klopp has said there is "nothing to say" on Mohamed Salah's future at Anfield as contract negotiations over a new deal at the club rumble on.
Woodward backs Solskjaer to deliver at Man Utd
Ed Woodward has said Manchester United remain committed to helping Ole Gunnar Solskjaer deliver success at Old Trafford.
Barca deny Koeman sacking has been discussed
Barcelona vice president Eduard Romeu has said firing Ronald Koeman has not been discussed.
City fans snap at Guardiola: Stick to coaching
Manchester City's official supporters club has told manager Pep Guardiola to stick to coaching after he mentioned the empty seats at the Etihad.
Kane needs to remind Tottenham of his quality after summer saga
Harry Kane has been underperforming since failing to sign for Manchester City. Sunday's clash vs. Chelsea would be the perfect time to hit form.
Barcelona's decline is no surprise, it's their new reality
Barcelona's poor form isn't an anomaly right now, but a reminder of how far the super-club has fallen, and there's little anyone can do.
Who'll be next to join Premier League's 100 Club? Mane, Sterling, Ronaldo?
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah became the 30th player to score 100 Premier League goals last weekend. Who will be the competition's next centurion?
Thursday, 16 September 2021
Lloyd nets 5 in win to start USWNT farewell tour
The U.S. women's national team completely outclassed Paraguay in a friendly win in Cleveland on Thursday night, with Carli Lloyd netting five goals.
Southgate wants more women in England staff
England men's national team coach Gareth Southgate has said there are not enough women involved in his side's backroom staff.
Napoli fight back to deny Leicester City
Striker Victor Osimhen scored a second-half brace as Napoli fought back to earn a 2-2 draw at Leicester City in a pulsating Europa League draw.
Transfer Talk: Juventus eye Arsenal's Lacazette in winter move
Juventus are preparing a move for Arsenal striker Alexandre Lacazette in January. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Spurs suffer injury scares in ECL draw at Rennes
Tottenham rescued a 2-2 draw at Rennes in their Europa Conference League opener but suffered injury concerns to Steven Bergwijn and Lucas Moura.
Solskjaer: Reaction to Man Utd loss over the top
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said the reaction to his team's Champions League defeat to Young Boys has been has been over the top.
FIFA: Survey shows fans back biennial World Cup
FIFA said it has fan backing for the much-criticised plan to shift to a biennial World Cup after releasing the summary of results of a survey.
Arteta denies rift with goalkeeper Leno
Mikel Arteta has dismissed reports of a rift with goalkeeper Bernd Leno.
Sources: Chelsea risk losing Rudiger on free
Chelsea are risking losing Antonio Rudiger on a free transfer next summer as they refuse to meet his demands over a new contract.
Spurs' new kit more proof that third jersey designs are wilder than ever
Tottenham Hotspur have revealed their new third kit, following the 2021-22 season's trend for crazy alternate jerseys among top clubs.
UCL talking points: Barca in trouble, young stars shine
What caught your eye Matchday 1? Which big clubs could miss the round of 16? James Olley, Julien Laurens and Tom Hamilton answer the big questions.
Lionesses to compete in new international event
England will compete in a new women's international tournament with Germany and Spain confirmed for the 2022 edition.
Poch: Messi, Neymar, Mbappe need time to shine
Paris Saint-Germain coach Mauricio Pochettino warned it would take some time for his formidable attacking trio to shine.
Dispute over fans at Flamengo-Gremio shows discord between Brazil's top clubs amid Super League talk
The controversy of fans in the stands for Gremio's visit to Flamengo shows the discord between Brazil's top clubs amid the coronavirus pandemic.
'Magician' Musiala is the next big thing - and his mum still drives him to training
Footballers are known for their jet-set lifestyles, yet despite taking the game by storm, Jamal Musiala's life is much more like a high schooler's.
Wednesday, 15 September 2021
Polarising Alexander-Arnold gives Liverpool more good than bad
Apart from Messi and Ronaldo, no one in football divides opinion like Trent Alexander-Arnold, and his performance vs. Milan showcased exactly why.
After Courtois' heroics, subs Rodrygo, Camavinga seal Real Madrid win
Rodrygo and Eduardo Camavinga combined for Real Madrid's late goal, while Thibaut Courtois' heroics ensured a clean sheet for the visitors.
Ancelotti lauds Madrid youngsters in win over Inter
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti praised Rodrygo and Eduardo Camavinga after the two combined to score the game-winning goal over Inter Milan.
Man City survive Nkunku triple in 9-goal thriller
Christopher Nkunku scored a hat-trick for RB Leipzig but ended on the losing side in a nine-goal thriller as Manchester City won 6-3.
Liverpool beat Milan in Champions League classic
Liverpool beat AC Milan 3-2 in their Champions League opener as Jordan Henderson's stunning effort settled a classic encounter at Anfield.
Haller nets four as Ajax hammer Sporting CP
Sebastien Haller scored four goals as Ajax Amsterdam picked apart Portuguese hosts Sporting CP for a one-sided 5-1 victory.
Messi starts, Mbappe hurt in Brugge-PSG draw
Star-studded Paris Saint-Germain were held to a surprising 1-1 draw by Club Brugge on Wednesday night in Group A in Flanders.
Transfer Talk: Dortmund may look to Chelsea's Werner if Haaland leaves
If Erling Haaland leaves Dortmund next summer, the club may try to bring Chelsea's Timo Werner back to the Bundesliga. Transfer Talk has the latest.
USMNT's De La Fuente chasing his dream in Marseille
De La Fuente had limited minutes at Barcelona, but he backed himself to make a move and is thriving so far in Marseille. There's more to come, too.
Bellingham, Haaland net in Dortmund's UCL win
Jude Bellingham produced an inspired individual performance as he scored one goal and set up the other to help Borussia Dortmund to a 2-1 win at Bes
USWNT union: Identical deals offer a 'PR stunt'
The union for the USWNT called U.S. Soccer's offer of identical contract proposals to the men's and women's teams a 'PR stunt.'
Sheriff earn shock win over Shakhtar on UCL debut
Sheriff Tiraspol enjoyed a dream Champions League debut as Moldova's first group-stage representatives stunned Shakhtar Donetsk with a 2-0 victory.
Man City's Morgan out with leg fracture
Manchester City defender Esme Morgan suffered a broken leg in the Women's Super League game against Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday.
Elliott horror injury: 'Wrong' to ban Struijk
Liverpool's Harvey Elliott has said he disagrees with the decision to ban Leeds United's Pascal Struijk following his horror ankle injury.
Maguire defends Lingard ahead of crucial fixtures
Manchester United captain Harry Maguire has backed Jesse Lingard to bounce back as the club face a make-or-break run of fixtures next month.
Mbappe to Madrid? PSG vow to keep star
Paris Saint-Germain sporting director Leonardo has denied that the club received an offer worth €200 million from Real Madrid for Kylian Mbappe.
Real Madrid fan celebrated goal with Vinicius Jr. in crowd: 'Best day of my life'
Real Madrid fan Gabriel was in the right place at the right time when Vinicius Jr. ran into the crowd to celebrate his goal: "Everyone went crazy."
Tuesday, 14 September 2021
Transfer Talk: Man City's Jesus in midst of tug of war between Juve, Bayern
Gabriel Jesus' time at Man City could be coming to an end, with Juventus and Bayern showing interest in the Brazilian. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Koeman's moves show Barca cannot compete with Bayern
There was symbolism aplenty in the substitutions made by the home side at Camp Nou. There was also a heavy dose of reality for a struggling giant. Quite simply, Barcelona have fallen a long way.
Lukaku goal gives Chelsea UCL win over Zenit
Champions League holders Chelsea got their new campaign off to a winning start as they beat Zenit St Petersburg 1-0 at Stamford Bridge.
Ole defends tactics after shock Man Utd loss
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was forced to defend his tactics after watching Manchester United slip to a surprise 2-1 defeat to Young Boys.
Dynamo's Garmash survives red card after ref mix-up
Denys Garmash survived a red card after referee Anthony Taylor mistakenly showed the Dynamo Kiev substitute a second yellow card.
Bayern cruise past Barca on Lewy's brace
Bayern Munich defeated Barcelona 3-0 thanks to goals from Thomas Muller and a brace from Robert Lewandowski.
After another Ronaldo goal, Man Utd get reality check
It should have been a night for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's team to display Champions League credentials, but instead it suggested there is more to be done than simply signing Cristiano Ronaldo.
Messi, PSG confident for Champions League glory
Lionel Messi made his name in the Champions League, but the past five seasons yielded nothing but pain in Barcelona. Can he deliver the elusive trophy to Paris Saint-Germain?
USMNT's Pefok nets late winner to beat Man Utd
Manchester United suffered a stoppage-time 2-1 defeat away to Young Boys after a calamitous defensive mistake in their Champions League opener.
UEFA Champions League front-runners, form teams, wildcards and more
Chelsea won the Champions League last season, and they'll contend in 2021. PLUS: We pick out the form sides (good and bad), breakouts and more.
LIVE: Man United begin UCL campaign on the road
Cristiano Ronaldo plays up front against Young Boys, while Donny van de Beek makes his first start of the season. Man United exited last season’s Champions League at the group stage.
Chelsea are 'team to beat' in UCL - Pochettino
Paris Saint-Germain manager Mauricio Pochettino has said holders Chelsea are the "team to beat" in the Champions League this season.
FIFPRO slams biennial World Cup reform plans
Global player's union FIFPRO has said FIFA's study into making the World Cup a biennial event "inadequate"
Milan blow as Ibrahimovic misses Liverpool clash
Zlatan Ibrahimovic will miss AC Milan's Champions League clash vs. Liverpool on Wednesday following an Achilles' tendon strain.
Klopp: Elliott having surgery after horror injury
Jurgen Klopp has said Liverpool midfielder Harvey Elliott will undergo surgery in London on Tuesday to repair a dislocated ankle.
FIFA 22 player ratings: Ronaldo bumped out of top two
EA Sports has released its top player ratings for FIFA 22, with Cristiano Ronaldo dropping out of the top two for the first time in over a decade.
Madrid can afford Mbappe and Haaland - Tebas
LaLiga president Javier Tebas has said Real Madrid could afford to sign both Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland next summer.
Pele to leave intensive care this week
Pele will be moved out of intensive care in the next day or two as the Brazil football great continues his recovery from surgery.
Monday, 13 September 2021
Transfer Talk: Bayern, Premier League clubs eye Leverkusen starlet Wirtz
Florian Wirtz is 18 and already a Bundesliga star. No wonder Bayern Munich are after Leverkusen's latest prodigy. Transfer Talk has the latest.
There's more to Barcelona-Bayern than 'that' 8-2 result
Last year, Bayern Munich beat Barcelona 8-2 in the Champions League, the start of a painful run for the Spanish giants. What will this week hold?
What we learned -- or already knew -- about Ronaldo after Man United return
Cristiano Ronaldo's second debut for Man United wasn't a revelation, but we did learn something new. PLUS: Juventus look bad, Bayern look great.
Ole: Man Utd stars could influence Pogba stay
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says it's down to his star-studded squad to show Paul Pogba that Manchester United is the place to win trophies.
New date set for Nice-Marseille after fan chaos
The league clash between Nice and Olympique Marseille which was abandoned last month due to crowd trouble will be replayed on Oct. 27.
Sources: No return date for Bale after injury
Gareth Bale will miss Real Madrid's Champions League opener due to a hamstring injury and sources have told ESPN that no return date has been set.
Why PSG and Premier League clubs are set to dominate UCL
The Champions League is anything but predictable. Or at least it used to be. Paris Saint-Germain and the Premier League clubs look set to dominate.
New England still dominant, Atlanta hitting form
Nobody's stopping the best team in the East nor the best in the West, but the whole league should watch out for Atlanta United FC.
Barca to face Arsenal in revamped UWCL
Barcelona will start their Champions League defence in the first-ever group stage in the women's tournament against Arsenal, Hoffenheim and HB Koge.
Laporta: Tebas has 'sick' obsession with Barca
Barcelona president Joan Laporta has said LaLiga chief Javier Tebas has a "sick obsession" with the club and blames him for Lionel Messi's exit.
Premier League title contenders: Who has the strongest squad?
The Premier League is back, and all the squads are now complete. But which club has the best strength in depth? We assess all the title contenders and select the stand-out team.
Champions League: Barcelona and Inter Milan in trouble?
Two European giants could be in danger of failing to make the knockout rounds. Mark Ogden predicts who will make it out of all the Champions League groups
Takehiro Tomiyasu can be the answer to Arsenal's defensive woes
After a steady debut for Arsenal in the weekend's win over Norwich, Takehiro Tomiyasu could prove to be the answer to Mikel Arteta's defensive woes.
Sunday, 12 September 2021
Salah scores 100th PL goal in win vs. Leeds
Mohamed Salah scored his 100th Premier League goal on Sunday as Liverpool beat 10-man Leeds United 3-0 at Elland Road.
Benzema, Vinicius Jr. 9/10 in Real Madrid comeback win
A shaky first half from Real Madrid gave way to a stellar showing from Los Blancos in the second, with Karima Benzema and Vincius leading the way.
Weekend review: Ronaldo red-hot on Man United return, Griezmann struggles for Atletico
It was a weekend of returns: Ronaldo dazzled in his "debut" Man United, while Griezmann couldn't make magic for Atletico. Also: praise for Bayern.
Transfer Talk: Barcelona keeping tabs on Leicester's Youri Tielemans
Barcelona are in the market for an attacking midfielder and Leicester's Youri Tielemans is near the top of their list. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Solskjaer says Ronaldo won't play every game
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has said Cristiano Ronaldo will have to be carefully managed after his return to Manchester United.
Roma snatch stunning late win over Sassuolo in Mourinho's 1000
Jose Mourinho's 1,000th game as a manager ended with a trademark celebratory sprint down the touchline as Roma beat Sassuolo.
LIVE: Real Madrid losing early vs. Celta Vigo
It's not been the start Carlo Ancelotti & Co. would have been wanting at the Bernabeu, as the visitors lead via Santi Mina. Follow LIVE with ESPN.
Salah the star as Liverpool beat Leeds
Liverpool got the best of Mohamed Salah in a tricky trip to Leeds, as Jurgen Klopp & Co. wrapped up a hard-fought win that saw Harvey Elliott hurt.
LIVE: Can Liverpool emerge with a win at Leeds?
Mohamed Salah's 100th Premier League goal put Liverpool ahead at Leeds, and Fabinho's goal (after VAR review) has doubled their advantage. However, Jurgen Klopp will be concerned by the injury suffered by Harvey Elliott after a nasty challenge by Leeds defender Pascal Struijk. Follow LIVE with ESPN.
Liverpool's Elliott injured in dangerous challenge
Liverpool have been dealt an injury blow after Harvey Elliott was hurt during the Premier League game against Leeds United on Sunday.
Chelsea, Arsenal, Brighton win big in WSL
Newcomers Leicester City lost 3-1 to Manchester United in their first FA Women's Super League home game.
Ferguson helped bring Ronaldo back to Man Utd
Alex Ferguson has said he did play a role in ensuring Cristiano Ronaldo returned to Manchester United rather than joining rivals Manchester City.
Lemar hits 99th minute winner for Atletico
Thomas Lemar scored in the ninth minute of added time to give Atletico Madrid a last-gasp 2-1 victory away at newly promoted Espanyol in LaLiga.
Inter held by Samp, drop first points of season
Sampdoria twice fought back from behind to hold Inter Milan to a 2-2 draw on Sunday, who dropped points for the first time this season.
Barca have Madrid 'inferiority complex' - Tebas
LaLiga president Javier Tebas has said Barcelona's board have an "inferiority complex" with Real Madrid president Florentino Perez.
David Luiz joins Brazilian club Flamengo
Former Brazil centre-half David Luiz has joined Rio de Janeiro side Flamengo, the club announced on Saturday.
Saturday, 11 September 2021
Transfer Talk: Madrid rival Chelsea for Juventus' De Ligt
Real Madrid will join the race to sign Juventus defender Matthijs de Ligt -- a race that has also included Chelsea. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Ronaldo puts on a show in Man United return
Twelve years after he left Old Trafford, Cristiano Ronaldo picked up where he left off in a Man United shirt. His two-goal display against Newcastle proved that he remains a difference maker.
Solskjaer reveals Ronaldo initiation on Utd return
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said the Manchester United squad made Cristiano Ronaldo introduce himself at the team hotel the night before his debut.
Messi watches as clinical PSG crush Clermont
Paris Saint-Germain kept their perfect Ligue 1 record intact as they hammered promoted Clermont 4-0 with a brutal display on Saturday.
Juve's woeful start continues with late Napoli loss
Napoli piled more misery on Juventus on Saturday as Kalidou Koulibaly's late winner clinched a 2-1 comeback victory.
Lukaku scores brace as Chelsea beat Aston Villa
Romelu Lukaku and Mateo Kovacic scored for Chelsea as they beat Aston Villa 3-0 and kept the pressure on Manchester United.
Arsenal's win over Norwich gives Arteta cause for optimism -- at last
After three consecutive losses, nothing less than a win would do for Arsenal against Norwich. Mikel Arteta got it, and he hopes it's just the start.
9/10 Lukaku, Kovacic star, but Saul struggles on debut
Romelu Lukaku and Mateo Kovacic starred as Chelsea marked their return to Premier League action with a 3-0 win over Aston Villa.
LIVE: Chelsea chase top spot against Aston Villa
A four-goal win at Stamford Bridge will send Thomas Tuchel's side to the top of the Premier League. Saul Niguez makes his Chelsea debut, while Romelu Lukaku and Callum Hudson-Odoi also start.
Ancelotti blasts 'strange' criticism of Perez
Carlo Ancelotti has hit out at UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin over his criticism of Real Madrid's continued involvement in the Super League.
Ronaldo scores two on Man United return
Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Manchester United beat Newcastle United 4-1 at Old Trafford on Saturday.
Banner protests Ronaldo's Old Trafford debut
Gender justice group Level Up flew a plane over Old Trafford on Saturday in protest of Cristiano Ronaldo's debut for Manchester United.
Aubameyang secures Arsenal's first PL win
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang fired Arsenal to their first win of the season against Norwich on Saturday.
Haaland inspires Dortmund to thrilling win over Leverkusen
Erling Haaland scored two goals and made another as Dortmund repeatedly came from behind before beating Leverkusen 4-3 in a Bundesliga thriller.
Edouard scores two as Spurs' perfect start ends
Ten-man Tottenham's perfect start to the Premier League season came to a dramatic end with a 3-0 defeat against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park.
Atleti 'expect to improve' on LaLiga title - Simeone
Diego Simeone has called on his Atletico Madrid players to improve on last season's LaLiga title win following the return of Antoine Griezmann.
U.S. equity company buys Man United shares
Ariel Investments has increased its holding in Man United beyond 5% of the club's shares after completing a $100m purchase of A-class shares.
Friday, 10 September 2021
South America's Prem stars won't face FIFA ban
Premier League clubs which blocked South American players from traveling to World Cup qualifiers will be able to play them this weekend.
Brazil great Pele still in hospital after surgery
Pele remained in intensive care on Friday as he recovered from surgery to remove a tumor on the right side of his colon.
Transfer Talk: Man Utd's Pogba prefers Madrid over PSG, Juventus
Manchester United's Paul Pogba will reject moves to PSG and Juventus to prioritise a move next summer to Real Madrid. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Solskjaer doubts Ronaldo would've picked City
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says there was no chance Cristiano Ronaldo would sign for Manchester City even before Manchester United swooped in.
COVID has changed Financial Fair Play, but it won't make soccer fair
PSG spent big this summer, as did other super clubs while FFP was suspended. When the rules return, they will look a lot different, too.
Ole refuses to rule out Ronaldo start on return
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has said Cristiano Ronaldo will make his second Manchester United debut on Saturday but refused to say whether he will start.
Pulisic returns to Chelsea on crutches after injury
Thomas Tuchel has said Christian Pulisic returned to Chelsea this week on crutches but expects the winger to only be sidelined for around 10 days.
Klopp: FIFA World Cup plan 'all about money'
Jurgen Klopp has said that FIFA's plan to reshape the football calendar and stage a World Cup every two years is "all about money."
Ex-Chelsea, Real Madrid boss Hiddink retires
Former Real Madrid and Chelsea manager Guus Hiddink has announced his retirement from coaching.
Aguero: Messi exit a 'shock;' I'm staying at Barca
Sergio Aguero has said he never wanted to quit Barcelona after Lionel Messi's departure and added he would sign again given the chance.
Sources: Everton planning Maitland-Niles bid
Everton are planning to revive their attempts to sign Arsenal's Ainsley Maitland-Niles in January, sources have told ESPN.
Messi breaks Pele record as Argentina, Brazil close in on World Cup
Brazil and Argentina each have one foot in Qatar after both won again but the night belonged to Lionel Messi as he broke Pele's longstanding record.
Arsenal are backing Arteta to turn the club around. Can he deliver?
Arsenal are committed to Mikel Arteta despite a nightmarish start to the season and a lot of issues within the club. But will it be worth it?
Messi gives Argentina win, claims record over Brazil's Pele
Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick to give Argentina a 3-0 win over Bolivia, moving him above Pele as South America's top male all-time scorer.
Neymar demands more respect from Brazil fans
Neymar has said he doesn't get the respect he deserves from the Brazilian media and fans after breaking a new record for the national team.
Griezmann's Atletico return happened just as Barca needed him most
This weekend, Griezmann will play for Atletico Madrid after a disappointing spell at Barcelona where, with Messi gone, he could have been the man.
Thursday, 9 September 2021
Messi breaks Pele's South America goals record
Argentina's Lionel Messi has surpassed the record set by Brazil legend Pele for the most international goals scored by a South American man.
Transfer Talk: Dortmund committed to Bellingham despite Prem interest
Liverpool are interested in a move for Dortmund's Jude Bellingham, but the Bundesliga side don't look set to budge. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Arteta implores Arsenal stars to get vaccinated
Mikel Arteta has pleaded with Arsenal players to get a COVID-19 vaccine because otherwise "the team will pay the price" of another outbreak.
Ronaldo: Man United homecoming no 'vacation'
Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo says his return to Old Trafford is not a vacation and he hopes to prove himself again.
Klopp: Van Dijk fit, Keita fine for Leeds match
Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk has shaken off a minor ankle injury and will be available for Sunday's match against Leeds United.
Bayern, Leipzig in transition with new managers. Who will prevail?
Getting buy-in at big clubs like Bayern and Leipzig doesn't happen overnight, but that's what Julian Nagelsmann & Jesse Marsch will need to succeed.
Boateng denies assault allegations as trial starts
Lyon defender Jerome Boateng denied allegations of assault against his former partner Sherin Senler as his trial started on Thursday.
Euro club body opposes biennial World Cup
The body representing professional club competitions on the continent, has firmly opposed any proposals to stage the World Cup every two years.
Henry's long, painful road to the Premier League reflected in Brentford's promotion journey
Rico Henry didn't have to wait 74 years to return to England's top flight like Brentford did, but his journey was perhaps just as painful.
Griezmann, Pique behind LaLiga NFT launch
LaLiga is the first of the top five leagues to sign an NFT partnership, with Antoine Griezmann as an investor and Gerard Pique as strategic adviser.
Barca's stunning new third kit set to light up Champions League
Barcelona have unveiled their brand-new 2021-22 third kit, which will be worn exclusively in the Champions League this season, and it's a beauty.
Haaland after hat trick: I don't score enough
Erling Haaland has expressed disappointment with his scoring record despite netting a hat trick in Norway's 5-1 win against Gibraltar.
Pepi's stunning debut eases pressure on Berhalter
After two disappointing draws, coach Gregg Berhalter reclaimed some credit as his changes, and Ricardo Pepi's performance, got the U.S. back on track in World Cup qualifying.
Sources: Chelsea eye €50 Kounde deal in January
Chelsea are set to revive their interest in Jules Kounde during the January transfer window if Sevilla lower their asking price back to around €50m.
Messi on Copa success: 'I have peace of mind'
Lionel Messi has told ESPN he has "peace of mind" after winning the Copa America with Argentina, his first international trophy.
The big questions that every Premier League club must answer
Tottenham are top and Chelsea show signs of a title challenge, but Cristiano Ronaldo's second Manchester United debut tops the bill as the Premier League returns this weekend.
Real Madrid stun Man City to make UWCL group
Real Madrid Femenino qualified for the UEFA Women's Champions League group stage for the first time with a 1-0 away win at Manchester City.
Sources: Chelsea face CWC venue uncertainty
Chelsea's bid to win the FIFA Club World Cup is in doubt amid growing concerns over Japan's ability to host the tournament, sources have told ESPN.
