Sydney FC chief executive Adam Santo fired a barb at Melbourne Victory by claiming his club remains the A-League's biggest brand.
Tuesday, 28 February 2023
Transfer Talk: Man Utd, Man City both tracking Inter star Barella
Both Manchester clubs are reportedly ready to duke it out for the signature of Inter ace Nicolo Barella this summer. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Pogba returns as Juventus win Turin derby
Juventus continued their winning run in thrilling style after beating local rivals Torino 4-2 at home in Serie A on Tuesday.
LIVE: Bristol City vs. Man City
FA Cup fifth round continues as Bristol host Man City - follow live.
Infighting of Women's World Cup faves Spain, France, Canada reveals big issues in the sport
For all the progress in women's soccer, the fact that three of the top 10 nations have major player/coach issues shows how far the sport has to go.
Alaba racially abused over Messi FIFA Best vote
David Alaba has explained why he did not vote for teammate Karim Benzema ahead of Lionel Messi in the Best FIFA Men's Player 2022 award.
'It just felt like magic': Amputee football's first Puskas Award nominee, winner tells ESPN about his wonder goal
Marcin Oleksy is the first-ever amputee footballer to be on the shortlist for FIFA's prize for the best goal of the year scored by anyone, anywhere.
Monday, 27 February 2023
Transfer Talk: Alvarez weighs Man City exit amid Barcelona interest
Julian Alvarez is preparing to ask Manchester City to leave the club in the summer. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Matildas to play France in final pre-WC friendly
Australia are set to play France in one final top-10 test before they launch a home-soil bid to win the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup.
Scaloni signs deal to remain as Argentina coach
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has extended his contract until 2026, the country's FA said on Monday.
PSG injury issues grow with Kimpembe surgery
Paris Saint-Germain defender Presnel Kimpembe will undergo surgery after rupturing his right achilles tendon in Sunday's 3-0 Ligue 1 win.
Sunday, 26 February 2023
Transfer Talk: Arsenal lining up move for Lazio's Milinkovic-Savic
Arsenal wants to add Lazio's Sergej Milinkovic-Savic as they ready for Champions League football next season. Transfer Talk has the latest.
From axing Ronaldo to key signings, how Ten Hag transformed Man United
Man United's Carabao Cup trophy is the result of manager Erik ten Hag transforming the culture, starting with Cristiano Ronaldo's removal.
PSG romp to 3-0 win over Marseille thanks to Mbappe-Messi doub
World Cup foes Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe inspired Paris St Germain to a 3-0 win at bitter rivals Olympique de Marseille to extend their Ligue 1
Milan beat Atalanta as Ibrahimovic makes return
Champions AC Milan beat Atalanta 2-0 in Serie A on Sunday, consolidating their top four position as they extended their winning steak to three.
Man Utd win Carabao Cup, first trophy since 2017
Manchester United ended their six-year wait for silverware as they beat Newcastle United 2-0 to win the Carabao Cup at Wembley Stadium on Sunday.
LIVE: Under-fire Potter takes Chelsea to Spurs in Premier League
All the action from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as London rivals meet. ESPN has all the updates.
Saturday, 25 February 2023
Madrid's Messi-like prodigy Alvaro lives up to the hype
Few players can draw parallels to Lionel Messi. Alvaro Rodriguez just did, and that should have Madrid feeling good, even after drawing vs. Atleti.
Transfer Talk: Man Utd lead race for Leverkusen star Frimpong
The race to sign Bayer Leverkusen's Jeremie Frimpong is heating up, with Man Utd in contention to sign the right-back. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Liverpool struggle to goalless draw at Palace
Liverpool completed a difficult week with a frustrating 0-0 draw at Crystal Palace on Saturday in a blow to their top-four hopes.
Simeone: Refs, VAR always favour Real Madrid
Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone complained that Real Madrid receive preferential treatment from referees after seeing Angel Correa sent off.
Ronaldo scores hat trick to send Al Nassr top
Cristiano Ronaldo scored a hat trick as Al Nassr beat Damac 3-0 on Saturday to move top of the Saudi Pro League.
Struggling Sampdoria receive pig's head in post
Serie A strugglers Sampdoria received a sinister warning from an unknown source on Saturday when a severed pig's head was delivered to the club.
Sources: Man Utd set to face Wrexham in U.S.
Manchester United are set to face Wrexham in the United States this summer, sources have told ESPN.
Rashford can complete redemption arc by ending Man United trophy drought
Suffering from injuries and poor form, Marcus Rashford hit a low point between 2021 and 2022. Now he's the most in-form player in world football.
Friday, 24 February 2023
Transfer Talk: Liverpool want Inter's Barella in revamped midfield
Liverpool want Jude Bellingham, but the midfield rebuild doesn't end there, with the Reds also eyeing Nicolo Barella. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Solomon strike earns Fulham draw with Wolves
Substitute Manor Solomon's stunning second-half strike earned Fulham a 1-1 draw at home to Wolves in a tight affair at Craven Cottage on Friday.
Real Madrid's Kroos: Vinicius not yet near prime
Real Madrid midfielder Toni Kroos predicts red-hot Vinicius Junior will lead the team's attack for many years to come.
Spain VAR official files suit in referee scandal
Spanish referee Xavier Estrada Fernandez has filed a lawsuit against former referee Jose Maria Enriquez Negreira for alleged sporting fraud.
If this is Simeone's last Madrid derby, he'll be remembered for reviving it
After 11 years, Diego Simeone's time in charge of Atletico seems close to ending, and among his greatest legacies will be reviving the Madrid derby.
Southampton appoint Selles until end of season
Southampton have appointed interim coach Ruben Selles as manager until the end of the season, the Premier League club said on Friday.
Thursday, 23 February 2023
Transfer Talk: Real Madrid's Marco Asensio eyed by Man Utd, Arsenal, Tottenham
Arsenal, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur are all competing to sign Real Madrid winger Marco Asensio. Transfer Talk has the latest.
A big statement for Man Utd in win over Barcelona, who can now focus on LaLiga
Manchester United remain in the hunt in all their competitions after a frantic win over Barcelona, who can turn their attention to domestic titles.
Europa League Live: Latest from Man United-Barca
Seven days after their dramatic first leg, Man United and Barca reconvene at Old Trafford, and we bring you all the action with Europa League Live.
Spain great Ramos retires from international duty
Sergio Ramos has announced his reluctant retirement from international football after being told he is not part of the new coach's plans.
Wednesday, 22 February 2023
Wiegman's Lionesses on fire as near-perfect World Cup prep continues
Wednesday's 6-1 win secured Sarina Wiegman her third trophy as England boss and left no one in doubt: the Lionesses are primed for June's World Cup.
AS Monaco's renaissance in Ligue 1 feels special like the Mbappe-led side of 2016-17
Monaco have had great sides in the past, but this 2022-23 group seems special. Will they challenge PSG for the Ligue 1 title? They sure think so.
Gvardiol earns RB Leipzig draw with Manchester City
RB Leipzig defender Josko Gvardiol headed in a 70th-minute goal to earn a 1-1 draw against visitors Manchester City in the Champions League.
Lukaku strikes late to snatch win for Inter over Porto
Substitute Romelu Lukaku volleyed an 86th-minute winner to earn Inter Milan a 1-0 victory over Porto in the first leg of their Champions League last
Xavi reacts to chance of Barca return for Messi
Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez said the door will always be open for Lionel Messi to return to Camp Nou.
England hammer Belgium to win Arnold Clark Cup
Chloe Kelly and Leah Williamson each scored twice as England beat Belgium 4-0 at Bristol's Ashton Gate on Wednesday to win the Arnold Clark Cup.
FA fines teams £60k for Merseyside confrontation
Everton and Liverpool were fined by the FA on Wednesday for failing to control their players following a mass confrontation in the Merseyside derby.
Tuesday, 21 February 2023
Timetable for Neymar's return from injury unclear
PSG forward Neymar sustained ankle ligament damage in Sunday's 4-3 Ligue 1 win over Lille, the French club said late on Tuesday.
Transfer Talk: Barcelona keeping tabs on Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz
Barcelona are interested in making a future transfer move for Bayer Leverkusen attacking midfielder Florian Wirtz. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Real Madrid hit five in stunning comeback vs. Liverpool
It's a game full of drama so far as Liverpool and Real Madrid are delivering pure entertainment at Anfield
Osimhen leads Napoli to 1st-leg win in Frankfurt
Victor Osimhen's goal helped Napoli to a comfortable 2-0 victory over 10-man Eintracht Frankfurt in their Champions League round of 16 first leg.
Pep: Even City winning UCL won't satisfy critics
Pep Guardiola says his achievements will never be enough for some of his critics even if he wins the Champions League with Manchester City.
What would the new Super League proposal look like?
The latest Super League proposal is light on detail, but we've connected the dots to lay out what the controversial competition could look like.
Judge orders Alves to remain in jail on remand
Dani Alves has been denied bail and will remain in prison as his case over an alleged sexual assault continues, a Spanish court ruled on Tuesday.
Osimhen's priority is Serie A title, not Golden Boot
Napoli are on track to win their first Serie A title since 1990, and striker Victor Osimhen is more focused on that than on personal records.
Monday, 20 February 2023
Man United raise season ticket cost 5 percent
Manchester United have raised adult season ticket prices by five percent for next term after keeping them frozen for 11 seasons.
Transfer Talk: PSG eye Bundesliga stars to join Mbappe amid Messi, Neymar unrest
PSG are tracking multiple French talents in the Bundesliga as they look to revamp their forward line this summer. Transfer Talk has the latest.
England to play Socceroos, Matildas in London
England and Australia have locked in an agreement that will see the Matildas and Socceroos head to London for friendlies in April and October.
Liverpool owner Henry rules out club sale
Liverpool's American owner, John Henry, said there are no plans to sell the club; owners had said in November they were exploring a sale.
Sunday, 19 February 2023
USWNT proves finishing quality, but midfield worries linger in Japan win
The USWNT finished chances where Japan couldn't, but it's clear the American midfield is still not ready for the World Cup.
Barcelona's depth extends LaLiga lead to 8 points vs. Cadiz as Torres shines
Barcelona comfortably beat Cadiz, despite squad rotation from coach Xavi Hernandez, who will be pleased with Ferran Torres' excellent performance.
Why Brazil wants Liverpool to knock Real Madrid out of the Champions League
Liverpool knocking Real Madrid out of the Champions League would not only delight Reds fans; it could also free up Carlo Ancelotti to join Brazil.
England's win over Italy highlights some selection headaches for Women's World Cup
England manager Sarina Wiegman made changes in beating Italy 2-1, but their depth of talent means she might struggle to pick a World Cup squad.
Griezmann strike gives Atletico 1-0 win against Bilbao
Atletico Madrid's Antoine Griezmann scored a brilliant late goal to claim a battling 1-0 win at home to Athletic Bilbao on Sunday and strengthen the
Saturday, 18 February 2023
Transfer Talk: Newcastle joins Man City, Milan, Inter in race for USMNT star Robinson
Fulham and USMNT star Antonee Robinson will be a man in demand this summer with Newcastle joining the list of suitors. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Real Madrid leave it late to beat Osasuna 2-0
Federico Valverde and Marco Asensio netted second-half goals as Real Madrid won 2-0 away to Osasuna to cut the gap to LaLiga leaders Barcelona.
Potter on Chelsea woes: I'm not the problem
Chelsea boss Graham Potter acknowledged fans' frustrations after a home loss to Southampton but said critics were wrong to put all the blame on him.
Liverpool are now top-four faves as Newcastle misery will carry into Carabao Cup
It looks like it'll only get better for Liverpool from here, but for Newcastle United it has to get worse because of the mess Nick Pope made.
Nunez, Gakpo score as Liverpool beat Newcastle
Early goals from Darwin Nunez and Cody Gakpo helped Liverpool to a comfortable 2-0 away victory over Newcastle in the Premier League on Saturday.
Cameroon, Haiti into next round of WWC playoffs
Cameroon earned a 2-0 victory against Thailand and Haiti eased to a 4-0 win over Senegal in the final qualifying playoffs for the Women's World Cup.
LIVE: Aston Villa vs. Arsenal
Arsenal look to regain Premier League lead as they travel to Villa Park - follow live
Friday, 17 February 2023
Transfer Talk: Chelsea to sign Zakaria permanently from Juventus?
Juventus have decided to transfer Denis Zakaria to Chelsea at the end of his loan spell at the Premier League club. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Napoli move 18 points clear with win at Sassuolo
Napoli beat Sassuolo 2-0 away to move 18 points clear at the top with a seventh straight Serie A win.
Potter: City interest proves Cucurella's quality
Graham Potter has insisted Marc Cucurella has the strength of character and quality to battle through a difficult start to his Chelsea career.
Ronaldo gets 2 assists as Al Nassr go top with win
Cristiano Ronaldo assisted both Al Nassr goals as they beat Al Taawoun 2-1 on Friday to go back to the top of the Saudi Pro League.
Thursday, 16 February 2023
SheBelieves Cup Live: Latest from USWNT-Canada
The World Cup looming adds some extra intrigue to this year's SheBelieves Cup, and we bring you all the drama from the latter's USWNT-Canada match.
Women's World Cup playoff preview: Who will book final spots for Australia/New Zealand 2023?
Three final spots in the Women's World Cup are up for grabs, and a 10-team playoff starts Saturday to decide who gets in. Here's a primer.
'Football is the joy' - Haiti's women's national team are within two games of 2023 World Cup
The future is bright for Haiti's women's national team, but so is their present. This weekend, they'll vie for a ticket to the 2023 World Cup.
Barcelona, Man United put on a show in Europa League clash that sets stage nicely for second leg
Barcelona and Man United's Europa League clash lived up to expectations at Camp Nou with a thrilling 2-2 draw that sets up a fascinating second leg.
Barcelona and Man Utd draw 2-2 in Europa League knockout first-leg thriller
Barcelona and Man Utd draw 2-2 in Europa League knockout first-leg thriller
Barcelona and Man Utd draw 2-2 in Europa League knockout first-leg thriller
Barcelona and Man Utd draw 2-2 in Europa League knockout first-leg thriller
Wednesday, 15 February 2023
Title race is on! Manchester City are back on top as Arsenal stay in slump
The Premier League title race remains tight and unpredictable but Arsenal's task is now more daunting after a high-stakes loss to Manchester City.
Sources: PSG, Chelsea owners talk Neymar move
PSG president Nasser al Khelaifi and Chelsea co-owner Todd Boehly met in Paris to discuss a potential transfer of Neymar, sources told ESPN.
Man City go top of Prem with 3-1 win at Arsenal
All the latest from the Emirates as Arsenal, without Thomas Partey, take on Man City who make yet more changes. ESPN has updates.
Dortmund beat Chelsea on stellar Adeyemi strike
Borussia Dortmund beat Chelsea thanks to a stellar goal by Karim Adeyemi in their Champions League round of 16 first leg at Signal Iduna Park
Ratings: Havertz 5/10 as Chelsea's finishing woes continue
In an all-too-familiar story, Chelsea couldn't finish their chances and left Dortmund with a 1-0 defeat in their Champions League last-16 first leg.
Benzema overtakes Raul in LaLiga scoring charts
Karim Benzema climbed into the top five of LaLiga's all-time goalscorers on Thursday, scoring in Real Madrid's match against Valencia.
LIVE: Chelsea travel to Borussia Dortmund for Champions League clash
Borussia Dortmund welcome Chelsea to Signal Iduna Park for their Champions League round of 16 first leg game. ESPN has the updates.
Brazil moves to punish racism with points penalty
The Brazilian Football Confederation now has the right to sanction teams whose employees or fans commit acts of racism with the loss of points.
Tuesday, 14 February 2023
LIVE: Spurs take on Milan in San Siro
Champions League is back as Spurs travel to Italy and face Milan in the Round of 16 first leg. ESPN has all the updates.
Leeds interim boss to stay for 'upcoming' games
Caretaker manager Michael Skubala will remain in charge of Leeds United's "upcoming fixtures," the Premier League club confirmed Tuesday.
LIVE: European heavyweights PSG and Bayern clash in Champions League
Parc des Princes is the venue as PSG host Bayern Munich in the Champions League Round of 16 first leg tie. ESPN has the updates.
FIFA to stage '23 Club World Cup in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia has been selected to host the 2023 FIFA Club World Cup for the first time in December.
FIFA targets 2030 World Cup host vote in 2024
FIFA confirmed that the three 2026 World Cup hosts -- the United States, Canada and Mexico -- all had their expected automatic entries confirmed.
How Barcelona and Xavi's updated tactics could stun Man United
The way Xavi wants Barcelona to play as manager is wildly different from when he was a player. Which version of Barca will we see vs. Man United?
Ex-Prem manager Hughton named Ghana coach
The 64-year-old, whose father was born in Ghana, moves over from his role as technical advisor in which he worked with interim coach Otto Addo.
Monday, 13 February 2023
Liverpool future looks bright as they keep Everton in relegation zone
Cody Gakpo and Darwin Nunez looked particularly good as Liverpool's first league win of 2023 keeps Everton sweating over their top-flight future.
Liverpool beat Everton, Gakpo nets 1st Reds goal
Cody Gakpo got off the mark and Mo Salah opened the scoring as Liverpool beat Everton 2-0 in the Merseyside derby at Anfield on Monday.
PSG's season could hinge on match vs. Bayern Munich
PSG fans have been waiting for this super-powered team to show their best. It's not happened yet, but playing Bayern is the perfect opportunity.
Neymar confirms director clash, upset by leak
Neymar has confirmed that he was involved in an argument with PSG sporting director Luis Campos on Saturday after defeat at Monaco.
Sunday, 12 February 2023
Man City set up tantalising showdown with Arsenal: Weekend Review
Another weekend of European football is in the books and, as usual, there have been plot twists and upsets galore. Here's ESPN's Weekend Review.
Transfer Talk: Leverkusen tell Tottenham, Everton, Newcastle that Hincapie £50m
Piero Hincapie has attracted interest from Spurs, Everton and Newcastle, but Leverkusen have set a high price. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Barca edge Villareal, go 11 points clear in LaLiga
A first-half strike from Pedri gave Barcelona a 1-0 win over Villareal at the Estadio de la Ceramica on Sunday to extend their lead over Real Madrid
Haaland a doubt for City title clash vs. Arsenal
Erling Haaland is a doubt for Manchester City's top-of-the-table clash with Arsenal on Wednesday, Pep Guadiola said.
Rabiot header earns Juventus 1-0 win over Fiorentina
A first-half goal by midfielder Adrien Rabiot earned Juventus a 1-0 home win over Fiorentina in Serie A on Sunday, stretching the visitors' winless
Memphis nets late winner for 10-man Atletico
Ten-man Atletico Madrid beat Celto Viga 1-0 in LaLiga on Sunday after second-half substitute Memphis Depay opened his account for the club following
After valiant loss to Real in glamour final, Al Hilal must now get back to the grind if they want to return to CWC
With their glamourous FIFA Club World Cup campaign now over, Al Hilal have to get back to the grind if they are to return in the near future.
Saturday, 11 February 2023
Pep: No one can take City's titles away from us
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has said no one can take away the club's achievements, regardless of an ongoing Premier League investigation.
Transfer Talk: Liverpool eye Mason Mount swoop as contract talks stall
Mason Mount has reportedly refused to sign a new deal at Chelsea, which has the likes of Liverpool plotting a move. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Newcastle held 1-1 at struggling Bournemouth
Newcastle United were held to a 1-1 stalemate at struggling Bournemouth on Saturday, a fifth Premier League draw in six games for the Magpies.
Arsenal gift Man City opening in title race with flat showing vs. Brentford
Arsenal looked curiously flat against Brentford, and now they are winless in their last three as they lose ground in the Premier League.
LIVE Premier League: West Ham vs. Chelsea
Noni Madueka, Joao Felix, and Mykhailo Mudryk start for visitors Chelsea as they face West Ham - follow live.
Friday, 10 February 2023
Transfer Talk: Real Madrid will play waiting game with PSG's Mbappe
Real Madrid remain interested in Kylian Mbappe but won't be able to make move for the PSG star this summer. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Chelsea veteran Thiago Silva signs new contract
Chelsea have signed veteran defender Thiago Silva to a new one-year contract through the summer of 2024, the London club announced Friday.
Brazil federation, Madrid deny Ancelotti report
The Brazilian federation denied an ESPN Brazil report that Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti has given the OK to becoming the new Brazil coach.
Messi, Mbappe, Morgan lead FIFA Best nominees
Argentina captain Lionel Messi leads the final shortlist for the men's FIFA Best award, while the USWNT's Alex Morgan could win the women's prize.
Pulisic set to lead Chelsea summer transfer exodus
U.S. star Christian Pulisic is set to lead a summer clearout at Chelsea as they overhaul the squad. ESPN's Insider Notebook has the latest.
Thursday, 9 February 2023
Barcelona appeal to CAS over Araujo transfer
Barcelona's director confirmed Julian Araujo transfer and the appeal to the CAS in a bid to register the Mexican player before next summer.
Transfer Talk: Barcelona join Europe's elite in monitoring Marcus Thuram
Barcelona are keeping tabs on Borussia Monchengladbach forward Marcus Thuram. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Clear verdicts in Man City, Juve cases might restore faith in soccer's ruling bodies, but don't hold your breath
Soccer is no longer about sports or even business. Man City and Juve's legal issues show it's about accountants, lawyers and sponsors.
Sources: Messi an injury doubt to face Bayern
Lionel Messi is an injury doubt to face Bayern Munich in the first leg of their Champions League round of 16 tie on Tuesday, sources told ESPN.
Ronaldo scores 4 in Al Nassr Saudi league rout
Cristiano Ronaldo scored four goals, including his 500th career league goal, in Al Nassr's 4-0 Saudi Pro League win over Al Wehda on Thursday.
RB Leipzig vs. Union Berlin is no duel of East German clubs
RB Leipzig and Union Berlin may both hail from East Germany, but they are at opposite ends of what constitutes a traditional East German club.
Wednesday, 8 February 2023
Zaniolo signs with Galatasaray after Roma row
Italy international midfielder Nicolo Zaniolo has completed a transfer to Galatasaray from Roma, the Serie A team announced on Wednesday.
Kompany 'sceptical' of City critics amid charges
Manchester City were charged by the Premier League on Monday with more than 100 breaches of its financial rules.
January's U23 hotlist: Arsenal loanee Balogun, Monaco teen Ben Seghir
We highlight the most in-form talent aged 23 or under across Europe's top leagues each month and January has an Arsenal loanee scoring goals.
Wrexham 'disrespectful' claims Sheff Utd's Sharp
Sheffield United's Billy Sharp accused Wrexham's players of being "disrespectful" after his goal ended the National League side's FA Cup hopes.
Tuesday, 7 February 2023
Transfer Talk: Man City sanctions could scupper move for Bellingham
Liverpool and Madrid will be encouraged after reports emerged that Man City's pursuit of Jude Bellingham is in doubt. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Wrexham fall short in thrilling FA Cup, but promotion the bigger prize in sight
Wrexham and Sheffield United delivered the twists of a Hollywood movie, but promotion to the Championship and Premier League is what matters.
Wrexham's FA Cup run ended by Sheffield United
Wrexham's fairytale FA Cup run was finally ended by Sheffield United, thanks to two stoppage-time goals that gave the Championship side a 3-1 win.
LaLiga files complaint over Vinicius racist abuse
LaLiga filed a formal complaint with a Mallorca court after Vinicius Junior was racially abused by a fan during Real Madrid's loss to Real Mallorca.
Can Martial stay fit enough to be part of Man United's rebuild?
It would be no surprise if Anthony Martial is a part of Man United's future plans, but fitness issues could see him miss out on the next chapter.
Real Madrid's midfield issues: Is next generation ready to replace Modric, Kroos?
So much of Real Madrid's success has been down to their masterful midfield, led by Modric and Kroos. But their era is finally coming to an end.
Atsu rescued after Turkey earthquake - club VP
Ghana winger Christian Atsu has been found alive after being buried under rubble, the vice president of Hatayspor said on Tuesday.
Monday, 6 February 2023
Transfer Talk: LAFC make move for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang
With Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's Chelsea future looking increasingly bleak, LAFC have emerged as potential suitors. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Treatment of Vinicius is only encouraging racist abuse
Vinicius is being kicked up and down the pitch by opponents and racially abused by fans in the stands, and Spanish football is letting it happen.
Ghana's Atsu missing after Turkey earthquake
Ghana's Christian Atsu is among those missing after the collapse of an apartment building in Hatay, Turkey, following Monday's earthquake.
Allegri: Avoiding relegation is Juve's new priority
Juventus coach Massimiliano Allegri admitted on Monday that staying in Serie A is the new goal for his club after a 15 points deduction.
Benzema, Courtois out of Club World Cup semi
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has a selection headache for the Club World Cup semifinal with Karim Benzema and Thibaut Courtois ruled out.
PSG director confirms Messi contract talks
Paris Saint-Germain sporting director Luis Campos has confirmed the club is in talks to renew Lionel Messi's contract.
Why Haaland holds City back in Premier League but boosts their Champions League hopes
The reason Erling Haaland has hampered Man City's Premier League title defence is the same as why he can still lead them to Champions League glory.
Sunday, 5 February 2023
Transfer Talk: Man City keen on USA's Robinson but Fulham fee high
U.S. men's national team left-back Antonee Robinson has caught the attention of Manchester City. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Raphinha, Kessie shine as Barcelona thrash Sevilla, put Real Madrid on notice
Barcelona moved to a comfy 8-point lead over Real Madrid on the LaLiga table after thrashing Sevilla on Sunday.
Kane makes history for Tottenham and Man City fail to make up ground on Arsenal in 1-0 defeat
Harry Kane made history with his goal as Tottenham beat Man City and stopped Pep Guardiola's side from taking advantage of Arsenal's earlier loss.
City stumble again in title race in defeat to Spurs
Harry Kane's record-breaking goal earned Tottenham a 1-0 victory over Manchester City as Pep Guardiola's side missed out on a chance to close down Arsenal in the Premier League.
Saturday, 4 February 2023
Transfer Talk: Barcelona, Atletico Madrid, AC Milan eye Aubameyang
Barcelona, Atletico Madrid and AC Milan are all monitoring Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's situation at Chelsea. Transfer Talk has the latest.
South Africa U-20 captain Oshwin Andries dies
Oshwin Andries, the captain of South Africa's U-20 men's football team, has passed away at the age of 19, his club Stellenbosch FC have confirmed.
Arteta: 'I love Arsenal players more' after loss
Mikel Arteta fully backed his players after Arsenal suffered just their second Premier League loss of the season in a shock 1-0 defeat to Everton
CWC: Al Ahly oust Seattle to set up Madrid semi
A deflected shot handed Egypt's Al Ahly a late winner to beat Seattle Sounders 1-0 at the Club World Cup to book a semifinal against Real Madrid.
Al Hilal into CWC semi after dramatic victory
Asian champions Al Hilal triumped in a penalty shootout against Wydad Casablanca in their Club World Cup clash on Saturday.
Varane: I quit France due to 'suffocating' schedule
Raphael Varane has said he retired from international football with France because the "overloaded" schedule was "suffocating."
Do Russo, McCabe bids hint at more deals between WSL's biggest clubs?
Arsenal made a push to sign Man United and England star Alessia Russo in January. Is this a sign of more business between the WSL's biggest teams?
Friday, 3 February 2023
Valencia's Gabriel sorry for hard foul on Vinicius
Valencia defender Gabriel Paulista has apologised for his dangerous foul on VinÃcius Junior that will see him banned for two games.
Transfer Talk: Man Utd keeping tabs on Barcelona's Ansu Fati
Manchester United are interested in Barcelona forward Ansu Fati. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Thursday, 2 February 2023
Australia proceeding towards second-tier league
Football Australia has formally begun the process of creating a second-tier men's competition with a potential start date in March 2024.
Gareth Bale starts strong at Pebble Beach Pro-Am
Gareth Bale made a strong start to his first appearance at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am in California on Thursday.
Transfer Talk: Pogba's future at Juventus murky amid prolonged injury
Juventus are losing patience with Paul Pogba and considering transferring him or even terminating his contract. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Real Madrid keep up in title race but Benzema, Militao injuries a worry
Would Real Madrid rather have had three points against Valencia or a healthy Karim Benzema and Eder Militao? They didn't get both on Thursday.
Asensio nets stunner as Madrid down Valencia
Marco Asensio and Vinicius Jr. scored second-half goals to earn Real Madrid a solid 2-0 win over struggling Valencia on Thursday.
How will Premier League's top-four race play out after hectic January transfer window?
The January transfer window is now closed, so teams are locked for the rest of the season. How will late signings impact the race for the top four?
Wednesday, 1 February 2023
Sources: Mbappe an injury doubt to face Bayern
Kylian Mbappe is a doubt to face Bayern Munich in the Champions League after the Paris Saint-Germain striker came off injured on Wednesday.
Ten Hag tells Sancho to keep smiling after return
Erik ten Hag has told Jadon Sancho to keep smiling after the Manchester United forward made his return to football following three months out.
Transfer Talk: Real Madrid, Liverpool turn toward signing Bellingham
Real Madrid's priority for the summer is to sign Jude Bellingham despite strong Liverpool interest. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Trying to make sense of Chelsea's transfer spree: big gambles, but big rewards too?
Disruption works in the tech industry, but Chelsea -- led by Todd Boehly and Behdad Eghbali -- are trying it in the transfer market.
Barcelona look unstoppable with LaLiga points record in reach
Halfway through the LaLiga season, Barcelona are on pace to hit 100 points after a sixth consecutive win, this time at Real Betis.
Al Ahly cruise to set up CWC match with Sounders
Hussein El Shahat, Mohamed Sherif and Percy Tau all scored as Egyptian side Al Ahly cruised to a 3-0 win over Auckland City at the Club World Cup.
'King Kazu' joins Portuguese team aged 55
Kazuyoshi Miura will continue his professional career in Portugal at the age of 55 after the former Japan striker joined second-tier Oliveirense.
Keylor Navas is Nottingham Forest's 29th signing this season. Let's meet them all
Nottingham Forest broke the British record for most signings in a transfer window last summer, and more came in January right up until deadline day.
Spurs' Conte to have gallbladder removal surgery
Tottenham manager Antonio Conte will undergo surgery on Wednesday to remove his gallbladder, the club have said.
Chelsea, Arsenal win transfer window; Everton, Caicedo the biggest losers
The January transfer window was surprisingly busy as Chelsea and Arsenal made some big moves. Here's who did well and who did not.
LIVE Transfer Talk: Man City eye Leicester's Maddison
James Maddison could be set for a move to Manchester City in the summer. Transfer Talk has the latest.
