Chelsea and Aston Villa will need a replay to decide who gets a spot in the fifth round of the FA Cup after playing out an entertaining 0-0 draw at Stamford Bridge on Friday evening.
Friday, 26 January 2024
Holy cow: Egypt sacrifices animal for AFCON luck
The Egyptian Football Association has sacrificed a cow in a bid to bring the team more luck at the Africa Cup of Nations.
LIVE: Tottenham host Manchester City in the FA Cup Fourth Round
Holders Manchester City travel to London to tackle Tottenham in the FA Cup. Follow ESPN for all the action.
Match in Belgium to be replayed after VAR error
A disciplinary body has ruled that the Belgian Pro League match between Anderlecht and Genk will be replayed after a misapplication of the laws of the game.
Thursday, 25 January 2024
Atleti nip Sevilla in Copa after more VAR drama
Atletico Madrid beat Sevilla 1-0 on Thursday to book a place in Spain's Copa del Rey semi-finals thanks to a goal by Dutch forward Memphis Depay.
Bournemouth rout Swansea 5-0 in FA Cup
Bournemouth scored five times in the first half to crush second-tier Swansea City 5-0 in the FA Cup fourth round on Thursday.
Union boss banned 3 games for shoving Sané
Union Berlin coach Nenad Bjelica was banned for three matches and fined €25,000 ($27,075) on Thursday after he shoved Bayern Munich's Leroy Sané, the German Football Association (DFB) said.
Wednesday, 24 January 2024
Bayern end pursuit of Trippier, focus on Mukiele
Bayern Munich have ended their interest in Newcastle right-back Kieran Trippier for the time being but are still keen on PSG's Nordi Mukiele, the team's sporting director Christoph Freund said on Wednesday.
Algeria coach Belmadi out after AFCON exit
Algeria coach Djamel Belmadi has agreed to stand down after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations finals on Tuesday, the country's football federation said on Wednesday.
Maignan racial abuse suspects to get 5-year bans
Italian authorities have identified four more people suspected of shouting racist abuse at AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan and they will be banned from stadiums for five years, police said in a statement on Wednesday.
Tuesday, 23 January 2024
Police report filed over leaked Madrid VAR audio
The Spanish Football Federation [RFEF] have filed a report with the police after extracts of the VAR audio from Real Madrid's 3-2 win over Almería were leaked.
Source: Mourinho rejects Saudi Al Shabab offer
José Mourinho has rejected an offer from Saudi Pro League club Al Shabab to become their new manager, a source has told ESPN.
Sources: Forest in talks to loan Dortmund's Reyna
Nottingham Forest are in talks with Borussia Dortmund over the loan signing of attacker Gio Reyna, sources have told ESPN.
Monday, 22 January 2024
Nigeria win secures AFCON round-of-16 spot
Nigeria booked their passage into the last 16 of the Africa Cup of Nations after a first-half own goal from Guinea-Bissau's Opa Sangante handed them a 1-0 victory on Monday, which was enough to earn them second place in Group A.
Savvy or squandered? Thailand's point against Oman will be crucial
Thailand looked satisfied with the point they earned against Oman on Sunday, but will it really be enough for a place in the AFC Asian Cup knockout round?
Sunday, 21 January 2024
Barca survive Betis scare with Torres hat trick
Barcelona secured a last-gasp 4-2 win at Real Betis on Sunday, as stoppage-time goals from substitute Joao Felix and striker Ferran Torres, who completed his hat-trick, helped to ease the pressure on manager Xavi Hernandez in a stuttering season.
Late Zambia goal sees Tanzania denied rare win
Patson Daka scored a late equaliser to salvage a 1-1 draw for 10-man Zambia and deny opponents Tanzania a first Group F win on Sunday.
Liverpool thrash Bournemouth to go 5 points clear
Liverpool moved five points clear at the top of the Premier League with a 4-0 demolition of Bournemouth
Saturday, 20 January 2024
Toney scores on return as Brentford beat Forest
England striker Ivan Toney scored 19 minutes into his comeback from an eight month ban for betting offences as Brentford ended a five match losing streak with a 3-2 home win against Nottingham Forest in the Premier League on Saturday.
Malen double sees Dortmund beat Cologne 4-0
Donyell Malen scored twice as Borussia Dortmund eased past hosts Cologne 4-0 on Saturday to make it two Bundesliga wins in a row this year.
Friday, 19 January 2024
Transfer Talk: Inter Milan, Juventus faves to sign Martial after Man United exit
With Martial's exit from Man United looking imminent, he has interest from top clubs in Serie A. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Injured Salah to miss Egypt's next 2 matches
Mohamed Salah is set to miss two matches at the Africa Cup of Nations after suffering a hamstring strain in Egypt's draw with Ghana on Thursday, but has avoided a more significant injury, the Egyptian Federation have confirmed.
Onana error helps Senegal beat Cameroon
Ismaila Sarr scored one goal and laid on another as defending champions Senegal beat Cameroon 3-1 on Friday and booked their place in the round of 16 at the Africa Cup of Nations, leaving their opponents in some peril.
Ronaldo: Saudi league better than French Ligue 1
Cristiano Ronaldo said Friday that the big-spending Saudi Pro League is already better and more competitive than France's top division Ligue 1.
Thursday, 18 January 2024
Nigeria take down hosts Ivory Coast at AFCON
Nigeria handed Africa Cup of Nations hosts Ivory Coast a 1-0 defeat in their Group A clash at the Alassane Ouattara Stadium on Thursday with a second-half penalty settling the encounter.
Henderson joins Ajax to end 6-month Saudi stay
England midfielder Jordan Henderson has completed a transfer to Dutch giants Ajax just six months after signing for Saudi Arabia's Al Ettifaq.
Wednesday, 17 January 2024
Transfer Talk: Arsenal, Spurs interested in Real Sociedad's Barrenetxea
Both Arsenal and Tottenham are interested in signing Real Sociedad winger Ander Barrenetxea. Transfer Talk is with the latest.
Gomes strike sees Everton past Palace in replay
Beleaguered Everton found some cheer in a troubling week as they beat Crystal Palace 1-0 in their FA Cup third round replay on Wednesday thanks to an Andre Gomes free kick.
Barça rout Madrid in Supercopa Femenina semi
Mariona Caldentey and Salma Paralluelo both scored twice as Barcelona beat Real Madrid 4-0 to advance to the final of the Spanish Supercopa Femenina.
Kroos doubles down on Saudi whistles: Was 'fun'
Toni Kroos described being whistled by fans during Real Madrid's Spanish Supercopa games in Saudi Arabia as "fun," and said that if anything they proved he was "probably right" in criticising players for moving to the country.
Tuesday, 16 January 2024
Saudi Arabia claim another epic win in Qatar -- this time even crazier than their upset over Argentina
Over a year on from their stunning World Cup upset of Argentina, Saudi Arabia have returned to Qatar to produce an even more remarkable comeback.
LIVE: FA CUP WOLVERHAMPTON V BRENTFORD
Several big games in the FA Cup on Tuesday, including a Wolves vs. Brentford replay. ESPN has updates
Sources: Reyna set on leaving Dortmund in Jan.
Giovanni Reyna is determined to leave Borussia Dortmund in January and has already been offered to top European clubs, sources have told ESPN.
Monday, 15 January 2024
Jordan cruise past Malaysia in Asian Cup clash
Jordan crushed Malaysia 4-0 in the Asian Cup while Iraq cruised to a 3-1 win over Indonesia as the west Asian sides flexed their muscles in their respective group openers on Monday.
Spain star Bonmatí wins FIFA The Best award
Barcelona and Spain midfielder Aitana Bonmatí cemented her place at the top of women's football on Monday, winning FIFA's The Best women's award.
Messi beats Haaland to Best FIFA Men's award
Lionel Messi won his third FIFA The Best men's award on Monday, beating Manchester City's Erling Haaland and PSG forward Kylian Mbappé to the prize.
Sunday, 14 January 2024
Reaction: Vinicius sublime, Barcelona woeful as Real Madrid win Spanish Supercopa
Vinicius was the star of the show in Jeddah on Sunday, scoring three times as Real Madrid thrashed Barcelona, who face a reckoning after an abject display.
Madrid win Super Cup title behind Vini Jr hat trick
Vinícius Júnior scored a hat trick in the first half as Real Madrid were crowned Spanish Super Cup champions with a 4-1 demolition of bitter rivals Barcelona in Saudi Arabia on Sunday.
Salah scores late as Egypt, Mozambique draw
Mohamed Salah scored a 97th-minute penalty to spare the blushes of Egypt as they rescued a 2-2 draw against Mozambique and denied their opponents a first ever Africa Cup of Nations win in a Group B clash at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium on Sunday.
Saturday, 13 January 2024
Sancho returns with assist in big Dortmund win
Fifth-placed Borussia Dortmund eased past bottom side Darmstadt 98 3-0 away on Saturday for a winning start to the new year as Jadon Sancho set up one goal on his return for the Ruhr valley club following his loan move from Manchester United.
Friday, 12 January 2024
Eye on World Cup 2026: Uzbekistan quietly becoming an Asian force
There's dark horses, and then there's Uzbekistan. Asia's rising power in youth football, World Cup expansion comes at exactly the right time for the team known as the White Wolves.
Akwaba! The AFCON stage, is set... But will it be a success?
The road to the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations has been relatively smooth, which is not typical for AFCON, but don't expect a steady build-up to the competition to lead to a chilled campaign.
CAF: Dates for 2025 AFCON finals still unclear
The dates for the next Africa Cup of Nations finals in Morocco remain up in the air amid a potential clash with the new-look Club World Cup, which is set for the mid-2025, CAF president Patrice Motsepe said on Friday.
Thursday, 11 January 2024
Five Asian Cup players not signed to European clubs to watch
The January transfer window is open and the Asian Cup offers the perfect platform for top European clubs to scout some of the AFC's best talents.
Why it's hard to find the right January loans, free agent deals
Jesse Lingard's 2021 loan move to West Ham was the rare example of such a move working out, but many clubs will be forced into panicked temporary signings.
Who is Dorival Junior, Brazil's new coach, and can he bring order to a team in flux?
After a lengthy and ultimately doomed courtship of Carlo Ancelotti, Brazil has turned to Dorival Junior. Can the veteran coach meet the Selecao fans' high hopes?
Wednesday, 10 January 2024
Brazil name Dorival Junior as new head coach
Dorival Junior has been officially appointed Brazil coach, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) announced on Wednesday.
What's behind managerial failures of England's 'Golden Generation' of players?
England's so-called "Golden Generation" failed to win any trophies, and they have all struggled as managers. Why can't they transfer their stellar playing careers into successful lives in the dugout?
Tuesday, 9 January 2024
LIVE: Chelsea visit Boro in EFL semifinal first-leg
Cole Palmer and Raheem Sterling start for Chelsea - follow live!
PSG chief: I want Mbappé to stay in Paris
Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al Khelaïfi on Tuesday reiterated to RMC Sport that he wants Kylian Mbappé to stay with the club when his contract expires in June.
Spurs confirm Werner loan from Leipzig
Tottenham have confirmed a six-month loan deal for RB Leipzig forward Timo Werner.
Source: USWNT's Fox set for Arsenal transfer
United States women's national team defender Emily Fox is set to sign for Arsenal, a source has told ESPN.
Monday, 8 January 2024
FIFA backs embattled CBF president Rodrigues
FIFA has again backed embattled Brazilian soccer confederation (CBF) president Ednaldo Rodrigues. Emilio García, chief legal officer for world soccer's governing body, visited the confederation's headquarters on Monday.
Holders Man City face Spurs in FA Cup 4th round
FA Cup holders Manchester City face a tricky trip to Tottenham Hotspur, while in-form Aston Villa have been drawn to face Chelsea at Stamford Bridge in the fourth round.
LIVE: Man United travel to Wigan in FA Cup third-round
Rasmus Højlund and Marcus Rashford start for Manchester United - follow live
Lowly Unionistas to host Barca in Copa del Rey
Barcelona will face third-division side Unionistas de Salamanca in the Copa del Rey round of 16, while holders Real Madrid travel to Atlético Madrid.
Sunday, 7 January 2024
Arsenal's FA Cup exit makes it clear: They need to sign a striker or this season may be over
Arsenal's biggest problem became apparent in their FA Cup loss to Liverpool: the Gunners need a striker who can score goals -- and quickly.
Late Vlahović winner sees Juve past Salernitana
A stoppage-time header by Dusan Vlahović helped Juventus come from behind to grab a 2-1 win at Salernitana on Sunday after the hosts were reduced to 10 men.
Liverpool dump wasteful Arsenal out of FA Cup
An own goal by Jakub Kiwior and a thumping late strike by Luis Diaz sealed a 2-0 victory for Liverpool at Arsenal in the weekend's headliner FA Cup third-round tie.
Arsenal ditch red at home for 1st time in initiative
Arsenal's special edition white strip is part of the north London club's support for the No More Red initiative aimed at combating knife crime and youth violence.
Saturday, 6 January 2024
Transfer Talk: Man United and Spurs eyeing Dortmund's Donyell Malen
With Jadon Sancho close to a loan to Dortmund from Man United, will Malen make a move the other way to join the Red Devils? Transfer Talk has the latest.
Villa beat Boro for 1st FA Cup win in 8 years
Matty Cash scored a last-gasp goal to send Aston Villa into the fourth round of the FA Cup for the first time in eight years with a 1-0 victory over Middlesbrough on Saturday.
Friday, 5 January 2024
Transfer Talk: Bayern could lose out on Fulham's Palhinha
Bayern Munich could see their chances of getting João Palhinha slip away once again from Fulham. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Porro stunner sees Spurs beat Burnley in FA Cup
Pedro Porro scored his first goal of the season to put Tottenham Hotspur through to the fourth round of the FA Cup with a 1-0 victory over Burnley on Friday.
Sources: Brazil fire interim head coach Diniz
Brazil's interim coach Fernando Diniz was fired on Friday by the country's soccer federation (CBF), sources told ESPN Brasil.
Follow LIVE: Confident Tottenham host Burnley in FA Cup third round
Live updates as Ange Postecoglou's free-flowing Spurs welcome Burnley to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in Friday's FA Cup action.
Thursday, 4 January 2024
Calvert-Lewin sees red as Everton force replay
Crystal Palace and Everton will meet again in the FA Cup third round after the Toffees had Dominic Calvert-Lewin sent off in the 79th minute of a goalless draw at Selhurst Park on Thursday that sent the tie to a replay at Goodison Park.
Ramos yells at fan to 'shut up' during interview
Sevilla defender Sergio Ramos confronted a supporter after Thursday's 2-0 defeat to Athletic Club at the Sanchez Pizjuan, shouting at them to "shut up and show some respect."
U.S. keeper Steffen joins Rapids from Man City
U.S. men's national team team goalkeeper Zack Steffen will return to MLS after completing a move to the Colorado Rapids from Manchester City, the clubs have confirmed.
Wednesday, 3 January 2024
Mbappé goal helps PSG win Champions Trophy
Kylian Mbappé and Lee Kang-in both scored as Ligue 1 champions Paris Saint-Germain beat French Cup winners Toulouse 2-0 to win the Champions Trophy on Wednesday.
Rudiger rescues Real Madrid win with late header
Antonio Rudiger's second-half goal earned LaLiga leaders Real Madrid a 1-0 home win over Mallorca on Wednesday, extending their unbeaten league run to 13 games.
Can Ten Hag convince Ratcliffe & Co. that he's the man for Man United?
Erik ten Hag has lost leverage as Sir Jim Ratcliffe prepares to take over day-to-day football duties at Man United. Will he survive the takeover?
Tuesday, 2 January 2024
Brighton, West Ham draw in final Festive Fixture
West Ham United missed out on a fourth successive Premier League victory as the festive fixtures concluded with a drab 0-0 draw at home to Brighton and Hove Albion on Tuesday.
Source: Dortmund in loan talks for Utd's Sancho
Manchester United and Borussia Dortmund are in talks over a loan deal for Jadon Sancho, a source has told ESPN.
Monday, 1 January 2024
Transfer Talk: Tomiyasu set to sign new Arsenal contract
Takehiro Tomiyasu is set to sign a new contract with Arsenal to end speculation about his future. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Salah double helps Liverpool overcome Newcastle
Mohamed Salah's second-half brace made up for a missed penalty as Liverpool kicked off the new year three points clear atop the Premier League standings with a 4-2 victory over Newcastle United at a rain-drenched Anfield on Monday.
Marcotti's 2024 wishes: Mental and physical health for players, term limits for presidents
As the new year begins, Gab Marcotti takes his annual look ahead to the next 12 months in soccer and lays out the things he would like to see in 2024.
Follow live: Liverpool look to go three points clear at the top of the table as they host Newcastle
Liverpool host an out-of-form Newcastle team at Anfield with Jürgen Klopp's side looking to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League table
