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Transfer Talk: Wirtz, Bellingham top Real Madrid’s transfer shortlist
The 2022 January transfer window is open (find out when it closes here), and there’s plenty of gossip swirling about…
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Atleti’s Simeone on rally: I’ll remember this night
7:06 PM ET Alex KirklandESPN FC Diego Simeone praised a “marvellous” second-half performance from Atletico Madrid in a dramatic 3-2…
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Ralf: Man Utd win ‘massive’ for a top-four finish
1:36 PM ET Rob DawsonCorrespondent Ralf Rangnick has branded Manchester United‘s dramatic win over West Ham as “massive” in the…
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Sources: River Plate still keen on NYCFC’s ‘Taty’
River Plate is instensifying its interest in signing New York City FC forward Valentin “Taty” Castellanos, sources have told ESPN.…
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Man United’s progress has been slow and painful, but it’s clear after win over West Ham
MANCHESTER, England — Ralf Rangnick celebrated as though he had just won the Champions League for Manchester United when Marcus…
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Ancelotti hits out at ‘cracy’ WC quals calendar
8:18 AM ET Alex Kirkland Rodrigo Faez Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti hit out at the “crazy” football calendar which…
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Xavi to make a plan to prevent Fati’s injuries
Barcelona coach Xavi has said his club will make a specific plan to ensure that Ansu Fati does not get…
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Nigeria’s Troost-Ekong a man reborn at AFCON
As William Troost-Ekong wheeled away after scoring the goal that sealed Nigeria‘s 2-0 victory over Guinea-Bissau in the Super Eagles’…
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Man United out of Haaland running, Real Madrid favourites
Manchester United have suffered a blow in their pursuit of Erling Haaland — ESPN’s Insider Notebook has the latest. PLUS:…
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LIVE Transfer Talk: PSG look to sign Canada’s David from rivals Lille
The 2022 January transfer window is open (find out when it closes here), and there’s plenty of gossip swirling about…
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USWNT’s ‘newbies’ gather for first camp of ’22
The new year has brought new faces to the United States women’s national team. The back-to-back World Cup champions opened…
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Transfer Talk: PSG look to sign Canada’s David from rivals Lille
The 2022 January transfer window is open (find out when it closes here), and there’s plenty of gossip swirling about…
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Rangnick: Ronaldo didn’t challenge my authority
5:31 PM ET Rob DawsonCorrespondent Manchester United interim boss Ralf Rangnick said Cristiano Ronaldo‘s angry reaction to being substituted “doesn’t…
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Mexico name Araujo in squad for crucial WCQs
LA Galaxy’s Julian Araujo headlines Mexico’s squad. AP Photo/Michael Thomas LA Galaxy right-back Julian Araujo has been named in Mexico‘s men’s…
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Pepi, Pulisic in USMNT squad; Morris back
Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie and Tyler Adams highlight the United States roster for manager Gregg Berhalter ahead of the three-game…
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Las Vegas Villains? MLS, Villa duo to talk new team
Major League Soccer has entered into exclusive talks with Aston Villa co-owners Wes Edens and Nassef Sawiris about securing the…
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Athletic’s Muniain had Barca at his feet on a ‘magic’ night
2:05 PM ET Sid LoweSpain writer “San Mames is magic,” Iker Muniain said, and the feeling was mutual. It was…
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Can Gladbach cope with Ginter, Zakaria exits?
ESPN’s lead Bundesliga commentator Derek Rae writes about an uncertain January for Borussia Monchengladbach. For years the model club on…
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Kerr breaks goal record in Australia’s 18-0 win
Sam Kerr overtook Tim Cahill’s record. Photo by Mark Kolbe/Getty Images Chelsea striker Sam Kerr has broken Australia’s all-time goalscoring record,…
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USMNT progress report: How McKennie, Pulisic and European stars measure up
In 1990, after the United States‘ first appearance in the FIFA World Cup in 40 years, forward John Harkes signed…
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LIVE Transfer Talk: Man United set to move for Rudiger
The 2022 January transfer window is open (find out when it closes here), and there’s plenty of gossip swirling about…
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Blackburn are a success story, after a decade of humiliation
This week, Blackburn Rovers suffered their first league defeat in almost three months. Wednesday’s 2-0 loss at Hull City denied…
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Algeria’s AFCON title defence ends in ignominy
Algeria head coach Djamel Belmadi was under no illusions as to the failings of his side as their Africa Cup…
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Ex-MLS MVP Valeri leaves Portland for Lanus
Diego Valeri led Portland to an MLS title in 2015 and was league MVP in 2017. Diego Diaz/Icon Sportswire Portland Timbers…
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Transfer Talk: Bayern keen on Gladbach’s Zakaria as Man Utd interest cools
The 2022 January transfer window is open (find out when it closes here), and there’s plenty of gossip swirling about…
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Jota, Liverpool’s depth shows Arsenal how far they have to go
LONDON — Befitting of a competition in which success is often defined by it, squad depth mattered most in the…
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Sources: Arsenal keen on USMNT’s Turner
12:18 PM ET Jeff Carlisle Close U.S. soccer correspondent Jeff Carlisle covers MLS and the U.S. national team for ESPN…
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Unvaxxed Madrid, Chelsea stars face UCL exile
French lawmakers approved a change to the country’s COVID-19 rules that could impact unvaccinated players in the Champions League. Valerio Pennicino…
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Lucas celebrated Spurs’ wild win in the arms of a bemused steward
Tottenham Hotspur came roaring back from a goal down to see off Leicester City on Wednesday with a remarkable comeback…
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Barca warned over ‘illegal’ Dembele treatment
8:47 AM ET Sam Marsden Moises Llorens Barcelona have been warned over their potentially illegal treatment of forward Ousmane Dembele…
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Which one player should each top European club sign?
The January transfer window is open and though clubs are still finding things tough amid COVID-19 restrictions, financial issues and…
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LIVE Transfer Talk: Arsenal edge closer to loan deal for Juventus’ Arthur
Arthur’s agent was reportedly in London on Wednesday, discussing a loan deal with Arsenal. Daniele Badolato – Juventus FC The 2022…
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Baffling Man United leave more questions than answers despite thrashing Brentford in the end
LONDON — Manchester United remain a baffling team to watch. Despite the confusion and disjointed play on Wednesday, United came…
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Chill index could be ‘high risk’ for USMNT game
A kickoff temperature of about 25 degrees is forecast for the United States‘ World Cup qualifier against El Salvador at…
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Super Eagles flying while AFCON rivals stumble
Nigeria fans must be pinching themselves. Surely this must be a dream. In an Africa Cup of Nations which has…
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Fans attack Atletico bus before Copa match
4:06 PM ET Alex Kirkland Rodrigo Faez Atletico Madrid‘s team bus was attacked by home fans on its arrival at…
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Transfer Talk: Arsenal edge closer to loan deal for Juventus’ Arthur
7:00 PM ET Nick JuddTransfer writer The 2022 January transfer window is open (find out when it closes here), and…
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Tottenham’s Bergwijn on ‘fantastic’ win: A ‘dream’
Tottenham Hotspur‘s Dutch winger Steven Bergwijn said he was living “every boy’s dream” after he came off the bench and…
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Rangnick: Ronaldo’s angry sub reaction ‘normal’
5:56 PM ET Rob DawsonCorrespondent Cristiano Ronaldo reacted angrily after he was substituted on 71 minutes for Harry Maguire. Clive Rose/Getty…
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Barca’s Putellas nets late winner vs. Madrid
Barcelona edged to a 2-1 win over Real Madrid on Wednesday. Diego Souto/Quality Sport Images/Getty Images Midfielder Alexia Putellas celebrated being…
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Barca’s Xavi tells Dembele: Sign contract or leave
8:04 AM ET Sam Marsden Moises Llorens Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez said Ousmane Dembele is free to leave the club…
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Arteta fumes at critics of Arsenal postponement
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta said he will defend his club’s reputation with “teeth and nails” against anyone “lying” over the…
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Qatar World Cup final sees 46% ticket price hike
The cost of attending the World Cup final is up to 46% higher in Qatar than the previous tournament in…
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USWNT great Michelle Akers hopes NWSL coaching gig opens doors for others
Michelle Akers joins the Orlando Pride coaching staff after a decorated playing career with the USWNT. Courtesy of Orlando Pride U.S.…
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Messi left out of upcoming Argentina squad
Lionel Messi has been left off Argentina‘s upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Colombia to allow the forward to…
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Lucha libre meets soccer! Mexican clubs’ amazing wrestling-inspired kits
Dramatic, controversial and often blurring the line between sport and entertainment, it’s easy to find common ground between Liga MX…
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Nigeria have reclaimed their Fear Factor to become AFCON favourites
Former captain Jay-Jay Okocha says Nigeria have reclaimed their “fear factor” two wins into their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON)…
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Ancelotti denies Hazard, Bale rift rumours
8:34 AM ET Alex Kirkland Rodrigo Faez Carlo Ancelotti has said that Eden Hazard and Gareth Bale could have contributed…
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Haaland’s next move: Join Real Madrid, Man City? Stay at Dortmund?
What’s next for Erling Haaland? After a weekend in which the 21-year-old Borussia Dortmund striker told Viaplay that he felt…
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Dropping points becoming the new normal for Chelsea
BRIGHTON, England — Hakim Ziyech‘s reaction to his goal said it all. Chelsea‘s standout moment on another disappointing night, which…
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