The winter transfer window is closed, but now it’s time to look ahead to the summer! Here are the new rumours floating around Europe’s big leagues and beyond. TOP STORY: Bayern set to pounce for Werner Earlier Transfer Talk reported that Bayern Munich could switch their attentions from Leroy Sane to Timo Werner, and that
Month: April 2020
Botafogo players become the latest to wear masks in protest, unveiling a “coronavirus: Protect yourself” banner. ESPN’s 2014 World Cup crew describe the emotion and pain that came with the host nation’s defeat vs. Germany. Steve Nicol explains why Neymar isn’t one of Brazil’s top five players of all time following his 100th cap. Gab
Football lawyer Daniel Geey explains why it’s in the best interest for out of contract players to sign extensions. Premier League clubs should face a windfall tax unless they tackle the “obscene situation” of players earning fortunes during the coronavirus crisis while other employees take pay cuts, the head of a parliamentary committee said on
Football’s decision makers continue to attempt to navigate a way through the coronavirus crisis that has seen all major leagues suspended indefinitely until competitive action can safely resume. But while the game is on hold, decisions and plans are still being made at the top clubs in preparation for when football returns. The leading clubs
Julien Laurens and Gab Marcotti make their picks for the best XI of players last names beginning with “B.” Julien Laurens outlines whether Dortmund’s Erling Haaland might be a key target for Real Madrid in the summer. Alejandro Moreno suggests Raul Jimenez would just sit on the bench if he signed for Real Madrid. Lucas
There were two big stories on the front of Catalan sports daily El Mundo Deportivo last Friday. One was Barcelona’s announcement that they are about to unilaterally cut the salaries of the 1,800 people who work for them, players included. The reason, the club claim, is simple: They have to. The other story, as usual,
Ashley Cole’s house in Surrey was burgled at the start of the new year. Former Chelsea and Arsenal defender Ashley Cole had his house burgled in January. A Surrey Police spokesperson told ESPN: “Our investigation remains ongoing following an aggravated burglary in Fetcham on Jan. 21. “Burglars broke in to the property through the rear
Phil Foden’s still on the bench! The Exploding Heads pit the Premier League’s youngsters against the veterans. ESPN’s 2014 World Cup crew describe the emotion and pain that came with the host nation’s defeat vs. Germany. The FC guys recall moments of anger during their playing career while reflecting on Zinedine Zidane’s headbutt. We may
The winter transfer window is closed, but now it’s time to look ahead to the summer! Here are the new rumours floating around Europe’s big leagues and beyond. TOP STORY: Ronaldo options limited to PSG or Manchester United It looks increasingly likely that Cristiano Ronaldo will leave Italy when the season comes to an end,
Bayern Munich’s Joshua Kimmich and Leon Goretzka start initiative for fight against coronavirus. Sid Lowe details the next steps for La Liga to complete the season in the midst of the coronavirus outbreak. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta explains how coronavirus affected him and his family. Schalke 04 have fined midfielder Amine Harit for attending a
The FC guys recall moments of anger during their playing career while reflecting on Zinedine Zidane’s headbutt. Sid Lowe examines Zinedine Zidane’s role in Real Madrid’s quest to bring Kylian Mbappe to the Bernabeu. Over the years, our writers have been present for some of the game’s greatest occasions. In the latest edition of a
Rob Dawson explains how a spectacular Erling Haaland move to Man United could materialize. Manchester United are ready to rival Real Madrid for Erling Haaland if the striker leaves Borussia Dortmund, sources have told ESPN. Haaland decided against a move to Old Trafford in January, instead choosing to join the Bundesliga side from FC Salzburg.
Julien Laurens reveals how wages will be impacted for players and non-playing staff in the Premier League. Jon Champion says there are $900 million reasons why the Premier League wants to finish the season. Julien Laurens reacts to the latest reported solution of how the English Premier League could be concluded. Premier League footballers have
Former LA Galaxy players Alan Gordon and Mike Magee join Taylor Twellman to assess the state of the current side. ESPN producer Chris Alexopoulos gives Taylor Twellman an inside account of the “Beckham Cam” during his LA Galaxy debut. Former LA Galaxy player Mike Magee revisits the time he sat next to David Beckham on
Pep Guardiola urges fans to stay at home and listen to scientists during the coronavirus outbreak. Craig Burley says he has “no idea” how the Premier League will resolve the Champions League race. Man City defender Nicolas Otamendi puts together a LEGO car while practicing social distancing. Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne says the
Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens ask whether UEFA were right to suggest the season could already be over. Julien Laurens joins Dan Thomas to discuss the big UEFA meeting on Wednesday and its possible implications. Jon Champion says there are $900 million reasons why the Premier League wants to finish the season. UEFA indefinitely suspended
Phil Foden’s still on the bench! The Exploding Heads pit the Premier League’s youngsters against the veterans. With almost all football postponed indefinitely because of the coronavirus pandemic, star players have found themselves at a loose end. With many training grounds off limits, clubs have sent footballers home, where they’re adhering to a quarantine period
There are two primary truths in modern European soccer. 1. Possession is nine-tenths of the law. Of the 12 teams averaging at least two points per match in Europe’s five biggest leagues (Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga, Serie A, Ligue 1) before the 2019-20 season was suspended due to the coronavirus, eight were enjoying at
Frank Leboeuf says he would pursue a Paul Pogba-Matthijs de Ligt swap with Juventus if he ran Man United. Gab Marcotti outlines the wage cuts Cristiano Ronaldo, Maurizo Sarri and the Juventus squad are taking. Gab Marcotti explains how much money Juventus will save after the players accepted a four-month wage cut. Count down Juventus
The winter transfer window is closed, but now it’s time to look ahead to the summer! Here are the new rumours floating around Europe’s big leagues and beyond. TOP STORY: Leicester eye shock Coutinho move Leicester City have emerged as a surprise candidate to sign Barcelona’s Philippe Coutinho this summer, according to Diario SPORT. The Brazilian is currently on