Craig Burley lauds Liverpool’s decision to not sign Timo Werner, saying it was a “smart” business move. Trent Alexander-Arnold speaks about the Black Lives Matter movement and explains why he believes change can happen. ESPN FC’s Steve Nicol explains why Jurgen Klopp will look to stay at Liverpool as long as they keep winning. Runaway
Month: June 2020
MLS suspended FC Dallas goalkeeper Jesse Gonzalez on Friday amid allegations of domestic abuse. The league said the decision came after a report of alleged incidents of abuse made to police in Frisco, the Dallas suburb that is home to the soccer club. Frisco police didn’t immediate respond to a request for documents. MLS said
Sid Lowe breaks down why La Liga will play games every day until July 19 when the league resumes June 11. Gab Marcotti explains why Real Madrid may have the edge over Barcelona when La Liga resumes on June 11. Valencia have criticised Atalanta coach Gian Piero Gasperini for taking charge of his side’s Champions
Frank Leboeuf questions if Dortmund’s Jadon Sancho is mature enough for clubs to break the bank. Jan Aage Fjortoft says it’s inevitable Jadon Sancho will leave Borussia Dortmund in the summer. Jan Aage Fjortoft is bewildered Jadon Sancho and several Dortmund teammates failed to follow Bundesliga rules. Michael Zorc defends Jadon Sancho’s visit to the
When a club gets taken over by a new owner, they want to make an immediate statement of intent to their rivals. Sometimes that can be hiring a different manager, but more often than not it means splashing some cash on a star player. Here’s 10 of those signings from recent history, for better or
Herc Gomez believes MLS needs Mario Balotelli as he offers an aura similar to Zlatan Ibrahimovic. Gab Marcotti explains why Serie A is confident players will remain healthy once the season resumes. ESPN FC presents the Battle of the Leagues, a FIFA 20 tournament to determine the best league in the world. Julien Laurens reacts
ESPN FC’s Alexis Nunes and Alex Kirkland discuss Juanma Lillo’s arrival at Man City as Pep Guardiola’s No. 2. Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Ismael Bennacer’s rumoured transfer to Manchester City. Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens react to the news of Vincent Kompany rejecting a coaching role at Man City. ESPN FC’s Rob Dawson
2:27 PM ET DORTMUND, Germany, June 6 (Reuters) – Borussia Dortmund kept alive their fading hopes of wrestling the Bundesliga title from Bayern Munich’s grasp after a second-half goal from Emre Can gave them a 1-0 home win over Hertha Berlin on Saturday. The result left Dortmund second on 63 points with four rounds of
Ian Darke defends his stance against the Premier League allowing teams to have five subs when play resumes. Liverpool‘s crucial clash against Everton as they close in on a first league title in 30 years has been confirmed for June 21, the Premier League announced on Friday, but doubt remains over whether the game will
Sid Lowe explains the difficulties Ousmane Dembele and Philippe Coutinho signings have caused for Barcelona. Gab Marcotti suggests Barcelona could be tempted by Aubameyang if they fail to sign Lautaro Martinez. Ale Moreno doesn’t expect Paris Saint-Germain to offer Sergino Dest the same freedom to grow Ajax has. Sid Lowe says Lionel Messi was never
Ian Darke feels the return of Marcus Rashford and Paul Pogba can boost Man United into the top four. Odion Ighalo reacts to extending his loan from Shanghai Shenhua. Mark Ogden believes David de Gea needs to prove he’s still one of the top keepers in the world next season. Herculez Gomez disagrees with Javier
DeAndre Yedlin shares a message from his grandfather, saying he’d fear for Yedlin’s life in the United States. Columbus Crew winger Etienne explains why his terror turned to rage following recent run-ins with the police. Chicago Fire forward C.J. Sapong explains why there is a “disconnect” when it comes to diversity in MLS. The LA
ESPN Have Chelsea swept in & landed Werner under Liverpool’s noses? Alexandre Simoes/Borussia Dortmund via Getty Images Claudio Reyna went to Germany at 21 and went on to become a USMNT legend. Now his son Gio, 17, is doing the same. Mike Egerton/PA Images via Getty Images From Jordan Henderson’s barber to lifelong season-ticket holders,
Sid Lowe explains the thinking behind La Liga’s late evening kickoffs when the league returns on June 11. Atletico Madrid forward Diego Costa has been handed a six-month prison sentence and a €543,208 fine for tax fraud — although under Spanish law he will not serve jail time. Costa, 31, pleaded guilty in a Madrid court
Sid Lowe says Real Madrid were clearly the best team in Europe in their second of three straight UCL titles. The Exploding Heads delve deep into how footballers continue to keep themselves busy at home. Juve’s Cristiano Ronaldo makes use of a basketball hoop to sharpen his soccer skills at training. Julien Laurens shares his
Welcome to ESPN’s Insider Notebook, featuring contributions from our reporters across the top leagues around the world. In this edition, Manchester United are linked with a slippery customer in midfield. PLUS: The Champions League final could be on the move. Jump to: Aouar wanted by Man City, Chelsea | Arsenal’s Zoom party | CL final on the move | Smalling needs
4:31 PM ET A superb header by Freiburg substitute Nils Petersen secured a 1-0 home win over 10-man Borussia Monchengladbach who had striker Alassane Plea sent off late in the second half of a lively Bundesliga game on Friday. – Stream ESPN FC Daily on ESPN+ (U.S. only) The result left Gladbach fourth on 56
Timo Werner and Liverpool seemed such an obvious fit. He is a quick, mobile striker capable of dropping straight into Jurgen Klopp’s system at Anfield and a player, with a reported £49 million release clause at RB Leipzig, who would also mirror the club’s policy of finding value in an inflated market. The Germany international
Sid Lowe says Lionel Messi was never going to leave Barcelona this summer despite his now-expired exit clause. Gab and Juls discuss Quique Setien’s response to Lionel Messi saying Barcelona can’t win the Champions League. La Liga experts Sid Lowe and Ale Moreno test their Messi & Ronaldo IQ in the latest FC quiz. Barcelona’s
Brazilian legend Pele explains why winning the World Cup in Mexico was his best memory in a Brazil shirt. On this day in 2015, ESPN’s Bob Ley showed his frustration with the FIFA presidential election. Sid Lowe disagrees with Giorgio Chiellini sympathising with Luis Suarez for his bite during the 2014 World Cup. Charlie Gibson