Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger scores twice as they play out a 2-2 draw at Leicester. Frank Lampard says some things are beyond his control as he discusses Chelsea’s lack of January transfers. LEICESTER, England — If Frank Lampard is going to need Antonio Rudiger to get Chelsea out of trouble every weekend, he can probably
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Steve Nicol considers whether Adama Traore’s recent form could earn him a return to Barcelona. Barcelona are nowhere to be found in Shaka’s Power Rankings after their early Copa del Rey exit. Barcelona twice came from behind to beat Real Betis 3-2 in a thriller at the Benito Villamarin on Sunday, as they moved back
Gab Marcotti says Pablo Mari might not be a first-choice player for Mikel Arteta, but he certainly bolsters the squad. Craig Burley and Herculez Gomez weigh in on the latest transfer rumours surrounding Wolves star Raul Jimenez. Shaka Hislop isn’t convinced Dani Ceballos’ stay at Arsenal lasts past the end of his loan from Real
Ale Moreno believes Neymar’s progression as a player is dependent on his production at PSG. The FC crew analyse Thomas Tuchel’s standing at PSG after his repeated spats with Kylian Mbappe. Shaka Hislop believes Kylian Mbappe’s time at PSG will come to an end after his clashes with Thomas Tuchel. Paris Saint-Germain coach Thomas Tuchel
Sid Lowe gives his take on Gareth Bale’s future at Real Madrid after the winger sat out his fourth straight game. Sid Lowe examines Zinedine Zidane’s role in Real Madrid’s quest to bring Kylian Mbappe to the Bernabeu. Steve Nicol says three out of four Real Madrid defenders didn’t belong on the pitch vs. Real
Shaka Hislop says Paul Pogba’s actions are consistent of a player looking for a way out of his current club. The FC panel don’t foresee 30 year old Odion Ighalo having much of an impact for Manchester United. Beside Bruno Fernandes, Shaka Hislop sees one other positive for Manchester United from their draw vs. Wolves.
Ale Moreno debates if Man City’s attack would surpass Liverpool’s or Juve’s with the addition of Lionel Messi. Liverpool will face no further investigation into allegations they hacked Manchester City’s scouting database, the Football Association has said. Manchester City believed their Scout 7 system was accessed illegally and the Times claimed that Liverpool made a £1
In Germany, it was arguably the Decade of Robert Lewandowski. After arriving at Borussia Dortmund from Poland’s Lech Poznan in the summer of 2010 for $5.2 million, he has done nothing but score goals and win trophies. In his first season with Dortmund, he only made 15 league starts and only scored eight goals, but
After a lacklustre window transfer window, at least some of the weekend matches provided some drama. Here is what stuck with us: JUMP TO: United’s transfer window bungling exposed | Sunnier signs at Spurs | Yep, Liverpool are good | West Ham woes | Lampard’s tough GK choice | Pearson effect gone? | Praising McNeil Are City suffering
Sid Lowe explains why Lionel Messi will likely remain at Barcelona despite recent turmoil within the club. Steve Nicol and Sid Lowe delve into the areas where Barcelona fell short in their Copa del Rey defeat at Bilbao. Inaki Williams’ stoppage time winner sends Athletic Bilbao past Barca. Watch Copa del Rey on ESPN+. Ale
The winter transfer window is closed — but now it’s time to look ahead to the summer! Here are the new rumours floating around following the Jan. 31 deadline day: – Transfer grades: Man United get a ‘D’ for Ighalo– Miller: The good, the bad, and … Man United– O’Hanlon: How Liverpool dominate transfer ‘value’
Shaka Hislop says Mo Salah’s unexpected journey to stardom reflects Liverpool’s team identity. Liverpool continue their march toward destiny, topping Shaka Hislop’s Power Rankings every step of the way, while Real Madrid’s Copa del Rey exit saw them knocked out of the podium places. Dropping out: RB Leipzig, Borussia Dortmund, Manchester City. Agree? Disagree? Let
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2:55 PM ET Real Sociedad ended Real Madrid’s 21-game unbeaten run by winning 4-3 at the Bernabeu on Thursday to reach the Copa del Rey semifinals for the first time in six years. – Stream Copa del Rey matches on ESPN+ Sociedad’s Sweden forward Alexander Isak inspired an incredible attacking display, scoring twice in the
Shaka Hislop says Paul Pogba’s actions are consistent of a player looking for a way out of his current club. The FC panel don’t foresee 30 year old Odion Ighalo having much of an impact for Manchester United. Paul Pogba is approaching the end of his second spell at Manchester United, but it has reached
4:53 PM ET A Shrewsbury Town own goal helped Liverpool advance to the FA Cup fifth round with a 1-0 win at Anfield on Tuesday night. Ro-Shaun Williams inexplicably headed a Liverpool long ball over the head of his keeper in the 75th minute to give the hosts a lead they’d hold onto for an
Don Hutchison says Bayern Munich are starting to put all the pieces together in the league and cup competitions. Former Liverpool CEO Ian Ayre talks through some of his most notable signings during his time with the club. The winter transfer window is closed — but now it’s time to look ahead to the summer!
Steve Nicol considers whether RB Leipzig striker Timo Werner would move to Liverpool in the near future. Shaka Hislop is in studio to make the case for his latest power rankings, which have Bayern above Leipzig. RB Leipzig striker Timo Werner has not ruled out leaving RB Leipzig this summer amid links with Premier League
Shaka Hislop examines the dynamics at play between Lionel Messi and director of football Eric Abidal at Barca. Barcelona coach Quique Setien says all he can do is focus on football, everything else is “out of his control.” Gab Marcotti outlines how the current rift between Lionel Messi and Eric Abidal could progress at Barcelona.
10:48 AM ET Jay Rodriguez came closest to breaking the deadlock. Getty Arsenal toiled to a goalless draw at Burnley as Mikel Arteta’s side were held for the fourth consecutive game in the Premier League. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang returned from suspension to bolster Arsenal and started alongside Alexandre Lacazette, Gabriel Martinelli and Mesut Ozil in a strong