Unai Emery explains how captain Granit Xhaka is feeling after his confrontation with Arsenal fans. Craig Burley says Granit Xhaka is unfit to be Arsenal captain and explains why Sokratis is the better option. Craig Burley says Arsenal subbing off its captain in two consecutive games shows dysfunction at the club. Stewart Robson dives into
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Sergio Aguero’s brace sends Manchester City to the quarterfinals. Watch the Carabao Cup on ESPN+. MANCHESTER, England — In the week Pep Guardiola said not even a £500 million bid could tempt Manchester City to sell Phil Foden, a joke did the rounds on social media that the teenager would probably only play for two
The race for the 2019-20 Carabao Cup is intensifying with eight matches on Tuesday and Wednesday, all live on ESPN+, to determine who reaches the quarterfinals. It’s been a fun tournament so far, with several high-profile shocks and an average of over three goals per game. But it’s not just the big clubs like Arsenal,
Late Serge Gnabry and Thomas Muller goals rescued Bayern Munich vs. Bochum in the DFB Pokal. Holders Bayern Munich recovered from an own goal to avoid a humiliating German Cup second-round exit to second division VfL Bochum after two late strikes secured a 2-1 win on Tuesday. Serge Gnabry and Thomas Muller scored in the
12:21 AM ET Oct 30 (Reuters) – Chelsea manager Frank Lampard has said it was important to show belief in his young players after their dispiriting 4-0 defeat by Manchester United in their Premier League opener. Lampard, Chelsea’s record goalscorer, took over as manager in July with the club under a FIFA transfer ban that
BARCELONA — Lionel Messi was at his vintage best on Tuesday as he scored two and set up two more in Barcelona’s 5-1 thumping of Real Valladolid that moved them back to the top of La Liga. Valladolid’s Kiko Olivas cancelled out Clement Lenglet‘s second-minute opener at Camp Nou before the Messi magic began. He
Craig Burley says Granit Xhaka is unfit to be Arsenal captain and explains why Sokratis is the better option. Arsenal has a potential winning goal ruled out after video review in a 2-2 draw vs. Crystal Palace. Craig Burley says Arsenal subbing off its captain in two consecutive games shows dysfunction at the club. Stewart
Craig Burley explains why a plethora of injuries is only one reason Neymar’s time at PSG has been a failure. Brazil captain Dani Alves has said international teammate Neymar has the “sensibility of a child” and must change his ways in order to be respected. Both players are friends and have been teammates at Barcelona and
Stewart Robson presents his top five players in the world, but questions arise over some glaring omissions. With both Juventus and Inter drawing this weekend, Ale Moreno feels both sides will be kicking themselves. The FC crew discuss whether Cristiano Ronaldo or Miralem Pjanic should take free kicks for Juventus. Juventus and Portugal superstar Cristiano
The transfer windows in Europe’s top leagues are closed, but it’s never too early to look forward to January. Click here to view the latest transfers, and keep up to date with the newest gossip below. Top 10 free agents in 2020 | European transfer review TOP STORY: Man United ready to go for Sancho Manchester
Koke has suffered a loss of form with Atletico Madrid this season. Hang on a minute, is that … are they whistling Koke? Koke, the kid in that photo with his idol, Fernando Torres, aged 10? Koke, the boy who joined Atletico Madrid at 6? Koke, who’s still there 21 years later? That Koke? The
Steve Nicol and Craig Burley explain why Man United’s win over Norwich was a sign of progress for the club. Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial both got on the scoresheet as Manchester United toppled Norwich City 3-1. Brian McBride names his top 3 destinations for Kylian Mbappe, including a potential move to Old Trafford. Shaka
A wild weekend of football, and there’s a fantastic bunch of numbers to sift through. ESPN brings you the best of the lot. Premier League Liverpool maintained their imperious form with a come-from-behind win against Tottenham, Manchester United finally remembered what it is like to win away from home in the league, Arsenal were held
Missed some of the action around Europe this weekend? Have no fear: Gab Marcotti is here to catch you up with all the talking points in the latest Monday Musings. Jump to: Breaking down LFC-Spurs | Bad weekend for Juve | We need to fix Premier League VAR | Was that David Silva’s goal? |
Janusz Michallik feels Bayern are a “rudderless ship” and should go after Jose Mourinho. Craig Burley feels the UCL favourites all have one thing in common — their lack of defensive structure. ESPN FC’s Gab Marcotti analyses whether “Mr. Bayern” Thomas Muller will actually leave the club in January. Niko Kovac has said his Bayern
Christian Pulisic made the most of his start with a hat trick in Chelsea’s 4-2 win at Burnley. Craig Burley says Christian Pulisic’s confidence should grow after getting Frank Lampard’s vote of confidence. Ale Moreno compares the early-season form of two young players who moved for big money in the transfer window. Janusz Michallik praises
Janusz Michallik and Ross Dyer believe Barcelona’s new boys are starting to click after their 3-0 win at Eibar. Sid Lowe looks at the possibility of El Clasico being moved from the Camp Nou to Miami, Florida. ESPN FC’s Gab Marcotti provides the latest on the Catalonia protests and how they might affect La Liga.
Another wild weekend in the Premier League saw Arsenal’s failings on and off the field laid bare, Liverpool’s title credentials enhanced yet again and Leicester show they’re the real deal after scoring nine at Southampton. We get you caught up on the action with the Weekend Review. JUMP TO: The end of Emery and Xhaka?
11:11 AM ET Juventus dropped points for just the second time this season in Serie A when they were held to a 1-1 draw at Lecce on Saturday. Paulo Dybala‘s penalty put the champions in front early in the second half but Lecce captain Marco Mancosu quickly replied with a spot kick of his own.
2:58 PM ET AS Roma moved into fifth place in Serie A with a 2-1 win over AC Milan at the Stadio Olimpico on Sunday to continue the visitors’ crisis. Edin Dzeko headed the hosts in front in the first half before Theo Hernandez drew Milan level after the break. Nicolo Zaniolo struck the winner