ESPN The ESPN FC Quiz: Messi-Ronaldo edition 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, supporters are ready to
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ESPN Should Liverpool be awarded the title? Steve Nicol says ‘NO!’ ESPN The world has come to a standstill, so we compiled 10 shows and documentaries that will scratch your soccer itch while in isolation. ESPN The Hall of Fame is a concept as old as sports itself but the Premier League finally has a
Gab Marcotti believes awarding PSG their third consecutive Ligue 1 title is the correct decision. Erling Haaland opens up about Dortmund’s UCL loss and explains how PSG players helped to spread his message. Julien Laurens expiains the regulations in Ligue 1 that explain how PSG have been named champions. Paris Saint-Germain are interested in signing
Ian Darke explains what it was like calling Landon Donovan’s goal at the 2010 World Cup in real time. Herculez Gomez and Ian Darke look back on Landon Donovan’s goal to keep the USMNT in the 2010 World Cup. Julie Foudy looks back on Landon Donovan’s goal vs. Algeria to help the U.S. advance at
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
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
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
Three unnamed Leicester City players are in self isolation as the coronavirus outbreak continues to affect world football. Three unnamed Leicester City players are in self-isolation after showing symptoms for the coronavirus, manager Brendan Rodgers has said. – Coronavirus: Cancellations and reactions in sports- Juventus defender Rugani tests positive for the coronavirus– Mbappe tests negative for the
Steve Nicol makes the case for Ederson to become Man City’s spot-kick taker after another miss vs. Leicester. Pep Guardiola reacts to Man City’s 1-0 win over Leicester and gives his take on the penalty decision. Manchester City will have to maintain a very delicate balance for the rest of the Premier League season. The
2:13 PM ET Gabriel Jesus scored a late winner as Manchester City edged Leicester to a 1-0 win in the Premier League on Saturday. Jesus found some space on the right-hand side of the 18-yard box before dispatching the ball past Leicester goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel. The goal was later confirmed by VAR after it was
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
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: TOP STORY: Maddison to snub United for new Leicester deal? Leicester City midfielder James Maddison is close to signing a lucrative new deal with the Foxes,
The panel weighs in on Jurgen Klopp’s commitment to let his first team take the winter break off. While a currently invincible Liverpool await what seems a certain Premier League coronation, the “who makes the Top 4?” plot thickens by the week. Only a fool would dare make a prediction about how this everyday story
The second leg of the Carabao Cup semifinals take place this week, with Aston Villa vs. Leicester City on Tuesday and Manchester City vs. Manchester United on Wednesday (stream matches on ESPN+). Here’s what to look for: ASTON VILLA vs. LEICESTER CITY (Jan. 28, 7:45 p.m. GMT/2:45 p.m. ET on ESPN+) This tie should really be
Following Chelsea’s 2-1 win vs. Hull City, Steve Nicol breaks down their issues in the attacking third. Chelsea have identified Leicester defender Ben Chilwell and Ajax midfielder Hakim Ziyech as priority summer transfer targets, sources have told ESPN, but the club are facing defeat in their attempts to sign Napoli forward Dries Mertens. Manager Frank
Steve Nicol says Man City showed why they are one of the top teams in the league in a win over Leicester. Despite losing to Man City, ESPN FC’s Steve Nicol is quite confidence Leicester will still secure top four. MANCHESTER — Pep Guardiola has never lost back-to-back top flight home fixtures as a manager,
2:12 PM ET Manchester City beat Leicester 3-1 at the Etihad on Saturday to cut the gap to second place to one point, but the result means Liverpool remain 10 points clear at the top with a game in hand. Liverpool are in Qatar and for their FIFA Club World Cup final clash with Flamengo
Steve Nicol doesn’t rate Chelsea or Leicester City as title contenders, despite both sides’ recent good form. Four seasons on from their astonishing 5,000-1 Premier League title win, could Leicester City shock the world all over again? It is possible that Brendan Rodgers’ slick and attractive outfit might even be better than the Claudio Ranieri
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 STORY: Arsenal to make move for Soyuncu Life has a funny way of reminding you of your mistakes,
Mo Salah and Sadio Mane help Liverpool down Man City 3-1 in game marred by VAR controversy. The FC crew examine the title race with Liverpool’s lead now at eight points over Leicester and Chelsea. Steve Nicol feels the reason for not ruling Trent Alexander-Arnold’s handball as a penalty is “garbage”. Stewart Robson says Man