If you stand still, you fall behind. It is one of the truest maxims in professional sport and why cycles of success are fluid, moving from one team to another. Such change can often happen over a period of years rather than months, but in the Premier League right now, the unique challenges facing the
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ESPN’s Taylor Twellman reflects on the anti-racism protests by players throughout the Bundesliga. Manchester City forward Raheem Sterling has urged the Premier League and Football Association (FA) to address a lack of black representation in high positions. Sterling has backed anti-racism protests in the UK after the death of George Floyd in the United States
ESPN Moreno ‘all for’ UCL final 8 in Lisbon 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
Trent Alexander-Arnold speaks about the Black Lives Matter movement and explains why he believes change can happen. Dele Alli speaks about racial inequality following the death of George Floyd and calls on society to change. DeAndre Yedlin shares a message from his grandfather, saying he’d fear for Yedlin’s life in the United States. Manchester City‘s
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
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,
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
Pep Guardiola says football will return but urges fans to continue following government guidelines. Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden has become the latest Premier League player to breach social distancing guidelines amid the COVID-19 pandemic after he was pictured having a kickabout at Formby beach on Merseyside. – ESPN+: Stream ESPN FC TV daily and 30 for 30:
Sid Lowe says Lionel Messi was never going to leave Barcelona this summer despite his now-expired exit clause. Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens debate whether Philippe Coutinho will remain at Barcelona. Sid Lowe explains why Barcelona should give Philippe Coutinho a chance if they can’t find a buyer. Barcelona have enquired about Eric Garcia‘s situation
Aston Villa vs. Sheffield United and Man City vs. Arsenal will be the first games back as Prem returns. The Premier League is considering staging six fixtures at neutral venues — including Liverpool‘s potentially title-winning game at Everton next month — on the advice of police chiefs. Plans were revealed on Thursday for the league to
It’s now exactly nine years since Pep Guardiola last laid hands on the trophy he most cherishes: the Cup With The Big Ears — which the champions of Europe have hoisted to the sky every year since 1956. That was at Wembley, May 28, 2011. And for Manchester City fans, I guess there’s some retrospective
Mark Ogden analyses Leroy Sane’s situation at Manchester City and whether a move to Bayern Munich is possible. Brighton chief executive Paul Barber explains how the club are dealing with player fears on return to training. Manchester City defender Benjamin Mendy said he has taken up painting during lockdown. The Frenchman has admitted he has
Julien Laurens feels that June 19th or 26th are more realistic dates for restarting the Premier League. Gab Marcotti breaks down the latest transfer rumour involving Paul Pogba and Jadon Sancho. Former Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino is happy in London but is open to a move abroad for his next job. The Premier League is
Manchester City have been transformed beyond recognition by the takeover of Sheikh Mansour. More than a decade of Abu Dhabi ownership has yielded 11 major trophies, including four Premier League titles, and more than £1.5 billion spent on players. It began with a bang on Sept. 1, 2008 when the Abu Dhabi Group agreed to
ESPN FC Why Bayern Munich are too strong for Frankfurt 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
Joleon Lescott joins Alexis Nunes and Mark Ogden to discuss Manchester City’s last gasp title win in 2012. Manchester City’s Raheem Sterling insists that player and staff safety is the priority when football returns. Julien Laurens says a deal between Manchester City and Bayern Munich for Leroy Sane would make everyone happy. Gab Marcotti says
Barcelona resume team training drills with the signature rondo taking centre stage at their latest practice. La Liga experts Sid Lowe and Ale Moreno test their Messi & Ronaldo IQ in the latest FC quiz. Barcelona’s full squad takes to the training field as they prepare for the return of La Liga. Gab Marcotti explains
Julien Laurens and Craig Burley react to the news Premier League clubs have agreed to a return to training. Don Hutchison and Craig Burley react to reports of Premier League players hesitant to return to training. Manchester City‘s appeal against a two-year ban from European football will be heard over three days in June, the
Julien Laurens and Craig Burley react to the news Premier League clubs have agreed to a return to training. Don Hutchison and Craig Burley examine Mauricio Pochettino’s options now that his gardening leave is over. Don Hutchison and Craig Burley react to reports of Premier League players hesitant to return to training. Gab Marcotti and
ESPN Why Zlatan ‘needed a Steve Kerr’ to be like Michael Jordan Mike Egerton/PA Images via Getty Images From Jordan Henderson’s barber to lifelong season-ticket holders, supporters are ready to party. But has coronavirus affected their joy? ESPN Illustration Look away now, Fernando Torres, Mario Balotelli and Bebe; Bill Barnwell is back to reveal the
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