With Lionel Messi set to miss more games with a groin injury, the FC crew question if Ernesto Valverde can turn Barca’s fortunes around. Craig Burley says Barcelona coach Ernesto Valverde’s struggles can only get worse if Lionel Messi’s injury against Villarreal sidelines the star man. Luis Suarez and Junior Firpo were on target as
Frank Leboeuf finds it strange and disrespectful that Paris Saint-Germain star Neymar doesn’t speak French and hasn’t tried to learn. Frank Leboeuf breaks down what Neymar needs to do to get back in the good graces of PSG fans after failing to leave the club in the summer. Lawyers representing Barcelona and Neymar set a second
The transfer windows in Europe’s top leagues are closed, but it’s never too late to look forward to January! Click here to view the latest transfers, and keep up to date with the newest gossip below. All the major completed transfers | European transfer review TOP STORY: United target Dembele, Mandzukic Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar
11:01 AM ET Sept 28 (Reuters) – Cristiano Ronaldo helped Juventus continue their unbeaten start to the Serie A season with a comfortable 2-0 home victory over struggling SPAL on Saturday. Miralem Pjanic’s strike put the hosts in front on the stroke of halftime before Ronaldo headed his third goal of the campaign with 12
11:35 AM ET Wasteful Bayern Munich were made to sweat for a 3-2 win at Paderborn that sent them top of the Bundesliga on Saturday after Leipzig went down 3-1 at home to Schalke for their first loss of the season. The Bavarians, who squandered a bagful of chances, hit the woodwork and conceded two
Frank Leboeuf finds it strange and disrespectful that Paris Saint-Germain star Neymar doesn’t speak French and hasn’t tried to learn. The Exploding Heads provide an alternative review of FIFA 20 and dissect the updated “realism” in players and fans. Paris Saint-Germain coach Thomas Tuchel said superstar Kylian Mbappe will return from a hamstring injury against
Stewart Robson examines Manchester United’s squad and shares his thoughts on where they’ll finish this Premier League season. ESPN FC’s Mark Ogden details the dismal situation facing Manchester United on and off the pitch. Craig Burley says Manchester United is throwing out players hoping they pan out without a true plan in place. MANCHESTER, England
ESPN FC’s Stewart Robson explains why this weekend’s Madrid derby is the best indication of whether or not Real Madrid have turned things around. The FC crew discuss whether Real Madrid are having a good week or have actually moved past their early season struggles. After a 1-0 win over Sevilla, ESPN FC’s Julien Laurens
Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Cristian Pavon each notched a goal and an assist against RSL to help the LA Galaxy clinch a playoff spot. For more MLS, sign up for ESPN+. The MLS Players Association announced revised salary numbers for the 2019 season, reflective of activity during the league’s summer transfer window. The LA Galaxy’s Zlatan
ESPN FC’s Mark Ogden details the dismal situation facing Manchester United on and off the pitch. Stewart Robson examines Manchester United’s squad and shares his thoughts on where they’ll finish this Premier League season. Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea says he and his teammates will “fight to the death” for struggling boss Ole Gunnar
Man City manager Pep Guardiola came to the defence of Bernardo Silva over his controversial tweet. Following Man City’s simple win over Preston, Pep Guardiola praised his young defence that stepped up to shut out their hosts in the Carabao Cup. Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss whether Liverpool’s next six matches could define their
The first Madrid derby of the 2019-20 La Liga season has a lot riding on it because both sides of the Spanish capital want nothing more than to usurp Barcelona. But only one can. If you drive west around Madrid, the city’s very own wacky racetrack, the M30, still takes you underneath the main stand
Ajax ease past winless Fortuna Sittard to return to the top of the league. To watch the Eredivisie, subscribe to ESPN+. The transfer windows in Europe’s top leagues are closed, but it’s never too late to look forward to January. Click here to view the latest transfers, and keep up to date with the newest
Fabian Ruiz has been a revelation in the Napoli midfield and was recently scouted by Barcelona. Five rounds into the 2019-20 Serie A season, we thought it would be fun to highlight the players who have really caught the eye so far. You’ll be aware of some but others will come as a surprise. When
After losing 2-1 to Liverpool, ESPN FC’s Craig Burley says Chelsea’s biggest problem so far this season is finding the back of the net. League leaders Liverpool stay five points clear of Manchester City after the Reds held off Chelsea for a 2-1 win at Stamford Bridge. Craig Burley thinks Christian Pulisic looks out of
Following Man City’s simple win over Preston, Pep Guardiola praised his young defence that stepped up to shut out their hosts in the Carabao Cup. League leaders Liverpool stay five points clear of Manchester City after the Reds held off Chelsea for a 2-1 win at Stamford Bridge. Alejandro Moreno says Manchester City could have
Craig Burley says Barcelona coach Ernesto Valverde’s struggles can only get worse if Lionel Messi’s injury against Villarreal sidelines the star man. Julien Laurens questions where new Barcelona signing Antoine Griezmann can fit in alongside Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez in the team’s formation. Barcelona forward Lionel Messi says hard work and a desire for
Frank Leboeuf finds it strange and disrespectful that Paris Saint-Germain star Neymar doesn’t speak French and hasn’t tried to learn. Frank Leboeuf breaks down what Neymar needs to do to get back in the good graces of PSG fans after failing to leave the club in the summer. Lawyers representing Barcelona and Neymar will meet
Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss whether Liverpool’s next six matches could define their season, ending with a crucial game at home against Manchester City. ESPN FC’s Julien Laurens discusses the tale of two halves for Arsenal in their come-from-behind victory over Aston Villa. After a 2-0 defeat against West Ham, the ESPN FC crew
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