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Greenwood returns to football with Getafe debut

Mason Greenwood made his return to football after coming off the bench for his debut with new club Getafe on Sunday. The striker, who moved to the LaLiga club on loan from Manchester United, made his substitute appearance in the second half as Getafe edged Osasuna in a 3-2 thriller. – Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga, more (U.S.) The 21-year-old will spend the season with Getafe after United decided to…

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September 18, 2023

Transfer Talk: Madrid plot move for Canada’s Alphonso Davies

The summer transfer window has closed throughout Europe, but there are still moves in the works and plenty of gossip swirling around. Transfer Talk brings you all the latest buzz on rumours, comings, goings and, of course, done deals! Real Madrid are keeping an eye on Bayern Munich flyer Alphonso Davies, according to Relevo. The left-back is out of contract with the Bundesliga champions in 2025 and negotiations for a…

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September 18, 2023

Saturday review: Liverpool perplex, Barca cruise, AC Milan slump, more

It’s another busy weekend in European club football as the Premier League, LaLiga, Bundesliga, Ligue 1 and Serie A all have tasty match-ups on the menu. The weekend started with Paris Saint-Germain getting upset by Nice while Bayern Munich battled Leverkusen to a draw. Meanwhile, Saturday had its own surprises, with Manchester United falling to Brighton, Inter Milan walloping AC Milan and Valencia embarrassing Atletico Madrid. – Stream on ESPN+:…

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September 17, 2023

Man United’s on-field feats no better than off-field messes

MANCHESTER, England — After an international break filled with controversy and club statements, Manchester United got an opportunity to let their football do the talking. Rather than taking a positive step forward to help steady the ship, Erik ten Hag and his team were plunged further into crisis by Brighton & Hove Albion. Roberto De Zerbi’s side won 3-1 to end United’s 31-match unbeaten run at Old Trafford in their…

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September 17, 2023

Rubiales case: Prosecutor seeks protective order

Spain’s High Court on Friday imposed a restraining order to prevent former football federation chief Luis Rubiales from coming within 200 metres of forward Jenni Hermoso, as he appeared in court to be investigated for sexual assault. Rubiales denied any wrongdoing during the hearing, which was his first court appearance since the start of the investigation into his behaviour after Spain’s Women’s World Cup final win in Sydney on Aug.…

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September 16, 2023

Father buys son, who has never played football, a place on Czech team for $22k

While a few summer transfers arguably raised an eyebrow or two, we can’t imagine any club having made a stranger signing than Czech third division side FK Usti nad Labem. Rather than strengthening their back four or splashing the cash on a new striker, FK Usti instead opted to sign a 22-year-old who has never played football before. The deal came about when the father of law student Martin Podhajsky…

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September 16, 2023

Why Brighton coach De Zerbi is poised to lead the next wave of elite coaches

There can be a downside to being the “next big thing” in football management — just ask Graham Potter, Julian Nagelsmann and Steven Gerrard. Roberto de Zerbi, however, might just be the real deal. The former Shakhtar Donetsk, Sassuolo, Benevento, Palermo and Foggia coach’s appointment as Brighton & Hove Albion manager this time last year was mocked by former Liverpool manager Graeme Souness. – Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga, more…

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September 16, 2023

Liga F players’ strike called off after deal agreed

A players strike in Liga F, the professional top tier of women’s football in Spain, has ended after an agreement on a minimum wage was reached between the league and players’ unions. The strike saw all games on matchday one of the 2023-24 Liga F season — which were due to take place last weekend — postponed, with matchday two also under threat. – Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga, more…

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September 15, 2023

Putellas talks fighting for change beyond football

Alexia Putellas has said Spain’s footballers are fighting for changes beyond just football as the fallout to Luis Rubiales’ behaviour after last month’s World Cup final continues. Rubiales resigned from his role as Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) president earlier this week after multiple investigations were opened into his conduct following Spain’s 1-0 win over England on Aug. 20, which included an unsolicited kiss on forward Jenni Hermoso. – Rubiales explainer:…

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September 15, 2023

Manchester United have the most expensive squad in the world, Premier League dominates list

With the summer transfer window now formally closed, the CIES Football Observatory in Switzerland has crunched the numbers and produced a list of the top 100 most expensively assembled first-team squads in world football. – Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga, more (U.S.) According to the data, four clubs have managed to break the €1 billion barrier while piecing together their 2023-24 squads, having invested truly vast amounts in transfer fees…

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September 15, 2023

Euro 2025 quarterfinal talking points: Berger’s wonder save, semifinal predictionsJuly 21, 2025
The Euro 2025 tournament is on to the semifinals; we have our Final Four! England came through a mammoth penalty shootout (one of the weirdest ever) against Sweden to set up a clash with Italy, who beat Norway. While world champions Spain knocked out hosts Switzerland to face a dogged Germany — who ousted France… Read more: Euro 2025 quarterfinal talking points: Berger’s wonder save, semifinal predictions
Back in black! Man City’s new away kit inspired by club’s first known jerseyJuly 19, 2025
While it’s common for football clubs to delve into the archives in search of inspiration, Premier League side Manchester City have harked back a little further than usual to find the creative stimulus for their new 2025-26 away kit. In fact, City have quite literally gone all the way back to their original formation 145… Read more: Back in black! Man City’s new away kit inspired by club’s first known jersey
Spain win first Euros knockout game, but still have work to do after beating SwissJuly 19, 2025
BERN, Switzerland — Spain are into the semifinals of the women’s European Championships after winning a knockout game at the tournament for the first time. It sounds remarkable and unbelievable, but it’s true. La Roja, the current world champions and favorites to lift the Euros trophy in Basel later this month, had never previously managed… Read more: Spain win first Euros knockout game, but still have work to do after beating Swiss
Argentina to allow away fans after 12-year banJuly 18, 2025
Argentine football clubs can now welcome away supporters after a 12-year ban, the Argentine Football Association said on Thursday. The ban, imposed in 2013 following violent incidents, including the death of a spectator, has now been lifted as part of a staged reintroduction ahead of the next round of fixtures in the current league campaign.… Read more: Argentina to allow away fans after 12-year ban
The Next Episode: Snoop invests in Swansea CityJuly 18, 2025
SWANSEA, Wales — Snoop Dogg has become a “co-owner and investor” of Welsh soccer club Swansea. The former Premier League club, which plays in the English second division, didn’t disclose financial details in Thursday’s announcement. The investment shines a spotlight on yet another unheralded team from Wales after Wrexham’s well-documented journey. “My love of football… Read more: The Next Episode: Snoop invests in Swansea City
Ter Stegen trains alone, Barça future in doubtJuly 17, 2025
Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen has been training on his own since the club’s return to preseason on Sunday amid continued uncertainty over his future. Barça’s players underwent medical tests on Sunday before Hansi Flick held the first team session on Monday, with the club informing that Ter Stegen trained alone in the gym. The… Read more: Ter Stegen trains alone, Barça future in doubt
Poland hire new coach after Lewandowski falloutJuly 17, 2025
Jan Urban has been appointed as the coach of Poland, the country’s football association (PZPN) said on Wednesday, with the 63-year-old replacing Michal Probierz. Probierz resigned in June following a row over his decision to replace Robert Lewandowski as captain. Urban becomes Poland’s fifth coach since 2021, with Probierz lasting the longest having taken charge… Read more: Poland hire new coach after Lewandowski fallout
Henderson joins Brentford on two-year contractJuly 16, 2025
Jordan Henderson has signed for Brentford on a two-year contract after leaving Ajax on a free transfer. Brentford coach Keith Andrews highlighted the 35-year-old’s experience as a key factor in the decision to sign him. “When we became aware of Jordan’s availability, it was a pretty simple decision,” Andrews said. “We did our due diligence… Read more: Henderson joins Brentford on two-year contract
How Norway’s nine-tournament wonder Mjelde overcame injury to reach Euro 2025July 16, 2025
ZURICH — Maren Mjelde had sung Norway’s anthem 180 times before, but as she lined up for her country’s Euro 2025 opener against hosts Switzerland on July 2, this rendition of “Ja, vi elsker dette landet” (Yes, We Love This Country) was poignant. It marked her ninth major tournament, but also provided a moment of… Read more: How Norway’s nine-tournament wonder Mjelde overcame injury to reach Euro 2025
Euro 2025 group games draw record crowdsJuly 15, 2025
The group stage of the Women’s European Championship which finished on Sunday had record-breaking attendances with close to half a million fans attending games, and 22 of the 24 of them sold out. As well as 461,582 fans attending matches, there were several individual game records as well, according to European football’s governing body UEFA.… Read more: Euro 2025 group games draw record crowds