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Transfer Talk: Chelsea, PSG circling AC Milan keeper Maignan

The summer transfer window has closed for Europe’s top leagues, 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! AC Milan are looking to secure goalkeeper Mike Maignan to a new contract amid interest from Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain, according to Calciomercato. Talks between the club and the…

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October 3, 2023

Euro women’s weekend review: WSL returns in style, Man United win late, Lyon down PSG

After a summer off for good behaviour, the Women’s Super League (WSL) returned on Sunday with an entertaining a day filled with goals, cards and debuts. These are the key talking points from the WSL weekend, along with some highlights from European action. With WSL referees encouraged to mirror the men’s game and clamp down on things like dissent and time-wasting, we saw an influx in cautions over the weekend,…

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October 3, 2023

Transfer Talk: David Beckham steps up push for Luka Modric at Inter Miami

The summer transfer window has closed throughout most of 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! Inter Miami president David Beckham is believed to have spoken to Luka Modric about a potential move in the January transfer window or at the end of the current…

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October 2, 2023

Mallorca’s Aguirre may be an unorthodox coach, but he’s a breath of fresh air in LaLiga

Not so long ago, Real Mallorca manager Javier Aguirre called his best striker a “weird, ugly monster,” but the striker didn’t care. “He’s right: I am ugly. I think there’s something wrong with my wife’s eyesight,” Vedat Muriqi replied. “And he’s [Aguirre] not so handsome either.” And that’s exactly the way they like him. – Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga, more (U.S.) A great storyteller, a born leader, exceptionally charismatic,…

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October 2, 2023

Luton sink Everton to claim first Prem victory

Two goals from set pieces earned Luton Town their first ever Premier League victory as they beat Everton 2-1 at Goodison Park on Saturday to climb out of the bottom three and pile on misery on the hosts.

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October 1, 2023

Man United’s slump continues, Real Madrid thump Girona, Bayern and Leipzig draw

Saturday produced enough talking points across European soccer to solve the energy crisis, as both Manchester United and Manchester City lost, Tottenham overcame Liverpool in controversial fashion, and Real Madrid thumped Cinderella story Girona to take top spot in LaLiga. Elsewhere, Bayern Munich fought back for a valuable point at RB Leipzig, and on Friday night, a longtime Real Madrid star helped his rivals, Barcelona, to victory against Sevilla. –…

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October 1, 2023

Klopp fumes at ‘crazy decisions’ in Liverpool loss

Jurgen Klopp said Liverpool are not a “kicking team” and criticised what he called “crazy decisions” following his side’s 2-1 defeat at Tottenham after receiving two red cards. Curtis Jones was sent off in the 26th minute for a foul on Yves Bissouma when VAR directed referee Simon Hooper to the review screen after he had initially issued a yellow card. Substitute Diogo Jota was then dismissed in the second…

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October 1, 2023

Jamaica boss Donaldson exits after historic WWC

Jamaican women’s national soccer team coach Lorne Donaldson will not renew his contract with the team, the country’s football federation said on Friday. Jamaica’s ‘Reggae Girlz’ reached the knockout phase for the first time in their second appearance at the tournament in Australia and New Zealand but lost to Colombia in the round of 16. – Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga, more (U.S.) The Jamaican Football Federation (JFF) said “both…

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September 30, 2023

Dog steals ball, shows off skills in Mexican game

A pitch-invading dog gave ground staff the runaround after the slippery canine stole the ball and charged around the pitch in a Mexican second-tier game between Alebrijes de Oaxaca and Dorados de Sinaloa on Wednesday. Oaxaca beat Dorados 4-0 but the highlight of the match came as the clock hit 90 minutes. – Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga, more (U.S.) The dog sprinted on to the pitch and demanded the…

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September 30, 2023

Bayern’s star attraction, Musiala takes nothing for granted

KIRCHHEIM BEI MÜNCHEN, Germany — Cast your mind back to 2016, when two young footballers became best friends playing for England’s U15s. They’d grow closer as they represented the country’s U16s, U17s and U21s together. Now, they’re taking the sport by storm. While Jude Bellingham has had a fabulous start at Real Madrid following his move from Borussia Dortmund, Jamal Musiala — now representing Germany at senior international level —…

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September 30, 2023

Norwich hoping for Sargent stay after hot startAugust 17, 2025
Norwich City manager Liam Manning said he is hoping not to receive any bids for Josh Sargent before the close of the transfer window after the United States striker scored for a third straight game to start the new season. Sargent netted his second goal in two Championship games, having also scored in the Carabao… Read more: Norwich hoping for Sargent stay after hot start
Transfer rumors, news: Eze keen on Spurs move, amid Arsenal linksAugust 17, 2025
Tottenham Hotspur could find themself front of the queue to land Crystal Palace midfielder Eberechi Eze, while Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma could replace Ederson at Manchester City if he decides to leave the club for Galatasaray. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors and gossip from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done… Read more: Transfer rumors, news: Eze keen on Spurs move, amid Arsenal links
Sources: Utd close to signing ex-Barça star RolföAugust 16, 2025
Manchester United are closing in on the signing of free agent Fridolina Rolfö, sources have told ESPN, following the termination of her Barcelona contract. Barça and Rolfö agreed to end the player’s contract one year early in June. Rolfö, 31, has played a major role in Barca’s dominance of European football since her arrival at… Read more: Sources: Utd close to signing ex-Barça star Rolfö
Hollywood duo praised for Wrexham spendingAugust 16, 2025
Phil Parkinson said Wrexham have been forced to spend heavily to compete in the Championship after smashing their transfer record to sign Nathan Broadhead. Wales striker Broadhead joined from Ipswich on Thursday in a reported deal worth up to £10 million ($13.56m), although Parkinson quipped Wrexham would have “to get in the Premier League and… Read more: Hollywood duo praised for Wrexham spending
Manchester City’s new ‘rain-soaked’ third kit is a total washoutAugust 15, 2025
Manchester City have gone all out to make a big splash with the source of creative inspiration for their new third kit — the dreary Mancunian drizzle. City have opted to pay homage to the famously near-perpetual rain clouds over Manchester with a perplexing jersey that is sure to split opinion between those who think… Read more: Manchester City’s new ‘rain-soaked’ third kit is a total washout
Transfer rumors, news: Man United push for Baleba, look at WhartonAugust 15, 2025
Manchester City are considering a move for RB Leipzig midfielder Xavi Simons, while Manchester United will make a real concerted effort to sign either Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Carlos Baleba or Crystal Palace’s Adam Wharton. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors and gossip from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done deals… Read more: Transfer rumors, news: Man United push for Baleba, look at Wharton
Prem chief: Don’t need to take matches overseasAugust 14, 2025
The Premier League’s need to take matches overseas to boost its global appeal has “dissipated” since the idea of a 39th match round abroad was first floated in 2008, top-flight chief executive Richard Masters has said. Spain’s LaLiga and the Italian Serie A are taking steps to stage a domestic match each in the United… Read more: Prem chief: Don’t need to take matches overseas
Predicting 2025-26, from Premier League title race to most entertaining teamsAugust 14, 2025
The 2025-26 European soccer season is here! After a busy summer of drama and excitement, including Chelsea knocking off Paris Saint-Germain in the FIFA Club World Cup final, we are back with a new club season across the continent. In the Premier League, the action kicks off with Liverpool vs. Bournemouth on Friday. LaLiga and… Read more: Predicting 2025-26, from Premier League title race to most entertaining teams
Ranking the 30 best men’s soccer club managers in EuropeAugust 13, 2025
Plenty of elite managers have been moving around of late or taking a break, but who are the best in the men’s game in Europe? This list ranks the top 30, covering legends approaching the latter stages of their careers, rising stars just breaking through and everyone in between. How did you go about compiling… Read more: Ranking the 30 best men’s soccer club managers in Europe
Filopoulos latest exec to exit Football AustraliaAugust 13, 2025
Peter Filopoulos is the latest in a string of senior executives to leave Football Australia since the departure of former CEO James Johnson, with the federation also signalling an intent to “refresh” its technical leadership in the wake of Ernie Merick’s departure from the now redundant chief football officer role. First joining Football Australia as… Read more: Filopoulos latest exec to exit Football Australia