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England face China, the World Cup’s unknown quantity

England’s final group game will be against China on Tuesday but, even after two matchdays of the 2023 Women’s World Cup, many are still asking: Who are the Steel Roses? Even for avid fans of the women’s game, there are no teams in the top 20 of FIFA’s World Ranking who are as elusive as China, with a revolving carousel of players and regularly changing manager. Indeed, no man or…

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July 31, 2023

Colombia teen Caicedo ‘healthy’ after collapse

Teenage Colombia striker Linda Caicedo is healthy two days after she collapsed in training, coach Nelson Abadia said on Saturday, adding the frightening incident was partly due to the pressure of playing in her first Women’s World Cup. Caicedo, who is expected to play Sunday when Colombia face Germany in Sydney, slowed to a stop during training on Thursday, then put a hand to her chest and laid down on…

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July 30, 2023

England confirm star Walsh avoided ACL injury

England midfielder Keira Walsh has avoided an ACL injury, the Football Association (FA) confirmed on Saturday, although she remains a major doubt for the remainder of the Women’s World Cup. Walsh, who injured her right knee in England’s 1-0 win over Denmark on Friday, has been ruled out of the match against China and will remain with the squad in Terrigal, Australia, as she continues her recovery. The FA did…

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July 30, 2023

Wrexham end U.S. tour with draw vs. Union II

Wrexham were held to a 1-1 draw with Philadelphia Union II, completing the final leg of their preseason tour of the United States.

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July 30, 2023

Mahrez leaves Man City to join Saudi side Al Ahli

Riyad Mahrez has become the latest football star to move to the Saudi Pro League after completing a move to Al Ahli from Manchester City, it was announced Friday. Sources told ESPN that the Premier League champions agreed a £30 million ($38.7m) deal with Al Ahli for Mahrez, who was keen to play in Saudi Arabia. The deal includes a guaranteed payment of £26m plus another £4m in add-ons. –…

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July 29, 2023

Sources: Chelsea see £80m Caicedo bid rejected

Chelsea have had an offer of £80 million ($102m) for midfielder Moises Caicedo rejected by Brighton, sources have told ESPN. The west London club have previously had two offers rejected for the 21-year-old and are holding out for their valuation of over £100m. – Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga, more (U.S.) New Chelsea head coach Mauricio Pochettino is keen to bolster his midfield options after Mateo Kovacic, N’Golo Kante and…

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July 29, 2023

Man United’s U.S. tour: Julia Roberts, Torrey Pines golf and transfers

SAN DIEGO — Not even the bright lights of New York and Las Vegas can distract Erik ten Hag from his mission to get Manchester United back to the top. The team are visiting some of the biggest and busiest cities in the world on their U.S. tour but, for the Dutch manager, nothing is allowed to get in the way of the football. During the first stop, in New…

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July 29, 2023

Bellingham goal leads Madrid past Man United

HOUSTON, Texas — Jude Bellingham scored his first goal for Real Madrid and they beat Manchester United 2-0 at NRG Stadium.

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July 28, 2023

Man City legend Silva retires aged 37 after injury

Manchester City legend David Silva has announced his retirement from professional football aged 37, days after suffering a knee injury. Silva had planned to continue his career at Real Sociedad but an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury picked up in preseason threatened to keep him out for most of next season and pushed him to change his plans. – Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga, more (U.S.) “Today is a sad…

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July 28, 2023

Horan: Anger fueled goal in USWNT tie with Dutch

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — You don’t want to make Lindsey Horan angry. The U.S. women’s national team midfielder said it was a bruising tackle from club teammate Danielle van de Donk and their tense exchange that fueled Horan’s equalizer against the Netherlands in the Women’s World Cup on Wednesday. – Women’s World Cup bracket and fixtures schedule “That’s where you get the best football from Lindsey,” Horan said afterward. “I…

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July 28, 2023

Spain finally have all of Barcelona’s midfield stars on top form togetherJuly 23, 2025
LAUSANNE, Switzerland — Alexia Putellas, Aitana Bonmatí and Patri Guijarro are something of an institution in Barcelona’s midfield, but for different reasons they have been unable to combine for Spain as they have done for their club. The signs at Euro 2025 this summer suggest it’s finally changing, although that will be put to the… Read more: Spain finally have all of Barcelona’s midfield stars on top form together
Bonmati: Pressure on Germany in Euros semifinalJuly 23, 2025
LAUSANNE, Switzerland — Spain’s Aitana Bonmatí has told ESPN few teams could produce the type of performance Germany did against France, as she shifts the pressure on to the eight-time European Championship winners ahead of Wednesday’s semifinal showdown in Zurich. Germany defied going down to 10 players in the 13th minute to hold France to… Read more: Bonmati: Pressure on Germany in Euros semifinal
Transfer rumors, news: Man United in for Chelsea’s Jackson or Leipzig’s SeskoJuly 22, 2025
Atlético Madrid are at the front of the queue to sign Antony, while Manchester United have narrowed their striker search to RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko and Chelsea’s Nicolas Jackson. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors and gossip from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done deals | Men’s grades | Women’s grades –… Read more: Transfer rumors, news: Man United in for Chelsea’s Jackson or Leipzig’s Sesko
England’s Williamson is fit for Italy SF- WiegmanJuly 22, 2025
GENEVA, Switzerland — England captain Leah Williamson is available for their Euro 2025 semifinal against Italy in Geneva on Tuesday. Williamson was forced off injured against Sweden last Thursday after appearing to turn her ankle during the first half of extra time and was then replaced soon after the break by Niamh Charles. There were… Read more: England’s Williamson is fit for Italy SF- Wiegman
Transfer rumors, news: Man United try to gazump Arsenal for GyökeresJuly 21, 2025
Manchester United have made a last-ditch attempt to steal Viktor Gyökeres from under the noses of Arsenal, while Liverpool are determined that Ibrahima Konaté will not join Real Madrid on a free transfer. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors and gossip from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done deals | Men’s grades… Read more: Transfer rumors, news: Man United try to gazump Arsenal for Gyökeres
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