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Transfer rumors, news: Brighton’s João Pedro to Liverpool?

Liverpool are looking at Brighton & Hove Albion forward João Pedro, while Manchester City could part ways with centre-back Rúben Dias. Join us for the latest transfer news, gossip, and rumors from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done deals | Men’s grades | Women’s grades – Barcelona transfer boss certain club can re-register Olmo – Amorim: Ashworth’s shock Man United exit ‘not the best’ – Mourinho calls on TV…

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December 13, 2024

Pachuca stun Copa Lib champs Botafogo in Cup

Mexican side Pachuca stunned Copa Libertadores champions Botafogo 3-0 on Wednesday to advance to the Intercontinental Cup semifinals thanks to second-half goals from Oussama Idrissi, Nelson Deossa and Salomon Rondon.

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December 12, 2024

2034 World Cup explainer: Why only one bid? Winter or summer? Sportswashing?

Saudi Arabia has been announced as the host nation for the 2034 Men’s World Cup, with FIFA rubber-stamping the confirmation of the 2030 and 2034 editions of the tournament on Dec. 11. A joint bid involving Morocco, Portugal and Spain, combined with one game each in Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay to mark the centenary of the first World Cup in Uruguay in 1930, will be confirmed by FIFA for 2030…

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December 12, 2024

Mourinho wants ‘justice’ over Man City charges

TURIN, Italy — José Mourinho has hit back at Pep Guardiola’s claim that he wants to see Manchester City relegated to League One by saying he only wants “justice in football.” Fenerbahce coach Mourinho, who built a fierce rivalry with then-Barcelona boss Guardiola during his time in charge of Real Madrid between 2010 and 2013, reignited hostilities with Guardiola by saying he won three Premier League titles “fairly and cleanly”…

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December 11, 2024

Inside the super-sub role, and why Durán is the ultimate game changer

Jhon Durán was angry. In October, a minute after he grabbed Aston Villa’s second goal against Bologna in the Champions League with a smart first-time finish, he was walking toward the bench having been substituted. The TV cameras caught him kicking the chair in front of him, throwing all manner of things around as the frustration at being substituted boiled over. Durán is one of the most lethal strikers in…

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December 11, 2024

Romero: Spurs players happy under Postecoglou

Tottenham Hotspur defender Cristian Romero has said his teammates are happy playing under Ange Postecoglou after Sunday’s 4-3 loss to Chelsea dropped them to 11th in the Premier League and heaped more pressure on the Australian manager. “We saw it in the first season [under Postecoglou]. In this second one we’ve suffered a lot of injuries,” Romero told Telemundo. “Players are the first ones to be criticised, then if we…

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December 10, 2024

Jose in shock ref praise after Fener derby loss

Fenerbahce coach Jose Mourinho offered genuine congratulations to the referee despite his team’s second derby defeat of the season. Mourinho’s side saw their five-game winning run end in Saturday’s 1-0 loss at Besiktas. The Portuguese, who has been punished in the past for criticising referees, had nothing but praise for the officiating of Mehmet Türkmen. “If we have referees like this one in every match of the title contenders, the…

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December 10, 2024

Ex-Man Utd, Portugal winger Nani retires

Former Portugal winger Nani, who won four Premier League titles and the Champions League with Manchester United, announced his retirement from professional football on Sunday. The 38-year-old began his career at Sporting CP before he was signed by legendary former United boss Sir Alex Ferguson in 2007 and left to join Fenerbahçe on a permanent deal in 2015. Nani played for 10 clubs in total during his 19-year career, plying…

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December 9, 2024

Ashworth pays price for Man United recruitment as Ratcliffe shows ruthlessness

Every top head coach is only as good as the sporting director charged with building the squad from which they select their team. So Manchester United’s decision to part ways with Dan Ashworth, just five months after hiring him from Newcastle United, highlights how much of a hurry the club are in to become competitive under new boss Ruben Amorim. One source told ESPN that Sir Jim Ratcliffe, United’s minority…

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December 9, 2024

‘Mediocre’ Man Utd need bold decisions – Ratcliffe

Sir Jim Ratcliffe has said Manchester United will need to take “difficult and unpopular decisions” if the club is to restore its place at the top of English and European football. Ratcliffe acquired a 27.7% stake of United earlier this year and later said he wished to break Manchester City and Liverpool’s recent dominance. However, it has proved a difficult year at Old Trafford, with manager Erik ten Hag sacked…

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December 8, 2024

Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid eye Spurs defender Cristian RomeroMarch 16, 2025
Real Madrid are eyeing a move for Tottenham Hotspur defender Cristian Romero, while Newcastle United are interested on-loan Juventus striker Randal Kolo Muani as a potential Alexander Isak successor. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors and gossip from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done deals | Men’s January grades | Women’s January… Read more: Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid eye Spurs defender Cristian Romero
Super Cup probe: Judge questions Gerard PiquéMarch 15, 2025
Former Barcelona defender Gerard Piqué was questioned by a judge on Friday as part of a judicial probe into the business deal that led to the Spanish Super Cup being hosted in Saudi Arabia. Neither Piqué nor his lawyer spoke to reporters gathered outside the courthouse. The probe is examining suspicions of corruption and money… Read more: Super Cup probe: Judge questions Gerard Piqué
Liverpool’s Slot looking to follow Klopp as Newcastle chase historyMarch 15, 2025
LIVERPOOL, England — When Liverpool head coach Arne Slot addressed the media ahead of the Premier League clash with Southampton last weekend, he described the fixture as “the first of three finals.” It was a rallying cry to both players and fans, setting the stage for a week that looked destined to define Liverpool’s season.… Read more: Liverpool’s Slot looking to follow Klopp as Newcastle chase history
Amorim ‘in a hurry’ to win trophies at Man UtdMarch 14, 2025
Ruben Amorim has said he is “in a hurry” to win trophies at Manchester United while also admitting that the club hierarchy recognise he needs time to deliver success at Old Trafford. The Portuguese manager has struggled to turn around United’s fortunes since taking over from Erik ten Hag in November. The club are 14th… Read more: Amorim ‘in a hurry’ to win trophies at Man Utd
Champions League quarterfinal predictions, from Real Madrid-Arsenal to Villa-PSGMarch 14, 2025
Well, the Champions League round of 16 concluded on Wednesday night with some unforgettable second legs and plenty of penalty shoot-out drama. Not only did Paris Saint-Germain eliminate Liverpool on spot-kicks at Anfield this week, but Real Madrid emerged from a trip to rivals Atletico Madrid with a similar victory after 120 tension-packed minutes to… Read more: Champions League quarterfinal predictions, from Real Madrid-Arsenal to Villa-PSG
The Football Reporters: Do Chelsea prove WSL has competitiveness problem?March 13, 2025
On the latest episode of The Football Reporters podcast, ESPN’s Emily Keogh, Tom Hamilton and Jeff Kassouf ask whether Chelsea’s dominance in the Women’s Super League shows the league has a competitiveness problem? Chelsea have won 16 of their 14 games and remain unbeaten in the WSL this season under head coach Sonia Bompastor as… Read more: The Football Reporters: Do Chelsea prove WSL has competitiveness problem?
Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal eye Bayern winger Leroy SanéMarch 13, 2025
Arsenal are considering a move to sign Bayern Munich winger Leroy Sané, while Manchester United prefer a move for Harry Kane over Jean-Philippe Mateta. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done deals | Men’s January grades | Women’s January grades – Man Utd CEO:… Read more: Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal eye Bayern winger Leroy Sané
Why does Madrid legend Ferenc Puskas have a statue in Melbourne?March 12, 2025
Editor’s note: This article was originally published in May 2020, but has been updated ahead of the release of the new documentary Ange & The Boss, which will be screened in select cinemas from March 13. MELBOURNE — There are a lot of statues in Melbourne’s Olympic precinct. Bronze statues encircle the famous Melbourne Cricket… Read more: Why does Madrid legend Ferenc Puskas have a statue in Melbourne?
Man United’s new stadium will be big, but it won’t be world’s biggest football groundMarch 12, 2025
It’s been a long time coming, but Premier League giants Manchester United have formally announced their plans to build a new stadium in the city rather than attempt to redevelop the crumbling infrastructure at Old Trafford. The Theatre of Dreams has been United’s home since 1910 but has been showing its age in recent years,… Read more: Man United’s new stadium will be big, but it won’t be world’s biggest football ground
Arsenal’s title race ends with Man United draw, Real Madrid win ugly: Marcotti explains the weekendMarch 11, 2025
The European soccer weekend delivered a ton to talk about as usual, so let’s dig in. In the Premier League, Arsenal’s draw at Manchester United and Liverpool’s comeback win at Southampton more or less puts the title race to bed for Arne Slot and the Reds, while Real Madrid and Carlo Ancelotti played their way… Read more: Arsenal’s title race ends with Man United draw, Real Madrid win ugly: Marcotti explains the weekend