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Conte: McTominay better now than at Man United

Napoli manager Antonio Conte praised Scott McTominay’s rise to prominence, highlighting the Scotland midfielder’s growing maturity and influence as the Serie A leaders head into the decisive final weeks of the Serie A title race. Conte’s side are in a strong position before Saturday’s match at Lecce, holding a three-point lead ahead of inconsistent second-placed Inter Milan with four rounds remaining. He highlighted the contribution of McTominay, who has helped…

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May 3, 2025

Man United look like different (good) team as Europa League final gets closer

BILBAO, Spain — A performance out of nowhere and a result no one saw coming: Manchester United breathed new life into their ailing season by shocking Athletic Club in the Europa League semifinals Thursday night. A stunning 3-0 victory in Bilbao means Ruben Amorim’s team — battered and bruised by a miserable campaign in the Premier League — stands on the brink of return to Bilbao later this month for…

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May 2, 2025

Source: Chicago Fire in talks with Kevin De Bruyne

Chicago Fire FC is in talks with Manchester City star Kevin De Bruyne on a designated player contract, a source confirmed to ESPN, and look to have the inside track to sign the Belgium playmaker if he moves to MLS. De Bruyne announced last month that he would leave Man City at the end of the season when his contract with the English club expired. The 33-year-old has been with…

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May 2, 2025

Birmingham break EFL points record with win

Birmingham City broke the English Football League (EFL) record for most points in a season, after a 2-0 away win against Blackpool on Wednesday took the club to an unprecedented 108 points. The club, minority owned by Tom Brady, had already secured the League One title and promotion back to the second-tier Championship. They have managed to garner yet more success this season, though. With victory on Wednesday, Birmingham surpassed…

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May 1, 2025

N.C. Courage add ex-City Group staffer Bowley

The North Carolina Courage on Wednesday added a new chief soccer officer who has had success as City Football Group’s head of coaching support during Manchester City’s rise under manager Pep Guardiola. Now, Dr. Ceri Bowley will take on his first role at the top of a technical staff pyramid for the NWSL club, which includes the title of sporting director, and shape the direction of the Courage. “We always…

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May 1, 2025

Sources: Madrid’s Rüdiger (knee) out for 2 months

Real Madrid defender Antonio Rüdiger is expected to be out of action for up to two months, sources have told ESPN, after undergoing knee surgery on Tuesday. Sources have told ESPN that Rüdiger was expected to be unavailable for up to two months, which would see him miss the remainder of the LaLiga season and jeopardize his participation in this summer’s Club World Cup. The club’s target would be for…

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April 30, 2025

PSG’s Dembélé shows Arsenal what they’re missing: a clinical forward

LONDON — Ousmane Dembélé handed Paris Saint-Germain a crucial UEFA Champions League advantage by scoring the only goal in a 1-0 semifinal first-leg win against Arsenal at the Emirates on Tuesday. Dembélé, who gave PSG an injury scare by limping off in the second half, now has 45 goal involvements in 45 games this season, and his strike here makes Luis Enrique’s team strong favorites to reach the final in…

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April 30, 2025

Sources: Ancelotti to coach Brazil for June games

The Brazil Football Federation (CBF) expects Carlo Ancelotti to be coach of the national team in time to manage a pair of CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers in June, sources have told ESPN’s Pedro Ivo Almeida and Victoria Leite. Although no official agreement is in place between Real Madrid manager Ancelotti and Brazil, discussions in recent days have led to optimism that the 65-year-old will take the job, with sources adding…

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April 29, 2025

How Arne Slot, Liverpool won the Premier League in 2024-25

LIVERPOOL, England — With seconds remaining in Liverpool’s Premier League clash with Tottenham Hotspur, Arne Slot turned on the touchline and blew a kiss to his family in the stands. It was a quiet, understated gesture from the man who has, in that same manner, achieved the unthinkable in his debut season at Anfield. If it was Jürgen Klopp who turned Liverpool supporters from doubters to believers, then it’s Slot…

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April 29, 2025

Wrexham plan ‘no superstars’ policy – Parkinson

Wrexham will operate a “no superstars and no egos” policy when they target new signings for their Premier League push next season after being linked with Jamie Vardy and Kevin De Bruyne, manager Phil Parkinson said after clinching a record-breaking third promotion. Saturday’s 3-0 win against Charlton Athletic at Stok Cae Ras sealed promotion to the EFL Championship from League One and secured Wrexham’s place in the history books as…

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April 28, 2025

Crystal Palace bests Man City to claim FA CupMay 18, 2025
Crystal Palace won their first ever major trophy with a surprise 1-0 win over Manchester City in the FA Cup final on Saturday, thanks to Eberechi Eze’s first-half goal and Dean Henderson’s penalty save.
Villa ease past Spurs for huge boost to UCL hopesMay 17, 2025
High-flying Aston Villa dispatched Tottenham Hotspur 2-0 in the Premier League on Friday to improve their chances of more Champions League football and leave their visitors firmly focused on next week’s Europa League final.
Casemiro: Brazil needed ‘big name’ like AncelottiMay 17, 2025
Manchester United midfielder Casemiro has praised the hiring of Real Madrid’s Carlo Ancelotti for the Brazilian national team, saying that his country “needed” a prominent manager like the five-team Champions League winner. Casemiro won two Champions League titles and a LaLiga crown during his three seasons playing under Ancelotti in Madrid. “After Tite left, I… Read more: Casemiro: Brazil needed ‘big name’ like Ancelotti
CBF prez ousted days after Ancelotti appointmentMay 16, 2025
A Rio de Janeiro court ordered the board of Brazil’s Football Confederation (CBF) to be removed from their positions, including president Ednaldo Rodrigues on Thursday. Fernando Sarney, one of the CBF’s vice-presidents who requested Rodrigues’ removal, was appointed interim president and was tasked with holding elections “as soon as possible”. Rodrigues, who was successfully re-elected… Read more: CBF prez ousted days after Ancelotti appointment
Transfer rumors, news: Wrexham target Premier League stars for promotion pushMay 16, 2025
Wrexham are planning to move for experienced Premier League players as they look to secure promotion to the top flight, while several clubs are targeting Brighton & Hove Albion’s João Pedro. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done deals | Men’s January grades |… Read more: Transfer rumors, news: Wrexham target Premier League stars for promotion push
Madrid down to 10 from first team vs. MallorcaMay 15, 2025
Injuries to Brahim Díaz and Andriy Lunin left Real Madrid with just 10 available first-team players for Real Madrid’s crucial LaLiga game against Real Mallorca on Wednesday. The match has little significance for Madrid but a loss means rivals Barcelona can claim the league title while a win for Mallorca puts them closer to securing… Read more: Madrid down to 10 from first team vs. Mallorca
Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal, Liverpool and Chelsea eye João PedroMay 15, 2025
A trio of Premier League clubs are targeting Brighton’s João Pedro, as Dean Huijsen moves ever closer to joining Real Madrid. 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 – Sources: Man City eye Wirtz; Liverpool… Read more: Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal, Liverpool and Chelsea eye João Pedro
Returning World Cup to Brazil would make Ancelotti the GOATMay 14, 2025
The walls finally collapsed after the abject humiliation of the 4-1 defeat to Argentina in World Cup qualifying at the end of March, a game where Brazil in which dominated from first to last. Coach Dorival Júnior appeared hopelessly out of his depth — and he was the last card played by the sizable lobby… Read more: Returning World Cup to Brazil would make Ancelotti the GOAT
Transfer rumors, news: Delap to choose Man United over ChelseaMay 14, 2025
Manchester United have moved ahead of Chelsea in the race to sign England under-21 international Liam Delap, while Liverpool have held advanced talks regarding Jeremie Frimpong. 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 grades – Brazil… Read more: Transfer rumors, news: Delap to choose Man United over Chelsea
The VAR Review: Why Jackson was sent off for throwing an elbow, but Mings escapedMay 13, 2025
Video Assistant Referee causes controversy every week in the Premier League, but how are decisions made, and are they correct? After each weekend we take a look at the major incidents, to examine and explain the process both in terms of VAR protocol and the Laws of the Game. In this week’s VAR Review: How… Read more: The VAR Review: Why Jackson was sent off for throwing an elbow, but Mings escaped