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Pep insists he has no regrets over City extension

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has said he has no regrets over signing a two-year contract extension despite the club’s on-pitch struggles. Man City have just one win in six games across all competitions since the Spanish manager’s new contract was unveiled last month, keeping him at the club until 2027. Following a series of disappointing Premier League performances, the reigning champions find themselves in fifth place with 27 points,…

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December 16, 2024

Transfer rumors, news: Man City eye shock move for Paul Pogba

Manchester City are weighing up a surprise move for free agent Paul Pogba, while Arsenal, Liverpool and Newcastle United are all batting to sign West Ham United star Mohammed Kudus. Join us for the latest transfer news, gossip, and rumors from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done deals | Men’s grades | Women’s grades – Sources: City eye Zubimendi, Guimarães in Jan. – Arteta: Edu departure won’t impact January…

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December 16, 2024

Fonseca orders attitude change for Milan birthday

AC Milan’s players need to improve their attitude and live up to the rich history of the club, manager Paulo Fonseca said on Saturday ahead of a Serie A game against Genoa on Sunday which will mark the Rossoneri’s 125th anniversary. Fonseca ripped into his side on Wednesday, questioning the commitment of some players following their 2-1 victory over Red Star Belgrade in the Champions League. While Fonseca did not…

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December 15, 2024

Dull draw vs. Everton might push Arsenal to make moves in January

LONDON — Maybe Martin Odegaard, Bukayo Saka and set-pieces are not enough to win the Premier League after all. Arsenal have more about them than that, of course, but much of the frustration over Saturday’s 0-0 draw against Everton will likely be channelled toward the club’s approach to the January transfer market. The Gunners were not planning to spend big next month despite the sense of title possibility created by…

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December 15, 2024

Scotland sack Martinez Losa after qualifying failure

Pedro Martínez Losa has been relieved of his role as head coach of the Scotland women’s team after they failed to qualify for the 2025 women’s European Championship. Scotland reached the final playoff stage for the tournament before losing 2-0 to Finland on aggregate earlier in December. The Scottish Football Association (SFA) said will now seek to hire a replacement before their Nations League opener against Austria on Feb 21.…

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December 14, 2024

FMF commissioner resigns amid investment talks

Mexico Football Federation (FMF) commissioner Juan Carlos Rodríguez resigned from his position during a meeting with Liga MX club owners in which there were discussions to approve a $1.25 billion league investment. Rodríguez had commented behind the scenes that he would leave his post if Liga MX’s teams did not accept the deal from Apollo Global Management, sources told ESPN Mexico. The FMF announced that Liga MX president Mikel Arriola…

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December 14, 2024

Champions League projections: Which big clubs will advance?

The first few matchdays of the 2024-25 Champions League campaign were a bit strange from a general vibes perspective. We saw plenty of interesting matches and great performances, but with the freshly expanded format — four more teams, two more matchdays, four-team groups ditched for a giant, 36-team table with two-thirds of teams advancing to the knockout rounds — it was hard to really glean the stakes of what we…

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December 13, 2024

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

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
Slot: No ill will behind Jota tribute disruptionAugust 12, 2025
Liverpool head coach Arne Slot played down the interruption of the minute’s silence in memory of Diogo Jota by Crystal Palace fans ahead of the Community Shield at Wembley. Tributes were paid to former Liverpool forward Diogo Jota, who died in a car crash with his brother André Silva last month and were honoured with… Read more: Slot: No ill will behind Jota tribute disruption
Barcelona LaLiga game in Miami moves step closerAugust 12, 2025
The Spanish football federation (RFEF) has given its approval to a request from LaLiga clubs Barcelona and Villarreal to play a league match in Miami this season. ESPN reported on Sunday that RFEF executives were set to discuss the issue in a board meeting on Monday, in the first step in a process which would… Read more: Barcelona LaLiga game in Miami moves step closer
Transfer rumors, news: Calvert-Lewin fires agent to push for Man United dealAugust 11, 2025
Napoli have joined Everton in the race for Jack Grealish, while Dominic Calvert-Lewin is doing all he can to sign for Manchester United. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors and gossip from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done deals | Men’s grades | Women’s grades – Sources: Chelsea in talks for Man… Read more: Transfer rumors, news: Calvert-Lewin fires agent to push for Man United deal
Real Madrid go retro for superb new third kit from AdidasAugust 10, 2025
Real Madrid have unveiled their gorgeous new third kit for the 2025-26 season which forms part of Adidas’ achingly smart new retro range. The German sportswear brand have decided to mark their 75th anniversary by releasing a slew of strips that are fresh and clean as they are rooted in nostalgia. From Bayern Munich to… Read more: Real Madrid go retro for superb new third kit from Adidas
Transfer rumors, news: Newcastle tell Isak he can’t leave to join LiverpoolAugust 10, 2025
Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak has been told he cannot leave the club for Liverpool this summer, while Anfield is now the most likely destination for Crystal Palace defender Marc Guéhi. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors and gossip from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done deals | Men’s grades | Women’s… Read more: Transfer rumors, news: Newcastle tell Isak he can’t leave to join Liverpool
Wrexham boss ready for return to ‘great league’August 9, 2025
Wrexham boss Phil Parkinson is ready to embrace the grind of the Championship when his side return to the second-tier for the first time in 43 years on Saturday. Three consecutive promotions have taken Wrexham from the National League to an opening day fixture away at Southampton — a side relegated from the Premier League… Read more: Wrexham boss ready for return to ‘great league’