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Man guilty of head-butting Roy Keane at match

A 43-year-old man was convicted on Thursday for head-butting former Manchester United captain Roy Keane following a Premier League match. Scott Law was found guilty of assault following a trial at Highbury Magistrates’ Court. The incident took place on Sept. 3 last year after Arsenal’s 3-1 win over United at the Emirates. The television pundit was forcefully head butted near doors at the Emirates while on his way to complete…

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June 7, 2024

Napoli hire Conte after disastrous title defence

Napoli have hired Antonio Conte as their new manager on a three-year contract following their disastrous title defence in the 2023-24 Serie A season. “Napoli is a place of global importance,” Conte said. “I am happy and excited at the idea of sitting on [their] bench. I can certainly promise one thing: I will do my utmost for the growth of the team and the club. My commitment, together with…

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June 6, 2024

Dortmund fined €20k for one-minute match delay

Borussia Dortmund have been fined €20,000 ($21,762) by the German Football Association (DFB) for causing a one-minute delay to the start of a Bundesliga match. The DFB had filed a formal complaint against Dortmund after captain Gregor Kobel was late to the coin toss at the Red Bull Arena for their encounter against RB Leipzig on April 27. – Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga, more (U.S.) Dortmund said in a…

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June 6, 2024

Neymar: Vini Jr. deserves Ballon d’Or after UCL

Neymar has said he believes his Brazil teammate Vinícius Júnior will win the Ballon d’Or award after his impressive season at Real Madrid. Vinícius, 23, was named as the 2023-24 Champions League Player of the Season on Monday after scoring six goals in this season’s competition, including Madrid’s second in the 2-0 win against Borussia Dortmund in Saturday’s final at Wembley. – Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga, more (U.S.) Vinícius,…

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June 5, 2024

De Bruyne open to Saudi move: ‘Incredible money’

Kevin De Bruyne has said he’s “open” to a move to the Saudi Pro League (SPL) owing to the “incredible” financial gain that comes with a move to the Gulf nation. The Manchester City midfielder has one year left on his contract at the Etihad Stadium and has been linked with a move to Saudi Arabia. – Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga, more (U.S.) A source has told ESPN that…

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June 5, 2024

Source: United plan Sancho talks, future unclear

Manchester United are planning talks with Jadon Sancho before deciding on his future, a source has told ESPN. Sancho hasn’t played for United since August following a public bust-up with manager Erik ten Hag. He was loaned to former club Borussia Dortmund in January and helped the Bundesliga side reach the Champions League final, where they lost 2-0 to Real Madrid on Saturday. A source has told ESPN that United…

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June 4, 2024

Ancelotti calls for Kroos retirement U-turn

Carlo Ancelotti has said he wants Real Madrid midfielder Toni Kroos to reconsider his decision to retire after helping the Spanish club win a record 15th Champions League title in a 2-0 victory against Borussia Dortmund. Kroos clinched his sixth Champions League winners’ medal — five with Madrid and one with Bayern Munich — at Wembley, but the 34-year-old stated earlier this season that he would retire from football after…

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June 3, 2024

Kimmich slams ‘racist’ survey on Germany team

Germany midfielder Joshua Kimmich has described a survey that found that 1 in 5 of his compatriots would prefer more white players on the national team as “absolutely racist.” The poll of 1,304 randomly selected participants was commissioned for national broadcaster ARD’s documentary “Unity and Justice and Diversity,” which is to be shown on Wednesday. Some 21% of those surveyed said they would prefer it if more players with white…

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June 2, 2024

Once again, Real Madrid ride out adversity only to emerge as Champions League winners

LONDON — You wonder what went through Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti’s head as the half-time whistle blew at Wembley on Saturday night. His team, the heavy favorites and finalists in six of the past 10 years (and winners each time), could well have been two or three goals down against Borussia Dortmund, the Bundesliga’s perpetual underachievers. It was up to him to fix it. We don’t know what he…

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June 2, 2024

Ex-US coach Ellis hails new FIFA maternity rules

FIFA’s new pay regulations to support female players and coaches through pregnancy, adoption and maternity leave are a big step for women who have struggled to juggle children and career, former United States women’s coach Jill Ellis has said. The regulations — which were approved unanimously by the FIFA Council earlier this month — include the minimum 14 weeks paid maternity leave for players being extended to coaches, while players…

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June 1, 2024

Beckham, Neville complete Salford City takeoverMay 9, 2025
Salford City have been acquired by a new ownership group led by former England internationals David Beckham and Gary Neville, who were already investors in the club, the League Two side announced on Thursday. The ownership group also includes U.S.-based businessman Declan Kelly and Mervyn Davies, the chairman of Britain’s Lawn Tennis Association. Salford said… Read more: Beckham, Neville complete Salford City takeover
Wenger eyes ‘daylight’ offside law ‘in one year’May 8, 2025
Arsene Wenger, FIFA’s chief of global football development, has suggested a change to the offside law, giving greater advantage to the attacking team, could be rubberstamped in a year. The former Arsenal manager first proposed changing to a “daylight” offside law five years ago, when he took up the role with FIFA. Rather than an… Read more: Wenger eyes ‘daylight’ offside law ‘in one year’
Trump: World Cup ‘incentive’ for Russia to end warMay 8, 2025
President Donald Trump has said that the opportunity to compete at football’s 2026 World Cup could be an “incentive” for Russia to end the war with Ukraine. Russian national teams have been banned from international competitions by both FIFA and UEFA since 2022, days after the country’s invasion of Ukraine. Qualification for the 2026 World… Read more: Trump: World Cup ‘incentive’ for Russia to end war
Brazil want to decide new coach next week – chiefMay 7, 2025
The Brazil Football Confederation (CBF) expect to name their new men’s national team coach by the end of next week “at the latest.” The CBF have been looking for a new manager since they sacked Dorival Júnior on March 28. “We know that choosing the coach of the Brazilian national team is a matter of… Read more: Brazil want to decide new coach next week – chief
León out of CWC, spot open for LAFC or AméricaMay 7, 2025
Los Angeles FC and Liga MX side América will face off on May 31 at LAFC’s BMO Stadium for the right to replace Club León at the 32-team Club World Cup to be held in the United States next month, a source confirmed to ESPN. Mexican side León finally lost its legal match against FIFA… Read more: León out of CWC, spot open for LAFC or América
How will Liverpool move on from Alexander-Arnold, as Real Madrid move nears?May 6, 2025
LIVERPOOL, England — As Trent Alexander-Arnold held his arms aloft and soaked up the ovation from the Anfield crowd after his Liverpool side had clinched the Premier League title with a 5-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur last Sunday, a jubilant Kop crowed: “He’s Alexander-Arnold, the Scouser in our team.” It has been a familiar refrain… Read more: How will Liverpool move on from Alexander-Arnold, as Real Madrid move nears?
Transfer rumors, news: Madrid in talks with Arsenal star SalibaMay 6, 2025
Arsenal and Manchester City are keeping tabs on Real Madrid forward Rodrygo, while Manchester United will battle Newcastle United for Bryan Mbeumo’s signature. 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 – Alexander-Arnold to leave Liverpool… Read more: Transfer rumors, news: Madrid in talks with Arsenal star Saliba
Man United ratings: Garnacho, Amad bright sparks; young stars struggleMay 5, 2025
Manchester United suffered a third Premier League away defeat in four matches on Sunday as they lost 4-3 to Brentford at the Gtech Community Stadium. It was almost a nightmare start for the Red Devils when Luke Shaw headed a ball narrowly past his own goal following a lack of communication with goalkeeper Altay Bayindir,… Read more: Man United ratings: Garnacho, Amad bright sparks; young stars struggle
Transfer rumors, news: Juventus make first concrete move to sign HøjlundMay 5, 2025
Juventus have taken the first concrete steps to sign Rasmus Højlund from Manchester United, while Dean Huijsen’s future could be decided this month with Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool all in the race. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors and gossip from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done deals | Men’s January grades… Read more: Transfer rumors, news: Juventus make first concrete move to sign Højlund
Leeds win title, Lampard’s Coventry in playoffsMay 4, 2025
Leeds United sealed the Championship title while Frank Lampard guided Coventry City to their second playoff appearance in three years in a typically dramatic final day in the second tier of English football. Daniel Farke’s team pipped Burnley to the league title on goal difference after Manor Solomon’s 91st-minute goal sealed a 2-1 win over… Read more: Leeds win title, Lampard’s Coventry in playoffs