Soccer Sport

More than just the ‘Burrito Boys’: How a Bay Area taqueria built an amateur soccer team with Open Cup lore

JUST OFF THE corner of 24th and Mission streets in San Francisco sits a distinctive piece of domestic American soccer’s…

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April 27, 2025

Wrexham’s latest promotion is a miracle. The next will be even harder

WREXHAM, Wales — Wrexham are one step away from the Premier League. The club with the Hollywood owners is now…

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April 27, 2025

Ter Stegen back in Barça squad for Copa final

Marc-André ter Stegen has been included in Barcelona’s squad for the Copa del Rey final against Real Madrid after recovering…

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April 26, 2025

Transfer rumors, news: Contract delay opens door to Barcelona exit for Raphinha?

Raphinha is struggling to agree a new contract with Barcelona as Saudi Pro League clubs watch on, while Manchester United…

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April 26, 2025

Macarthur FC taking Football Australia to court

Football Australia is set for a legal showdown with Macarthur FC amid claims soccer’s governing body misled club owners when…

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April 25, 2025

Sources: Brazil in talks with Ancelotti’s camp

Carlo Ancelotti is once again the front-runner for Brazil’s vacant coaching job, sources told ESPN Brasil. Brazil’s Football Confederation (CBF)…

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April 25, 2025

Source: Rashford eyes Champions League club next

Marcus Rashford is targeting a club playing in the Champions League for his next move, a source has told ESPN.…

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April 24, 2025

Arena: Poch doesn’t understand culture of USMNT

Former United States men’s national team coach Bruce Arena has criticized the appointment of current head coach Mauricio Pochettino, saying…

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April 24, 2025

The Football Reporters: Does a Marcus Rashford-Ollie Watkins swap make sense for Man United?

Marcus Rashford will be back in Manchester on Tuesday night when Aston Villa face Manchester City in the race for…

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April 23, 2025

Thanks to Flick and young stars, treble-chasing Barcelona are fun again

If you are of the Barcelona persuasion or simply a neutral who’s enjoying their verve this season, is it all…

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April 23, 2025

David Moyes ‘would like more’ from Thierno Barry after first Everton hat trickAugust 27, 2026
Thierno Barry scored the first hat trick of his Everton career in the 4-0 Carabao Cup win over Preston, but manager David Moyes still wants more from the striker. Barry took his tally to four in two games — he managed just eight in his first season — with new signing Brennan Johnson scoring his… Read more: David Moyes ‘would like more’ from Thierno Barry after first Everton hat trick
Barcelona cancel World Cup tribute for Spain playersAugust 27, 2026
Barcelona have canceled the planned tribute to their eight players who won the World Cup with Spain this summer. The ceremony was originally scheduled to take place Thursday ahead of the LaLiga match against Athletic Club at Camp Nou. All other clubs featuring members of the ‘La Roja’ squad that lifted the trophy in New… Read more: Barcelona cancel World Cup tribute for Spain players
Carabao Cup 3rd round draw: Liverpool face Spurs, Man United get BrightonAugust 27, 2026
Liverpool will face Tottenham at home in the third round of the Carabao Cup. The tie will see Andrew Robertson make a quick return to Anfield following his summer move to Spurs. There are four other definite all-Premier League ties with Manchester United at home to Brighton, who won at Old Trafford in the FA… Read more: Carabao Cup 3rd round draw: Liverpool face Spurs, Man United get Brighton
Kylian Mbappé bags hat trick as stars shine in Real Madrid routAugust 27, 2026
José Mourinho celebrated his Bernabeu return in style as Kylian Mbappé‘s hat trick inspired Real Madrid to a 4-1 win over Real Sociedad. Mbappé bagged a treble to take his Real goals tally to 89 in 105 appearances and secure a second LaLiga win in a row for Mourinho. Vinícius Júnior was also on target… Read more: Kylian Mbappé bags hat trick as stars shine in Real Madrid rout
Nico González signs for Newcastle from Man City for £52 millionAugust 27, 2026
Newcastle United have signed Nico González from Manchester City for £52 million ($70.9m). The fee is £48 million ($65.4m) plus £4 million ($5.5m) in potential add-ons, sources told ESPN. The Spaniard arrives as part of a new-look midfield for Newcastle, who have lost Bruno Guimarães to Arsenal and Sandro Tonali to Tottenham this summer. “I’m… Read more: Nico González signs for Newcastle from Man City for £52 million
Chelsea offered chance to sign Villa’s Emiliano Martínez – sourceAugust 27, 2026
Chelsea have been offered the chance to sign Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez by his representatives, a source confirmed to ESPN’s Mark Ogden on Wednesday. Villa are looking to offload the World Cup winner following the acquisition of Japan international Zion Suzuki, who they consider to be their long-term No. 1. A deal to send… Read more: Chelsea offered chance to sign Villa’s Emiliano Martínez – source
Palace boss: Expect Ismaïla Sarr to stay amid reported Liverpool interestAugust 27, 2026
Crystal Palace boss Pierre Sage has said he expects Ismaïla Sarr to remain at Selhurst Park despite speculation that he may leave the club. Sarr, who scored 21 goals in all competitions for Palace last season, has reportedly been the subject of interest from Liverpool, as they look to bolster their attacking options before the… Read more: Palace boss: Expect Ismaïla Sarr to stay amid reported Liverpool interest
Tottenham agree Omar Marmoush loan with Man City – sourcesAugust 27, 2026
Tottenham have agreed a season-long loan deal with Manchester City for forward Omar Marmoush with an obligation to buy for £60 million ($82m) next year, sources have told ESPN. The Egypt international is now set to undergo a medical with the London club and complete the formalities of the move. It will be Spurs’ second… Read more: Tottenham agree Omar Marmoush loan with Man City – sources
Alejandro Balde must improve to stay at Barcelona – FlickAugust 27, 2026
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick says Alejandro Balde must improve after the defender indicated his desire to stay at the club. Balde was left out of Barça’s squad for Sunday’s 5-0 win over Elche in LaLiga after Flick suggested he was open to letting the left-back leave this summer. Manchester United are among the clubs to… Read more: Alejandro Balde must improve to stay at Barcelona – Flick
Man United’s Bruno Fernandes eager to ‘make it right’ against IpswichAugust 26, 2026
Bruno Fernandes is determined to “make it right” against Ipswich and belatedly begin Manchester United’s push to better last season’s third-place finish having been given a bloody nose at Hull. Michael Carrick’s Red Devils paid for a passive performance in East Yorkshire as the Championship play-off winners unsettled and outfought a side that had finished… Read more: Man United’s Bruno Fernandes eager to ‘make it right’ against Ipswich