Dayot Upamecano saw red this weekend as RasenBallsport Leipzig’s faint title hopes faded further in a draw with Paderborn, while Cameroon’s Pierre Kunde Malong was among the goals again as Mainz pulled clear of the dropzone with victory at Eintracht Frankfurt. It’s been a frustrating return to action for Leipzig centre-back Upamecano, who was initially
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Dortmund’s Erling Haaland opens up on his idols and how much he learnt from Ole Gunnar Solskjaer at Molde. Shaka Hislop must choose whether he would rather try and stop a penalty from Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo. Cristiano Ronaldo is all smiles as his son recreates Ronaldo’s famous goal shout. Cristiano Ronaldo’s kids join
Zlatan Ibrahimovic launches a fundraiser to “kick coronavirus away” in typical Zlatan fashion. AC Milan forward Rafael Leao has been ordered to pay €16.5 million to former side Sporting Club for unilaterally terminating his contract in 2018. The ruling was made by Portugal’s Court of Arbitration for Sport — Tribunal Arbitral do Desporto (TAS). The
Iker Casillas’ home in Portugal has been raided. Iker Casillas has said he is “absolutely calm” after his home was among those targeted in a series of raids on football clubs, directors, agents and players by Portuguese authorities investigating alleged tax evasion and money laundering. Police officers and tax inspectors searched 76 locations across Portugal
Iker Casillas is likely to confirm his retirement from football after a 21-year career. Former Real Madrid and Spain goalkeeper Iker Casillas has announced his intention to run for the role of president of the Spanish FA, a move that is set to lead to him retiring from professional football as a player. Casillas, who
Craig Burley and Shaka Hislop question Man City’s killer instinct after a 1-0 loss to Manchester United. Manchester United win 1-0 but it’s their rivals Manchester City that progress. Watch the Carabao Cup on ESPN+. Carabao Cup: Nemanja Matic (76′) Man City 0-1 Man United. Watch the Carabao Cup on ESPN+. Shaka Hislop praises Man
Julien Laurens questions whether Man United need Bruno Fernandes and whether he can play with Paul Pogba. Shaka Hislop questions whether Harry Maguire demands more respect at Man United than David De Gea. Jurgen Klopp says it’s strange for a club like Man United to take such a defensive approach to matches. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer
Marcus Rashford’s double for Man United vs. Norwich keeps them in the hunt for the Premier League top four. Despite Manchester United’s 4-0 win Steve Nicol says the midfield play is still not good enough. Mark Ogden feels Man United must press the reset button again and get rid of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Manchester United
Don Hutchison likes Borussia Dortmund’s move for Erling Haaland, but says the club has more pressing needs. Shaka Hislop outlines the edge Borussia Dortmund had to get the signature of FC Salzburg’s Erling Haaland. Julian Weigl has agreed to join Portuguese champions Benfica, leaving Borussia Dortmund after four-and-a-half-years at the club. “I would like to
ESPN FC’s Steve Nicol examines how a potential loan move to Roma could be the solution to Alexis Sanchez’s struggles at Manchester United. Ian Darke says Manchester United won’t be letting Paul Pogba leave Old Trafford due to their lack of depth and experience in the midfield. Craig Burley likes what he saw from Marcus
Liverpool will depart the United States without a win after being held to a 2-2 draw by Sporting CP at New York’s Yankee Stadium. The Reds fly back to Merseyside on Wednesday night after fulfilling their post-match responsibilities having also lost 3-1 against Borussia Dortmund at Notre Dame Stadium and 2-1 to Sevilla at Fenway
Sid Lowe says Atletico Madrid’s offer to Benfica for Joao Felix represents a shift in their transfer strategy, but isn’t convinced it will pay off. Sid Lowe explains why the transition to life at Atleti could be especially difficult for Joao Felix should he make the move to Madrid this summer. Steve Nicol and Janusz
Zack Steffen talks about the pressure of being the USMNT number one, and what he expects from his move to Manchester City. The FC guys mention Manchester United’s ’99 treble winners and Arsenal’s ’98 side when questioning if Man City are the best team of the Premier League era. ESPN FC’s Alexis Nunes joins the
Iker Casillas leaves hospital with wife Sara Carbonero in Porto. The wife of Porto goalkeeper Iker Casillas has said she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, less than three weeks after her husband suffered a heart attack. Spanish TV presenter Sara Carbonero announced on Instagram that she has undergone surgery to remove a malignant ovarian tumour and
Antoine Griezmann and Carlos Vela share a few friendly exchanges on social media ahead of the MLS All-Star Game versus Atletico Madrid. Former Atletico Madrid striker Diego Forlan talks Atleti’s exit from the Champions League vs. Juventus and advises on Antoine Griezmann’s future. Stevie Nicol feels Atletico Madrid’s Saul Niguez is “money well spent” and
The Exploding Heads present the five simple ways to fix Man United, including: lower expectations, be more commercial, fix Paul Pogba and more. Steve Nicol says Manchester United’s struggles in 2018/19 have been unfairly put on Paul Pogba amid rumours he wants to leave the club this summer. Steve Nicol rates the latest transfer rumours,
Jackson Martinez has returned to Europe after signing a season-long loan deal with Portimonense who currently sit bottom of the Portuguese Primeira Liga. Martinez is still officially contracted to Chinese Super League side Guangzhou Evergrande, but has not played an official match since 2016. The former Porto striker insisted he would show “maximum dedication and
Roma boss Eusebio Di Francesco plans to stick by striker Edin Dzeko despite Chelsea’s reported interest. Roma have signed Argentine left-back Jonathan Silva on loan from Sporting Lisbon until the end of the season with a view to a permanent deal. Silva, 23, has been capped twice by his country and joined Sporting in 2014
ESPN FC’s Gab Marcotti feels Inter Milan face a must-win scenario versus Fiorentina if they are to remain in the Serie A title race. Inter Milan have signed defender Lisandro Lopez on loan from Benfica, with an option for a permanent transfer in the summer. Lopez, 28, underwent a medical on Monday night, after a
ESPN FC’s La Liga expert Sid Lowe assesses Barcelona’s start to the season and the reasons behind Luis Suarez’s struggles. Former Brazil goalkeeper Julio Cesar has told ESPN FC it is Neymar’s time to become the best player in the world. Cesar, 38, who currently represents Benfica, played alongside Neymar for Brazil before calling time