Ale Moreno says consistency remains an issue for Manchester City despite their 4-1 win at Burnley. BURNLEY, England — Pep Guardiola says it is “crazy and stupid” for Manchester City to think about the title despite a 4-1 win at Burnley on Tuesday night. City moved to within eight points of leaders Liverpool thanks to
Month: December 2019
Ale Moreno says consistency remains an issue for Manchester City despite their 4-1 win at Burnley. Ale Moreno reacts to Pep Guardiola’s decision not to add to Manchester City’s squad in the winter window. Pep Guardiola has won league titles wherever he’s gone, so maybe it’s no surprise he confused Manchester City with Bayern Munich
After Alan Pulido confirms his departure from Chivas, Herc Gomez assesses where his most likely destination is. Oscar Pareja is Orlando City’s new manager, the team announced on Wednesday. The hire has been widely expected for some time after Pareja was recently dismissed by Liga MX side Tijuana. His previous association with Orlando EVP of
Aaron Cresswell scores the only goal of the game as West Ham claim three surprising points at Chelsea. Frank Lampard believes Chelsea’s lack of squad depth was their downfall vs. West Ham United. West Ham pulled off a shock win vs. Chelsea for their first win at Stamford Bridge since 2002. Steve Nicol explains just
Craig Burley, Steve Nicol and Ale Moreno break down Liverpool’s standing in the Champions League field. LIVERPOOL, England — Jurgen Klopp has admitted Liverpool are sweating on the fitness of Fabinho after the midfielder suffered an injury during the draw with Napoli on Wednesday. The Brazilian limped off after 19 minutes and was replaced by Georginio
Julien Laurens says Lionel Messi separated himself from other Ballon d’Or finalists by carrying Barcelona. Craig Burley believes Lionel Messi is single-handedly covering up deficiencies at Barcelona. Shaka Hislop believes Barcelona are far too reliant on Lionel Messi’s “superhuman” performances in recent years. Ale Moreno says Lionel Messi looked “untouchable” and Antoine Griezmann stayed disciplined
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer defends Paul Pogba, who has been absent for Manchester United with an injury. Zinedine Zidane and the Real Madrid hierarchy remain at odds over the signing of Paul Pogba, with the coach “crazy” about the Manchester United midfielder but president Florentino Perez deeming him overpriced. Madrid will look to strengthen their midfield
Freddie Ljungberg is taking the Arsenal job match by match and isn’t thinking about the January transfer window. Arsenal caretaker boss Freddie Ljungberg said he would seek advice from former manager Arsene Wenger as he prepares for his first home game in charge against Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League on Thursday. Ljungberg,
The transfer windows in Europe’s top leagues are closed, but it’s never too early to look forward to January. Click here to view the latest transfers, and keep up to date with the newest gossip below. TOP STORY: Cavani headlines Atletico’s striker shortlist Last summer, Atletico Madrid failed in their attempts to get a deal
Mario Balotelli has been told he can leave Brescia on a free transfer. Brescia owner Massimo Cellino has said forward Mario Balotelli can leave the club on a free transfer in January. Balotelli, who was born in Brescia, joined in the summer but has managed just two goals in six matches with the club rooted
The transfer windows in Europe’s top leagues are closed, but it’s never too early to look forward to January. Click here to view the latest transfers, and keep up to date with the newest gossip below. TOP STORY: Ibrahimovic set for AC Milan move His future has been the source of almost constant speculation since
CAPE TOWN — Germany’s Bundesliga has a growing reputation as one of the most ‘watchable’ top leagues in the world, and is hoping to use that perception to grow its footprint in Africa in the coming years. The English Premier League and Spanish LaLiga have, for some time, had a strong presence in Africa, boosted
The transfer windows in Europe’s top leagues are closed, but it’s never too early to look forward to January. Click here to view the latest transfers, and keep up to date with the newest gossip below. TOP STORY: Liverpool to land Sancho and Berge in January? Stop the presses! Respected journalist Jan Aage Fjortoft is reporting
3:09 PM ET Olympique de Marseille moved within two points of Ligue 1 leaders Paris Saint-Germain as Dimitri Payet scored one and set up the other in a 2-0 win at Angers on Tuesday. A goal from Morgan Sanson and a Payet penalty put second-placed OM on 31 points from 16 games, with PSG having
Antoine Griezmann received a harsh welcome on his return to Madrid, but did the Atletico fans go too far? The Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has notified the government’s Anti-Violence Commission and its own competition committee about the hostile chants directed at Barcelona’s Antoine Griezmann in Sunday’s La Liga game at the Wanda Metropolitano stadium,
Craig Burley thinks Tottenham’s old boss will be the right fit at Old Trafford. Alejandro Moreno explains why Mauricio Pochettino should choose Bayern Munich as his next destination. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says other clubs switching managers won’t change Manchester United’s plan for the future. Former Tottenham Hotspur coach Mauricio Pochettino has said he is already
After Arsenal’s defeat to Frankfurt, Steve Nicol feels there is no way back for Unai Emery with the Gunners. The FC guys try to wrap their heads around the possibility of Massimiliano Allegri managing Arsenal. The transfer windows in Europe’s top leagues are closed, but it’s never too early to look forward to January. Click
Alejandro Moreno questions whether Luis Suarez has enough left in the tank to be the star-man for Inter Miami. Ale Moreno chooses his top three targets for Inter Miami. Watch the full segment on ESPN FC’s YouTube channel. MLS confirmed the conference designations for its 2020 expansion teams Monday, placing Inter Miami CF in the
Ale Moreno details how Manchester United can get the better of Jose Mourinho upon his return to Old Trafford. Jose Mourinho has said he was “happy” at Manchester United and expects to get a good reception when he returns as Tottenham manager on Wednesday. Mourinho was sacked by United in December last year and will
Craig Burley, Steve Nicol and Ale Moreno break down Liverpool’s standing in the Champions League field. LIVERPOOL, England — For once, the late winner never came and Liverpool had to settle for a point. There will be some disappointment that they could not secure qualification from their Champions League group against Napoli at Anfield, but