Javier Aguirre remembers watching Lionel Messi for the first time in 2002 and had “no doubts” he’d be great. 17-year-old Lionel Messi lists Maradona, Ronaldinho and Pablo Aimar as his idols. Sid Lowe explains why Lionel Messi is likely to remain at Barcelona despite recent turmoil at the club. Five years ago today, Pele said
Month: April 2020
The coronavirus outbreak has made the summer transfer window uncertain, but here are the new rumours floating around Europe’s big leagues and beyond. Barca target Felipe to replace Pique Barcelona have been one of the busiest clubs during the coronavirus when it comes to making plans for next season, and Sport have linked them with
If it was up to Claudio Lotito, Lazio would be back in training already. Italy has been in a state of national lockdown since March 9, as it works to contain a coronavirus outbreak that has cost more than 21,000 lives in the country so far. But the president of the club that sits second
Julien Laurens defends Neymar’s party lifestyle, comparing him to Ronaldinho who lived similarly and had success. Julien Laurens says PSG should try to retain Mauro Icardi with Edinson Cavani likely to leave on a free transfer. Paris Saint-Germain forward Neymar planned to mock Erling Haaland‘s celebration before their Champions League round-of-16 clash with Borussia Dortmund, according to
Julien Laurens speaks about the possibility of Leroy Sane leaving Manchester City to join Bayern Munich. Gab Marcotti believes Barcelona will need to sell Philippe Coutinho if they seriously want to re-sign Neymar. Is Philippe Coutinho a fitness master or are we all just being fooled by this camera angle? With only a year on
The long-range shot is dead. Long live the long-range shot. In every Premier League season since 2009-10, there had been at least one goal scored from 35 metres out or beyond. The peak was in 2013-14, when five long-rangers found the back of the net, while the average from 2009-10 through 2017-18 was just under
Jan Åge Fjørtoft says playing football in May could occupy medical resources needed to fight the coronavirus. Julien Laurens speaks about the possibility of Leroy Sane leaving Manchester City to join Bayern Munich. RB Salzburg manager Jesse Marsch explains why Erling Haaland has the chance to be the world’s top player. Is Philippe Coutinho a
Gab Marcotti commends Arsenal’s transparency and fairness with club wage cut decisions. David Luiz discusses what makes Martinelli so impressive and how Mikel Arteta plans to make Arsenal shine again. Julien Laurens and Ale Moreno pick whether Mario Balotelli and Alexandre Pato left more to be desired. Chelsea and Arsenal are battling to sign promising
DeAndre Yedlin explains why relegation would improve the stature of MLS. Taylor Twellman says a schedule change would benefit MLS because it would not compete with the NFL. MLS commissioner Don Garber spoke to Taylor Twellman about the league’s plans to restart the season. Newcastle United and United States defender DeAndre Yedlin has said introducing
Julien Laurens explains why all the big clubs in Europe including Real Madrid want Eduardo Camavinga. Sid Lowe sees a future for Real Madrid’s James Rodriguez with former manager Carlo Ancelotti at Everton. Ale Moreno breaks down whether James Rodriguez or Gareth Bale is the better option for Inter Miami. Sid Lowe responds to comments
Shaka Hislop remembers the “driving force” of Liverpool great Steven Gerrard. Jon Champion explains why Liverpool clinching the title remains a major obstacle to the league resuming. Sid Lowe breaks down why Sevilla defender Diego Carlos is appealing to major clubs like Liverpool and Barca. Danny Higginbotham thinks Man United would beat out Liverpool for
The Premier League Hall of Fame inaugural class, as chosen by ESPN, includes two of the most prolific goal scorers in English soccer history and a winger with one of the longest careers in the top flight. The NFL has one. NASA and American astronauts have one, prominently located at the Kennedy Space Center. There’s
Barcelona’s players and supporters come together to show their support in the fight against coronavirus. Portuguese football stars encourage their fan base to stay strong amidst the coronavirus pandemic. Gab Marcotti says players need to be completely transparent with donations made to aid the coronavirus fight. Former MLS player and current doctor Marshall Leonard sheds
Julien Laurens and Frank Leboeuf name some glaring omissions from ESPN FC’s inaugural EPL Hall of Fame class. Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva says is playing the piano and learning to cook during the coronavirus lockdown. Silva has been self-isolating in Portugal since the pandemic caused football to shut down, and the 25-year-old is using
The coronavirus pandemic has brought regular life to a halt as countries fight to contain the spread. Professional sports were naturally hit hard, but as new cases slow down across Europe, all of the top soccer leagues are beginning to firm up plans as best as possible for the resumption of play. With virtually every
espn On This Day in 2015: Pele chooses Messi over Ronaldo ESPN The world has come to a standstill, so we compiled 10 shows and documentaries that will scratch your soccer itch while in isolation. ESPN.com Illustration Bill Barnwell’s rank of the best moves since the league’s launch features legends like Cristiano Ronaldo, Frank Lampard
ESPN Watch on as these two use pinpoint accuracy in a game of soccer tic-tac-toe. ESPN The world has come to a standstill, so we compiled 10 shows and documentaries that will scratch your soccer itch while in isolation. ESPN.com Illustration Bill Barnwell’s rank of the best moves since the league’s launch features legends like
Werder Bremen’s Josh Sargent doesn’t think things can get any worse after a disappointing season so far. Josh Sargent has high hopes for the future of the United States men’s national team. The tattoo on Josh Sargent‘s leg tells the story of the journey he has been on the past 12 months. When he got
The winter transfer window is closed, but now it’s time to look ahead to the summer! Here are the new rumours floating around Europe’s big leagues and beyond. TOP STORY: Barcelona and Real Madrid battle for Kante As well as a new proven goal scorer, Barcelona are also on the hunt for a new “leggy midfielder” and,
Ale Moreno explains why the USMNT need to improve before World Cup qualifying. Uefa general secretary Gianni Infantino talked about the Qatar World Cup and the upcoming Fifa presidential elections. Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger said it makes sense to hold the 2022 Qatar World Cup in the winter months, but admitted it will have an
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