Stewart Robson cites Barcelona’s defeats against Liverpool and Roma in response to Cristiano Ronaldo’s comments that money cannot buy a UCL title. With rumours of Neymar’s return to Barcelona refusing to go away, Santi Solari believes if it does happen one or two players may have to leave the Nou Camp. Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp
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Major League Soccer: Gustavo Bou (3′) New England Revolution 1-0 Orlando City. To watch MLS, sign up to ESPN+. Minnesota United will try to halt hard-charging Portland on Sunday on ESPN, and the red-hot New England Revolution host Western Conference leader LAFC, plus a crucial contest between the New York Red Bulls and Toronto FC.
Steve Nicol breaks down how the possible absences of Mo Salah, Roberto Firmino and Sadio Mane will affect Liverpool early in the season. The FC crew discuss the root causes of Liverpool’s summer struggles and whether they will carry into the start of the season. Christian Pulisic scored twice and won a penalty for Chelsea
ESPN sits down with Joao Felix at the MLS All-Star Game to discuss why he joined Atletico Madrid and his admiration for Cristiano Ronaldo. Diego Simeone discusses how Mexico international and Atletico Madrid newcomer Hector Herrera fits into his plans tactically this season. Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone shares his early impressions of Joao Felix
Sadio Mane, Cristiano Ronaldo and Paul Pogba model the kits they’ll be wearing for the 2019-20 season. The new European season is almost upon us once more, a time of year that is like Christmas for football kit aficionados. All of the continent’s biggest clubs have released their new home, away and (in some cases)
Steve Nicol explains why Diego Simeone would have to alter his coaching philosophy if Atletico Madrid sign James Rodriguez. Steve Nicol and Stewart Robson explain why they’re convinced Atletico Madrid are set up to have more success than rivals Real Madrid this campaign. The FC crew examine Real Madrid’s current issues as Zinedine Zidane’s side
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp was surprised to hear one reporter refer to the Community Shield as a pre-season friendly. The Toe Poke Daily is here every day to bring you all the weirdest stories, quirkiest viral content and top trolling that the internet has to offer, all in one place. Jump to: Daniel James moonlights
3:00 PM ET Melissa Reddy A powered up Liverpool, elevated by the homecoming of some of their world-class talent, eased to a 3-1 win over Lyon in a friendly in Geneva on Wednesday night. Jurgen Klopp had revealed during the club’s U.S. tour that the game in Geneva was scheduled with a view to the
ESPN FC’s Paul Mariner questions whether Tottenham will have depth issues this season with several key players linked to summer exits. Tottenham captain Hugo Lloris shares his views on ICC opponents, Juventus’ Champions League chances, and what new signing Tanguy Ndombele brings to Spurs. BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — The story of Jorge Griffa and Marcelo
4:34 PM ET Tottenham beat Bayern Munich 6-5 on penalties to win the Audi Cup at the Allianz Arena on Wednesday night after a thrilling 90 minutes ended in a 2-2 draw. Spurs looked to be on their way to victory following goals from Erik Lamela and Christian Eriksen that had the visitors leading 2-0
The MLS All-Stars were held scoreless for the first time since 2011 as Joao Felix and Atletico Madrid went on to a 3-0 victory at Orlando City Stadium. Relive the best moments from last night’s MLS Skills Challenge in Orlando. For the last 15 years, the MLS All-Star game has pitted the best of MLS
By Moises Llorens and Sam Marsden Stewart Robson cites Barcelona’s defeats against Liverpool and Roma in response to Cristiano Ronaldo’s comments that money cannot buy a UCL title. Barcelona are finalising a deal to send Brazilian forward Malcom to Russian club Zenit Saint Petersburg for €40 million deal that could include €5-10m in add-ons, sources
Shaka Hislop feels Barcelona’s high asking price for Philippe Coutinho is scaring off potential buyers, given the Brazilian’s erratic from at the Nou Camp. Stewart Robson cites Barcelona’s defeats against Liverpool and Roma in response to Cristiano Ronaldo’s comments that money cannot buy a UCL title. With rumours of Neymar’s return to Barcelona refusing to
10:36 PM ET Jeff Carlisle ORLANDO, Fla. — The 2019 MLS All-Star Game was won by La Liga side Atletico Madrid, who defeated the MLS All-Stars 3-0 in front of a sell-out crowd of 25,527. Marcos Llorente scored the game’s opening goal in the 42nd minute, and despite an improved effort by the home side
ESPN FC’s Stewart Robson goes game by game to illustrate where Real Madrid were most vulnerable during their lacklustre showing in the ICC. Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane appeared irritated after repeated questions on reports that out-of-favour star Gareth Bale was golfing back in Spain during the team’s 1-0 loss on Tuesday to Tottenham Hotspur
3:56 PM ET Christian Pulisic scored twice for Chelsea as they ran away with a 5-3 win against Red Bull Salzburg in a friendly in Austria on Wednesday night that wasn’t as close as the scoreline might suggest. The brace marked the first goals for the U.S. international with Chelsea since signing on with the
By Moises Llorens and Jeff Carlisle Relive the best moments from last night’s MLS Skills Challenge in Orlando. Former Atletico Madrid defender Juanfran Torres is in talks with MLS club Chicago Fire and Brazilian side Sao Paulo, according to ESPN FC sources. The Spaniard left Atleti at the end of last season and has received
Steve Nicol breaks down how the possible absences of Mo Salah, Roberto Firmino and Sadio Mane will affect Liverpool early in the season. Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp was surprised to hear one reporter refer to the Community Shield as a pre-season friendly. The FC crew discuss the root causes of Liverpool’s summer struggles and whether
Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk won the Premier League Player of the Year in May. Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk and Juventus forward Cristiano Ronaldo are among the nominees for FIFA’s The Best award for 2019, along with Barcelona’s Lionel Messi and Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah, organisers have announced. Premier League Player of the Year Van Dijk won the Champions League
After Niko Kovac expressed his interest in Leroy Sane, the FC crew delve into whether the winger should go to Bayern or stick with Man City. Craig Burley and Ian Darke recap Bayern Munich’s emphatic 3-1 win over Real Madrid in their International Champions Cup match at Houston’s NRG Stadium. Bayern Munich chairman Karl-Heinz Rummenigge