The transfer windows in Europe’s top leagues are closed, but it’s never too late to look forward to January. Click here to view the latest transfers, and keep up to date with the newest gossip below. Top 10 free agents in 2020 | European transfer review TOP STORY: Chelsea head Chilwell chase Chelsea have emerged as
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Marcelo Gallardo has put together an impressive CV in his six years in South America. Pep Guardiola is a big fan of River Plate coach Marcelo Gallardo and it’s looking increasingly likely the Manchester City coach will be able to see his work more closely in the coming year. “What Gallardo has done with River
Zlatan Ibrahimovic is basically in a league of his own when it comes to MLS productivity. It’s been 12 years since David Beckham absconded to Los Angeles from Real Madrid, in the name of bringing soccer to the forefront of American sports fans’ consciousness. (Hey, he tried.) There were only 13 teams in Major League
Mark Ogden explains why Man City couldn’t pursue another top centre-back after missing out on Harry Maguire. Craig Burley says Manchester City need to get healthy after falling eight points behind Liverpool. ESPN FC’s Steve Nicol explains how Liverpool’s defence will be the key in topping Man City and ending their 30-year title drought. Alexis
Stewart Robson offers his plan to fix Man United, starting with a change to the system to help Marcus Rashford. Craig Burley addresses Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s fit at Manchester United and credibility as a manager. Man United usually fight for a top six spot, but Mark Ogden says they might be fighting to avoid the
Decision Day has come and gone, leaving Major League Soccer’s 14 playoff sides with nearly two weeks to contemplate their paths to MLS Cup glory. In the regular season’s afterglow, postseason hopes will never be higher for many of these clubs, which is why we’ve detailed precisely why each team can win MLS Cup …
Stewart Robson offers his plan to fix Man United, starting with a change to the system to help Marcus Rashford. The transfer windows in Europe’s top leagues are closed, but it’s never too late to look forward to January. Click here to view the latest transfers, and keep up to date with the newest gossip
Rodri tells Sid Lowe the challenges of being a defensive midfielder in Pep Guardiola’s system. Mark Ogden explains why Man City couldn’t pursue another top centre-back after missing out on Harry Maguire. The FC guys break down how Wolves shut down a potent Manchester City attack in their 2-0 upset at the Etihad. Manchester City
Alexis Nunes and Gab Marcotti break down Bayern’s surprising defeat against Hoffenheim after beating Spurs 7-2. 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: Man United make a signing | Ex-Liverpool player top
This was about cutting losses. This was about moving on. This was about accepting the fact that when you make tons of decisions, you will inevitably make some bad ones. And how you react to bad decisions is often as important as the good decision that you do make. What it was not about is
Alexis Nunes and Julien Laurens question whether Frank Lampard could ever win the Premier League with Chelsea. Christian Pulisic is struggling for time at Chelsea, and Craig Burley says the reason why is simple. Craig Burley says Frank Lampard has rejuvenated Chelsea with youth after the Blues’ 4-1 win over Southampton. When Olivier Giroud arrived
Ale Moreno feels international duty will bring a huge deal of confidence for Antoine Griezmann. Alejandro Moreno breaks down Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo’s impact on El Clasico. Alejandro Moreno examines the players Barcelona may have to sell to get their books in order. Barcelona teenager Ansu Fati has been added to Spain’s under-21 squad
Alain Casanova has left Toulouse. Toulouse and coach Alain Casanova have parted company by mutual consent after a poor start to the season left them third from bottom in Ligue 1. “Toulouse Football Club and Alain Casanova have decided on Thursday morning, by mutual consent, to end his contract as coach of the professional squad,”
The ESPN FC crew debate whether or not Arsenal are good enough to finish third this year. Arsenal are up to third, and Craig Burley says Unai Emery’s side can still go to another level. Craig Burley and Stevie Nicol say Nicolas Pepe looks like “a flash in the pan” after failing to live up
Trent Alexander-Arnold is taking things one game at a time for both England and Liverpool. Craig Burley says Roberto Firmino’s health will be a key factor for Liverpool in the Premier League title race. An angry Jurgen Klopp says Hazma Choudry should have been sent off for his tackle on Mohamed Salah. Liverpool teenager Harvey
Zlatan Ibrahimovic doesn’t shy away from a joke during his speech after receiving a statue of himself in Malmo. Watch Carlos Vela’s top five MLS goals from the 2019 regular season, including his record-breaking 32nd goal. Check out Wayne Rooney’s top five MLS goals from the 2019 regular season, including one from his own half.
The transfer windows in Europe’s top leagues are closed, but it’s never too late to look forward to January. Click here to view the latest transfers, and keep up to date with the newest gossip below. Top 10 free agents in 2020 | European transfer review TOP STORY: Manchester United nearing Mandzukic deal Tuttosport is reporting
ESPN FC’s Shaka Hislop isn’t convinced Thibaut Courtois is the answer for Real Madrid. ESPN FC’s Sid Lowe dives into Real Madrid’s plans to sign Christian Eriksen and questions his fit at the club. ESPN FC’s Gab Marcotti dives into Gareth Bale’s saga at Real Madrid, calling the star’s antics “idiotic.” Alejandro Moreno breaks down
ESPN FC’s Gab Marcotti dives into Gareth Bale’s saga at Real Madrid, calling the star’s antics “idiotic.” Alejandro Moreno breaks down Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo’s impact on El Clasico. Shaka Hislop questions whether or not Gareth Bale will leave Real Madrid in January. Steve Nicol explains the impact Eden Hazard’s first goal for Real
LAS ROZAS DE MADRID, Spain — The handle turns, the door opens and Saul Niguez bursts into the room. There’s just enough space to slip quietly past, out towards the training pitch and up to the players’ residence for lunch, but he’s not about to do that. He’s been listening in from a small office