11:30 AM ET BERLIN, Dec 7 (Reuters) – Borussia Moenchengladbach’s Ramy Bensebaini scored twice, including a stoppage-time penalty, for a 2-1 comeback win over champions Bayern Munich on Saturday which kept his team top of the Bundesliga. Algeria international Bensebaini converted from the spot after Javi Martinez had been sent off for bringing down Marcus
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9:24 AM ET Everton lifted themselves out of the Premier League relegation zone on Saturday with a surprise 3-1 home win over Chelsea. Following Marco Silva’s dismissal as head coach this week, Richarlison handed caretaker manager and former Everton player Duncan Ferguson a dream start by finding the net on five minutes, flicking a header
Barcelona manager Ernesto Valverde said the football world must get used to the idea that Lionel Messi will retire in the near future, adding that he will cherish being able to tell people he was able to coach the Argentine. Messi, ranked the No. 1 forward in the ESPN FC 100, was crowned world player
Neal Maupay’s goal in the 80th minute gives Brighton a 2-1 win to extend Arsenal’s winless streak. Ian Darke believes Arsenal are in a crisis with no manager likely to join the club midseason. If Arsenal fans thought things were bad under Unai Emery, then the loss to Brighton has seen them plumb new depths…
4:53 PM ET Barcelona reached the Champions League round of 16 after Lionel Messi scored one and assisted two in his 700th appearance for the club in a 3-1 win over Borussia Dortmund. Luis Suarez opened the scoring in the first half and Messi doubled Barca’s lead four minutes later, scoring his 613th goal for
By Moises Llorens and Julien Laurens Craig Burley says Thomas Tuchel’s man-management issues could dash PSG’s Champions League ambitions. Atletico Madrid are keen on signing Paris Saint-Germain striker Edinson Cavani in January to bolster their attacking options, sources have told ESPN. Cavani, ranked the sixth best striker in the world in ESPN’s FC 100, is out
Aleksander Ceferin has blasted Real Madrid chief Florentino Perez for looking to create world leagues . UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin criticised Real Madrid chief Florentino Perez on Friday for reportedly planning a “selfish and egotistical scheme” to create world leagues. Perez has approached financiers about backing the creation of two world leagues, each with 20
Julien Laurens and Ian Darke question if Manchester United can pull off an upset at the Etihad. Steve Nicol has doubts about Erling Haaland’s fit at Old Trafford should the star make a move to Man United. MANCHESTER — Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has aimed a dig at Manchester City ahead of the
Saturday marks the final Manchester derby of the decade, and it has been a tumultuous 10 years for both City and United. It began with United as the kings of Manchester and the dominant force in English football and with City on the rise following Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed al Nahyan’s huge investment after his
4:22 PM ET Chelsea were the better side in their win over Aston Villa on Wednesday. Getty Images Tammy Abraham scored a goal and set up another on his return from injury as Chelsea beat Aston Villa 2-1 on Wednesday to put their Premier League campaign back on track after two straight defeats. Abraham, who played
Ale Moreno feels competing with Cristiano Ronaldo for the Ballon d’Or is the ultimate fuel for Lionel Messi. 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. Gab Marcotti wonders if Barcelona’s Antoine Griezmann wishes he was
The FC guys try to wrap their heads around the possibility of Massimiliano Allegri managing Arsenal. MILAN — Massimiliano Allegri has confirmed his intention to wait until the summer before returning to management. The 52-year-old, who remains under contract at Juventus until the end of the season, has been linked with many top jobs that
5:04 PM ET A superb Kylian Mbappe goal and a Neymar penalty helped Paris Saint-Germain restore a five-point lead atop the Ligue 1 standings with a 2-0 home win over Nantes on Wednesday. France striker Mbappe found the back of the net with a jaw-dropping backheel finish early in the second half and Neymar doubled
The Serie Awesome crew debate whether or not Serie A needs Zlatan Ibrahimovic. The FC guys try to wrap their head around rumours that Zlatan Ibrahimovic could head to Spurs. Craig Burley explains how Zlatan Ibrahimovic would give Jurgen Klopp something his Liverpool squad is lacking. Zlatan Ibrahimovic has said he can maintain his level until
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: Dortmund could beat heavyweights to Haaland Europe’s most coveted young striker, Erling Haaland, could be available for
By Rodrigo Faez and Alex Kirkland Antoine Griezmann received a harsh welcome on his return to Madrid, but did the Atletico fans go too far? Atletico Madrid are on the verge of completing a deal for Brazilian midfielder Bruno Guimaraes, sources have told ESPN. The club will pay Atletico Paranaense around €30 million for the
Sid Lowe explains why it will be tough for Real Madrid to move on from Gareth Bale in January. Shaka Hislop examines whether these takeaways from the weekend in world football are overreactions. Shaka Hislop believes Gareth Bale has nothing to lose with his current approach at Real Madrid. Gareth Bale has said being whistled
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: Man United to target Southgate or Pochettino? Manchester United may be looking for a new manager by
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
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