Dayot Upamecano saw red this weekend as RasenBallsport Leipzig’s faint title hopes faded further in a draw with Paderborn, while Cameroon’s Pierre Kunde Malong was among the goals again as Mainz pulled clear of the dropzone with victory at Eintracht Frankfurt. It’s been a frustrating return to action for Leipzig centre-back Upamecano, who was initially
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ESPN Jadon Sancho vs. Alphonso Davies is ‘the battle of the season’ Alexandre Simoes/Borussia Dortmund via Getty Images Claudio Reyna went to Germany at 21 and went on to become a USMNT legend. Now his son Gio, 17, is doing the same. Mike Egerton/PA Images via Getty Images From Jordan Henderson’s barber to lifelong season-ticket
Dortmund’s Erling Haaland opens up on his idols and how much he learnt from Ole Gunnar Solskjaer at Molde. Shaka Hislop must choose whether he would rather try and stop a penalty from Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo. Cristiano Ronaldo is all smiles as his son recreates Ronaldo’s famous goal shout. Cristiano Ronaldo’s kids join
Julien Laurens gives the latest on Manchester United’s pursuit of Borussia Dortmund and England’s Jadon Sancho. Craig Burley picks which top six club outside Liverpool and Man City is the closest to title contention. Mark Ogden and Danny Higginbotham both agree Ryan Giggs is Man United’s most important Premier League player. Danny Higginbotham reflect on
Man United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer shed light on Marcus Rashford’s injury in a 1-0 win over Wolves. Shaka Hislop explains how Manchester United might be able to cope without the injured Marcus Rashford. Juan Mata’s cheeky finish lifts Man United past Wolves and into the fourth round. Watch the FA Cup on ESPN+. Manchester
Don Hutchison likes Borussia Dortmund’s move for Erling Haaland, but says the club has more pressing needs. Shaka Hislop outlines the edge Borussia Dortmund had to get the signature of FC Salzburg’s Erling Haaland. Julian Weigl has agreed to join Portuguese champions Benfica, leaving Borussia Dortmund after four-and-a-half-years at the club. “I would like to
African footballers are ubiquitous in almost all of the world’s biggest leagues, with the continent’s players still one of the greatest contributions to global sport. In 2019, some have been among the top performers in their respective divisions, setting the standard for African players abroad. Here, ESPN’s Ed Dove picks out the outstanding African talent
10:22 PM ET Melissa Reddy Liverpool will depart the United States without a win after being held to a 2-2 draw by Sporting CP at New York’s Yankee Stadium. The Reds fly back to Merseyside on Wednesday night after fulfilling their post-match responsibilities having also lost 3-1 against Borussia Dortmund at Notre Dame Stadium and
Sid Lowe says Atletico Madrid’s offer to Benfica for Joao Felix represents a shift in their transfer strategy, but isn’t convinced it will pay off. Sid Lowe explains why the transition to life at Atleti could be especially difficult for Joao Felix should he make the move to Madrid this summer. Steve Nicol and Janusz
Manchester City celebrated winning the 2018-19 Premier League title after a thrilling back and forth battle with Liverpool throughout the season. Craig Burley says Manchester City justified his past declaration that they’re the best team in club football after they edged Liverpool to the title. Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany reflects on his side’s path
Zack Steffen talks about the pressure of being the USMNT number one, and what he expects from his move to Manchester City. The FC guys mention Manchester United’s ’99 treble winners and Arsenal’s ’98 side when questioning if Man City are the best team of the Premier League era. ESPN FC’s Alexis Nunes joins the
Iker Casillas leaves hospital with wife Sara Carbonero in Porto. The wife of Porto goalkeeper Iker Casillas has said she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, less than three weeks after her husband suffered a heart attack. Spanish TV presenter Sara Carbonero announced on Instagram that she has undergone surgery to remove a malignant ovarian tumour and
Antoine Griezmann and Carlos Vela share a few friendly exchanges on social media ahead of the MLS All-Star Game versus Atletico Madrid. Former Atletico Madrid striker Diego Forlan talks Atleti’s exit from the Champions League vs. Juventus and advises on Antoine Griezmann’s future. Stevie Nicol feels Atletico Madrid’s Saul Niguez is “money well spent” and
The Exploding Heads present the five simple ways to fix Man United, including: lower expectations, be more commercial, fix Paul Pogba and more. Steve Nicol says Manchester United’s struggles in 2018/19 have been unfairly put on Paul Pogba amid rumours he wants to leave the club this summer. Steve Nicol rates the latest transfer rumours,