The 2019-20 season is just a month away and some of the biggest names in football go into the campaign with question marks over their future, both on and off the pitch. Where will they be playing and, when they get their boots on, can they deliver and live up to their reputations? – When
The theme of the rankings this week is communication. It’s important to be clear with your message when conducting the very important business of soccer: Miscommunication can lead to a host of problems and result in numerous aggrieved parties. No one wants angry middle-aged men stalking referees and screaming obscenities. Think of the children. Here
Steve Nicol and Julien Laurens agree that if Neymar’s attempts to leave PSG fail, he may regret the bridges he has burned this summer. Julien Laurens says a cash-plus-players deal is the only way Barcelona can bring back Neymar from PSG, so which players could go the other way? Steve Nicol and Paul Mariner say
Shaka Hislop and Gab Marcotti look ahead to Sunday’s Copa America final between Brazil and Peru in Rio de Janeiro. 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. The sun hadn’t even
ESPN FC’s Julien Laurens says Inter Milan are getting closer to acquiring Man United’s Romelu Lukaku and explains what that means for Mauro Icardi. Gab Marcotti outlines the reasons for the delay in Romelu Lukaku’s proposed move to Inter from Manchester United. If Romelu Lukaku leaves Manchester United this summer, Mark Ogden says it could
With Antoine Griezmann’s move to Barcelona finally complete, Shaka Hislop explains the different ways he can be implemented into their attack. Julien Laurens says a cash-plus-players deal is the only way Barcelona can bring back Neymar from PSG, so which players could go the other way? ESPN FC’s Mark Ogden breaks down why he doesn’t
Julien Laurens reveals PSG sporting director Leonardo has broken his silence and will allow Neymar to leave if the price is right. Paris Saint-Germain are set to sign Borussia Dortmund and France Under-21 defender Abdou Diallo, sources have told ESPN FC. Reports of the deal were first published in French media on Sunday afternoon. After
ESPN FC’s Julien Laurens says Inter Milan are getting closer to acquiring Man United’s Romelu Lukaku and explains what that means for Mauro Icardi. Paul Pogba reportedly wants to leave Manchester United, but Mark Ogden explains why he might need to wait it out at Old Trafford for one more year. If Romelu Lukaku leaves
Former Manchester City winger Shaun Wright-Phillips joins ESPN FC to discuss how Raheem Sterling will perform during the 2019-20 season. The FC crew explain how Rodri will help shore up Man City’s midfield and point out one glaring area they still need to address. With Rodri set to join Manchester City this summer from Atletico
Liverpool legend Steve Nicol says Divock Origi hasn’t improved in his five years at Anfield and brings the level of the team down. Jurgen Klopp has maintained Liverpool will keep their options open regarding recruiting a left-back as cover for Andrew Robertson during the summer transfer window. The Scotland captain, one of the club’s standout players during
7:15 PM ET Harry Shipp got the go-ahead goal in the 71st minute, capping a 13-minute flurry during which all three goals were scored, as the Seattle Sounders remained undefeated at home this season with a 2-1 victory against Atlanta United. Raul Ruidiaz also scored as the Sounders (35 points) improved to 8-0-2 at CenturyLink
ESPN FC’s Julien Laurens says Inter Milan are getting closer to acquiring Man United’s Romelu Lukaku and explains what that means for Mauro Icardi. Julien Laurens says a cash-plus-players deal is the only way Barcelona can bring back Neymar from PSG, so which players could go the other way? The European transfer window is open.
1:41 PM ET Frank Lampard claimed his first win as Chelsea manager at the second attempt with a comfortable 4-0 victory at Irish club St Patrick’s Athletic on Saturday. First-half goals from Mason Mount and Emerson Palmieri were followed up with an Olivier Giroud brace after the break, sealing the win at Richmond Park in
Shaka Hislop says Barcelona would have too much talent with Antoine Griezmann and Neymar to not be considered UCL favourites. With Victor Lindelof now linked with a move to Barcelona, ESPN FC’s Sid Lowe wonders if the Catalan giants are waving the white flag on their pursuit of Matthijs de Ligt. Alejandro Moreno says Barcelona
Julien Laurens says a cash-plus-players deal is the only way Barcelona can bring back Neymar from PSG, so which players could go the other way? ESPN FC’s Mark Ogden breaks down why he doesn’t expect Neymar to join Antoine Griezmann at Barcelona this summer. With Antoine Griezmann’s move to Barcelona finally complete, Shaka Hislop explains
Steve Nicol feels Laurent Koscielny doesn’t have enough leverage at Arsenal to be snubbing their preseason tour. Former Arsenal striker Paul Mariner breaks down why Edu becoming Arsenal’s technical director will do the club a load of good in the coming seasons. Laurent Koscielny refused to go on Arsenal’s preseason tour because of doubts about
Bologna coach Sinisa Mihajlovic has said he has leukemia and will continue working while undergoing treatment. Making the announcement at a news conference on Saturday, an emotional Mihajlovic said: “When they told me, it was a huge shock. I spent two days in my room crying … they are not tears of fear; I know
Julien Laurens says a cash-plus-players deal is the only way Barcelona can bring back Neymar from PSG, so which players could go the other way? Gabriel Jesus defended teammate Neymar following claims Brazil no longer need him. Shaka Hislop says Barcelona would have too much talent with Antoine Griezmann and Neymar to not be considered
Mina Rzouki breaks down the key reasons Juventus have emerged as the likely landing spot for Ajax defender Matthijs de Ligt. 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. After getting a
Former Manchester City winger Shaun Wright-Phillips joins ESPN FC to discuss how Raheem Sterling will perform during the 2019-20 season. The FC crew explain how Rodri will help shore up Man City’s midfield and point out one glaring area they still need to address. With Rodri set to join Manchester City this summer from Atletico