History was made in Germany when kicker chose Eintracht Frankfurt’s sporting director Fredi Bobic as its Man of the Year in 2018. The famous magazine started the tradition back in 1990 but only players and coaches were elected, with the notable exception of Franz Beckenbauer, head of the 2006 World Cup organizing committee. Never before
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FC’s Ale Moreno delves into what is going wrong for Isco at Real Madrid as rumours continue to swirl over his future at the Santiago Bernabeu. The FC guys are incredulous that Isco keeps being left out as Real Madrid struggle to put together results under Santi Solari. Real Madrid made very heavy work of
Last week Arsenal boss Unai Emery came out and said something surprising “We cannot sign players where we have to make a payment… we can only make loan signings.” That’s not what you expect to hear from a club that is six points away from fourth place and is in danger of finishing outside the
Dembele’s skills as a disruptive, creative and aggressive central midfielder probably won’t be found in the same player again. Promising young footballers are regularly compared to a current or former great and it’s usually based upon a couple of attributes: the new Thierry Henry, the new Lionel Messi, the new Ronaldo. They rarely live up
The FC crew answer your tweets on Liverpool’s controversial penalty against Brighton and what’s caused Manchester United’s resurgence. ESPN FC’s Craig Burley breaks down the key factors that guided Manchester United to a statement victory over top-four rivals Tottenham Hotspur. Craig Burley and Steve Nicol are unsure Gareth Southgate will suit Man United after reports
The FC crew answer your tweets on Liverpool’s controversial penalty against Brighton and what’s caused Manchester United’s resurgence. ESPN FC’s Nick Miller runs over the Premier League’s biggest storylines from the weekend’s action. Problem of the weekend — part one Unai Emery’s time at Arsenal began pretty well, that 22-game unbeaten run suggesting he had
MARBELLA, Spain — The team hotel is still the same, a V-shaped block of glass and white stone that wouldn’t look out of place on the Las Vegas strip, overlooking the same glistening sea like blue foil just beyond the palm-tree lined promenade. For the third consecutive year, Borussia Dortmund have returned to this pleasing
Willian’s sublime second-half curler gave Chelsea a 2-1 win over Newcastle, at Stamford Bridge. Willian’s sublime second-half curler gave Chelsea a 2-1 win over Newcastle, at Stamford Bridge. Willian’s sublime second-half curler gave Chelsea a 2-1 win over Newcastle, at Stamford Bridge. LONDON — Willian scored his first Premier League goal since October to give
Nico Barella has only scored one goal this season but his influence in midfield for Cagliari is undebatable. If Nicolo Barella saw a bunch of coffee stained papers down the local bar or a bundle of well-thumbed and dog-eared sports dailies in the common room at Cagliari’s Assemini training ground last week, the likelihood is
After a week off, the Premier League returns and that is music to our ears. Can Ole Gunnar Solskjaer Man United maintain their momentum as they take a step up in competition against Tottenham? Does Jurgen Klopp have a problem on his hands in defence? Here’s what Nick Miller is watching for this weekend… Solskjaer’s
The FC crew share their thoughts on Ole Gunnar Solskjaer reportedly naming Marcus Rashford a starter at the No. 9 position over Romelu Lukaku. Referee expert Peter Walton shares his thoughts on VAR’s decision to rule Tottenham’s Harry Kane onside against Chelsea in the Carabao Cup. Once upon a time, English football used to develop
ESPN FC’s Julien Laurens shares his thoughts on the rumours linking Tottenham midfielder Christian Eriksen with a move to Real Madrid. With Gonzalo Higuain enduring an inconsistent season at Milan, the FC crew assess whether he is worth the price for top-four hopefuls Chelsea. It’s January, and that means the transfer window is open. Which
ESPN FC’s Ligue 1 correspondent Julien Laurens shares the latest on Adrien Rabiot’s future, amid links between the PSG midfielder and Barcelona. Defending Coupe de France champions Paris Saint-Germain advanced to the round of 32 with a 4-0 win over minnows Pontivy in Lorient on Sunday. Sylvain Jule’s own goal got Thomas Tuchel’s men up
Through the Barca Foundation, FC Barcelona are changing the rules to make sure no child gets left offside. The guys respond to your tweets about Christmas traditions, Boxing Day, Tottenham’s ambition in the Premier League and Jose Mourinho’s future. The last Power Rankings of 2018 sees Barcelona continue to lead the way, ahead of Liverpool
Shaka Hislop weighs up the latest transfer rumours involving Eden Hazard, Aaron Ramsey, Christian Eriksen, Miguel Almiron and more. It’s January and that means the transfer window is open. Which players are likeliest to move before it closes at the end of the month? David Amoyal rates the top rumours from around world football. Cesc
There’s rarely a moment’s rest for the Premier League over the festive period and this week heading into 2019 is no different. There’s a potential title-decider at the Etihad, a resurgent Man United and questions galore for Maurizio Sarri. We preview what you need to watch for over the New Year fixtures. Happy 2019! Lukaku
N’Golo Kante scored his third goal of the season early in the second half, and that’s all Chelsea would need as they defeat Crystal Palace 1-0. LONDON — Chelsea tightened their grip on fourth place in the Premier League with a workmanlike 1-0 win over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park, with N’Golo Kante providing the
Manchester City were given early worries, but returned to winning ways with a 1-3 rout of Southampton at St Mary’s. SOUTHAMPTON, England — Three points from St Mary’s on Man City’s 3-1 win over Southampton in the Premier League on Sunday. 1. City rediscover their identity, get back in the winner’s circle The sign that
Manchester City were given early worries, but returned to winning ways with a 1-3 rout of Southampton at St Mary’s. SOUTHAMPTON, England — Manchester City moved back up to second in the Premier League by ending their mini-slump with a 3-1 win at Southampton. After missing a glut of good early chances, City took the
ESPN FC’s Shaka Hislop has his say as to who he feels would be best fit to manage Manchester United moving forward. Stewart Robson agrees with Shaka Hislop that Manchester United have been positive under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, but says a loss could be revealing. “The boss was asking how you are you doing and