Rob Dawson believes Ole Gunnar Solskjaer would like to keep Odion Ighalo beyond his current loan deal. Gab Marcotti explains Odion Ighalo’s contract situation at Manchester United. Kay Murray and Mark Odgen look back on Manchester United’s 1999 Champions League final win vs. Bayern Munich. Shanghai Shenhua have softened their stance on extending Odion Ighalo‘s
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Michael Carrick recalls playing under Sir Alex Ferguson, who retired from managing Man United in 2013. Julien Laurens and Frank Leboeuf wonder if Paul Pogba can regain form if he stays at Manchester United. Danny Higginbotham explains why Angel Di Maria failed to take off at Manchester United after a strong start. Mark Ogden explains
Steve Nicol compares the struggles of world giants Manchester United and AC Milan over the past 10 years. Eric Bailly expects Manchester United to go from strength to strength with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in charge. Rob Dawson details Andreas Pereira’s comments about having to train without a set goal and playing every day. Manchester United
Afshin Ghotbi’s career in soccer has taken to Los Angeles, South Korea, Iran and, now, China. In 2000, Afshin Ghotbi found himself marveling at where life had taken him. Here was an Iranian-born, American-raised soccer coach, heading to Hong Kong from Los Angeles on a British Airways flight so he could interview with a Dutchman
Liverpool came from behind to beat Aston Villa and preserve their six-point lead at the top of the Premier League. Ale Moreno says Liverpool’s close results might indicate a dip in form ahead of a clash with Manchester City. Janusz Michallik argues that Sadio Mané is Liverpool’s most important player, after his goal vs. Aston
Brazilian-born striker Elkeson has changed his name as he prepares to help China qualify for the 2022 World Cup. The 30-year-old, who has played in the Chinese Super League since 2013, became a naturalised citizen earlier in August and was named on Wednesday in China’s squad for their opening 2022 World Cup qualifier at The
Former Real Madrid manager Santi Solari says he only has “good words” for Gareth Bale who now looks set for a move to the Chinese Super League. Steve Nicol and Ross Dyer discuss the knock-on effects that Marco Asensio’s left knee injury will have on Real Madrid’s plans for Gareth Bale and Dani Ceballos. Gareth
Former Real Madrid manager Santi Solari says he only has “good words” for Gareth Bale who now looks set for a move to the Chinese Super League. Steve Nicol and Ross Dyer discuss the knock-on effects that Marco Asensio’s left knee injury will have on Real Madrid’s plans for Gareth Bale and Dani Ceballos. Gareth
By Andrew Cesare Richardson Gab Marcotti speculates on the type of club Jose Mourinho will manage next if the top tier teams don’t come calling. After Man United’s sixth-place finish, the FC crew question if there was some merit to Jose Mourinho calling second place ‘an achievement’ last campaign. Jose Mourinho turned down the biggest
ESPN FC’s Sid Lowe and Ian Darke weigh in on the contentious relationship between Gareth Bale and Zinedine Zidane at Real Madrid. Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos asked to leave to join a team in China on a free transfer, club president Florentino Perez has said, adding that he turned down the defender’s request. “They
Zlatan Ibrahimovic addresses rumours he was set to leave LA Galaxy last summer and stresses he’s in LA for work, not vacation. Zlatan Ibrahimovic joins Pardon the Interruption to outline which MLS records he hopes to break and the responsibility of being named captain of LA Galaxy. Sebastian Salazar explains why Zlatan Ibrahimovic is unlikely
Phil Foden and Manchester City put an end to Newport County’s FA Cup run, beating the League Two side at Rodney Parade to reach the quarterfinals. Shaka Hislop reveals his latest power rankings which see Manchester City keep hold of the top spot and Manchester United drop out. The parent company of Premier League champions
Despite a heavy shot advantage, Napoli could not break through against Torino as they played to a scoreless draw. Chinese Super League side Dalian Yifang have completed the signing of Slovenia international midfielder Marek Hamsik from Napoli, the club confirmed via social media. The 31-year-old arrives in China after more than 11 seasons with the