Paulo Fonseca says it’s “Year Zero” at Roma, which isn’t necessarily something new. It was “Year Zero” when the Sensi family sold the club in 2011 and when, a year later, Jim Pallotta acquired full control, promising a new stadium and a bright future because, as he liked to put it, “It’s f—— Rome!” It
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Gab Marcotti gives an update on the talks between the Bundesliga and the German government to resume the season. German top-flight team FC Cologne said on Friday that three people at the club had tested positive for COVID-19, but that they plan to continue training. In a statement the Bundesliga side said the entire squad
Gab Marcotti explains how all furloughed club staff will receive their full salary due to the players. Gab and Juls wonder where Milan’s Gianluigi Donnarumma and Ajax’s André Onana will be next season. Gab Marcotti and Tor-Kristian Karlsen discuss the absense of central defenders in the top players under 21. Gab Marcotti provides the latest
Real Madrid and Wales star Gareth Bale juggles for the 2.6 challenge, re-creating his famous UCL goal at the end. Herculez Gomez explains why Gareth Bale’s health should make Inter Miami think twice before signing him. Julien Laurens and Craig Burley react to Man United’s Paul Pogba being linked to Real Madrid. Julien Laurens ponders
ESPN Gareth Bale re-creates UCL final goal vs. Liverpool ESPN The world has come to a standstill, so we compiled 10 shows and documentaries that will scratch your soccer itch while in isolation. ESPN The Hall of Fame is a concept as old as sports itself but the Premier League finally has a pantheon in
Borussia Dortmund‘s Erling Haaland has said teammate Gio Reyna will be one of the world’s top footballers, calling him “the American dream,” and has singled out Cristiano Ronaldo as inspiration for his play. – Stream new episodes of ESPN FC Monday-Friday on ESPN+- Stream every episode of 30 for 30: Soccer Stories on ESPN+ In an exclusive interview
Frank Leboeuf questions how competitive PSG can be if Champions League resumes with the Ligue 1 season done. Julien Laurens says there is a huge gap between No.1 Kylian Mbappe and No.2 Jadon Sancho on the best U21 players list. Tor-Kristian Karlsen explains why it’s so difficult to find faults in Kylian Mbappe, despite his
Relive Trent Alexander-Arnold beating Raheem Sterling, then losing to Diogo Jota in the ePremier League cup. For many professional footballers, online gaming has helped fill the hours during the coronavirus-enforced shutdown that began in mid-March. Indeed, it has become such a common pastime that last week saw the Premier League stage the ePL Invitational —
Gab Marcotti explains why Premier League clubs are hesitant to resume the season. Mark Ogden and Gab Marcotti react to reports of Premier League players not wanting to play during a pandemic. Montreal Impact manager Thierry Henry speaks about MLS returning and the struggles of living in lockdown. The coronavirus pandemic could affect football’s international
Barcelona legends and players thank all the people fighting the pandemic on Saint George’s Day. Sid Lowe examines Martin Braithwaite’s future at Barca with the striker likely leaving the club in the summer. Sid Lowe dives into the proposed protocols for team training and the potential timetable for La Liga’s return. Barcelona Vice President Jordi
Sid Lowe reflects on Inter Milan’s 2010 UCL win over Barcelona and how it impacted Jose Mourinho’s career. Shaved head or afro? Messi or Ronaldo? Braithwaite is put on the spot in ESPN FC’s “You Have To Answer.” Ian Darke reflects on Chelsea’s dramatic Champions League semifinal finish against Barcelona in 2012. Barcelona legends and
United States national team goalkeeper Zack Steffen was injured again after returning to training with his Bundesliga club, Fortuna Dusseldorf said Monday. – Stream new episodes of ESPN FC Monday-Friday on ESPN+- Stream every episode of 30 for 30: Soccer Stories on ESPN+ The German team said Steffen was diagnosed with knee ligament damage following an
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