Eric Bailly opens up about how his move to Man United is the dream of many kids in the Ivory Coast. In an exclusive interview with ESPN FC, Eric Bailly says how important Man United fans are to the club. In an ESPN FC exclusive, Man United’s Eric Bailly opens up on his nightmare injury.
Gab Marcotti explains why postponing the Euros was UEFA’s only reasonable option, despite a big financial hit. Spanish Football Federation president Luis Rubiales has labelled La Liga “irresponsible and totally unpatriotic” for testing players for coronavirus, and said it shows “a lack of solidarity.” Rubiales said the tests should be used on others that are
Gab Marcotti explains why postponing the Euros was UEFA’s only reasonable option, despite a big financial hit. Julien Laurens explains why UEFA has set a hard deadline of June 30th for leagues to conclude their seasons. Steve Nicol reminisces about the 86′ FA Cup final he played in for Liverpool vs. Everton. The last professional
Gab Marcotti looks at Chelsea’s transfer options, including a potential €100 million move for Kai Havertz. Gab Marcotti breaks down Frank Lampard and Kepa Arrizabalaga’s frayed relationship at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea has made the Millennium Hotel at their Stamford Bridge stadium in London available to the National Health Service [NHS] to provide accommodation to staff
The winter transfer window is closed, but now it’s time to look ahead to the summer! Here are the new rumours floating around Europe’s big leagues and beyond. TOP STORY: Barca turn attention to Aubameyang Barcelona are considering downgrading their summer transfer targets as a result of COVID-19, which could mean stepping away from such
Alejandro Moreno hails Neymar’s ‘electric’ performance in PSG’s UCL win vs. Borussia Dortmund. It was difficult to know what was stranger about the game in Paris on Wednesday night. Was it the empty Parc des Princes, closed to fans to help minimize the risk of further spread of the coronavirus, the only noise coming from
Gabriele Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss the abysmal racism discipline from the Premier League at Tottenham. A man was charged by the Greater Manchester Police (GMP) on Tuesday for alleged racist behaviour during the Premier League derby between Manchester City and Manchester United at the Etihad Stadium in December. Television images circulating on social media
Gab Marcotti explains why postponing the Euros was UEFA’s only reasonable option, despite a big financial hit. Juventus and France midfielder Blaise Matuidi has tested positive for the coronavirus, the Turin-based Serie A club said in a statement on Tuesday. Juve said Matuidi, a World Cup winner with France in 2018, was in self-isolation at
The FC crew wonder if Neymar’s attitude at PSG has changed or if he will sour on the club soon. Belgium international defender Thomas Meunier has agreed to join Borussia Dortmund next season, sources have told ESPN. Meunier, 28, is out of contract at PSG in June and will sign a four-year deal worth around €50
Shaka Hislop and Steve Nicol clash over Lionel Messi’s standing after his UCL showing vs. Chelsea in 2018. Shaka Hislop says he will drive the bus himself to take Antoine Griezmann to any team interested. Botafogo players become the latest to wear masks in protest, unveiling a “coronavirus: Protect yourself” banner. Ale Moreno reacts to
The winter transfer window is closed, but now it’s time to look ahead to the summer! Here are the new rumours floating around Europe’s big leagues and beyond. TOP STORY: Man United to battle Real Madrid for Van de Beek It seemed certain that Ajax midfielder Donny van de Beek would be heading to Real Madrid in
Steve Nicol thinks domestic leagues finishing out their seasons is the only fair way to decide titles. Julien Laurens explains why how the coronavirus’ impact on football should result in delaying Euro 2020. Gab Marcotti outlines the complexities of postponing Euro 2020 until next year due to coronavirus. The Italian football federation is planning to
In an exclusive interview with ESPN FC, Eric Bailly says how important Man United fans are to the club. Eric Bailly opens up about how his move to Man United is the dream of many kids in the Ivory Coast. In an ESPN FC exclusive, Man United’s Eric Bailly opens up on his nightmare injury.
Julien Laurens explains why how the coronavirus’ impact on football should result in delaying Euro 2020. Gab Marcotti outlines the complexities of postponing Euro 2020 until next year due to coronavirus. Steve Nicol and Shaka Hislop feel the correct decision has been made to suspend all major leagues in Europe. The German Bundesliga is fighting
Steve Nicol and Shaka Hislop feel the correct decision has been made to suspend all major leagues in Europe. The English Football Association banned football at every level on Monday, including games involving amateurs and children, in the latest step to combat the spread of the coronavirus. The Premier League and EFL followed major European
Ale Moreno reacts to Wayne Rooney’s comments on Euro 2020 in light of English football being suspended. Julien Laurens explains why how the coronavirus’ impact on football should result in delaying Euro 2020. Gab Marcotti outlines the complexities of postponing Euro 2020 until next year due to coronavirus. Steve Nicol and Shaka Hislop feel the
Sid Lowe explains what’s at stake in UEFA’s upcoming meeting, including how Euro 2020 could be affected. Alexis Nunes goes through the latest updates on the coronavirus’ impact on football. UEFA has taken the unprecedented step of suspending the Champions League and Europa League following the coronavirus outbreak. Barcelona against Napoli and Bayern Munich’s clash
The winter transfer window is closed, but now it’s time to look ahead to the summer! Here are the new rumours floating around Europe’s big leagues and beyond. Manchester United favourites to land Barcelona’s Umtiti Premier League sides Arsenal and Manchester United are set to battle for the signature of Barcelona’s Samuel Umtiti, with the
Julien Laurens explains why how the coronavirus’ impact on football should result in delaying Euro 2020. Gab Marcotti outlines the complexities of postponing Euro 2020 until next year due to coronavirus. Steve Nicol and Shaka Hislop feel the correct decision has been made to suspend all major leagues in Europe. With football matches cancelled across
It was a seismic event in an empty stadium as the biggest PSG win of the season to date was celebrated in almost complete silence. Yet some of the players swear that, when Anthony Taylor blew the whistle for full-time, confirming PSG’s place in the Champions League quarterfinals and eliminating Dortmund, they could hear the