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Tottenham looked comfortable in their 3-0 rout of Borussia Dortmund, as Real Madrid stole a late away win against the Dutch side. Craig Burley compared Vinicius Junior to Kylian Mbappe following Real Madrid's 2-1 win at Ajax in the UEFA Champions League. ESPN FC's Shaka Hislop believes Ajax's attacking mentality may have been to their detriment after Real Madrid beat them on the counter. With Real Madrid back in the picture, the ESPN FC crew assess the chances Barcelona will relinquish their six-point advantage. Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale could receive a La Liga ban after being reported by the authorities for "a gesture of possible obscene and derogatory meaning" during his goal celebration in last weekend's 3-1 win at Atletico Madrid. After entering as a substitute, Bale scored Madrid's third goal of the game at the Wanda Metropolitano and, during his celebration, the Wales international gestured in the direction of fans close to the sideline who had been barracking him. Editors' Picks Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule Welcome to the 2018 FC 100 ESPN FC's experts ranked the best men's players and managers in world football. Check out the list. How Mourinho unravelled at Man United Fear, paranoia, difficult behaviour and constant battling with club officials and players led to the inevitable, writes Rob Dawson. The greatest game never played When Boca Juniors and River Plate were set to meet in Argentina's most important match, Buenos Aires lost its mind, writes Wright Thompson. - Follow Transfer Talk LIVE - Fantasy: Set lineups, check scores! The incident was not...
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Craig Burley calls Manchester United's 2-0 loss to PSG a lesson in football as the FC crew react to United's first loss under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Craig Burley says Kylian Mbappe is the one player who can rival the world's two best players after his big night for PSG at Manchester United. Jose Mourinho's sacking cost Manchester United £19.6 million, according to accounts released by the the club on Thursday. Mourinho was dismissed in December and replaced with interim coach Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. The Portuguese coach, who had a contract until 2020, received a pay-off of £15m. Editors' Picks Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule Welcome to the 2018 FC 100 ESPN FC's experts ranked the best men's players and managers in world football. Check out the list. How Mourinho unravelled at Man United Fear, paranoia, difficult behaviour and constant battling with club officials and players led to the inevitable, writes Rob Dawson. The greatest game never played When Boca Juniors and River Plate were set to meet in Argentina's most important match, Buenos Aires lost its mind, writes Wright Thompson. - Follow Transfer Talk LIVE - Fantasy: Set lineups, check scores! The other £4.6m went to members of Mourinho's staff who also left -- including Silvino Louro, Carlos Lalin, scout Ricardo Formosinho, analyst Giovanni Cerra and fitness coach Stefano Rapetti,...
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It's Fashion Week and Kevin De Bruyne is given the tough task of rating the fashion sense of his Manchester City teammates. Check out what you may have missed at the weekend, including Liverpool and Man City's big wins, a thrilling Madrid derby and much more. ESPN FC's Craig Burley takes issue with colleague Gab Marcotti's excuse-making for Maurizio Sarri's tactics in Chelsea's 6-0 defeat at Man City. Craig Burley breaks down how Manchester City were able to stretch N'Golo Kane, Ross Barkley and Jorghino, allowing their star play makers to run rampant. Manchester City netted four goals in the opening 25 minutes, and Sergio Aguero completed his hat-trick in the 2nd half as Man City dominate Chelsea 6-0. Robbie Wilmott and Padraig Amond scored to put League Two side Newport County into the FA Cup fifth round, where they'll face Manchester City. NEWPORT, Wales -- Newport County goalkeeper Joe Day has said he has been too busy with his newborn twins to give much thought to facing Premier League champions Manchester City in the FA Cup fifth round. Day was helping the League Two side beat Middlesbrough 2-0 in an FA Cup fourth round replay when his wife gave birth to girls Sophia Grace and Emelia Lillie. Editors' Picks Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule Welcome to the 2018 FC 100 ESPN FC's experts ranked the best men's players and managers in world football. Check out the list. How Mourinho unravelled at Man United Fear, paranoia, difficult behaviour and constant battling with club officials and players led to the inevitable, writes Rob Dawson. The greatest game never played When Boca Juniors and River Plate were set to meet in Argentina's most important match, Buenos Aires lost its mind, writes Wright Thompson. - Follow Transfer Talk LIVE - Fantasy: Set lineups, check scores! The 28-year-old ran straight from the pitch to the hospital to be with his wife Lizzie and has had his hands full with the twins...
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Manchester United's "Theatre of Dreams" has never seemed such an appropriate venue for a visiting team. Even in his wildest dreams, Thomas Tuchel couldn't have imagined his PSG side leaving Old Trafford with a 2-0 win without both Neymar and Edinson Cavani. But they did. PSG's injury-hit team went to Manchester, saw what Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's men had for them, and conquered. Tuchel had a gameplan. His players executed it perfectly. Editors' Picks Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule Welcome to the 2018 FC 100 ESPN FC's experts ranked the best men's players and managers in world football. Check out the list. How Mourinho unravelled at Man United Fear, paranoia, difficult behaviour and constant battling with club officials and players led to the inevitable, writes Rob Dawson. The greatest game never played When Boca Juniors and River Plate were set to meet in Argentina's most important match, Buenos Aires lost its mind, writes Wright Thompson. - Follow Transfer Talk LIVE - Fantasy: Set lineups, check scores! Ahead of the match, at the Radisson Blue hotel in Manchester,...
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ESPN FC's Mark Ogden explains why he doesn't see a future for Maurizio Sarri and his style of play at Chelsea. ESPN FC's Craig Burley takes issue with colleague Gab Marcotti's excuse-making for Maurizio Sarri's tactics in Chelsea's 6-0 defeat at Man City. Manchester City netted four goals in the opening 25 minutes, and Sergio Aguero completed his hat-trick in the 2nd half as Man City dominate Chelsea 6-0. Eden Hazard has said Maurizio Sarri's style of play is "more like my philosophy of football" as the Chelsea coach attempts to turn the club's faltering season around. Sunday's 6-0 defeat at Manchester City left Chelsea sixth in the table, with Sarri facing questions about his ability to deliver a top-four finish with his expansive, possession-based approach. Editors' Picks Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule Welcome to the 2018 FC 100 ESPN FC's experts ranked the best men's players and managers in world football. Check out the list. How Mourinho unravelled at Man United Fear, paranoia, difficult behaviour and constant battling with club officials and players led to the inevitable, writes Rob Dawson. The greatest game never played When Boca Juniors and River Plate were set to meet in Argentina's most important match, Buenos Aires lost its mind, writes Wright Thompson. - Follow Transfer Talk LIVE - Fantasy: Set lineups, check scores! It has also intensified speculation linking Hazard with a move to Real Madrid at the end of the season, but the Belgium international stressed...
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Serge Gnabry scored twice for Bayern Munich and Kingsley Coman provided the winner in extra time as Bayern defeated Hertha Berlin 3-2. From the gridiron to the pitch, the tribal belonging of Bayern Munich and Texas A&M is so magical that it should never be underestimated. Arjen Robben and Franck Ribery put in extra time at training, as both are determined to return from injury to help Bayern Munich's title hopes. Thomas Hitzlsperger has been named Stuttgart's new sporting executive, replacing Michael Reschke, who left the Bundesliga side after just 18 months. Stuttgart relieved Reschke, 61, of his duties following a 3-0 defeat at Dusseldorf on Sunday. Former Germany international Hitzlsperger, 36, won the Bundesliga title with Stuttgart in 2007 and headed the club's academy until his promotion on Tuesday. Editors' Picks Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule Welcome to the 2018 FC 100 ESPN FC's experts ranked the best men's players and managers in world football. Check out the list. How Mourinho unravelled at Man United Fear, paranoia, difficult behaviour and constant battling with club officials and players led to the inevitable, writes Rob Dawson. The greatest game never played When Boca Juniors and River Plate were set to meet in Argentina's most important match, Buenos Aires lost its mind, writes Wright Thompson. - Follow Transfer Talk LIVE - Fantasy: Set lineups, check scores! "In my new role as sporting executive, I will do all I can to pool the club's strengths in the relegation...
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Andres Iniesta played a picture-perfect pass for Lukas Podolski to slam home in Vissel Kobe's J-League victory over Nagoya. With Real Madrid back in the picture, the ESPN FC crew assess the chances Barcelona will relinquish their six-point advantage. Barcelona were held scoreless in Bilbao, but still lead second-place Real Madrid by six points atop the La Liga table. Andres Iniesta has said he and his family struggled to adapt after swapping Barcelona for Vissel Kobe but they are finally beginning to feel settled in Japan. Iniesta, 34, left Spain for the Japanese side after last summer's World Cup and said it has been difficult to get used to the cultural differences between the two countries. Editors' Picks Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule Welcome to the 2018 FC 100 ESPN FC's experts ranked the best men's players and managers in world football. Check out the list. How Mourinho unravelled at Man United Fear, paranoia, difficult behaviour and constant battling with club officials and players led to the inevitable, writes Rob Dawson. The greatest game never played When Boca Juniors and River Plate were set to meet in Argentina's most important match, Buenos Aires lost its mind, writes Wright Thompson. - Follow Transfer Talk LIVE - Fantasy: Set lineups, check scores! "I have to confess that the adaption process has not been easy during my first six months in Japan, in sporting and in family terms," he wrote in Esquire ahead of...
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Alejandro Moreno and Matteo Bonetti explain how Real Madrid exploited Atleti's weaknesses, reminding everyone of the UCL winning quality they possess. Real Madrid left-back Marcelo says all the club need to do is "pay me up" and he will leave this summer if they want to him to. Marcelo, 30, has won 20 trophies including four Champions Leagues over more than a decade at the Bernabeu ,but has been on the bench for the team's last five La Liga games with coach Santi Solari preferring youth team graduate Sergio Reguilon at left-back. Editors' Picks Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule Welcome to the 2018 FC 100 ESPN FC's experts ranked the best men's players and managers in world football. Check out the list. How Mourinho unravelled at Man United Fear, paranoia, difficult behaviour and constant battling with club officials and players led to the inevitable, writes Rob Dawson. The greatest game never played When Boca Juniors and River Plate were set to meet in Argentina's most important match, Buenos Aires lost its mind, writes Wright Thompson. - Follow Transfer Talk LIVE - Fantasy: Set lineups, check scores! The Brazil international has been regularly linked with a move to join Cristiano Ronaldo at Juventus and told Brazilian...
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ESPN's Mark Ogden sits down with Gary Neville and Paul Scholes to discuss Salford City's journey so far and what the future holds for the club. Mark Ogden and Julien Laurens examine the different directions Manchester United and PSG have gone in leading up to the last 16 of the Champions League. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer looks ahead to Manchester United's Champions League Round of 16 clash with PSG. Paul Scholes has said he expects scrutiny from Jose Mourinho after becoming manager of League Two Oldham. Former Manchester United midfielder Scholes was often critical of Mouirnho during the Portuguese manager's time at Old Trafford while working as a TV pundit. Editors' Picks Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule Welcome to the 2018 FC 100 ESPN FC's experts ranked the best men's players and managers in world football. Check out the list. How Mourinho unravelled at Man United Fear, paranoia, difficult behaviour and constant battling with club officials and players led to the inevitable, writes Rob Dawson. The greatest game never played When Boca Juniors and River Plate were set to meet in Argentina's most important match, Buenos Aires lost its mind, writes Wright Thompson. - Follow Transfer Talk LIVE - Fantasy: Set lineups, check scores! "I think he will be watching results," Scholes said when asked about Mourinho, who was given his own TV show on Monday. "Whether he will be watching the games I am not too sure. "That is part of the thing that bugged...
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Hugo Lloris denied Jamy Vardy from the penalty spot and Christian Eriksen scored minutes later as Tottenham win a thriller against Leicester City 3-1. Hugo Lloris denied Jamy Vardy from the penalty spot and Christian Eriksen scored minutes later as Tottenham win a thriller against Leicester City 3-1. English Premier League: Heung-Min Son (90'+1') Tottenham 3-1 Leicester City English Premier League: Jamie Vardy (75') Tottenham 2-1 Leicester City English Premier League: Christian Eriksen (63') Tottenham 2-0 Leicester City Tottenham defender Juan Foyth has said the opportunity to learn from Mauricio Pochettino, a fellow Argentinian centre-back, was the main reason he joined the north Londoners instead of Paris Saint-Germain. The 21-year-old, who has been added to Spurs' Champions League squad ahead of Wednesday's round-of-16 showdown against Borussia Dortmund, was close to joining PSG from Estudiantes in August 2017 but changed his destination. Editors' Picks Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule Welcome to the 2018 FC 100 ESPN FC's experts ranked the best men's players and managers in world football. Check out the list. How Mourinho unravelled at Man United Fear, paranoia, difficult behaviour and constant battling with club officials and players led to the inevitable, writes Rob Dawson. The greatest game never played When Boca Juniors and River Plate were set to meet in Argentina's most important match, Buenos Aires lost its mind, writes Wright Thompson. - Follow Transfer Talk LIVE - Fantasy: Set lineups, check scores! "More than anything I decided on Tottenham because there was an Argentinian...
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With Real Madrid back in the picture, the ESPN FC crew assess the chances Barcelona will relinquish their six-point advantage. Barcelona's women's team manager Lluis Cortes and forward Andressa Alves have alleged racist abuse from a Rayo Vallecano player following Alves' sending off on Sunday, a claim Rayo have strongly denied. Alves was shown a red card in the second half after reacting aggressively to a foul by Sheila Garcia, with several players having to hold her back. Speaking after the game, Cortes claimed Alves had reacted as she did because she had been subjected to racist abuse by the Rayo player. Editors' Picks Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule Welcome to the 2018 FC 100 ESPN FC's experts ranked the best men's players and managers in world football. Check out the list. How Mourinho unravelled at Man United Fear, paranoia, difficult behaviour and constant battling with club officials and players led to the inevitable, writes Rob Dawson. The greatest game never played When Boca Juniors and River Plate were set to meet in Argentina's most important match, Buenos Aires lost its mind, writes Wright Thompson. - Follow Transfer Talk LIVE - Fantasy: Set lineups, check scores! "Racism is a...
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Jadon Sancho says Christian Pulisic's outstanding ability, commitment and passion for the game is an inspiration for him. After Dortmund let a three-goal lead slip against Hoffenheim, the FC crew voice their concerns about the Bundesliga leaders menality. Christian Pulisic explains what went wrong for Borussia Dortmund after his side were knocked out of the German Cup by Werder Bremen on penalties. Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho has told ESPN FC he believes the reason England have a crop of so many talented youngsters is down to a desire to provide a better life for their families. Although he missed the knockout stages due to first team commitments, Sancho was part of the England under-17 squad which won the 2017 World Cup -- while, earlier that year, their U20s side were also crowned world champions. Editors' Picks Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule Welcome to the 2018 FC 100 ESPN FC's experts ranked the best men's players and managers in world football. Check out the list. How Mourinho unravelled at Man United Fear, paranoia, difficult behaviour and constant battling with club officials and players led to the inevitable, writes Rob Dawson. The greatest game never played When Boca Juniors and River Plate were set to meet in Argentina's most important match, Buenos Aires lost its mind, writes Wright Thompson. - Follow Transfer Talk LIVE - Fantasy: Set lineups, check scores! And Sancho said the similar backgrounds the young English players share has given...
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With Edinson Cavani picking up an injury against Bordeaux, the FC panel examine how PSG would line up if he's ruled out against Manchester United. Manchester United eased past a woeful Fulham side to move up to 4th place in the Premier League. Following Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's 10th win in 11 games as caretaker manager at Man United, Paul Mariner thinks the job he's done should not be understated. ESPN FC's Paul Mariner recaps Man United's dominant display against Fulham, in particularly that of the Frenchmen Anthony Martial and Paul Pogba. Manchester United eased past a woeful Fulham side to move up to 4th in the Premier League. Manchester United defender Phil Jones has said the club were a "laughing stock" under Jose Mourinho. Mourinho was sacked on Dec. 18 with United 11 points adrift of the Champions League places. However, eight wins from nine under replacement Ole Gunnar Solksjaer has seen the club climb up to fourth place for the first time since the opening day of the season. Editors' Picks Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule Welcome to the 2018 FC 100 ESPN FC's experts ranked the best men's players and managers in world football. Check out the list. How Mourinho unravelled at Man United Fear, paranoia, difficult behaviour and constant battling with club officials and players led to the inevitable, writes Rob Dawson. The greatest game never played When Boca Juniors and River Plate were set to meet in Argentina's most important match, Buenos Aires lost its mind, writes Wright Thompson. - Follow Transfer Talk LIVE - Fantasy: Set lineups, check scores! And Jones, who signed a contract extension this week, said there had been a complete turnaround in recent weeks. "Everyone's got...
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With Real Madrid back in the picture, the ESPN FC crew assess the chances Barcelona will relinquish their six-point advantage. Barcelona were held scoreless in Bilbao, but still lead second-place Real Madrid by six points atop the La Liga table. Alexis Nunes and Paul Mariner sift through the more notable fixtures in La Liga this weekend, including Atletico Madrid's clash with Real Madrid. The FC panel speculate if the pressure has gotten to Philippe Coutinho, or if he can recover the confidence needed to make an impact at Barcelona. Barcelona believe record signing Philippe Coutinho has a long-term future at the club despite recent criticism although there are doubts over where he fits into the side, sources have told ESPN FC. Coutinho has been taken off in each of Barca's last three matches and his position in the starting lineup is under threat following the return of Ousmane Dembele. Editors' Picks Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule Welcome to the 2018 FC 100 ESPN FC's experts ranked the best men's players and managers in world football. Check out the list. How Mourinho unravelled at Man United Fear, paranoia, difficult behaviour and constant battling with club officials and players led to the inevitable, writes Rob Dawson. The greatest game never played When Boca Juniors and River Plate were set to meet in Argentina's most important match, Buenos Aires lost its mind, writes Wright Thompson. - Follow Transfer Talk LIVE - Fantasy: Set lineups, check scores! Dembele replaced Coutinho for the final 15 minutes of Sunday's goalless draw at Athletic Bilbao. Prior to the Frenchman's injury, the former...
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Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola credits his players for the turnaround in play, after another big win to keep title hopes alive. Referee Mike Dean hid the hat trick ball from Manchester City's Sergio Aguero following their 6-0 victory over Chelsea. Manchester City have apologised for playing Chelsea victory anthem "One Step Beyond" after Sunday's 6-0 victory over the Londoners at the Etihad Stadium. The song, by Chelsea supporters Madness, is used after wins at Stamford Bridge and was played earlier in the season when Maurizio Sarri's side became the first team to beat City in the Premier League this season. Editors' Picks Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule Welcome to the 2018 FC 100 ESPN FC's experts ranked the best men's players and managers in world football. Check out the list. How Mourinho unravelled at Man United Fear, paranoia, difficult behaviour and constant battling with club officials and players led to the inevitable, writes Rob Dawson. The greatest game never played When Boca Juniors and River Plate were set to meet in Argentina's most important match, Buenos Aires lost its mind, writes Wright Thompson. - Follow Transfer Talk LIVE - Fantasy: Set lineups, check scores! City have used the song after recent wins over Chelsea at the Etihad, but cut it short on Sunday after their humiliating margin of victory. Chelsea...
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Craig Burley breaks down how Manchester City were able to stretch N'Golo Kane, Ross Barkley and Jorghino, allowing their star play makers to run rampant. Manchester City netted four goals in the opening 25 minutes, and Sergio Aguero completed his hat-trick in the 2nd half as Man City dominate Chelsea 6-0. Referee Mike Dean hid the hat trick ball from Manchester City's Sergio Aguero following their 6-0 victory over Chelsea. Manchester City netted four goals in the opening 25 minutes, and Sergio Aguero completed his hat-trick in the 2nd half as Man City dominate Chelsea 6-0. English Premier League: Raheem Sterling (80') Manchester City 6-0 Chelsea English Premier League: Sergio Aguero (56') Manchester City 5-0 Chelsea English Premier League: Ilkay Gundogan (25') Manchester City 4-0 Chelsea English Premier League: Sergio Aguero (18') Manchester City 3-0 Chelsea English Premier League: Sergio Aguero (13') Manchester City 2-0 Chelsea English Premier League: Raheem Sterling (4') Manchester City 1-0 Chelsea MANCHESTER, England -- Pep Guardiola said Manchester City players need to be more consistent after their 6-0 victory over Chelsea. City rounded off a week of difficult fixtures with an emphatic victory over Maurizio Sarri's side to move back top of the Premier League, ahead of Liverpool on goal difference -- but were beaten 2-1 at St James' Park less than two weeks ago. Editors' Picks Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule Welcome to the 2018 FC 100 ESPN FC's experts ranked the best men's players and managers in world football. Check out the list. How Mourinho unravelled at Man United Fear, paranoia, difficult behaviour and constant battling with club officials and players led to the inevitable, writes Rob Dawson. The greatest game never played When Boca Juniors and River Plate were set to meet in Argentina's most important match, Buenos Aires lost its mind, writes Wright Thompson. - Follow Transfer Talk LIVE - Fantasy: Set lineups, check scores! "One week ago we played Newcastle, you remember?" Guardiola said. "One week ago, not two months or something like that. Football...
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Manchester City netted four goals in the opening 25 minutes, and Sergio Aguero completed his hat-trick in the 2nd half as Man City dominate Chelsea 6-0. Maurizio Sarri said he was "worried" about his Chelsea side after a 6-0 humiliation at Manchester City and added: "My job is always at risk." Chelsea suffered their heaviest ever defeat in the Premier League and asked about his future at the end of the match, Sarri said: "I don't know. You have to ask the club. I am worried about my team, the performance. My job is always at risk, so I'm not worried [about that]. You have to ask the club. Editors' Picks Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule Welcome to the 2018 FC 100 ESPN FC's experts ranked the best men's players and managers in world football. Check out the list. How Mourinho unravelled at Man United Fear, paranoia, difficult behaviour and constant battling with club officials and players led to the inevitable, writes Rob Dawson. The greatest game never played When Boca Juniors and River Plate were set to meet in Argentina's most important match, Buenos Aires lost its mind, writes Wright Thompson. - Follow Transfer Talk LIVE - Fantasy: Set lineups, check scores! "Today I didn't see my football. At the beginning it worked....
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Serge Gnabry scored twice for Bayern Munich and Kingsley Coman provided the winner in extra time as Bayern defeated Hertha Berlin 3-2. German Cup: Kingsley Coman (98') Hertha Berlin 2-3 Bayern Munich German Cup: Davie Selke (67') Hertha Berlin 2-2 Bayern Munich German Cup: Serge Gnabry (49') Hertha Berlin 1-2 Bayern Munich Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has told ESPN he is confident of playing in the Champions League round-of-16 first leg clash at Liverpool on Feb. 19. The 32-year-old goalkeeper has missed the Bundesliga champions' last two matches with an injury to his right thumb and only used his feet in an open training session on Sunday as a precaution. However, he said he expects to be back in action in time for the trip to Anfield. Editors' Picks Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule Welcome to the 2018 FC 100 ESPN FC's experts ranked the best men's players and managers in world football. Check out the list. How Mourinho unravelled at Man United Fear, paranoia, difficult behaviour and constant battling with club officials and players led to the inevitable, writes Rob Dawson. The greatest game never played When Boca Juniors and River Plate were set to meet in Argentina's most important match, Buenos Aires lost its mind, writes Wright Thompson. - Follow Transfer Talk LIVE - Fantasy: Set lineups, check scores! "I am fine, it's not that bad," Neuer told ESPN. "I think our medical...
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Despite Manchester City's strong run of form, ESPN FC's Paul Mariner explains why Liverpool remain his favourites to win the Premier League title. With Liverpool getting back to winning ways, ESPN FC's Paul Mariner credits their victory to return of Georginio Wijnaldum and link up play of Roberto Firmino. Manchester United eased past a woeful Fulham side to move up to 4th place in the Premier League. Liverpool bounced back from their recent dip in form with a comfortable 3-0 win over Bournemouth, at Anfield. English Premier League: Mohamed Salah (48') Liverpool 3-0 Bournemouth English Premier League: Georginio Wijnaldum (34') Liverpool 2-0 Bournemouth English Premier League: Sadio Mane (24') Liverpool 1-0 Bournemouth LIVERPOOL, England -- Jurgen Klopp said that he and his players were "not happy" with the recent levels of performances as Liverpool reclaimed first place in the Premier League. Liverpool re-established a three-point lead at the top of the table as Sadio Mane, Georginio Wijnaldum and Mohamed Salah netted in a 3-0 win over Bournemouth at Anfield on Saturday. Editors' Picks Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule Welcome to the 2018 FC 100 ESPN FC's experts ranked the best men's players and managers in world football. Check out the list. How Mourinho unravelled at Man United Fear, paranoia, difficult behaviour and constant battling with club officials and players led to the inevitable, writes Rob Dawson. The greatest game never played When Boca Juniors and River Plate were set to meet in Argentina's most important match, Buenos Aires lost its mind, writes Wright Thompson. - Follow Transfer Talk LIVE - Fantasy: Set lineups, check scores! Klopp's team returned to winning ways after back-to-back 1-1 draws which had allowed Manchester City to overtake them in the standings. "We...
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Manchester United eased past a woeful Fulham side to move up to 4th place in the Premier League. Following Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's 10th win in 11 games as caretaker manager at Man United, Paul Mariner thinks the job he's done should not be understated. ESPN FC's Paul Mariner recaps Man United's dominant display against Fulham, in particularly that of the Frenchmen Anthony Martial and Paul Pogba. Manchester United eased past a woeful Fulham side to move up to 4th in the Premier League. Manchester United's rise into the top four of the Premier League is proof they can beat Paris Saint-Germain, according to Juan Mata. United were 11 points adrift of the Champions League places when Ole Gunnar Solskjaer took over in December but the 3-0 win over Fulham on Saturday lifted them into the top four for the first time since August. Editors' Picks Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule Welcome to the 2018 FC 100 ESPN FC's experts ranked the best men's players and managers in world football. Check out the list. How Mourinho unravelled at Man United Fear, paranoia, difficult behaviour and constant battling with club officials and players led to the inevitable, writes Rob Dawson. The greatest game never played When Boca Juniors and River Plate were set to meet in Argentina's most important match, Buenos Aires lost its mind, writes Wright Thompson. - Follow Transfer Talk LIVE - Fantasy: Set lineups, check scores! It is evidence of the turnaround under the Norwegian and Mata said he believes they can come out on top against the French champions in a tie that...
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English Premier League: Sadio Mane (24') Liverpool 1-0 Bournemouth The FC panel answer your tweets on Liverpool's title hopes, the Cricket World Cup, the instruments they'd play if they were in a boy band and more. Alexis Nunes and Paul Mariner go head-to-head predicting all the Premier League matchups of the weekend, including Manchester City's heavyweight bout with Chelsea. Former Liverpool striker Ian Rush says with 13 games left in the Premier League season, there are still plenty of ups and downs to come for Liverpool. Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson has warned his Liverpool teammates that one single error could be "fatal" as they battle with Manchester City for the Premier League title in an interview with ESPN Brasil. Successive 1-1 draws saw Liverpool relinquish top spot to City on goal difference ahead of this weekend's set of fixtures, but Jurgen Klopp's men still have a game in hand. And Alisson said the closeness of the title race means each result has the potential to define their entire campaign. Editors' Picks Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule Welcome to the 2018 FC 100 ESPN FC's experts ranked the best men's players and managers in world football. Check out the list. How Mourinho unravelled at Man United Fear, paranoia, difficult behaviour and constant battling with club officials and players led to the inevitable, writes Rob Dawson. The greatest game never played When Boca Juniors and River Plate were set to meet in Argentina's most important match, Buenos Aires lost its mind, writes Wright Thompson. - Follow Transfer Talk LIVE - Fantasy: Set lineups, check scores! "In...
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Manchester United eased past a woeful Fulham side to move up to 4th in the Premier League. Following Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's 10th win in 11 games as caretaker manager at Man United, Paul Mariner thinks the job he's done should not be understated. Manchester United caretaker manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer admitted his team selection against Fulham was "a risk" after making six changes for Saturday's 3-0 win at Craven Cottage. Solskjaer rotated his squad ahead of Paris Saint-Germain's visit to Old Trafford on Tuesday but the gamble paid off after a brace from Paul Pogba and a fine solo goal from Anthony Martial helped United to a comfortable win. Editors' Picks Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule Welcome to the 2018 FC 100 ESPN FC's experts ranked the best men's players and managers in world football. Check out the list. How Mourinho unravelled at Man United Fear, paranoia, difficult behaviour and constant battling with club officials and players led to the inevitable, writes Rob Dawson. The greatest game never played When Boca Juniors and River Plate were set to meet in Argentina's most important match, Buenos Aires lost its mind, writes Wright Thompson. - Follow Transfer Talk LIVE - Fantasy: Set lineups, check scores! "There is always an element of risk but if you don't risk you don't win," Solskjaer told Sky Sports. "I...
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ESPN's Mark Ogden sits down with Gary Neville and Paul Scholes to discuss Salford City's journey so far and what the future holds for the club. Former Manchester United players Gary Neville and Paul Scholes reflect on the impact Cristiano Ronaldo made during his time at Old Trafford. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer praised Manchester United's Jesse Lingard as being a 'big game player' after scoring against Arsenal in their FA Cup win. Craig Burley says Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is starting to make the case to be Manchester United's permanent manager after beating Tottenham and Arsenal. Former Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes is set to be appointed manager of League Two side Oldham Athletic, sources have told ESPN. Editors' Picks Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule Welcome to the 2018 FC 100 ESPN FC's experts ranked the best men's players and managers in world football. Check out the list. How Mourinho unravelled at Man United Fear, paranoia, difficult behaviour and constant battling with club officials and players led to the inevitable, writes Rob Dawson. The greatest game never played When Boca Juniors and River Plate were set to meet in Argentina's most important match, Buenos Aires lost its mind, writes Wright Thompson. - Follow Transfer Talk LIVE - Fantasy: Set lineups, check scores! Pete Wild had been installed as manager on an interim basis following the sacking on Frankie Bunn on Dec. 27, and masterminded a 2-1 victory away at Premier League Fulham in the FA Cup third round. However, owner Abdallah Lemsagam moved to appoint a full time manager and will turn to Oldham-born Scholes on a full-time basis -- his first game in charge...
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Alexis Nunes and Paul Mariner go head-to-head predicting all the Premier League matchups of the weekend, including Manchester City's heavyweight bout with Chelsea. With Manchester City and Liverpool both having key fixtures in the coming weeks, the FC crew wonder who can avoid fatigue to get job done. Liverpool made world record pre-tax profits of £125 million in the year to May 31 2018, the club have announced. The financial results were boosted by their run to last season's Champions League final and the January sale of Philippe Coutinho to Barcelona for £142m. Liverpool's turnover increased by £90m to £455m, with all three major revenue streams showing improvement. Editors' Picks Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule Welcome to the 2018 FC 100 ESPN FC's experts ranked the best men's players and managers in world football. Check out the list. How Mourinho unravelled at Man United Fear, paranoia, difficult behaviour and constant battling with club officials and players led to the inevitable, writes Rob Dawson. The greatest game never played When Boca Juniors and River Plate were set to meet in Argentina's most important match, Buenos Aires lost its mind, writes Wright Thompson. - Follow Transfer Talk LIVE - Fantasy: Set lineups, check scores! Media revenue increased by £66m to £220m, while commercial revenue rose by £17m to £154m....
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The FC crew assess how Maurizio Sarri's comments towards Eden Hazard may have played a role in the Chelsea star's cryptic message about his future in London. Mark Ogden and the FC crew examine the top-four in the Premier League, which is heating up as Man United improve and Chelsea struggle. Steve Nicol doesn't appreciate Maurizio Sarri's self-praise after Chelsea's rout of downtrodden Huddersfield Town. Chelsea star Eden Hazard recaps his side's comfortable 5-0 win over Huddersfield which included two goals from the mesmerising Belgian. Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger said he shares "the same fate" as Raheem Sterling when it comes to suffering racist abuse during football matches and praised his club for taking swift action against those who allegedly targeted the Manchester City star. Chelsea suspended four supporters from attending matches at Stamford Bridge after TV footage appeared to show one fan racially abusing Sterling as he retrieved the ball from the byline during a Premier League match against City in December. Editors' Picks Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule Welcome to the 2018 FC 100 ESPN FC's experts ranked the best men's players and managers in world football. Check out the list. How Mourinho unravelled at Man United Fear, paranoia, difficult behaviour and constant battling with club officials and players led to the inevitable, writes Rob Dawson. The greatest game never played When Boca Juniors and River Plate were set to meet in Argentina's most important match, Buenos Aires lost its mind, writes Wright Thompson. - Follow Transfer Talk LIVE - Fantasy: Set lineups, check scores! Metropolitan...
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The FC guys examine how much the odds would sway in Manchester United's favour should Neymar be ruled out for PSG's UCL round-of-16 first leg. Julien Laurens joins the FC crew to explain PSG's "midfield crisis" due to injuries ahead of their Champions League clash with Manchester United. Bayern Munich great Bastian Schweinsteiger throws his support behind Niko Kovac and tells ESPN FC they can get back to the Champions League final this season. In an exclusive with ESPN, Kevin Trapp reflects on PSG Champions League struggles during his time with the club and his hopes for them this time around. Aleksander Ceferin was re-elected unopposed on Thursday as president of European football's ruling body UEFA for a four-year term at its annual Congress in Rome. The 55-year-old immediately promised a dramatic overhaul of European club competitions. Editors' Picks Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule Welcome to the 2018 FC 100 ESPN FC's experts ranked the best men's players and managers in world football. Check out the list. How Mourinho unravelled at Man United Fear, paranoia, difficult behaviour and constant battling with club officials and players led to the inevitable, writes Rob Dawson. The greatest game never played When Boca Juniors and River Plate were set to meet in Argentina's most important match, Buenos Aires lost its mind, writes Wright Thompson. - Follow Transfer Talk LIVE - Fantasy: Set lineups, check scores! "We will work hand in hand with our partner, the European Club Association (ECA), to design the club competitions of the future," Ceferin told delegates. "Club competitions that are in keeping with the times, full of excitement and intensity and open,...
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Brisbane Roar, the team that are arguably on the worst form they have been on in years, come up against Sydney FC, the team that has had an excellent transfer window. Sydney FC made good moves by signing Mitch Austin and Reza Ghoochannejhad, renewing Socceroo Rhyan Grant’s contract and getting rid of Charles Lokolingoy (who […]
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Sydney FC have landed their second major signing boost in as many days, locking down midfield star Brandon O’Neill for another two years.
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Debut goal for Luke Ivanovic and Adam Le Fondre's 12th goal of the season help Sydney FC defeat Melbourne City. Perth's stunning season continued with a clinical 3-0 win over Wellington in the Distance Derby. In a game with seven goals and three red cards, Adelaide fought back from 3-0 down to beat Brisbane Roar. Melbourne Victory produce stunning comeback to sink mariners after going 2-0 down at half time. Newcastle Jets' Roy O'Donovan scored a brace as they eased past Western Sydney at the ANZ Stadium. Young English striker Shayon Harrison never dreamt he'd find himself playing in the A-League this season but he jumped at the chance when Melbourne City came calling out of the blue. Now he's intent on making an immediate impact. The Tottenham Hotspur academy product was signed on loan for the rest of the 2018-19 campaign on the last day of the January transfer window and on a plane to Australia the next day. A-League A-League Table The 2018-19 A-League season is starting to take shape. Check out where your team sits on the ladder. Australia Home Head to ESPN's home of everything A-League, W-League, Socceroos and Matildas! Harrison, who was playing for Spurs' under-23 side, swapped the snow in London for the...
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