The European soccer weekend has passed, but it’s left us with a ton of things to talk about across the major leagues. In the Premier League, Liverpool edged past Chelsea in a game that honestly showed the best of both sides, while in LaLiga, Real Madrid got another gritty win despite still not looking like…
It’s Monday, and another week of NWSL action is in the books, which means it’s time for ESPN’s Power Rankings. Our rankings are derived from a combination of key season statistics (points per game, goal differential, expected goal differential), recent performance, the Opta computer ratings and the observations of our writers. Who’s climbing the table?…
As Lionel Messi and Inter Miami make waves on the pitch after winning the Supporters’ Shield, qualifying for MLS playoffs and breaking the single-season points record, the legendary Argentine is also generating headlines off the field after announcing an Adidas collaboration with musician Bad Bunny. ESPN had an early look at the project with thoughts…
Video Assistant Referee causes controversy every week in the Premier League, but how are decisions made, and are they correct? (Analysing Arsenal) After each weekend we take a look at the major incidents, to examine and explain the process both in terms of VAR protocol and the Laws of the Game. In this week’s VAR…
In the last weekend of action before the international break, there was a concerted push from all teams to make sure they left their clubs in the best possible position before the October pause. (Chelsea keep winning) In the Women’s Super League, Lauren Hemp’s heroics helped Manchester City come from behind against a winless Aston…
Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk has said he has begun talks over a new deal but insisted he has “no idea” if he will remain at Anfield next season. (Liverpool’s Virgil van Dijk confirms contract) There is ongoing uncertainty over the future of a trio of Liverpool’s key players, as the contracts of Van Dijk,…
Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta has said his team need to “eradicate” the ill discipline that has seen them pick up three red cards in eight Premier League games this season. (William Saliba red card) William Saliba‘s red card in the 2-0 defeat at Bournemouth followed those of Declan Rice and Leandro Trossard earlier this…
A group of over 100 professional women’s footballers on Monday sent an open letter to FIFA urging the world governing body to end its partnership with oil and gas conglomerate Saudi Aramco partnership. In April, FIFA signed a four-year deal which will see Aramco become a worldwide partner, including in major tournaments such as the…
Oct 21, 2024, 05:37 AM ET Fenerbahce coach Jose Mourinho expressed frustration at local journalists on Sunday after his side lost ground on Super Lig leaders Galatasaray, claiming that he is “always” being asked about players that don’t play. Fenerbahce were held to a 2-2 draw with Samsunspor in a game that saw his team…
Oct 20, 2024, 10:53 PM ET Inter Milan suffered another injury setback during their Serie A match against AS Roma on Sunday, both Hakan Çalhanoğlu and Francesco Acerbi were forced off with muscular injuries in the first half. Despite the early exits of two starting players, Inter managed to secure a 1-0 victory thanks to…