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Open Extended Reactions Arsenal defender Emily Fox has praised the “steadying force” of interim manager Renee Slegers after reigniting confidence in the side following Jonas Eidevall’s departure. Slegers took charge on an interim basis following Eidevall’s exit in October. Arsenal had two consecutive losses, 5-2 to Bayern Munich and 2-1 to Chelsea, in the run-up

Associated Press Jan 16, 2025, 06:32 AM ET Open Extended Reactions Police are investigating online abuse received by the wife of Arsenal forward Kai Havertz. Sophia Havertz shared on social media direct messages that were sent to her after Arsenal were knocked out of the FA Cup by Manchester United on Sunday. “Officers have received

Tom Hamilton Close Tom Hamilton Senior Writer • Joined ESPN in 2011• Covered two Olympics, a pair of Rugby World Cups and two British & Irish Lions tours• Previously rugby editor, and became senior writer in 2018 Emily Keogh Close Emily Keogh Correspondent Jan 16, 2025, 04:29 AM ET Open Extended Reactions Chelsea are leading the race to

Associated Press Jan 16, 2025, 12:48 AM ET Open Extended Reactions United Staes men’s national team forward Jesús Ferreira and defenders Jalen Neal and John Tolkin left U.S. training camp ahead of Saturday’s friendly against Venezuela. Ferreira will rejoin Seattle to regain fitness, the U.S. Soccer Federation said Wednesday. Neal has what the USSF called

Tor-Kristian Karlsen, ESPNJan 16, 2025, 04:00 AM ET Open Extended Reactions Liverpool are facing a problem. In six months they could lose three of their best players — Mohamed Salah, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Virgil van Dijk — for nothing when their contracts expire. The chances are that at least one of the high-profile trio will

Lizzy Becherano Jan 15, 2025, 07:30 PM ET Open Extended Reactions Angel City FC has appointed Mark Parsons as the team’s new sporting director ahead of the 2025 NWSL season to oversee all matters related to soccer operations. He will report to ACFC co-founder and president Julie Uhrman, while supervising the technical staff, scouting and

The second coming of David Moyes failed to inspire Everton on Wednesday as they lost 1-0 at home to Aston Villa after another toothless Premier League performance. Villa had lost their last five away games in the league but were by far the better team at Goodison Park and took the points via Ollie Watkins‘ 51st-minute goal.

Rob Dawson, CorrespondentJan 15, 2025, 05:30 PM ET Open Extended Reactions Ruben Amorim has insisted Alejandro Garnacho has a future at Manchester United as he improves in the new coach’s system despite ongoing interest from Napoli. Editor’s Picks 2 Related The Serie A side are set to have money to spend in January once Khvicha

Jeff Carlisle, U.S. soccer correspondentJan 15, 2025, 06:15 PM ET Close Jeff Carlisle covers MLS and the U.S. national team for ESPN FC. Open Extended Reactions Brazil superstar and Al Hilal attacker Neymar is in preliminary talks with three MLS sides, including Chicago Fire FC, over a proposed move, sources have told ESPN. A source

Jan 15, 2025, 06:53 PM ET Open Extended Reactions Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice has praised the attacking performance of his teammates in the north London derby win over Tottenham Hotspur, saying they could have scored 10 goals in the 2-1 triumph. Editor’s Picks 1 Related Mikel Arteta’s team came from behind to beat Spurs in