The 2019-20 season is just a month away and some of the biggest names in football go into the campaign with question marks over their future, both on and off the pitch. Where will they be playing and, when they get their boots on, can they deliver and live up to their reputations? – When
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The FC crew make their predictions for where Dani Ceballos is headed after the Real Madrid midfielder posted a photo inside a London telephone booth. Rafael Nadal takes some time away from talking tennis to share his thoughts on Real Madrid and the success of their transfer window so far. Hector Herrera outlines why he
The Toe Poke Daily is here every day to bring you all the weirdest stories, quirkiest viral content and top trolling that the internet has to offer, all in one place. JUMP TO: Man City’s horrible third kit | Aaron Ramsey’s new identity | Alves’ alternative bottle cap challenge Sunday provided a veritable smorgasbord of sporting action
Iker Casillas will work as link between the coaches and directors to the players. FC Porto announced on Monday that veteran goalkeeper Iker Casillas will join the team’s staff as he continues his recovery from a heart attack suffered two-and-a-half months ago. Spain’s 2010 World Cup-winning captain has not been given medical clearance yet to
Paul Mariner and Steve Nicol can’t believe Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is considering Paul Pogba for Manchester United’s captaincy. ESPN FC’s Julien Laurens says Inter Milan are getting closer to acquiring Man United’s Romelu Lukaku and explains what that means for Mauro Icardi. Paul Pogba reportedly wants to leave Manchester United, but Mark Ogden explains why
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) president Praful Patel on Monday said that the Indian Super League (ISL) will have to introduce promotion and relegation at some point as per AFC regulations, and hinted at a possible merger of the ISL and the I-League following a three-year transition period. “AFC (Asian Football Confederation) won’t accept
The theme of the rankings this week is communication. It’s important to be clear with your message when conducting the very important business of soccer: Miscommunication can lead to a host of problems and result in numerous aggrieved parties. No one wants angry middle-aged men stalking referees and screaming obscenities. Think of the children. Here
Liverpool have not made any big summer moves yet, but club legend Steve Nicol explains why that is nothing to worry about. Former Liverpool defender Steve Nicol is tasked of choosing his starting three midfielders in Jurgen Klopp’s side for 2019-20. Liverpool legend Steve Nicol says Divock Origi hasn’t improved in his five years at
The FC crew explain how Rodri will help shore up Man City’s midfield and point out one glaring area they still need to address. Senegal needed extra-time to get past a gritty Tunisia side on Sunday but they are into the African Cup of Nations final and will face Algeria on Friday night. Before that
With Antoine Griezmann’s move to Barcelona finally complete, Shaka Hislop explains the different ways he can be implemented into their attack. Julien Laurens says a cash-plus-players deal is the only way Barcelona can bring back Neymar from PSG, so which players could go the other way? ESPN FC’s Mark Ogden breaks down why he doesn’t