The combination of Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez was too much for Atletico to handle, as Barcelona all but wrapped up the La Liga title race at the Camp Nou. Former Atletico Madrid striker Diego Forlan talks Atleti’s exit from the Champions League vs. Juventus and advises on Antoine Griezmann’s future. Stevie Nicol feels Atletico
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England women’s national team head coach Phil Neville shares his expectations for the Lionesses ahead of this summer’s World Cup in France. ESPN’s Julie Foudy joins Golic & Wingo to talk favourites to win the 2019 Women’s World Cup and her new podcast Laughter Permitted. Manager Phil Neville said he deliberately disrupted the rhythm of
The Women’s World Cup kicks off on June 7 when hosts France take on South Korea. The final takes place in Lyon on July 7. Group stage: June 7-20 June 7 Group A: France vs. South Korea (Paris; 3 p.m. ET / 9 p.m. CET) June 8 B: Germany vs. China (Rennes; 9 a.m. ET
Tomas Boy most recently managed Cruz Azul in 2016. Liga MX giants Chivas have appointed veteran Tomas Boy as the club’s new head coach, the Guadalajara institution announced on Wednesday. Boy has previously managed Chivas’ city rivals Atlas and comes into the club with the team down in 14th position in Liga MX and with
In a bizarre sequence of events, Eric Choupo-Moting prevented his own teammate’s shot from going in by stopping it on the goal line. Ligue 1: Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting (13′) PSG 1-0 Strasbourg Paris Saint-Germain came within reach of securing the Ligue 1 title, but lost their resolve and could only manage a 2-2 draw against
Tottenham stole a late winner despite losing Harry Kane to injury, while Liverpool outmatched Porto at Anfield. Steve Nicol believes Jurgen Klopp has no choice but to start Mohamed Salah despite his continued struggles in Liverpool’s win over Porto. Porto president Pinto da Costa has said midfielder Danilo should “thank God” his leg was not
ESPN FC’s Matteo Bonetti examines Milan’s recent struggles and slams the referee for not awarding the Rossoneri a penalty in their loss at Juventus. Juventus are a win away from the Serie A title after teenage sensation Moise Kean’s winner against Milan, who are now winless in four matches. Italian Serie A: Krzysztof Piatek (39′)
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer tells ESPN FC’s Rob Dawson he models his management style on Sir Alex Ferguson, including his famed ‘hairdryer’ treatment. The FC panel examine how Manchester United could benefit from Paul Pogba’s departure, should he decide to leave Old Trafford this summer. MANCHESTER, England — Gerard Pique warned former side
Following another dazzling display from Eden Hazard, the FC crew explain why his form dictates the direction of Chelsea as they fight for top four. English Premier League: Eden Hazard (24′) Chelsea 1-0 West Ham English Premier League: Eden Hazard (90′) Chelsea 2-0 West Ham Chelsea striker Gonzalo Higuain has told ESPN FC it will
Daniel Ciofani’s late winner keeps Frosinone’s slim survival hopes alive with victory over Fiorentina. Fiorentina have not made a decision over a new manager following Stefano Pioli’s resignation, sources have told ESPN FC. Following Saturday’s 1-0 home loss against second bottom Frosinone, Fiorentina announced they would take 48 hours to assess the club’s situation —