After a 2 – 1 loss to Strasbourg, the Monaco players say it will take time for Henry’s style to work fully. Monaco owner Dmitry Rybolovlev has been detained in the principality in an investigation into suspected corruption and other allegations. Lawyer Frank Michel said Rybolovlev, a Russian tycoon, was detained in Monaco on Tuesday.
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Defending champions Nigeria have named their squad of 21 for the upcoming Africa Women Cup of Nations, which kicks off in Ghana later this month. Reigning Africa Women’s Footballer of the year Asisat Oshoala headlines a strong selection for the 10-time champions that includes Desire Oparanozie, Francisa Ordega, Rita Chikwelu and Onome Ebi. 2018 Young
Mauricio Pochettino admits he liked hearing the fans frustration when he substituted Lucas Moura, but says the win reinforces his decision. Hirving “Chucky” Lozano told ESPN FC he would like to play in the Premier League after his side’s 2-1 Champions League defeat at Tottenham Hotspur on Tuesday. Mexico international Lozano was linked with Manchester
The Socceroos will look to the A-League to replace injured star Daniel Arzani at the Asian Cup, with Dimi Petratos and Craig Goodwin name-checked by coach Graham Arnold as bolters for January’s tournament. Arzani confirmed a grim diagnosis of an ACL rupture this week by visiting specialists in Barcelona, an injury that will end his
Stewart Robson explains why despite impressive performances in recent weeks, Arsenal will need to improve defensively if they’re to challenge this season. Unai Emery says Arsenal have a lot of players who can score, but it’s important to keep creating chances to score. LONDON — Shkodran Mustafi has put Arsenal’s improved defensive performances this season
Andrea Conti has once again been banished to the sidelines after just returning from a year out. AC Milan defender Andrea Conti endured a mixed evening after making his long-awaited comeback from injury last week. The 24-year-old full-back started for Milan’s under-19 side in their game against Chievo on Friday evening — his first game
After Raheem Sterling was awarded a penalty for tripping over his own feet against Shakhtar, the FC guys discuss if he should have told the referee. MANCHESTER, England — Raheem Sterling apologised to the referee after he controversially won a penalty in Manchester City’s 6-0 victory over Shakhtar Donetsk. The England forward kicked the floor
The FC panel answer your tweets on Liverpool’s precarious position in Group C, how Cavani’s absence affected PSG and if Ousmane Dembele or Malcom is more likely to leave Barca. The transfer window for all of Europe’s big five leagues is closed, but that doesn’t stop Transfer Talk from rummaging around to find out who
The FC panel answer your tweets on Liverpool’s precarious position in Group C, how Cavani’s absence affected PSG and if Ousmane Dembele or Malcom is more likely to leave Barca. The transfer window for all of Europe’s big five leagues is closed, but that doesn’t stop Transfer Talk from rummaging around to find out who
After Jose Mourinho’s post-game antics, the FC panel question how much credit he really deserves for Man United’s late win in Turin. TURIN, Italy — As time ebbed away, it looked as though Cristiano Ronaldo had done precisely what Juventus signed him to do, following the majestic volley with which he put the Italian champions