Ian Darke and the ESPN FC crew explain why Germany are in need of a fresh start following their goalless draw against France. Schalke attacker Mark Uth has received his first call-up to the Germany squad but Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan will miss the matches against Netherlands and France through injury. Having joined Schalke
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Following their shock defeat at CSKA Moscow, the ESPN FC crew delve deeper into Real Madrid’s recent struggles to find the back of the net. The numbers behind Real Madrid’s current goal drought are more shocking than meets the eye. Both Manchester United and Real Madrid turn in disappointing showings on Matchday 2 of the
Amid reports Jose Mourinho’s days at Manchester United are numbered, the FC crew discuss his recent attitude and the club’s struggles. Stewart Robson shares his perspective on Jose Mourinho’s situation at Man United, asserting that it’s only a matter of time before he gets the sack. Jose Mourinho is demanding the public backing of Manchester
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The transfer window for all of Europe’s big five leagues is closed, but that doesn’t stop Transfer Talk from rummaging around about who will be moving where come January. Miffed Hummels linked with Man United again Bayern Munich defender Mats Hummels is looking at a transfer to Manchester United over lack of playing time with
Gab Marcotti reacts to the statement released by Juventus via Twitter in response to the sexual assault allegations levelled against Cristiano Ronaldo. Sam Borden details the accusations faced by Cristiano Ronaldo and discusses what might happen next with regard to the investigation. The lawyer of Ronaldo’s accuser gives an update on why the case against
5:45 PM ET Real Sociedad won an edgy derby at Basque neighbours Athletic Bilbao 3-1 on Friday with the help of two converted penalties to move up to eighth in La Liga and leave their rivals hovering above the relegation zone. Mikel Oyarzabal scored the first of his two spot-kicks on the half hour mark
Mauricio Pochettino says Belgium boss Roberto Martinez should have contacted Tottenham before revealing Vertonghen’s injury. Following a winless start to the Champions League campaign, the FC guys discuss Tottenham’s chances of turning things around and advancing to the knockout rounds. Mauricio Pochettino said the intensity of the football calendar has become dangerous for players, and
Arsenal won their eighth game in a row in all competitions as they claimed a 3-0 victory away at Qarabag in the Europa League on Thursday. A dauntingly long journey did not prevent Unai Emery from deploying some of his more-senior players, but it was 18-year-old Emile Smith Rowe who stole the show with his
Australia coach Graham Arnold has continued to cast his eye far and wide as he looks to rebuild his squad for their Asian Cup defence, naming four uncapped players for a training camp in the United Arab Emirates next week. Three of the four will also be considered for a place in Arnold’s first match