4:48 PM ET Cesar Hernandez Liga MX president Mikel Arriola said on Wednesday that he’s “worried” about possibly falling behind the level of MLS, particularly when it comes to investment and player development in the Mexican league. Arriola was speaking to ESPN during the Leagues Cup Showcase doubleheader in Los Angeles, in which the LA
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10:00 AM ET It’s finally here! The 2022-23 Premier League season begins Friday as Crystal Palace host Arsenal, and it’s been a summer of quiet revolution up and down the table. From new signings to notable exits, from big clubs like Man City and Liverpool trying to reinvent themselves to the continuing projects at Arsenal
2:07 PM ET LA Galaxy have completed the signing of youngster Riqui Puig from Barcelona on a free transfer, the MLS club announced Thursday. ESPN reported on Tuesday that the 22-year-old was set to join the Major League Soccer club. – MLS on ESPN+: Stream LIVE games, replays (U.S. only) The midfielder has put pen
11:17 AM ET Antonio Conte said Tottenham are moving in the “right direction” after bringing in new players but used Manchester United‘s last summer window as a warning for those expecting a Premier League title challenge. Spurs have signed six new players to date for around £100 million including Richarlison, Yves Bissouma and Ivan Perisic
12:45 PM ET Cesar Azpilicueta has decided to snub Barcelona and extend his contract at Chelsea for another two years, sources have told ESPN. The Spain international reached an agreement to join Barcelona a few months ago but negotiations between both clubs stalled more than expected and Azpilicueta has opted to stay at Stamford Bridge.
1:58 PM ET Matt Miazga is headed back to MLS, signing a three-and-a-half year contract with FC Cincinnati via a free transfer from Chelsea, a source confirmed to ESPN. The Queen City Press was the first to report the news. – 2022-23 picks: Premier League, LaLiga. Bundesliga & more– MLS on ESPN+: Stream LIVE games,
9:17 AM ET Southend United chairman Ron Martin confirmed the stand’s name will be changed. Adam Davy/PA Images A football club in England have said they will the change the name of their “Gilbert and Rose West Stand” after going viral on social media for its association with one of Britain’s most notorious serial killers. Southend
11:48 AM ET ESPN Facebook Twitter Facebook Messenger Pinterest Email Alex Telles has signed for Sevilla on a season-long loan from Manchester United, both clubs announced on Thursday. ESPN reported on Wednesday that United were set for a defensive clearout and Telles is the first to leave the club. – PL Preview: How will Ten
8:37 AM ET Mikel Arteta has urged Premier League clubs to continue sending a strong anti-discrimination message despite the decision to stop taking a knee before every match. Captains of the 20 clubs held a call this week to discuss whether to carry on with the gesture which began on June 17 2020 as England’s
5:50 AM ET Chelsea are stepping up their search for a striker after making enquiries for Barcelona‘s Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Red Bull Salzburg’s Benjamin Sesko, sources have told ESPN. The Blues are keen to add further reinforcements after allowing Romelu Lukaku to re-join Inter Milan on a season-long loan and are assessing their options before