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Power Rankings: Could anyone catch Messi in 2017-18?

We tabulated the votes from the 2017-18 Player Power Rankings to see who had the best season of them all. Could anyone match Lionel Messi's magic?

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Guardiola's No. 1: Cox's best managers of 2017-18

It's no surprise that Pep Guardiola was No. 1, but who else makes Michael Cox's list of the best managers in world soccer this season?

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Transfer Talk: Arsenal's new regime targets Seri

Unai Emery tried to sign the Nice midfielder for PSG in the winter and will waste no time moving for him again when he arrives at Arsenal. Follow Transfer Talk.

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Transfer Rater: Morata to AC Milan

Alvaro Morata to AC Milan and Kalidou Koulibaly to Manchester United are some of the latest hot rumours, courtesy of Football Whispers.

Transfer Rater: Neymar, Willian & Martial on the move?

ESPN FC's Shaka Hislop delves into rumours surrounding Neymar, Willian, Anthony Martial and more in Transfer Rater.

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Arsenal

Unai Emery unveiled as new manager

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What are the biggest challenges facing Unai Emery?

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Arsenal need Emery pragmatism more than Wenger idealism

Gab Marcotti: On the surface, Arsenal have gone for the opposite of Arsene Wenger in appointing Unai Emery. But a pragmatic approach is what they need most.

Emery's to-do list at Arsenal topped by fixing defence

Arsenal have announced Unai Emery as their new head coach, now the real work begins. Here are five things Emery needs to do to turn Arsenal round.

Henderson the most unlikely UCL winning captain?

Jordan Henderson may be one of the most unlikely European Cup winning captains ever. Mark Ogden charts his route from humble beginnings to the top.

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ESPN FC pundits show off traditional Ukrainian dance skills

ESPN FC's Dan Thomas and Stewart Robson hit the dance floor while in Kiev to learn a traditional Ukrainian dance called hopak.

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Liverpool and Real Madrid will take this path in three short days at the Champions League Final in Kiev.

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Assessing the best combined XI for Liverpool, Real Madrid

ESPN FC's Stewart Robson reveals his best XI comprised of both Liverpool and Real Madrid players.

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Inside Real Madrid's UCL final preparations

As Real Madrid prepare for Kiev we go behind the scenes at the Bernabeu as Ronaldo grabs a lift to training, Zidane speaks about Liverpool and Kroos talks Klopp.

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Del Bosque: Real superior to Liverpool

Former Real Madrid coach Vicente del Bosque has claimed that no Liverpool player would get in the current Real Madrid side.

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Ronaldo: Liverpool remind me of Real

Cristiano Ronaldo says Liverpool remind him of Real Madrid from a couple of years ago.

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Will the UCL final be a thriller or a stalemate?

Gab Marcotti and Stewart Robson examine the styles of Real Madrid and Liverpool and how they combine to set up a potentially thrilling UCL final.

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Zidane: If you criticise Ronaldo, be careful

Zinedine Zidane issues a warning to any doubters who are writing off Cristiano Ronaldo ahead of the Champions League final.

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Inside Liverpool's Champions League final preparations

As Liverpool head to Kiev, a look behind the scenes at Anfield as Salah meets Lampard, van Djik nutmegs Lovren and ESPN meets Wijnaldum.

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Will experience be the deciding factor in the UCL final?

The ESPN FC crew discuss Jurgen Klopp's comments on the role experience will play in the Champions League final.

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BBC vs. Fab Three: Who will come out on top?

Ahead of Saturday's final, take a look back at how the front three for Real Madrid and Liverpool have performed this Champions League season.

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Ramos: Real want to prove we're Kings of Europe

Captain Sergio Ramos hopes Real Madrid can win third consecutive UEFA Champions League title.

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Klopp: Liverpool will have a little pre-season ahead of UCL final

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp revealed he will take his players on an overseas break ahead of the Champions League final against Real Madrid in Kiev.

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    From Griezmann to Rooney: The summer's top transfer targets

    Mark Ogden rounds up some of the big names to watch in the summer window, which is now open.

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    Rumours rated: Martial to Chelsea? Alex Sandro to Man United?

    When is a rumour something more, and when is it not? David Amoyal sorts through the speculation and rates how likely some moves are to take place.

    Scouting Spotlight: Depay reformed

    Scouting spotlight looks at Memphis Depay's reformation, a target on Chelsea and Manchester United's radar and Bayern Munich's nemesis.

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    Why D.C. United need to convince Rooney to come to MLS

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    How the World Cup affects MLS

    The competitive integrity of the MLS season will be affected due to the World Cup absences, and the impact will be uneven to say the least.

    Ale's Weekly MLS Awards

    Alejandro Moreno hands out his awards for the best and worst from the week that was in MLS.

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    MLS Predictor: Week 13

    ESPN FC's Alexis Nunes and Brian McBride square off in predicting the key fixtures throughout Major League Soccer.

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    MLS: 40 goals in 90 seconds

    From a pair of stunning goals in Portland to Bradley Wright-Phillips' double in Atlanta, check out all 40 goals from Week 12 in MLS.

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    Montreal 0-1 LA Galaxy: Ibra sent off in win - Via MLS

    Ola Kamara rescued LA Galaxy with a decisive goal at Montreal after a Zlatan Ibrahimovic red card reduced the visitors to 10 men.

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    Atlanta 1-3 New York: BWP brace caps dramatic night - Via MLS

    Sunday's clash between two of the top teams in the East had just about everything, as the New York Red Bulls inflicted a second straight home defeat for Atlanta United.

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    Chicago 2-3 Houston: Dynamo fight back - Via MLS

    Alberth Elis struck twice in the second half to turn the tide for Houston Dynamo in a comeback win at Chicago.

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    Minnesota 1-1 Sporting KC: Loons hold West's best - Via MLS

    Darwin Quintero equalized shortly after Khiry Shelton's early goal to ensure a point for Minnesota against Western Conference leaders Sporting KC.

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    Portland 2-1 LAFC: Timbers slow down LAFC - Via MLS

    Samuel Armenteros scored his first career MLS goal to lead Portland to three points and end LAFC's six-match unbeaten run.

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    Toronto 2-1 Orlando: Reds tame Lions - Via MLS

    Toronto picked up just their third league win of the season, behind goals from local boys Jay Chapman and Ryan Telfer.

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    NYCFC 4-0 Colorado: David Villa Day - Via MLS

    On a day dubbed David Villa Day in New York City, the newest member of the 400-goals club scored two more to lead NYCFC past Colorado.

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    New England 0-1 Columbus: Abubakar seals Crew win - Via MLS

    Lalas Abubakar headed in the late winner to give the Columbus Crew an away victory against the New England Revolution.

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    FC Dallas 2-2 Vancouver: Whitecaps scrape late draw - Via MLS

    Kei Kamara slotted home a penalty deep into injury time to help the Vancouver Whitecaps claw back a 2-2 draw against FC Dallas.

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    Pulisic wants to lead U.S. and Dortmund by example

    Pulisic is the face of the U.S. men's national team and it's a lot of pressure for a 19-year-old. But he is focused on becoming a quiet leader.

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    McBride: Pulisic right about USMNT failure

    Former U.S. international Brian McBride backs Christian Pulisic's comments about a lack of focus being to blame for the USMNT missing the World Cup.

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    Pulisic addresses Liverpool links

    The FC crew assess Christian Pulisic's Dortmund future after he sat down with ESPN's Jeff Carlisle to talk transfer rumours and the USMNT.

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    wORLD cUP

    Last Train to Russia: Moscow

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    Last Train to Russia: Kaliningrad

    Martin Ainstein's tour of World Cup host cities continues in Kaliningrad, where he boards the B413 Russian submarine in the Baltic Sea.

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    Last Train to Russia: Sochi

    Martin Ainstein's tour of World Cup host cities arrives at Sochi's Fisht Stadium, which will host six World Cup matches this summer.

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    Last Train to Russia: Rostov-on-Don

    Martin Ainstein's train pulls up at World Cup host city Rostov-on-Don, home of the historic Museum of Railways.

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    Last Train to Russia: Volgograd

    Martin Ainstein's tour of Russian World Cup host cities arrives at the scene of the Battle of Stalingrad, the largest and bloodiest of World War II.

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    Last Train to Russia: Ekaterinburg

    Martin Ainstein's latest stop on his tour of World Cup host cities takes him to Ekaterinburg, located on the border of Europe and Asia.

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    Last Train to Russia: Kazan

    Martin Ainstein visits World Cup host city Kazan, home to one of the largest and most historic mosques in Europe.

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    Last Train to Russia: Samara

    The fourth leg of Martin Ainstein's trip through Russia takes him to World Cup host city Samara, home of Stalin's bunker.

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    Last Train to Russia: Saransk

    Episode 3 of Last Train to Russia sees Martin Ainstein alight at World Cup host city Saransk to examine one of the country's national obsessions - ice hockey.

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    Last Train to Russia: Nizhny Novgorod

    A sneak peak of episode 2 of Martin Ainstein's Russian odyssey takes him to World Cup host city Nizhny Novgorod, famous for its Matryoshka dolls.

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    Last Train to Russia: St. Petersburg

    Join Martin Ainstein on his trip to St. Petersburg in an extract from episode 1 of Last Train to Russia, airing on ESPN networks throughout this week ahead of the World Cup.

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    Real Madrid

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    Inside Real Madrid's UCL final preparations

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    Casemiro's perfect response to Xavi criticism

    Casemiro had the perfect response to Xavi's criticism of the Real Madrid midfielder's inability to "dominate space-time."

    Zidane: No team with 'more hunger' than Madrid

    Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane said his players have shown they are motivated to win the Champions League again after a difficult season.

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    UCL in 90 seconds: 11 ways Liverpool can beat Real Madrid

    From making Mo Salah feel great to having Russell Crowe support the opposition, the Exploding Heads reveal 11 ways in which Liverpool can deny Real Madrid a 13th European Cup.

    The agony and ecstasy of Champions League finals

    As the Champions League final approaches, Liverpool blogger Dave Usher discusses polar bears, walruses and superstitions. As you do ...

    Inside Liverpool's Champions League final preparations

    As Liverpool head to Kiev, a look behind the scenes at Anfield as Salah meets Lampard, van Djik nutmegs Lovren and ESPN meets Wijnaldum.

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    Kompany: I'd be happy to see Liverpool win the UCL

    ESPN FC's Alexis Nunes picks Vincent Kompany's brain about the UCL final and whether Liverpool can end Spain's dominance in the competition.

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    Liverpool and Real Madrid's major issues to sort

    Both Liverpool and Real Madrid have some issues to fix if they are to walk away with the trophy. Here are three things to watch for each side.

    What to do in Kiev 3 days before the Champions League Final? For Dan Thomas and Stewart Robson, the answer was obvious - Ukrainian dance lessons.

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    32 teams in 32 days: Team Previews

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    World Cup 2018: Previews of all 32 teams

    The 2018 World Cup won't have Italy or the U.S. but all the big hitters like Brazil, Germany and Argentina will battle. Get the info you need here.

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    Nigeria: Tight-knit squad need to counter question in goal

    John Obi Mikel leads a talented side, but a goalkeeping issue continues to cast a long shadow and may yet destabilise the team in Russia.

    What Nigeria need to do to progress out of Group D

    The ESPN FC crew discuss the facets of Nigeria's game and what it will take for the Super Eagles to advance into the round of 16.

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    Extra Time: Ancelotti, Emery, Zidane, Klinsmann and more

    The FC panel answer your managerial related tweets on Carlo Ancelotti at Napoli, Unai Emery at Arsenal, a second chance for Klinsmann and more.

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    Why Ancelotti's appointment at Napoli makes sense

    ESPN FC's Gab Marcotti explains what led to Carlo Ancelotti's appointment as Napoli head coach.

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    Robson: Methodical Emery the right fit for Arsenal

    Stewart Robson details what makes Unai Emery the right choice for Arsenal and why the club would have been taking the easy route with Mikel Arteta.

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    How Arsenal decided on Unai Emery as manager

    The FC crew react to reports Arsenal are set to replace Arsene Wenger with former PSG boss Unai Emery, rather than former Gunner Mikel Arteta.

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    Why Paul Pogba's future is at Old Trafford

    Julien Laurens explains Paul Pogba's state of mind following a season which occasionally saw strained relationships with manager Jose Mouinho.

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    Laurens: Griezmann torn apart over his future

    Julien Laurens provides insight into the difficult decision Antoine Griezmann faces: staying with Atletico Madrid or joining Messi at Barcelona.

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    Is PSG's Buffon interest tied to Financial Fair Play?

    The FC crew weigh the pros and cons of PSG's reported interest in Gianluigi Buffon and ponder whether Financial Fair Play is a factor.

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    Moreno: Morata's Chelsea form left Lopetegui no choice

    Alejandro Moreno and Shaka Hislop believe Alvaro Morata's regression in a Chelsea uniform cost him his chance at making Spain's World Cup team.

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    Will Argentina regret Mauro Icardi snub?

    After Mauro Icardi's big season for Inter, the FC crew question his omission from Argentina's 23-man squad for the World Cup.

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    Mariner: Belgium stupid to omit Nainggolan

    Paul Mariner says the World Cup will be a sadder place without Radja Nainggolan, after the midfielder was left out of Belgium's provisional squad.

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    Manchester United

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    Man United, football need break from each other

    The players need a break from their manager; supporters need respite from the dull fare that was served up after April's Manchester derby.

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    Mourinho's United spending spree: Who does he need?

    Jose Mourinho could be set for another summer of spending, but where -- or more importantly, who -- does he need to turn Man United into contenders?

    Mourinho at United: If he's not winning, what's he good for?

    It's Louis van Gaal football with added paranoia. Two seasons in at Manchester United and Jose Mourinho's style and manner is beginning to grate.

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    Cristiano Ronaldo tops ESPN World Fame 100

    To find the 100 most famous athletes in the world, we started with 600 of the biggest names in sports, drawn from 68 countries. Real Madrid and Portugal superstar Cristiano Ronaldo is No. 1.

    33 Reasons to love and hate Cristiano Ronaldo

    Cristiano Ronaldo is top of the ESPN World Fame 100 list. Here are 33 reasons to love or hate the 33-year-old Real Madrid superstar.

    Portugal destined for edgy and nervous World Cup

    While Portugal shocked at Euro 2016, Ian Darke and company feel Cristiano Ronaldo's aging side may not be able to punch above their weight

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    Premier League

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    Yaya Toure would undo City legacy by joining Man United

    Yaya Toure has arguably been one of the driving forces in Manchester City's resurgence. So why on earth would he want to go to Manchester United?

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    Hislop: Pellegrini is a perfect match for West Ham

    Former West Ham goalkeeper Shaka Hislop says he is excited by the club's decision to hire Manuel Pellegrini to replace David Moyes.

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    Guardiola, Mourinho open up about Bobby Robson impact

    They appear wholly different, but they share an influence in Sir Bobby Robson. A new film explores just what Robson meant -- to them and many more.

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    Transfer lookahead: Who stays and who goes in Europe?

    The season is over, but the transfer business is only just beginning for Europe's top clubs. ESPN FC's club correspondents discuss.

    Transfer lookahead: Who stays and who goes in the Premier League?

    The season is over, but the transfer business is only just beginning for the Premier League's top clubs. ESPN FC's club correspondents discuss.

    Transfer Talk: Manchester United

    ESPN's Manchester United correspondent Rob Dawson discussed how he feels Jose Mourinho can create a side to rival Manchester City.

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    Transfer Talk: Arsenal

    ESPN's Arsenal correspondent Mattias Karen feels Arsenal need to bring in several key defenders if the club is to challenge for sivlerware.

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    Transfer Talk: Chelsea

    ESPN's Chelsea correspondent Liam Twomey discusses the transfer business needed to turn the club into title contenders again.

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    Transfer Talk: Liverpool

    ESPN's Liverpool correspondent Glenn Price shares his view on where Jurgen Klopp can add strength to his squad and become title contenders.

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    Transfer Talk: Manchester City

    ESPN's Manchester City correspondent Jonathon Smith discusses what the club need to do to defend the Premier League title.

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    Transfer Talk: Tottenham

    ESPN's Tottenham correspondent Dan Kilpatrick reveals the transfers he feels will help the club win silverware in the coming season.

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    MUST SEE

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    A sneak peek at 'Messi and Me'

    Matt Eliason's dream of playing professionally appeared to be over, until a chance appearance in a friendly with Lionel Messi changed his life.

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    18 things you may have forgotten from this season

    The 2017-18 season is over. But here are 18 things from across Europe you might have forgotten happened.

    The Vieira-Nice saga is getting 'really weird'

    NYCFC's Patrick Vieira denies reports he's close to becoming manager of Nice, but Julien Laurens says Nice officials are singing a different tune.

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    Has Tuchel convinced Neymar to stay at PSG?

    Julien Laurens loves the rumour that Neymar and Thomas Tuchel got along during their first meeting while discussing Neymar's role next season.

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    Laurens: Griezmann torn apart over his future

    Julien Laurens provides insight into the difficult decision Antoine Griezmann faces: staying with Atletico Madrid or joining Messi at Barcelona.

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    How Arsenal decided on Unai Emery as manager

    The FC crew react to reports Arsenal are set to replace Arsene Wenger with former PSG boss Unai Emery, rather than former Gunner Mikel Arteta.

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    Owen: Salah should win the Ballon d'Or

    Former Liverpool forward Michael Owen believes that if his former club win the UEFA Champions League, Mohamed Salah will deserve to win the Ballon d'Or award.

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    Marcelo joins son's team for header challenge

    Real Madrid's Marcelo seems relaxed ahead of the Champions League final as he shares a few smiles with his son's team.

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    Is PSG's Buffon interest tied to Financial Fair Play?

    The FC crew weigh the pros and cons of PSG's reported interest in Gianluigi Buffon and ponder whether Financial Fair Play is a factor.

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    Assessing Mourinho's tenure at Man United

    The ESPN FC panel rate the success of Jose Mourinho's time at Manchester United and discuss his relationship with Paul Pogba.

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    TOE POKE in review

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    Toe Poke best of the season

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    Pranks, fails, dodgy statues ... and of course, Zlatan

    Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Mohamed Salah's doppelganger, dodgy statues (and good ones), penalty fails and top pranks: It's the Toe Poke awards 2018!

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    Neymar and Brazil stars catch helicopter to training

    Neymar, Douglas Costa, Thiago Silva, Philippe Countinho and the Brazil team are flying high ahead of the World Cup.

    Marcelo joins son's team for header challenge

    Real Madrid's Marcelo seems relaxed ahead of the Champions League final as he shares a few smiles with his son's team.

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    Grant Holt: The Wrestler

    Former Norwich City striker Grant Holt is to follow Tim Weise's lead and make the late-career move from football into the world of wrestling.

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    Will Favre be the man to get Dortmund back on track?

    The meticulous and tactically brilliant Lucien Favre might be the best available choice for the Black and Yellows but still seems like a compromise.

    Dortmund's fan connection makes them special

    As Borussia Dortmund prepare for their first trip to the United States, we look at what makes the club so special after years of upheaval.

    Is U.S. teenager Tyler Adams ready for the Bundesliga?

    With Tyler Adams being linked to RB Leipzig, Alejandro Moreno explains why the American international is ready to make the move from MLS.

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    United States

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    More comments, no accountability after USMNT failure

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    U.S. not all about Pulisic as McKennie, Miazga get their chance

    Christian Pulisic is the star of the latest U.S. squad but players like Weston McKennie, who is gaining minutes at club level, will also form the core.

    McKennie: New USMNT faces have a lot to prove

    Weston McKennie talks about his success at Schalke, the new faces on the U.S. roster and much more ahead of their training camp.

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    LIga MX

    Liga MX re-institutes youth development rule

    Liga MX will introduce a rule designed to give younger players more opportunities in Mexico's first division, the league announced on Wednesday.

    Santos, Djaniny sum up the best of the Clausura

    While the World Cup and already the Apertura loom, Tom Marshall looks back on the Clausura to offer up his best and worst in Liga MX.

    Liga MX team-by team review: lightning round style

    From champions Santos Laguna to relegated, now not relegated Lobos BUAP, Cesar Hernandez recaps all 18 Liga MX teams with a single sentence.

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    The Exploding Heads' End of Season Awards

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    Will Smith to sing 2018 World Cup song

    Will Smith and Nicky Jam have been locked in to perform the official 2018 World Cup song, according to multiple reports.

    Marcotti's Musings: Mourinho, Conte, Serie A drama and more

    Jose Mourinho may not be bothered about losing the FA Cup final but he has to fix how Man United play, writes Gab Marcotti. PLUS: Andres Iniesta's place in Spain's best-ever discussion, Lazio vs. Inter delivers drama and Chelsea must be careful as to how they replace Antonio Conte.

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    Extra Time: World Cup snubs, Salah vs. Kane and more

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    European Football

    the 2017-18 season in review

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    The Final Word on Bundesliga: Bayern cruise as rivals regroup

    Bayern showed a surprising amount of weakness early this season but still ran away with the title. It's up to their rivals to do better.

    The Final Word on La Liga: Messi shines

    Barcelona were runaway winners as Lionel Messi shone like never before, while Atletico and Valencia offered hope for more than a two-horse race.

    The Final Word on Serie A: Dybala leads Juve

    Juventus continued their title dominance but it was a close call. It's been a stunning Serie A season. Next year has a lot to live up to.

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    Club kits for 2018-19

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    Arsenal's new kit: red pin stripes on white sleeves

    Arsenal announced their new home kit for next season on Tuesday with a new sleeve design that has divided opinion among fans.

    Lukaku, Pogba, Martial model new United kit

    After securing second spot in the Premier League with a goalless draw, Manchester United celebrated by treating themselves to a brand new third kit.

    Manchester City unveil new kit ahead of new season

    After wrapping up the Premier League title, Man City have treated themselves to a brand new kit for the 2018-19 season.

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    Kompany reveals how Man City can improve in 2018-19

    Man City's Vincent Kompany tells Alexis Nunes how their record-breaking season came together, what it's like working under Pep Guardiola and more.

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    Kompany: Pep 'intensity' can see City retain title

    Vincent Kompany said Pep Guardiola has laid the foundation for Manchester City to achieve prolonged success in the Premier League.

    Can Pep keep Man City at the top for another two seasons?

    Alexis Nunes and Paul Mariner react to Pep Guardiola signing a two-year extension and debate whether he can take Man City to the next level.

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    Chelsea

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    Chelsea owner Abramovich's visa issues explained

    The delay by UK authorities in processing Roman Abramovich's visa renewal application won't stop him owning Chelsea, but it could cause some issues.

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    Chelsea need to show patience, hold on to Morata

    Alvaro Morata sputtered in his debut season at Chelsea but still has the tools to succeed. Now it is up to Chelsea to show some faith in the player.

    Can Chelsea's season be considered a success?

    Shaka Hislop and Alexis Nunes debate whether Chelsea's FA Cup triumph makes it a successful season and what it means for Eden Hazard's future.

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    England

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    Marcotti: Kane putting England in lose-lose situation

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    Kane can make captain's armband matter with goals

    The captain's armband has generally lost its lustre but if that added responsibility keeps fuelling Harry Kane its value cannot be overstated.

    Why Harry Kane is worthy of the England captaincy

    Shaka Hislop explains why England made the right choice naming Harry Kane as captain for the 2018 World Cup.

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    Argentina

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    Sampaoli must build around Messi, address defence

    Argentina's latest coach faces an age-old problem. Will Sampaoli's playing style suit a suspect defence and allow his star to shine?

    Messi: Inside the life of the world’s most private superstar

    Sam Borden: Lionel Messi only seems like the least interesting man in the world. Listen closely and his silence speaks louder than most athletes' shouts.

    Pavon ready to be Argentina's secret weapon

    Cristian Pavon has always been confident in his abilities but has always delivered. Now he stands to be Argentina's secret weapon in Russia.

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    Aves win Portuguese Cup, cap miserable season for Sporting

    Desportivo das Aves' stunning cup final victory over Sporting capped a remarkable season for the minnows and the hardest week in Sporting's history.

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    Croatia's Rebic is finally proving his worth

    Ante Revic shone the brightest as Eintracht Frankfurt stunned Bayern in the cup final. Though he's had a tough career, he will be at the World Cup.

    Mexicans in Europe grades: A+ Lozano shines, Chicharito a C+

    The European season has now drawn to a close. We grade how the most prominent Europeos performed in their 2017-18 tournaments.

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    Wolfsburg beat Holstein Kiel to stay in Bundesliga

    Robin Knoche's goal 15 minutes from time ensured Wolfsburg kept their place in the Bundesliga after beating Holstein Kiel 4-1 on aggregate.

    Tiny Huesca earn historic La Liga promotion

    Huesca will play in La Liga for the first time in the club's history next season after beating Lugo 2-0 in the Segunda division.

    Ajaccio forfeit home field in promotion playoff vs. Toulouse

    Ajaccio have escaped dismissal from the playoffs for promotion to Ligue 1 but will be deprived of home advantage for the first leg of the final.

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    Buffon a perfect 10 in Juventus finale

    For his immaculate performances over the years, stellar career and his graciousness, Gigi Buffon got a perfect 10 in his final Juve outing.

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    Mixed season for Milan as Rossoneri miss UCL

    AC Milan's season promised much but delivered little. Nikola Kalinic flopped and financial fair play sanctions loom over the Rossoneri.

    Marcotti: Inter's summer gamble pays off with top 4

    Gab Marcotti explains how Inter's big decision in the summer proved decisive to securing Champions League football for the first time since 2012.

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    FIFA World Cup

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    Gazza, Suarez feature in infamous World Cup bans

    We take a look at those whose World Cup was cut short for a range of misdemeanours. Here's 10 of the "best".

    Was the 1998 World Cup fixed?

    Michel Platini has said France influenced the 1998 World Cup group stage draw. We take a look at the background.

    Tensions escalating between FIFA and UEFA

    The battle lines have been drawn. UEFA's rejection of FIFA's proposed $25bn remodelling of world football have tensions at an all-time high.

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    Report Cards: City top of the class, Chelsea flops

    ESPN FC's club correspondents hand out their end of season reports for the top clubs in the Premier League. Manchester City are top of the class, but what of the others?

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    Man City have 10-year plan to dominate - chief

    Manchester City chairman Khaldoon al Mubarak has warned their rivals that they expect the club to get even stronger over the next decade.

    Manchester City 2017/18 Season Review

    ESPN's Manchester City correspondent Jonathan Smith shares his view on a season where Manchester City finished champions 19 points ahead of Manchester United.

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    Manchester United 2017/18 Season Review

    ESPN's Manchester United correspondent Rob Dawson gives his view on the club's second place finish to rivals Manchester City.

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    Tottenham 2017/18 Season Review

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