Favorites
Customize ESPN
ESPN Apps
Zidane is known best for his ability to win
What kind of manager is Zinedine Zidane? His style and tactics are hard to pin down but one quality is undeniable: his ability to win.
UEFA/UEFA via Getty Images
How the Champions League final will be won and lost
Michael Cox: Which formation will Zinedine Zidane use? Can Marcelo cope against Mohamed Salah? Will Liverpool score early? What role will substitutes play?
Klopp happy to take pressure off Liverpool players
"When you win, it's down to you and when you lose, it's down to me." Jurgen Klopp doesn't mind the pressure, especially if it frees his players.
Keys to victory in the Champions League final
On the eve of the UEFA Champions League final, the FC crew break down what Liverpool and Real Madrid need to do to lift the trophy.
10:04
Champions League Signwriters: Proofread your banners
The Exploding Heads receive all type of Liverpool banner requests ahead of the Champions League final including the good, bad and absolutely dreadful.
1:51
Why UEFA chose Kiev as a UCL final venue
ESPN FC's Gab Marcotti sits down exclusively with UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin, who defends the process for selecting a UCL final host city.
2:32
Dua Lipa, inside Real Madrid's plane and Lyon win the Champions League
Real Madrid and Liverpool board their planes to Kiev as ESPN build up to the UEFA Champions League final.
3:21
'Liverpool are on a different level to British clubs'
Liverpool fans at John Lennon airport gave their score predictions as they prepared to fly to Kiev to watch their team in the Champions League final.
1:31
"If Klopp doesn't win we should sack him" Taxi Talk
We speak to Liverpool and Madrid taxi drivers about the Champions League final, Salah vs Ronaldo and score predictions.
3:49
Wijnaldum: UCL glory wouldn't replace World Cup heartache
Liverpool's Georginio Wijnaldum tells ESPN how winning the Champions League would not make up for Holland not being at the World Cup.
0:37
UCL Predictor: Who will 'lift' the trophy?
ESPN FC's Dan Thomas and Stewart Robson head to Hydropark in Kiev to put their innovative way of predicting the Champions League winner to the test.
1:53
Liverpool depart for Kiev
Jurgen Klopp and his Liverpool team departed John Lennon airport as they head to Kiev for the Champions League Final.
0:47
Salah: I aim to be consistent like Messi and Ronaldo
Liverpool striker Mohamed Salah is looking forward to facing Cristiano Ronaldo in the UEFA Champions League final with Real Madrid on Saturday.
1:21
Cafu delivers Champions League trophy to Kiev
2007 Uefa Champions League winner Cafu has paraded the trophy in Kiev ahead of the final on Saturday.
0:51
Man Utd fan McIlroy admits he wants Liverpool to win Champions League
Irish golf star and Manchester United fan Rory McIlroy hopes arch rivals Liverpool will win the UEFA Champions League final against Real Madrid on Saturday.
0:25
Wijnaldum: Salah can match Messi and Ronaldo
Liverpool's Georginio Wijnaldum insists Mo Salah must replicate his form for many years to be mentioned with the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.
1:47
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.
2:30
Transfers
Transfer Talk: Rooney wants to join D.C. United
Wayne Rooney's visit to the U.S. went so well that the Everton man has apparently made up his mind to move to MLS. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Peter Byrne/PA Images via Getty Images
Man United target Fred: Five things to know
Fred has learned much from Ronaldinho, Dunga and Fernandinho and will wear Brazil's yellow at the World Cup. Is Old Trafford next on his journey?
Rumour Rater: Alderweireld, Jorginho, Griezmann and more
Toby Alderweireld to Man United? Jorginho to Man City? ESPN FC's Alejandro Moreno breaks down those rumours and more in Rumour Rater.
4:16
UEFA Champions League final
onscene in kiev
Cristiano Ronaldo takes the pitch for Real Madrid's final training session ahead of the Champions League Final.
Liverpool supporters already in top form ahead of the Champions League Final.
Liverpool wraps up its final training session ahead of the Champions League Final.
TOP HEADLINES
Major League Soccer
Atlanta impresses as balance of power shifts
A third of the way through the 2018 MLS season, it's clear MLS is evolving, the East is becoming a powerhouse, and Atlanta is at the center of both.
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.
Why D.C. United need to convince Rooney to come to MLS
2:24
Arriola: I'd love the opportunity to play with Rooney
D.C. United's Paul Arriola joins the Heineken ESPN FC Boot Room to discuss his season so far, the prospect of playing with Wayne Rooney and more.
5:57
Ale's Weekly MLS Awards
Alejandro Moreno hands out his awards for the best and worst from the week that was in MLS.
3:22
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.
1:31
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.
1:57
Bale at a crossroads in Real Madrid career
Regardless of whether Real Madrid win the Champions League, Gareth Bale has a choice to make: Stay and become a bit-part player, or seek a new challenge.
AP Photo/Paul White
Which strike trio will win the Champions League?
Gab Marcotti: Real Madrid vs. Liverpool will be a tale of two attacking trios as the "BBC" of Bale, Benzema and Cristiano Ronaldo go up against Salah, Firmino and Mane. It's a study in contrasts.
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.
FC Daily
Stream now on ESPN+
The crew previews the Champions League final and predicts who will be lifting the trophy in Kiev.
ESPN
uefa president talks to espn
exclusive interview
Ceferin: Global Nations League would have no impact on UCL value
UEFA president and FIFA vice-president Aleksander Ceferin speaks with ESPN FC's Gab Marcotti about FIFA's recent proposal of a global Nations League.
5:58
Future UCL finals more 'fan friendly' - Ceferin
Ceferin addressed the logistical problems that have plagued many fans traveling to Kiev for Saturday's final between Liverpool and Real Madrid.
Ceferin: European club imbalance is a concern
Exclusive: UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin tells Gab Marcotti UEFA will do everything in their power to ensure a fair financial playing field.
5:33
Manchester United
Soccer
Man United need to think twice before selling Martial, Shaw
Anthony Martial and Luke Shaw have both fallen out of favour with Jose Mourinho. But with both just 22, Man United must really think before selling.
How close are Alderweireld and Fred to joining?
ESPN FC's senior football writer Mark Ogden discusses the likelihood that Toby Alderweireld, Fred and Alex Sandro move to Old Trafford this summer.
2:28
United fans want Liverpool to lose but are envious
It's true: Most United fans will want a Madrid win on Saturday. But wider feelings -- about the game and that Liverpool are in it -- are conflicted.
Liverpool
Soccer
Exclusive: Wijnaldum talks to ESPN FC
1:47
Salah can match Ronaldo, Messi - Wijnaldum
Georginio Wijnaldum says Mohamed Salah has matched Cristiano Ronaldo this season but must excel for "many more years" to earn equal billing.
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.
4:28
Ream: Everyone wants to play in the Premier League
ESPN's Alison Bender met up with US and Fulham defender Tim Ream to talk about this weekend's Championship playoff final at Wembley.
7:57
Terry's Chelsea dilemma if Villa win playoff
John Terry joined Aston Villa partly so he could avoid facing Chelsea. If Villa beat Fulham in the playoff final, he'll have a dilemma to ponder.
ESPN FC TV
Extra Time: Liverpool facing failure? Sarri for Chelsea?
5:45
ESPN FC Best of the Week
From the highs and lows of Kiev to Ale Moreno nearly walking off the set, check out all the best moments of the week from ESPN FC.
2:57
Extra Time: Zlatan vs. Vela, World Cup dark horses
The ESPN FC panel answer your tweets comparing Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Carlos Vela, this year's potential World Cup dark horses and more.
11:44
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.
1:52
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.
8:38
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.
5:15
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.
1:04
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.
3:06
upcoming games on espn+
The Toe Poke
Ronaldo on shirtless celebrations: 'It just happens'
Cristiano Ronaldo is adamant he never sets out to celebrate goals by whipping his jersey off and flexing his muscles, insisting "it just happens."
Ronaldo injures cameraman with wayward shot
A cameraman covering Real Madrid's UCL training got more than he signed up for Friday -- a gash on the head and Cristiano Ronaldo's jacket.
Salah set to wear speedy boots in UCL final
Adidas have revealed the next-gen boots that Mohamed Salah will be wearing for the Champions League final this weekend.
'Closed city' Nizhny Novgorod ready for World Cup party
Eliot Rothwell
Real Madrid
Soccer
Inside Real Madrid's UCL final preparations
3:05
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.
Japanese J-League
Andres Iniesta arrives
Iniesta arrival a massive boost for J.League and Asia
Andres Iniesta will bring a lot to Vissel Kobe, the J.League and Asia. The 'Iniesta methodology' may shape the future of football in the region.
Koji Watanabe/Getty Images
Iniesta: Vissel Kobe have a very exciting project
Barcelona legend Andres Iniesta was presented as Vissel Kobe player on Thursday and revealed why he joined.
BEHROUZ MEHRI/AFP/Getty Images
1:17
Iniesta's Barcelona goodbye in pictures
Sunday saw Andres Iniesta play his 670th and final game for Barcelona as the Spanish champions closed out their season vs. Real Sociedad.
Arsenal
Unai Emery unveiled as new manager
What are the biggest challenges facing Unai Emery?
4:32
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.
Meet Emery's staff set to bring new era to Arsenal
Unai Emery will bring several of his trusted backroom team with him to Arsenal. Here is a look at the men who are set to join him at the Emirates.
United States
Focus on Green, Pulisic, Ream
Julian Green's long road back to U.S. fold
"Everything made me stronger, I think." Julian Green's career stuttered after the 2014 World Cup but a strong season on loan has him soaring again.
Adam Pretty/Bongarts/Getty Images
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.
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.
3:48
Tottenham Hotspur
Soccer
Pochettino's long-term commitment should inspire stars
Tottenham will hope that manager Mauricio Pochettino's renewed commitment at the club will inspire star players to follow suit.
Alderweireld transfer saga reveals Spurs' conflict
Mauricio Pochettino may have lost the battle over his centre-back, but he has laid down a marker to chairman Daniel Levy: Back us with more cash.
Tottenham send message with Pochettino extension
With Mauricio Pochettino putting pen to paper on a new five-year deal, ESPN FC's Alejandro explains why he's the right man to move Spurs forward.
3:38
Spanish Primera División
Lowe: Griezmann grappling with Barcelona transfer decision
ESPN FC's Sid Lowe explains what's delaying Antoine Griezmann from making a decision on his future.
1:17
Griezmann left out of Atletico kit launch
Atletico are preparing themselves for life without Antoine Griezmann after leaving him out of the promotional imagery for their new home kit
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.
Italian Serie A
Ancelotti won't be shaken by Napoli challenge
Announcing Carlo Ancelotti like 007, Aurelio De Laurentiis knew it would take something box office to make fans forget Maurizio Sarri in a hurry.
Roberto Serra - Iguana Press/Getty Images
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.
0:47
wORLD cUP
Last Train to Russia: Moscow
6:55
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.
4:57
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.
3:22
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.
4:17
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.
4:39
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.
2:51
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.
3:45
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.
4:28
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.
4:05
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.
3:18
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.
4:41
FIFA World Cup
32 teams in 32 days: Team Previews
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.
ESPN
Portugal: All eyes on Ronaldo
Portugal won Euro 2016 without Cristiano Ronaldo making the difference in the final. Can he lead this group to victory in Russia?
Tunisia: Injuries a concern early on
An injury to Youssef Msakni will deny Tunisia of their top threat, and Ghaylen Chaaleli, Mohamed Amine Ben Amor and the Ali Maaloul are all a doubt.
Chelsea
Soccer
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.
Getty
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.
2:04
Soccer
Diary of Martin: The story of Chernobyl
ESPN's Martin Ainstein takes a two-hour trip outside of Kiev to tour the site of the one of the world's worst environmental disasters.
3:14
Premier League
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.
Yaya would undo City legacy by joining 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?
2017-18 in review
Power Rankings: Was anyone better than Messi?
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?
Cox: Guardiola was manager of the season
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?
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!
ESPN FAME 100
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.
Messi: 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.
Transfer window
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.
2:12
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.
2:26
Transfer Talk: Chelsea
ESPN's Chelsea correspondent Liam Twomey discusses the transfer business needed to turn the club into title contenders again.
3:27
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.
2:26
Transfer Talk: Manchester City
ESPN's Manchester City correspondent Jonathon Smith discusses what the club need to do to defend the Premier League title.
2:01
Transfer Talk: Tottenham
ESPN's Tottenham correspondent Dan Kilpatrick reveals the transfers he feels will help the club win silverware in the coming season.
2:20
FIFA World Cup
Brazil, Argentina both dealing with distractions pre-World Cup
Brazil and Argentina are two of the favourites in Russia, but less than a month before the World Cup both are dealing with pre-Cup distractions.
Lakers send Neymar autographed Lonzo Ball jersey
The Los Angeles Lakers sent Neymar a signed Lonzo Ball jersey, and the Brazil star took to Twitter to show his thanks.
CONMEBOL Copa Libertadores
Argentina's battle with Brazil in Copa Libertadores
Brazilian and Argentine clubs ruled the group stage, but when the tournament resumes after the World Cup, expect one nation to have the upper hand.
The Undefeated
European soccer needs more black coaches
Andrew Jones/The Undefeated
German Bundesliga
Bayern's James launches own cryptocurrency
James Rodriguez has launched his own cryptocurrency to "reflect his brand values and build stronger fan relationships." Modern football, eh?
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.
European Football
the 2017-18 season in review
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.
United States
Soccer
Earnie Stewart favourite for USMNT GM?
Ale Moreno says if Earnie Stewart becomes the USMNT general manager he'll be the key person in identifying the next head coach.
3:31
More comments, no accountability after USMNT failure
Herculez Gomez cites a lack of accountability from the U.S. about missing the World Cup after comments from Alejandro Bedoya and Jurgen Klinsmann.
11:16
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.
LIga MX
Five Liga MX storylines to watch ahead of Apertura 2018
Keep an eye on the overhaul at Cruz Azul, Miguel Herrera's ticking clock, uncertainty at Chivas and in Monterrey, and the effect of no relegation.
Hector Vivas/Getty Images
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.
Mexico
Soccer
World Cup blow just another bump in road for Mexico's Araujo
It's a colossal shame that Nestor Araujo will miss the 2018 World Cup through injury but it's just a bump in the road for the dogged defender.
Michael Regan - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images
Two on Tri: Who makes Mexico's final roster?
After Mexico's preliminary World Cup roster was announced, Herc Gomez talks about which players he wouldn't take to Russia.
5:09
Marquez trains without Mexico sponsor logos
Rafa Marquez may be heading to his fifth World Cup, but it appears he'll do it without Mexico sponsor logos on his gear.
England
Soccer
Marcotti: Kane putting England in lose-lose situation
1:21
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.
2:19
FIFA World Cup
World Cup Top Tenner: The good, bad and ugly
The World Cup has showcased the best and worst football has to offer. Here's a look at the tournament's incredible history.
World Cup Willie and Ciao: Best World Cup mascots
From the cuddly to the surreal to the conceptual art projects, the World Cup mascots down the years have been a rather mixed bunch.
Deschamps tells Rabiot to 'grow up'
Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Adrien Rabiot "has made a huge mistake" in refusing to be a World Cup standby player, says France manager Didier Deschamps.
1:01
How much will Argentina miss Sergio Romero?
ESPN FC's Brian McBride shares his thoughts on how Argentina will cope at the World Cup without injured, No. 1 goalkeeper Sergio Romero.
2:19
Kompany: Martinez doesn't treat Belgium players like schoolchildren
ESPN FC's Alexis Nunes talks World Cup expectations with Belgium defender Vincent Kompany and what Roberto Martinez brings to the table.
1:20
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.
2:59
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.
3:22
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.
2:33
Will Poland survive the World Cup group stage?
The FC crew examine Poland's outlook for the 2018 World Cup and whether they will be hindered by over-reliance on Robert Lewandowski.
4:23
Cisse: Senegal go to the World Cup to please our people
Senegal head coach Aliou Cisse talks World Cup expectations and whether the current squad can follow the same path as the 2002 generation.
0:44
Premier League
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?
Michael Regan/Getty Images
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.
2:16
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.
3:02
Tottenham 2017/18 Season Review
ESPN's Tottenham correspondent Dan Kilpatirck shares his thoughts on a season where Mauricio Pochettino secured Champions League football during their spell at Wembley.
2:47
Liverpool 2017/18 Season Review
ESPN's Glenn Price reviews Liverpool's season in which Mohamed Salah won the golden boot with the club also making the Champions League Final.
1:47
Chelsea 2017/18 Season Review
ESPN's Chelsea correspondent Liam Twomey shares his thoughts on the club's frustrating season where they missed out on a Champions League spot.
4:53
Arsenal 2017/18 Season Review
ESPN's Arsenal correspondent Mattias Karen talks through Arsene Wenger's last season in charge of the club which ended without any silverware.
2:59
Top Headlines
- Liverpool are back where they belong - Klopp
- Klopp: Reds can bring Real down 'to our level'
- Real's Marcelo has 'nothing to prove' vs. Liverpool
- Utd won't swap Martial for Alderweireld - sources
- 'Chicharito' says manager Osorio 'like a genius'
- Club World Cup offer left UEFA chief 'shocked'
- Rabiot hits out at 'immature' label after snub
- Henry wonders why Suarez, Coutinho left Anfield
- Angry fans break in, boo Brazil during training
World Cup 2018 team previews: What you need to know about 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.
- David Merrell
Kuper: Klopp thriving in new tactical era
Top-class football is changing before our eyes: The "storming" era of the game is leaving the likes of Jose Mourinho and Arsene Wenger behind.
- Dave Merrill
Hornby: Why Wenger had to leave Arsenal
"I never walk out of games early but in these circumstances, staying seemed like a form of self-harm." Nick Hornby on the last days of Wenger.
- USA Today
MLS Confidential: What the players think
Who should be blamed for the U.S.' World Cup qualifying failure? Do young American players get sufficient playing time? What about pro / rel, salaries and dream signings?
- Trey Ingram
Can a 44-year-old cut it in the Premier League?
Our intrepid writer suffers -- and suffers some more -- through a player medical at Everton.
- Getty
Opinion: World Cup 2018 and the ugly side of the beautiful game
We can support the World Cup -- and the players -- without supporting the world's ugliest regimes such as the 2018 hosts, Russia.
- adidas/puma/nike
World Cup kits
A look at all the confirmed jerseys so far from the 32 teams at Russia 2018.
- Gabriele Maltinti/Getty Images
Florence says goodbye to 'capitano' Astori
"Davide Astori ... One of us!" Wright Thompson was present as a city bade farewell to its captain.
- Dave Flanagan
#FC100
The world's top soccer players, ranked by position.
- Brian Konnick
Introducing football's next generation -- Star Wars: The Last Jedi-style
We select the best players under 21 who are primed to rule the football galaxy.
- ESPN Illustration
Exclusive Christian Pulisic interview
The 19-year-old discusses the U.S.' World Cup failure, his development at Borussia Dortmund and his future.
- Brian Konnick
With Andrea Pirlo retiring, who is football's new King of Cool?
Andrea Pirlo, football's undisputed King of Cool, has officially retired. So who will take over the mantle? We pick four compelling candidates.
- ESPN Illustration
Polarising Players: Ozil, Fellaini, Luiz, Benzema, Altidore, Bradley, Higuain
You know the kind of player who just divides opinion wherever he goes? Well, ESPN FC has picked out seven of the best.
- Aaron Dana
The weird and wonderful world of Cristiano Ronaldo's endorsements
Cristiano Ronaldo isn't just one of the greatest on the pitch; he's the G.O.A.T. off it, too. Take a trip inside the mad world of CR7's brands.
- ESPN
Rivals of MLS in 8-bit form
MLS Rivalry Week is full of contentious clashes. Here are some of the best in unique video game format. Ready ... FIGHT!
- EPA/FERNANDO BIZERRA JR
The unthinkable fate of Chapecoense
In November 2016, Brazilian underdogs Chapecoense boarded a plane to play in the game of their lives. Instead, their biggest moment turned into a tragedy no one can forget.
- Jean Catuffe/Getty Images
How Greater Paris became soccer's top talent pool
Simon Kuper explains how it became the best and deepest source of soccer excellence.
ESPN FC's football rogues meet Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
"Rogue One: A Star Wars Story" has us buzzing, and it got us thinking: Who are football's rogues and who would they play in the Star Wars universe?
- David Ramos/Getty Images
Done deals: Completed transfer window moves
The January transfer window is closed; here are all the completed deals.
- Michael Steele/Getty Images
Upcoming fixtures
Keep track of all the important upcoming fixtures in the Premier League, Champions League, La Liga, English Football League and more.
- Darren Walsh/Chelsea FC via Getty Images
Latest scores
Results and scores from the Premier League, Champions League, La Liga, English Football League and more.
- AP Photo/Paul White
League tables
Updated tables from the Premier League, Champions League, La Liga, English Football League and more.
- ESPN
The 50 most influential people in football
Who wields the most influence in the world game, those men and women who have some combination of money, authority and power to shape the sport?
- espn
How a transfer works
The summer transfer window (open from July 1 to 11 p.m. GMT on Aug. 31) is always a volatile and exciting time for clubs, players, agents and fans alike. Here's what happens.
.png)
