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Benzema making a case to be best in the world
Karim Benzema said he plays for those who "know" the game and, as evidenced by his fine Real Madrid form form, we have only just begun to understand it as well as he does.
Muller, Kimmich on target as Bayern win despite Pavard red card
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Man United's Rice pursuit takes a twist; sheep not to blame for Ronaldo move
ESPN's Insider Notebook has the latest as Man United's Declan Rice move has taken a twist. Plus: Why sheep aren't to blame for Cristiano Ronaldo moving house.
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USMNT Big Board: Will Pepi, Hoppe join Pulisic in Qatar?
After a trophy-laden summer and drama-filled September, ESPN looks at the likeliest candidates for places in the World Cup squad, and there are some new names in the mix. The USMNT Big Board is back!
Who could be the surprise inclusion at the World Cup?
Chelsea vs. Man City: Tuchel vs. Guardiola, title questions, key players
Tuchel and Chelsea have beaten Guardiola and Man City in three straight games since April 17: what will Saturday's game hold? We break it down.
What to expect from Chelsea vs. Man City?
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Transfer Talk: Man City to swoop past Real Madrid for PSG's Kylian Mbappe?
Could Manchester City swoop in past Real Madrid to sign PSG star Kylian Mbappe? Transfer Talk has the latest.
Could Tielemans fill the Wijnaldum void at Liverpool?
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'I bet Messi never has to deal with this' - De Roon can't give shirts away
Atalanta's Marten de Roon went to the club shop and offered to pay for jerseys with his name on the back. But nobody showed up.
Dog steals ball, nutmegs player before getting carried off
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- Ole on Utd's slow starts: Let's just be a goal down
- Pep: City lack scorer like Kane, Lukaku, Ronaldo
- Klopp unhappy about schedule after intl. break
- Embattled Koeman to miss Atletico-Barca clash
- Ancelotti backs Benzema to win Ballon d'Or
- Messi missing again for PSG with bone problem
- Top clubs slam FIFA's 'destructive' WC plans
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Would a Granit Xhaka-Weston McKennie swap deal make sense?
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The fight for the soul of Manchester United
Cristiano Ronaldo is back and the club is one of the biggest in the world. But what does that mean to local fans, pushed out by the global game?
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Which LaLiga team should you root for?
Spain's top flight has arrived on ESPN+ and, if you do not have a favorite team from LaLiga, here is a handy guide to all 20 to help you decide.
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How Man Utd got Cristiano Ronaldo to return
In the span of 48 hours, Cristiano Ronaldo left Juventus and, after seemingly agreeing a move to Man City, went back to Man United instead.
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How Diego Simeone became King of LaLiga
Simeone embodies everything that is cool about Atletico Madrid: Gritty, intense and a LaLiga champion, he tells ESPN what makes him tick.
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Premier League 2021-22 kit power ranking
It's time to dive into the most exciting thing about the 2021-22 Premier League season: the kits each club will be wearing.
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How Messi came to leave Barcelona for PSG
As August began, everyone thought Lionel Messi would remain a Barcelona player. Before the month reached its halfway mark, he was unveiled by PSG.
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Messi at Barcelona: The ultimate history
The unthinkable happened: Lionel Messi left Barcelona. But as this interactive timeline shows, he will be known as the club's greatest-ever player.
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Denmark sends emotional message to Eriksen
Following the national team star's shocking cardiac arrest, Denmark rallied in support of Christian Eriksen with a tribute-filled Copenhagen mural.
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Mara Gomez: 'Football saved my life'
In 2020, Gomez became the first transgender woman to play professionally in Argentina. She talks to ESPN about her remarkable journey.
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The 39 best male players age 21 or under
Welcome to the next generation! Players from 15 countries and six leagues are named by Tor-Kristian Karlsen, a former scout and sporting director.
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Stories from the pandemic season
The 2020-21 Premier League campaign was unlike any other. ESPN talked to people around the game about their experiences and lessons learned.
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The 21 best female players age 21 or under
Welcome to the next generation of women's stars. With Catarina Macario leading the way, our list is dominated by players from the U.S. and England.
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Joe Bryan on anxiety, fear and wanting to help
The defender tackled his anxiety and mental health head-on at Fulham. Now he wants to help others do the same and normalise the conversation.
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FC 100: Messi top, Ronaldo drops, U.S. stars in
ESPN's annual ranking was selected by 65 global experts and is broken down into Top 10s for every position on the pitch as well one for the managers.
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Beckham's Miami could be great, but has to win
After a disappointing first year for Inter Miami in MLS, David Beckham risks the one thing he's spent a career trying to avoid: public embarrassment.
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ESPN FC Women's Rank: The 50 best players
An American World Cup winner is No. 1, followed by an Australian star forward, in an ESPN FC and espnW celebration of the sport's elite.
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How Barcelona signed Messi, 13, with a napkin
On Dec. 14, 2000, Barcelona agreed a deal that would take Lionel Messi to Spain and change the course of soccer history. Here's how they did it.
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Why Haaland can become the world's best
Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Haaland is writing history with every game he plays, and he is only 20 years old. But the Norwegian wants a lot more.
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Trinity Rodman set to make her name in soccer
"Moving forward, it's going to be nice to distinguish that yes, [Dennis] was a successful NBA player, but I am going to be a successful NWSL player."
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Who is your country's greatest male player?
Messi or Maradona? Is Pele Brazil's No. 1? Dempsey or Donovan in the U.S.? What about England? We try to settle the debates.
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Maradona, though flawed, was one of the best
Diego Maradona is gone, but as Lionel Messi put it, "he'll be with us for eternity." As well as his legacy, the scope of his talent and humanity will endure.
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They wore that? All-time worst kits, ranked
Man United's invisible grey, Liverpool's 'Crystanbul' attire, Barcelona's Tequila Sunrise; there have been some shockers. But only one had tassels...
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Gio Reyna is U.S. soccer's next superhero
The son of 'Captain America' and a USWNT international, the teenage midfielder is a rising star for Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund.
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Football can drive the social justice message
My message is simple, writes Shaka Hislop: Whether you speak out or stay silent, show up and be a part of the movement.
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Oral history: USMNT's most famous moment
On its 10th anniversary, Landon Donovan and others relived the goal that beat Algeria and took the U.S. to the 2010 World Cup knockout rounds.
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The worst Premier League transfers of all-time
Look away now, Fernando Torres, Mario Balotelli and Bebe; Bill Barnwell is back to reveal the worst moves in Premier League history.
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Reliving the 'Wild West' of MLS's first season
In 25 seasons since the league began, MLS has come a long way. We reflect upon the its early days with those who were there.
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Upcoming fixtures
What's ahead in the Premier League, Champions League, LaLiga, Bundesliga, MLS and more.
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Updates, results from Premier League, Champions League, LaLiga, Bundesliga, MLS and more.
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Updated standings from the Premier League, Champions League, LaLiga, MLS and more.
