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Who wins our Premier League midseason awards?
From Best XI and top young player to worst new signing, ESPN's Bill Connelly runs through the stars and busts of the Premier League season after 19 games.
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Why Chelsea aren't giving up on Lampard yet
There are a lot of reasons behind Chelsea's disappointing season and while Frank Lampard's certainly one of them, he's not the only one to blame for the malaise.
Real Madrid stunned by Alcoyano in Copa del Rey
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LIVE Transfer Talk: Arsenal eye Real Madrid's Odegaard as alternative to Aouar
Arsenal desperately need to add an attacking midfielder. Could Real Madrid's Martin Odegaard be the answer? Transfer Talk is LIVE with the latest.
Would Chelsea be a better team with Rice instead of Havertz?
Gab Marcotti explains why Chelsea signing Kai Havertz over Declan Rice might be keeping Lampard in a job.
Arteta explains why Ozil move was 'longest ever'
Mikel Arteta says Mesut Ozil's transfer to Turkish club Fenerbahce took a long time due to the country's coronavirus protocol.
Ogden: Alli needs a move, but PSG isn't the answer
Has Haaland already outgrown what Dortmund offer?
THE TOE POKE
Real Madrid's Copa del Rey conquerors have budget under $1m a year
Real Madrid's cup shock came against a third-tier club despite finishing the match with Eden Hazard, Karim Benzema and Toni Kroos all on the pitch.
Ronaldo, Morata power Juventus to Supercoppa glory
USMNT's McKennie lifts Italian Supercoppa
Weston McKennie wins the first trophy of his career as Juventus defeat Napoli in the Italian Supercoppa.
Man United earn another comeback win. Will slow starts eventually cost them?
For the second time in a week, a Paul Pogba moment of magic earned Man United a win, but they're growing dependent of such individual brilliance.
Nicol: Pogba finally realised being a diva wouldn't cut it
Steve Nicol says Paul Pogba has finally put his head down and his game has come together at Man United.
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Real Madrid stunned by minnows Alcoyano. PLUS: Pogba lifts Man Utd into first place
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- Goalkeeper breaks world record for longest goal
- Breakaway players face World Cup ban - FIFA
- Valencia face investigation in youth abuse case
- Arteta eyes Jan. moves after trimming squad
- Aguero in race for Liverpool clash with COVID-19
- PL star's insurance is £20k post-snowman crash
- Beckham's Miami confident in 'Inter' name spat
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A World Cup with no Messi or Ronaldo?
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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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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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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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Clock ticking for Euro 2020: Will it go ahead?
Euro 2020 was postponed once due to COVID-19, but with the rescheduled tournament approaching in June, questions remain unanswered.
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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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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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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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Which Bundesliga team should you support?
Want to get into German soccer but don't know your Bayern from your Borussias? Our quiz has you covered! Catch the Bundesliga on ESPN+.
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Premier League 2020-21 kit power rankings
We have compiled every one of them here and ranked each club by their collective output from worst to best.
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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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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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Numbers that show how good Pulisic has been
The American's form in his first Chelsea season has been so good that his statistics compare him favorably to top Premier League stars.
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Ranking soccer's greatest kits of all-time
With the help of ESPN's soccer writers and editors from around the globe, we have gone through the years to rank the 101 best kits.
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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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Messi's rise to Barca legend, GOAT candidate
For more than 15 years, Lionel Messi has been scoring, assisting and winning countless trophies. But how has his game changed over time?
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How Ronaldo became a goal-scoring machine
Cristiano Ronaldo has been a dominant force in England, Spain and Italy during his illustrious career. But how has his playing style altered?
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My hidden journey: Thomas Beattie
I'm a brother, son, friend, former pro footballer, entrepreneur and annoyingly competitive lad. I'm a lot of things, and one of them is gay.
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Battle of the Soccer Leagues!
Eight writers took on management duties to lead the world's top leagues in head-to-head showdowns. Who will emerge victorious?
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What a title would mean to Liverpool fans
From Jordan Henderson's barber to lifelong season-ticket holders, supporters are ready to party. But has coronavirus affected their joy?
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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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Mbappe, Sancho lead 36 best under-21 stars
Welcome to the next generation! Players from 15 countries and seven leagues are evaluated by Tor-Kristian Karlsen, a former scout.
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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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The Top 50 Premier League transfers of all-time
Bill Barnwell's rank of the best moves since the league's launch features legends like Cristiano Ronaldo, Frank Lampard and Thierry Henry.
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The Thai pop star who owns Beckham's boots
Imagine not one unseen Picasso, but an entire exhibition. Meet Sattawat Sethakorn and his potentially million-dollar collection of memorabilia.
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The Misery Index
There are unhappy and frustrated fans everywhere, but these 10 teams have had it particularly rough.
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Experience MLS like a die-hard fan
Take a trip across the country for a look at the raucous fans who make some of the best matchday atmospheres in American pro sports.
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Adu: 'I'm not ready to give it up'
Once a teen phenom, Freddy Adu was supposed to save U.S. soccer. His career appeared to fizzle out, but he is not done yet.
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Kane targets the Premier League, then the NFL
The world's best striker has his sights set on an NFL career. Why can't he make it happen?
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Keep track of all the important upcoming fixtures in the Premier League, Champions League, La Liga, Major League Soccer and more.
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