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USMNT's Gold Cup win will resonate far beyond lifting the trophy
The steps taken by Gregg Berhalter's young USMNT squad at the Gold Cup, and Sunday's final win over Mexico, bode excellently for what lies ahead.
USMNT 'more intense' than Mexico in Gold Cup final
USWNT devoid of chemistry as Olympic gold chance slips away
The players weren't clicking. They weren't aggressive. They weren't having fun. The USWNT looked a shadow of itself as it failed to compete for gold at the Olympics.
Should the USWNT have brought a younger squad?
Andonovski has 'questions to answer' after defeat
Kathleen McNamee questions Vlatko Andonovski's tactics after the USWNT's defeat to Canada.
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New England back to No. 1, NYCFC on the rise, Nashville holding at No. 4
New England continue to impress in the East and took back top spot following the come-back win over the Red Bulls. Where does your team rank?
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Transfer Talk: Ronaldo could join PSG if Mbappe leaves for Real Madrid
The futures of superstars Cristiano Ronaldo and Kylian Mbappe could be inextricably linked during the summer window. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Can Manchester City really land both Grealish and Kane?
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Frankowski nets looping header in Fire's draw with Union
Toronto FC battles Nashville SC to a draw
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- USWNT GK Naeher out of bronze medal match
- Man Utd's Henderson out with post-COVID fatigue
- VAR revamp cuts soft pens, saves offside goals
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- Messi delays return to Barcelona training
- LAFC signs Arango from Colombia's Millonarios
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Is Kylian Mbappe set for a farewell tour with PSG?
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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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Messi at Barcelona: The ultimate history
Whether he stays or leaves, Lionel Messi is Barcelona's greatest. In this interactive timeline, we look back at his trophy- and goal-rich rich history.
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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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Which Euro 2020 country has the best kit?
From the group stage to the final and following UEFA's tournament format, ESPN ranks all 24 kits on display at the European Championship.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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."
- Rafa Alvarez
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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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Fran Kirby back at the top after heart disease
Kirby's mindset in 2021 is informed by how, in 2020, her career was nearly taken away. The Chelsea and England star talks to ESPN about her journey.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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