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Harry Maguire: Ruben Amorim deserves 'credit' for Man United's direction
Harry Maguire joked he has a "long time off" to sort things out following his red card in Friday's 2-2 draw at Bournemouth -- a "bad end to a good day" that saw his England return confirmed.
26 Mar 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal in for PSG star Kvaratskhelia
Arsenal are exploring an approach for Paris Saint-Germain winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. Transfer Talk has the latest.
26 Mar 2026

2026 World Cup: Who has qualified, and how the rest can make it
The race to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is drawing to a close. Here's how it's looking around the globe.
26 Mar 2026

2026 World Cup playoff preview, predictions: Who will advance?
The Republic of Ireland left it late to qualify for the playoffs where, this week, the final six spots at the 2026 World Cup -- four from Europe, two from the intercontinental playoff -- will be clinched. Here's what to watch for.
26 Mar 2026

How can Wales, Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland qualify for 2026 World Cup from European playoffs? Route, difficulty, future groups
While Wales, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland missed out on automatic qualification for the 2026 World Cup, they still have a final chance to get there via the European playoffs.
26 Mar 2026

2026 World Cup European playoffs explained: How it works, teams, schedule, how to watch in the UK
How do the European playoffs for the 2026 World Cup work and how can you watch all the games? ESPN has you covered with an all-you-need-to-know explainer.
26 Mar 2026

Thomas Tuchel's 35-player England squad explained: Who can play against Uruguay, Japan?
Thomas Tuchel's final England squad before the World Cup squad announcement raised more than a few eyebrows, for several reasons.
26 Mar 2026

Mohamed Salah: Five ways Liverpool could decide to replace Premier League legend
How do Liverpool fill the void left behind by Mohamed Salah? Big-money signing? Promotion from within? Assessing five options open to Arne Slot and Co.
26 Mar 2026

Wales vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina World Cup playoff talking points: Wilson or Dzeko to decide tie?
The main talking points surrounding Wales' crucial World Cup playoff against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
26 Mar 2026

Italy vs Northern Ireland: TV channel, kick-off time, live stream, referee, injury and team news
All you need to know ahead of the FIFA World Cup qualification playoff between Italy and Northern Ireland.
26 Mar 2026

England vs. Uruguay: TV channel, kick-off time, live stream, referee, injury and team news
Everything you need to know ahead of England's friendly against Uruguay at Wembley on Friday.
26 Mar 2026

Wales vs Bosnia and Herzegovina: TV channel, kick-off time, live stream, referee, injury and team news
Everything you need to know ahead of Wales's massive World Cup qualifying playoff semifinal against Bosnia and Herzegovina on Thursday.
26 Mar 2026

Alejandro Garnacho fined for speeding from Man United training ground days before Chelsea move
Chelsea winger Alejandro Garnacho has been convicted of speeding away from Manchester United's training ground in his high-powered Audi just days before he left the club.
26 Mar 2026

Patrick Yazbek on Nashville beating Lionel Messi: 'We got him good'
There's been no opponent that Patrick Yazbek has faced more across his career than Lionel Messi and Inter Miami. And, after finally getting one over on the Argentine maestro, the Nashville midfielder has arrived in Socceroos camp with new confidence.
26 Mar 2026

Bellamy: Wales need to be calm in World Cup playoff vs. Bosnia
Craig Bellamy speaks ahead of Wales' World Cup playoff against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
25 Mar 2026

MLS commissioner Garber would 'love' to have Salah in league
MLS commissioner Don Garber said that he would "love" to see Liverpool legend Mohamed Salah in MLS, should the Egypt international decide to join the league.
25 Mar 2026

Marcotti: Italy have no excuses in World Cup playoffs
Gab Marcotti previews Italy's World Cup qualifying playoff vs. Northern Ireland.
25 Mar 2026

Sources: Inter Miami, LA Galaxy, Al Ittihad eye Casemiro
MLS clubs Inter Miami and LA Galaxy along with Saudi Pro League side Al Ittihad are interested in signing Manchester United midfielder Casemiro, sources told ESPN.
25 Mar 2026

Kylian Mbappé denies Real Madrid did MRI on wrong knee
Kylian Mbappé denied reports that his knee injury was misdiagnosed after Real Madrid's medical team mistakenly examined the wrong knee as it sought to treat the problem.
25 Mar 2026

Ex-Tigres exec Culebro to run Atlanta's MLS, NWSL teams
Arthur Blank has added Mauricio Culebro as president of soccer for the Atlanta United FC of MLS and Blank's NWSL team, which will debut in 2028.
25 Mar 2026

Transfer rumors, news: USMNT's Robinson on Man United's radar
Manchester United are interested in signing USMNT left back Antonee Robinson. Transfer Talk has the latest.
25 Mar 2026

Benfica fined for fans' racism at Real Madrid game amid Prestianni probe
UEFA fined Benfica on Wednesday for racist abuse by fans at a Champions League game against Real Madrid, whose forward Vinícius Júnior was allegedly racially abused by Gianluca Prestianni.
25 Mar 2026

Real Madrid's Fede Valverde gets 1-match ban for red card in derby
Real Madrid midfielder Fede Valverde was handed a one-match ban by the Spanish Football Federation's disciplinary committee for his red card in the club's 3-2 derby win over Atlético Madrid on Sunday.
25 Mar 2026

Al Ittihad resume pursuit of deal for Liverpool's Mohamed Salah - sources
Saudi Pro League side Al Ittihad have resumed work on a deal for Mohamed Salah after the Liverpool forward announced on Tuesday that he will leave the club at the end of the season, multiple sources have told ESPN.
25 Mar 2026

Kai Havertz: I haven't heard about the Arsenal exit rumours
Arsenał forward Kai Havertz has dismissed rumours linking him with a move away from the club in the summer.
25 Mar 2026

Man United relaxed about Marcus Rashford situation; open to other bids - sources
Manchester United are relaxed about Marcus Rashford's situation at Barcelona, sources have told ESPN, and are confident they would be able to find other suitors if the Spanish giants decide against triggering their option to make the move permanent.
25 Mar 2026

Jearl Margaritha: Dick Advocaat had a huge influence on the Curaçao squad
Curaçao forward Jearl Margaritha believes Dick Advocaat will be missed by the team after he resigned as head coach due to personal issues.
25 Mar 2026

Liverpool, Wales legend John Toshack diagnosed with dementia, son says
Liverpool and Wales great John Toshack has been diagnosed with dementia, according to his son Cameron.
25 Mar 2026

That time Liverpool's Salah won Puskás Award with his '7th-best' goal of the year
Mohamed Salah's debut season at Liverpool was capped off by winning the Puskas Award, but teammate James Milner claimed it wasn't even in his top five.
25 Mar 2026

Why Salah beats Ronaldo, Henry as Premier League's greatest
Cristiano Ronaldo has five Ballon d'Ors and Thierry Henry will forever be an "Invincible," but neither had a Premier League career to match Mohamed Salah's.
25 Mar 2026

James Garner: I was always confident my England call up would come
James Garner has revealed that he was always "confident" that his England call up would come after a great season with Everton.
25 Mar 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo's eldest son trained with Real Madrid's academy - sources
Cristiano Ronaldo's eldest son, Cristiano Ronaldo Jr, has trained with Real Madrid's under-16 team this week, sources have told ESPN.
25 Mar 2026

Lewis Hall: I'm looking forward to showing what I can do for England
Newcastle defender Lewis Hall has revealed that he can't wait to show what he can do under head coach Thomas Tuchel.
25 Mar 2026

Scottish Premiership run-in: Hearts, Celtic, Rangers' remaining fixtures, league split explained
ESPN takes you through how the title race in Scotland with Hearts on track to end a generation of Rangers-Celtic dominance.
25 Mar 2026

Kisnorbo lands Sydney FC job as Talay stands down
Patrick Kisnorbo has been charged with rescuing Sydney FC's faltering A-League Men season after manager Ufuk Talay agreed to a mutual termination of his contract.
25 Mar 2026

When, and how, will Johor Darul Ta'zim set new unbeaten league world record?
Johor Darul Ta'zim are now five games away from setting a new world record of most consecutive league games unbeaten.
25 Mar 2026

Could Liverpool sign Kvaratskhelia or Olise to replace Salah?
Craig Burley debates who Liverpool could sign to replace Mohamed Salah.
24 Mar 2026

Who should Tottenham hire to stay in the Premier League?
James Olley and Craig Burley discuss Tottenham's managerial options as they battle relegation from the Premier League.
24 Mar 2026

USMNT head coach Mauricio Pochettino: 'I miss the world of football in England' amid Tottenham links
USMNT manager Mauricio Pochettino: 'I miss the world of football in England' amid Tottenham links
24 Mar 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Chelsea's Fernández wants dream move to Madrid
Could Real Madrid sign the World Cup-winning midfielder Enzo Fernández in the summer? Transfer Talk has the latest.
24 Mar 2026

Spain refs back Federico Valverde red as 'serious foul play'
Spain's refereeing committee has backed the decision to hand Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde a red card in the club's 3-2 derby win over Atlético Madrid on Sunday.
24 Mar 2026

Barcelona to listen to offers for Ferran Torres, search on for two strikers -- sources
Barcelona are considering an attacking shake-up this summer which would include listening to offers for Ferran Torres and the arrival of up to two new forwards, various sources have told ESPN.
24 Mar 2026

Manchester United expect new stadium to open within 6 years
Manchester United are hopeful of having their proposed new stadium open within the next six years, the stadium development CEO has said.
24 Mar 2026

Romelu Lukaku to miss Belgium friendlies with USMNT, Mexico
Napoli striker Romelu Lukaku has withdrawn from Belgium's friendlies against the United States and Mexico to get fitter.
24 Mar 2026

No official Ipswich invitation for Nigel Farage's stadium visit - reports
No official invitation was made by Ipswich to Reform Party leader Nigel Farage to stage a photo opportunity at Portman Road on Monday, sources have told the Press Association.
24 Mar 2026

Griezmann alone can't salvage Orlando's rough-looking rebuild
The best stars in MLS make already-good teams better. When Antoine Griezmann gets to Orlando, he'll find a side firmly entrenched in a rebuild.
24 Mar 2026

Griezmann completes summer transfer to Orlando City from Atlético Madrid
Orlando City announced on Tuesday the signing of French World Cup-winning forward Antoine Griezmann to a Designated Player contract.
24 Mar 2026

Lens blast PSG request to move Ligue 1 clash for Champions League schedule
Paris Saint-Germain want to postpone their Ligue 1 title clash with Lens because it falls between the Champions League quarterfinal legs against Liverpool.
24 Mar 2026

Messi to Dowman: Who's the world's best player at every age?
Age is just a number -- except in soccer. We look at the best players from every birth year, spanning ages 16 to 38.
24 Mar 2026

Brazil's Igor Thiago relishing Premier League Golden Boot battle with Erling Haaland
Brentford forward Igor Thiago claims his rivalry with Manchester City's Erling Haaland in the race to finish as top scorer in the Premier League has given him an extra motivation to represent Brazil.
24 Mar 2026