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Joshua vows to 'break' Dubois in heavyweight title

Anthony Joshua has vowed to "break down" Daniel Dubois with his spirit on Saturday when they fight for the heavyweight world championship in London. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/jPoWCfe
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Chelsea's Michy Batshuayi pushing for Tottenham loan - sources

Maurizio Sarri admitted that if Chelsea were as strong as they thought they were, the players shouldn't need a manager to win after their 4-0 defeat to AFC Bournemouth. Maurizio Sarri explains why he locked his players in the dressing room after their 4-0 loss to Bournemouth. Julien Laurens and the ESPN FC crew assess Maurizio Sarri's seemingly tense relationships with his players, staff and the media. Michy Batshuayi is trying to persuade Chelsea to let him join Tottenham on loan until the end of the season, sources have told ESPN FC. Chelsea have no interest in helping their bitter London rivals find temporary cover for the injured Harry Kane, but will consider permanent offers matching their £35 million valuation of the Belgium international in the final hours of the window. Sources say Batshuayi has rejected loan offers from Real Betis and West Ham, and his representatives are attempting... from ESPN FC News https://es.pn/2Sgrh4x
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LAFC sign El Salvador striker Rodolfo 'Fito' Zelaya to two-year deal

Carlos Vela did not rule out a move to Barcelona, despite saying he is happy at LAFC. LAFC have signed El Salvador international forward Rodolfo "Fito" Zelaya from Alianza FC. Transfers How a transfer works With help from former Tottenham and Liverpool director of football Damien Comolli, we show you a step-by-step guide to a transfer. What's a medical like? Can a 44-year-old man cut it in the Premier League? Our writer suffers -- and suffers some more -- through a medical at Everton. Watch live games, ESPN FC TV and MLS Rewind on ESPN+ in the U.S. LIVE: Latest from Transfer Talk FC Exclusives - Tottenham to move for £30m Soler - Man City eye Leicester's Chilwell - Hudson-Odoi transfer request rejected - Liverpool sign defender Koumetio - Sevilla eye move for Martial The 30-year-old Zelaya is considered one of the top players in the CONCACAF region. He joins the MLS club on a two-year deal and will not occupy an international roster spot because he has a gree
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Liverpool to avoid punishment for selectively clearing snowy pitch vs. Leicester - sources

ESPN FC's Steve Nicol and the FC crew discuss the 'antsy' atmosphere at Anfield and the pressure associated with a tight Premier League title race. It wasn't the decisive win Liverpool fans were looking for but a 1-1 draw is enough to see their lead grow to five points over Manchester City. It wasn't the decisive win Liverpool fans were looking for but a 1-1 draw is enough to see their lead grow to five points over Manchester City. Liverpool are set to avoid punishment for their ground staff selectively clearing snow off the Anfield pitch during Wednesday's 1-1 draw with Leicester City, sources have told ESPN FC. Sources have said that the Premier League are satisfied no rules were breached when, at half-time, Anfield staff only removed snow from the half of the pitch Liverpool were attacking in the second period. ESPN Luck Index ESPN's Luck Index: Revealed The ESPN Luck Index is a comprehensive research project commissioned by ESPN in partnership with Intel
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Power Rankings: Barcelona reclaim top spot as Juventus, Liverpool fall

ESPN FC's Alejandro Moreno delves into the marked differences he sees in Philippe Coutinho since he left Liverpool and joined Barcelona. With Barcelona's late coup for Frenkie de Jong complete, check out what the budding Dutch star brings to the Camp Nou. The Spanish champions had a good week and are on the rise in Shaka Hislop's latest list, as are Paris Saint-Germain and Borussia Dortmund. (function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];if(d.getElementById(id))return;js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src='https://embed.playbuzz.com/sdk.js';fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js,fjs);}(document,'script','playbuzz-sdk')); Dropping out: Napoli, Ajax. Agree? Disagree? Let us know, and watch Shaka defend his picks on ESPN FC TV. from ESPN FC News https://es.pn/2BcKOcd
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Bayern Munich sign American Taylor Booth, 17, from Real Salt Lake's academy

Former Chelsea midfielder Craig Burley says if he was Callum Hudson-Odoi, he would take the chance and go to Bayern Munich if they want him. Bayern Munich have signed American teenager Taylor Booth from Real Salt Lake's academy, the club announced on Thursday. Booth, 17, will join the defending Bundesliga champions on a three-and-a-half-year deal. Transfers How a transfer works With help from former Tottenham and Liverpool director of football Damien Comolli, we show you a step-by-step guide to a transfer. What's a medical like? Can a 44-year-old man cut it in the Premier League? Our writer suffers -- and suffers some more -- through a medical at Everton. Watch live games, ESPN FC TV and MLS Rewind on ESPN+ in the U.S. LIVE: Latest from Transfer Talk FC Exclusives - Tottenham to move for £30m Soler - Man City eye Leicester's Chilwell - Hudson-Odoi transfer request rejected - Liverpool sign defender Koumetio - Sevilla eye move for Martial "We see a lot of potential in T
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Paris Saint-Germain set to abandon bid to sign Everton's Gueye - sources

Julien Laurens predicts how Thomas Tuchel will set up his starting XI against Manchester United, with star-player Neymar sidelined for 10 weeks. Craig Burley says Neymar is at least partially responsible for his latest injury by the way he goaded his fellow Ligue 1 players throughout the season. Paris Saint-Germain are ready to end their attempts to sign midfielder Idrissa Gueye after Everton boss Marco Silva blocked the move, a source has told ESPN FC. PSG have been chasing Senegal international Gueye and saw an offer rejected, prompting him to submit a transfer request, but will now turn their attention to Lille's Thiago Mendes. The source said Silva had not given his approval for Gueye to be sold, and PSG believe he has threatened to resign if the player departs against his wishes. Transfers How a transfer works With help from former Tottenham and Liverpool director of football Damien Comolli, we show you a step-by-step guide to a transfer. What's a medical like? Can a 44-ye
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Man City to keep Eliaquim Mangala after no interest in transfer window - sources

Despite a rather quiet January transfer window, ESPN FC's Stevie Nicol assesses a few potential moves surrounding Marouane Fellaini, Yannick Carrasco and more. Eliaquim Mangala will see out the final six months of his Manchester City contract after there was no serious interest in the defender during the transfer deadline day, sources have told ESPN FC. The former France international, who joined City in a £42 million deal from Porto in the summer of 2014, has not made a senior appearance for nearly 12 months. He suffered a knee injury on Feb. 10 while on loan at Everton, which forced him to mess the rest of the season and the start of this campaign.  Transfers How a transfer works With help from former Tottenham and Liverpool director of football Damien Comolli, we show you a step-by-step guide to a transfer. What's a medical like? Can a 44-year-old man cut it in the Premier League? Our writer suffers -- and suffers some more -- through a medical at Everton.
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When Man United's Paul Pogba met Liverpoool's Mo Salah

There was a time not very long ago that a Manchester United player wouldn't have contemplated posing for a photo alongside an enemy of the Liverpool persuasion, and vice-versa. However, it would appear relations between the two clubs have thawed to the point that Paul Pogba feels comfortable sharing a couple of selfies with his arm around Mohamed Salah. Plotting with the King of Egypt <ê<ì @MoSalah @adidasfootball #daretocreate pic.twitter.com/wKh3oMqrK4&mdash; Paul Pogba (@paulpogba) 31 January 2019 "Plotting with the King of Egypt," Pogba quipped as he posed alongside Salah at a sportswear shoot. Quite what the pair are plotting together is... from ESPN FC News https://es.pn/2HJ7yGq
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Atlanta United's Miguel Almiron joins Newcastle in record deal

Ale Moreno breaks down Miguel Almiron's strengths and weaknesses and explains what Newcastle fans can expect from their newest transfer. Newcastle United have confirmed the signing of Atlanta United forward Miguel Almiron for a record amount. Almiron, 24, has signed for a fee around &#163;20 million ($26m) in a move that surpasses the &#163;16m Newcastle paid for Michael Owen in 2005. The signing is also the highest amount for a Major League Soccer club in history.&nbsp; We are delighted to announce the signing of forward Miguel Almirón from @ATLUTD. The 24-year-old has penned a five-and-a-half-year deal which will keep him at St. James&#39; Park until June 2024.Full story: https://t.co/5NxxCEHhNx #NUFC pic.twitter.com/a5MV5QBTum&mdash; Newcastle United FC (@NUFC) 31 January 2019 "I'm very happy and eager to start and to meet my new teammates," Almiron said. "The league is very competitive, this is a historic club and Rafa Benitez himself...
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Chelsea's Batshuayi faces choice between West Ham and Real Betis loans - sources

Steve Nicol and Raphael Honigstein agree Gonzalo Higuain will help Chelsea score goals, but they also think it increases the club's pressure to perform. Michy Batshuayi faces a choice between joining West Ham or Real Betis on loan, with Everton unlikely to match Chelsea's £35 million asking price, sources have told ESPN FC. Batshuayi has started just four La Liga games on loan at Valencia this season, scoring only twice in 21 appearances in all competitions. Everton had been seen as the likeliest club to provide Chelsea with their preferred option of a permanent move for the Belgium striker. Transfers How a transfer works With help from former Tottenham and Liverpool director of football Damien Comolli, we show you a step-by-step guide to a transfer. What's a medical like? Can a 44-year-old man cut it in the Premier League? Our writer suffers -- and suffers some more -- through a medical at Everton. Watch live games, ESPN FC TV and MLS Rewind on ESPN+ in the U.S. LIVE: Late
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Tottenham goal a gift to Pochettino for his faith in me - Fernando Llorente

Spurs scored twice in the last ten minutes to clinch a much-needed win after a miserable week. Fernando Llorente admits he was unsure earlier this month whether he would be staying at Tottenham, but said Mauricio Pochettino has given him the confidence to score goals in Harry Kane's absence.&nbsp; Llorente has generally struggled for game time since joining Spurs and, given he is out of contract in the summer, a January exit seemed possible when the window opened. Editors' Picks Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule Welcome to the 2018 FC 100 ESPN FC's experts ranked the best men's players and managers in world football. Check out the list. How Mourinho unravelled at Man United Fear, paranoia, difficult behaviour and constant battling with club officials and players
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Chelsea's Gonzalo Higuain not in shape - Sarri

Maurizio Sarri admitted that if Chelsea were as strong as they thought they were, the players shouldn't need a manager to win after their 4-0 defeat to AFC Bournemouth. Julien Laurens and the ESPN FC crew assess Maurizio Sarri's seemingly tense relationships with his players, staff and the media. Bournemouth netted four second-half goals, including two from Joshua King, to dominate Chelsea 4-0. Bournemouth netted four second-half goals, including two from Joshua King, to dominate Chelsea 4-0. Bournemouth netted four second-half goals, including two from Joshua King, to dominate Chelsea 4-0. Gonzalo Higuain is "not in shape" and needs to regain his best physical condition before he makes an impact for Chelsea, Maurizio Sarri has said. Sarri substituted Higuain for Olivier Giroud to the fury of the travelling Chelsea supporters in the 65th minute of Wednesday's shock 4-0 defeat to Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium, the Argentina striker having proved unable to ser
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River president laughs off Boca Junior's Copa Libertadores appeal

ESPN's Ricardo Ortiz joins the FC crew to discuss how justice can be served following the violence outside El Monumental at the weekend. River Plate president Rodolfo D'Onofrio has said he is struggling to understand Boca Juniors' appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) for the Copa Libertadores to be awarded to them. On Monday, Boca reportedly sent an extended report to CAS providing further evidence about the attack on their team bus by River Plate fans before the Copa Libertadores final second leg in November. The game was postponed and then played at Real Madrid's Bernabeu stadium last month, with River beating Boca... from ESPN FC News https://es.pn/2DL3NMH
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Bengaluru better with Carles Cuadrat's 'safety first' approach: Gurpreet Singh Sandhu

Gurpreet Singh Sandhu turned in a player-of-the-match performance against NorthEast United FC during in Bengaluru on Wednesday, notching up nine saves in Bengaluru FC's 2-1 win. Sandhu feels all of BFC's regular season would come to nought if they are unable to do well in the playoffs, though. "When you are playing the league, you want to finish first, but at the end of the day it doesn't matter. And that's what we learned," he said, reflecting on the 2017-18 season, when BFC finished eight points... from ESPN FC News https://es.pn/2sXZacc
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Bengaluru better with Albert Roca's 'safety first' approach: Gurpreet Singh Sandhu

Gurpreet Singh Sandhu turned in a player-of-the-match performance against NorthEast United FC during in Bengaluru on Wednesday, notching up nine saves in Bengaluru FC's 2-1 win. Sandhu feels all of BFC's regular season would come to nought if they are unable to do well in the playoffs, though. "When you are playing the league, you want to finish first, but at the end of the day it doesn't matter. And that's what we learned," he said, reflecting on the 2017-18 season, when BFC finished eight points... from ESPN FC News https://es.pn/2RZ1Wgc
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Manchester United's Fellaini set to finalise Shandong Luneng move - sources

Despite a rather quiet January transfer window, ESPN FC's Stevie Nicol assesses a few potential moves surrounding Marouane Fellaini, Yannick Carrasco and more. The FC crew answer your tweets on Brian McBride's favourite goal with Fulham, Manchester United's pressure to win, biggest rivals and more. Marouane Fellaini is flying to China to tie up his move to Shandong Lueng after Manchester United reached an agreement in principle with the Chinese Super League side, sources have told ESPN FC. Belgium international Fellaini has agreed a three-year contract worth around &#163;12.2 million a year to move to Shandong, with United expected to receive around &#163;10.5m for the 31-year-old. Fellaini signed a new two-year deal at Old Trafford in the summer, but has found opportunities limited under... from ESPN FC News https://es.pn/2WwEWnl
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Lyon's Depay urges fans to 'get facts straight' and claims quotes taken out of context

Memphis Depay was quoted as saying he wanted to leave Lyon. Memphis Depay has urged Lyon fans to get their "facts straight" and claimed quotes that he wanted to join a team "that really wants to play football" had been taken out of context. Former Manchester United player Depay was quoted by Helden magazine as saying he wanted "to go to a club like Real Madrid, Barcelona, Chelsea, Manchester City, PSG or Bayern Munich" in the summer. Editors' Picks Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule Welcome to the 2018 FC 100 ESPN FC's experts ranked the best men's players and managers in world football. Check out the list. How Mourinho unravelled at Man United Fear, paranoia, difficult behaviour and constant battling with club officials and players led to t
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Man City to bounce back vs. Arsenal? Pogba to score first for Man United?

After Man City's shock 2-1 defeat at Newcastle, our ESPN FC crew discuss the fragile side of Pep Guardiola's team. Chelsea's embarrassing 4-0 defeat against Bournemouth damaged their top four push and also ruined our midweek treble, while Liverpool's surprise draw with Leicester City also cost us. There's another busy weekend coming up including a huge game for Manchester City against Arsenal. Running total: -&#163;64.11 The Banker With just 14 games to play, Manchester City face an uphill task to retain their Premier League crown following Tuesday's shocking loss against Newcastle. Liverpool's failure to beat... from ESPN FC News https://es.pn/2Tj5R3X
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LIVE Transfer Talk: PSG make deadline day move for Willian?

Despite a rather quiet January transfer window, ESPN FC's Stevie Nicol assesses a few potential moves surrounding Marouane Fellaini, Yannick Carrasco and more. The transfer window for Europe's biggest clubs is open again. Transfer Talk has been scouring the world's media and setting our correspondents loose to see who could be heading to or from your club this month. Click here for the latest deals&nbsp;and keep a track of who has joined the big boys. TOP STORY: PSG turn to Chelsea star after rejection Transfers How a transfer works With help from former Tottenham and Liverpool director of football Damien Comolli, we show you a step-by-step guide to a transfer. What's a medical like? Can a 44-year-old man cut it in the Premier League? Our writer suffers -- and suffers some more -- through a medical at Everton. Watch live games, ESPN FC TV and MLS Rewind on ESPN+ in the U.S. LIVE: Latest from Transfer Talk FC Exclusives - Tottenham to move for £30m Soler - Man City e
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Western Melbourne A-League expansion side still without a home

Perth Glory regained their four-point cushion at the top of the A-League and extend their unbeaten run to seven matches with a win over Newcastle Jets. The Central Coast Mariners picked up an early goal, however they couldn't hold onto the lead as Adelaide hit back in the second half. Goals from Ola Toivonen and James Troisi were enough for the home side to hang on to all three points against Sydney FC. The Wellington Phoenix kept Melbourne City in check as they crusied to a 1-0 victory. Two dramatic injury time goals have allowed the Brisbane Roar to draw 2-all with the Western Sydney Wanderers. The Glory prove unable to take advantage of late chances, settling for a share of the spoils. New A-League addition Western Melbourne Group are no closer to a deal on where to play their home games from October. And GMHBA Stadium boss Michael Brown has warned the ambitious franchise they're unlikely to be able to accommodate all their home fixtures at Kardinia Park next season. Western
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James Donachie returns to A-League and Melbourne Victory

James Donachie is set to reutrn from a stint in South Korea's K League 1. Melbourne Victory coach Kevin Muscat has confirmed James Donachie's return for the A-League champions. The 25-year-old has returned from a stint with Jeonnam Dragons in South Korea's K League 1, received international clearance and could even feature in Saturday's away trip to Central Coast. But it's more likely that Muscat opts for another returning defender for the Gosford trip, with Georg Niedermeier in the frame. The German has impressed in his recovery from a calf complaint and could make a... from ESPN FC News https://es.pn/2G2O12a
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Mid-week numbers: A season's first for Juve, Messi's scoring streak, Pep falls short

Juventus' loss against Atalanta was their first in domestic competitions this season. Mid-week matches can be rather taxing on the schedules of the regular football fan, but sometimes the action is just worth it. This was one of those times. In England, Rafa Benitez's Newcastle United stunned Manchester City (2-1) at St. James' Park but Liverpool couldn't extend their lead at the top to seven as Leicester City held them 1-1 at Anfield. The gap at the top of the PL is at five now. Burnley ended Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's perfect start at Manchester United but a 2-2 draw means he is still... from ESPN FC News https://es.pn/2CVcanl
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Vancouver Whitecaps sign Hwang In-beom and Scott Sutter

Take a look at the best moments from ESPN FC's time at MLS Media Day 2019 in Los Angeles. The Vancouver Whitecaps continued a busy offseason Wednesday by signing South Korean midfielder Hwang In-beom and veteran right-back Scott Sutter. In-beom, 22, will join MLS after the Whitecaps agreed to a transfer deal with South Korean team Daejeon Citizen. He is signed through the 2020 season with team options for both 2021 and 2022. "Hwang is an exciting young talent who we identified early as one of our primary targets," Vancouver head coach Marc Dos Santos said in a statement. "He's a creative... from ESPN FC News https://es.pn/2sUdget
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Japan's Asian Cup exploits highlight Shinji Kagawa's sharp decline

Japan booked their place in the final of the Asian Cup with a 3-0 semi-final win over Iran. Qatar cruise to the AFC Asian Cup final for the first time with a comfortable 4-0 win over the United Arab Emirates. The last time Borussia Dortmund won the Bundesliga back in 2012, Shinji Kagawa was a crucial part of the team. Fast-forward to now, as the German side sit pretty on top of the table heading into February, the 29-year-old is a bit player at best. Still, that is more than he manages with his homeland. The last time Japan became Asian champions in 2011, the playmaker was one of the stars. As he watches his compatriots on television on Friday in the final of the 2019 Asian Cup against Qatar, Kagawa... from ESPN FC News https://es.pn/2Utew3R
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Brisbane Roar interim coach Darren Davies unfazed by Marco Kurz link

Brisbane Roar interim coach Darren Davies says he is focused only on the job at hand, not any other sort of job. Another week, another coaching contender for the Brisbane Roar. But Brisbane interim mentor Darren Davies is unfazed by speculation linking Adelaide United coach Marco Kurz to his A-League club, saying he is yet to decide whether to put his own hand up for the full-time gig. Davies says there's been no shortage of rumours about who will officially replace John Aloisi since the former Socceroo sensationally resigned as Roar coach last month. While Davies admitted the latest report about Kurz added... from ESPN FC News https://es.pn/2CVtnNo
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Graham Arnold rejects Hibernian job link: 'I am surprised to learn of the speculation'

Australia exited the Asian Cup at the quarter-final stage at the hands of the UAE. Graham Arnold says Australia faces being overtaken by other Asian nations with better-funded football programs. Socceroos coach Graham Arnold has belatedly knocked back speculation suggesting he was interested in leaving the national team to coach in Scotland. Arnold is overseas on leave after Australia's disappointing quarterfinal exit in their Asian Cup title defence. Three days after an ESPN report emerged stating Arnold was interested in taking up the reins at Hibernian, the 55-year-old rebuffed the suggestion in an FFA statement. "I am surprised to learn of the speculation," Arnold said. "We have just... from ESPN FC News https://es.pn/2GbJ8TJ
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Transfer Talk: Real Madrid eye Man Utd's Marcus Rashford for £100m

Despite a rather quiet January transfer window, ESPN FC's Stevie Nicol assesses a few potential moves surrounding Marouane Fellaini, Yannick Carrasco and more. Unai Emery admits he would like to make a signing in January, but concedes Denis Suarez from Barcelona will not be easy. Tottenham's Mauricio Pochettino says he sees growth in football in the USA, and doesn't rule out one day managing in the MLS. The transfer window for Europe's biggest clubs is open again. Transfer Talk has been scouring the world's media and setting our correspondents loose to see who could be heading to or from your club this month. Real Madrid consider &#163;100m Rashford bid It will almost certainly not happen in this window but fans will be surprised to learn that Real Madrid are considering a &#163;100 million bid for Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford, The Sun reports. The England and United star has been... from ESPN FC News https://es.pn/2CVSQGF
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Lionel Messi returning to Argentina team for March friendlies - sources

Brazil manager Tite says he wants the likes of Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez and the best players available to play in the Copa America. Lionel Messi will return to the Argentina&nbsp;setup for their March friendlies against Venezuela and Czech Republic, sources have told ESPN Argentina, ending his self-imposed exile from the national team. Barcelona's Messi has not featured for Argentina since captaining them at the World Cup, where they were knocked out by winners France. Argentina take on Venezuela in Madrid on March 22 and Czech Republic in Dresden four days later, with the friendlies part of their preparations for the Copa America... from ESPN FC News https://es.pn/2RsfRpC
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Strasbourg reach League Cup final with comeback win

Strasbourg Bordeaux 3 2 FT Game Details Live football odds with bet365. Bet Now&nbsp;&raquo; GameCast Lineups and Stats PARIS, Jan 30 (Reuters) - Racing Strasbourg struck three times in the space of 12 minutes to secure a 3-2 comeback home win against Girondins de Bordeaux and a place in the League cup final on Wednesday.A goal by Ludovic Ajorque and a Lebo Mothiba double turned the match around after Younousse Sankhare's early opener as Strasbourg set up a clash with En Avant Guingamp in Lille on March 30.Sankhare put the visitors ahead in the 14th minute with a powerful shot from inside the box after Strasbourg... from ESPN FC News https://es.pn/2TpmZoI
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Federico Chiesa bags hat trick as Fiorentina hit seven past Roma in Coppa Italia

Fiorentina AS Roma 7 1 FT Game Details Live football odds with bet365. Bet Now&nbsp;&raquo; GameCast Lineups and Stats Federico Chiesa scored a hat trick as Fiorentina humiliated AS Roma 7-1 to reach the Coppa Italia semifinals on Wednesday. Chiesa, the 21-year-old Italy forward, sliced Roma open at will, hitting the post early on and striking twice in the first 18 minutes. Aleksandar Kolarov pulled one back for the visitors but Luis Muriel restored Fiorentina's two-goal lead before the break. Eusebio Di Francesco's Roma completely collapsed in the second half with Chiesa completing his hat-trick, Giovanni Simeone... from ESPN FC News https://es.pn/2GbTsej
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Sublime Chiesa helps Fiorentina thrash Roma 7-1 in Coppa Italia

Fiorentina AS Roma 7 1 FT Game Details Live football odds with bet365. Bet Now&nbsp;&raquo; GameCast Lineups and Stats BARCELONA, Jan 30 (Reuters) - Federico Chiesa scored a hat-trick as Fiorentina humiliated AS Roma 7-1 to reach the Coppa Italia semi-finals on Wednesday.Chiesa, the 21-year-old Italy forward, sliced Roma open at will, hitting the post early on and striking twice in the first 18 minutes.Aleksandar Kolarov pulled one back for the visitors but Luis Muriel restored Fiorentina's two-goal lead before the break.Eusebio Di Francesco's Roma completely collapsed in the second half with Chiesa completing his... from ESPN FC News https://es.pn/2GbTsej
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Tottenham's Georges-Kevin Nkoudou set for Monaco loan - sources

Georges-Kevin Nkoudou has struggled for game time. Monaco are in advanced talks with Tottenham about a loan deal for Georges-Kevin Nkoudou, sources have told ESPN FC. The Frenchman, who joined Spurs from Marseille in the summer of 2016, spent the second half of last season on loan with Burnley and has again struggled for game time in north London this term, only making three appearances. While the 23-year-old set up a late winning goal shortly after coming off the bench at Fulham on Jan. 20, he disappointed when handed a rare start against Crystal... from ESPN FC News https://es.pn/2HPA1KG
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Manchester City winger Rabbi Matondo, 18, signs with Schalke

After Man City's shock 2-1 defeat at Newcastle, our ESPN FC crew discuss the fragile side of Pep Guardiola's team. Manchester City winger Rabbi Matondo has become the latest British youngster to sign for an overseas club after joining German side Schalke 04 on a four-year contract on Wednesday. The 18-year-old's decision to leave the English champions is the latest example of a growing trend of young British talent opting to go abroad in search of greater playing opportunities. Transfers How a transfer works With help from former Tottenham and Liverpool director of football Damien Comolli, we show you a step-by-step guide to a transfer. What's a medical like? Can a 44-year-old man cut it in the Premier League? Our writer suffers -- and suffers some more -- through a medical at Everton. Watch live games, ESPN FC TV and MLS Rewind on ESPN+ in the U.S. LIVE: Latest from Transfer Talk FC Exclusives - Tottenham to move for £30m Soler - Man City eye Leicester's Chilwell -
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PSG chairman Al-Khelaifi joining UEFA executive committee despite FFP probe

The FC guys examine how much the odds would sway in Manchester United's favour should Neymar be ruled out for PSG's UCL round-of-16 first leg. Paris Saint-Germain chairman Nasser Al-Khelaifi is set to join the UEFA executive committee, despite the French club being under financial investigation and the Qatari himself being embroiled in criminal proceedings. Al-Khelaifi was elected Wednesday by the European Club Association board to be one of its two delegates on UEFA's main policy-making panel. His position on the executive committee still has to be ratified next week by the UEFA Congress in Rome, a decision that could test the organisation's... from ESPN FC News https://es.pn/2HHJCTS
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Did Neymar get what he deserves for showboating in PSG wins?

Paris Saint-Germain will have to cope without Neymar again for a critical part of the season. The Brazilian left the pitch in tears last week in the French Cup against Strasbourg after injuring his fifth metatarsal again -- the same one he needed surgery on last season when he was ruled out between the end of February and the end of May. This time he and the club have decided against another surgery but he will still miss huge games like the clash at Lyon on Sunday, the two legs of the Champions... from ESPN FC News https://es.pn/2G9xeK4
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Arsenal's move for Christopher Nkunku hinges on PSG signing another midfielder - sources

Unai Emery says Arsenal are targeting a 'right or left winger' before the transfer deadline on January 31st. Arsenal need Paris Saint-Germain to complete the signing of Everton's Idrissa Gueye, or another midfielder, if versatile midfielder Christopher Nkunku is to be freed up for a potential loan move, a source has told ESPN FC. As confirmed last week by an ESPN FC source, the Gunners have expressed interest in the 21-year-old Frenchman, and the source has affirmed that they are still keen on him if the French champions will accept a temporary move ahead of a summer purchase. Nkunku's agent, former... from ESPN FC News https://es.pn/2HGwvm9
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Ex-Manchester United winger Nani '50-50' on moving to MLS - source

Tottenham's Mauricio Pochettino says he sees growth in football in the USA, and doesn't rule out one day managing in the MLS. The chances of former Manchester United midfielder Nani coming to MLS are "50-50," according to a league source. Nani, 32, is in his third stint with Portuguese giants Sporting, scoring eight goals in 25 league and cup appearances this season. Transfers How a transfer works With help from former Tottenham and Liverpool director of football Damien Comolli, we show you a step-by-step guide to a transfer. What's a medical like? Can a 44-year-old man cut it in the Premier League? Our writer suffers -- and suffers some more -- through a medical at Everton. Watch live games, ESPN FC TV and MLS Rewind on ESPN+ in the U.S. LIVE: Latest from Transfer Talk FC Exclusives - Tottenham to move for £30m Soler - Man City eye Leicester's Chilwell - Hudson-Odoi transfer request rejected - Liverpool sign defender Koumetio - Sevilla eye move for Martial be
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Arsenal loan Denis Suarez from Barcelona until end of season

A below-par Arsenal scraped past Cardiff City thanks to goals from Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Alexandre Lacazette. Stewart Robson examines what Arsenal have left to play for this season after their FA Cup exit, while Craig Burley says they need to think big picture. A below-par Arsenal scraped past Cardiff City thanks to goals from Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Alexandre Lacazette. A below-par Arsenal scraped past Cardiff City thanks to goals from Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Alexandre Lacazette. Unai Emery admits he would like to make a signing in January, but concedes Denis Suarez from Barcelona will not be easy. Arsenal have completed the signing of Barcelona midfielder Denis Suarez on loan until the end of the season. The Premier League side will pay &#8364;2.3 million for the loan and the deal includes an option for the move to be made permanent in the summer for around &#8364;20m, sources told ESPN FC. Denis, 25, also had offers from Real Betis and Sevilla but his fir
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Italian FA passes new rules against racism after Koulibaly incident vs. Inter

Matteo Bonetti responds to your Serie A questions about how its best would fare in England, which team to watch, Milan's strikers and more. The Italian FA (FIGC) has ratified a change in its anti-racism procedures which gives referees the power to take teams off the field of play after just one warning announcement. Changes were called for after Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly was subjected to monkey chants from Inter Milan fans during his side's 1-0 defeat on Boxing Day. Serie A Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN has reached an exclusive, multi-year rights agreement in the United States for Italy's Serie A TIM, one of the world's top soccer leagues. The agreement will bring more than 340 matches per season to ESPN+ | Schedule Why Italian football finds its way into your blood Roma beat Lazio, but the derby doesn't end, it merely pauses. Because like the city that birthed both clubs, it is eternal, reports Wright Thompson. LISTEN: The Serie Awesome Podcast Ge
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U.S. defender Matt Polster joins Steven Gerrard's Rangers from Chicago Fire

Matt Polster appeared in 82 games for the Fire over four seasons. United States defender Matt Polster has joined Scottish club Rangers from the Chicago Fire. The 25-year-old Polster has signed a 2&#189;-year deal with the Glasgow club, which is managed by former England captain Steven Gerrard. MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER WATCH ON ESPN+ ESPN+: Atlanta caps dream season with MLS Cup ESPN FC TV has all the latest MLS playoff action and debate. Watch anytime, anywhere by subscribing to ESPN+ Atlanta's MLS Cup hangover just beginning Right now, Atlanta United is on top of MLS. But with an offseason of change ahead, how will the champions replace their most influential characters? Why are LA Galaxy, MLS's most decorated club, such a mess? No one has more MLS Cups than LA Galaxy, but for the second straight year, they've missed the playoffs. What's plaguing MLS' original glamour club? - ESPN FC TV: MLS debate on ESPN+ - Upcoming fixtures - All the latest MLS news "This is
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Solari reminds Guardiola Real Madrid are best club 'in history'

Real Madrid have won their last three matches in La Liga, but Alejandro Moreno says the wins are doing nothing to mask the club's issues. Real Madrid took care of businnes on the road aginst an overmatched Espanyol to secure another three points. Real Madrid coach Santi Solari has reminded Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola that the Bernabeu outfit are "the best club in the last decade, and in history." Ex-Barcelona player and coach Guardiola recently named Juventus, Bayern Munich and Barca as the "three best clubs in Europe" that his own City team "needed to imitate" for their ability to win their domestic league title almost every year. Real Madrid not making the list despite winning four of the past five Champions League trophies was... from ESPN FC News https://es.pn/2CSWCAE
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Transfer Deadline Day: What deals can we expect on Jan. 31?

The Exploding Heads try to put a smile back on the out-of-favour players in the Premier League by setting up a charity fund during this transfer window. Ale Moreno breaks down Miguel Almiron's strengths and weaknesses and explains what Newcastle fans can expect from their newest transfer. Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri insists Callum Hudson-Odoi will not be joining Bayern Munich this transfer window. Alexis Nunes and Craig Burley run the rule over the latest big transfer rumours. It's been another relatively quiet January window, but there still might be some action on transfer deadline day. Here are a few moves that should, could and probably won't happen... What should happen on deadline day... So, farewell then, Marouane Fellaini. If it hasn't already happened by the time you read this, it seems Fellaini will be the latest Belgian midfielder to seal a move to China, following Mousa Dembele, with Shandong Luneng offering him a three-year contract and, presumably, a massi
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Chelsea struggling to offload Danny Drinkwater, Gary Cahill - source

Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri insists Callum Hudson-Odoi will not be joining Bayern Munich this transfer window. Chelsea are struggling to offload fringe players&nbsp;Danny Drinkwater&nbsp;and&nbsp;Gary Cahill&nbsp;ahead of Thursday's transfer deadline, a source close to the situation has told ESPN FC. Cahill, the club captain, has a range of offers from abroad but a source has said the centre-back's wage demands will have to be lowered in order for him to find a move. Chelsea, meanwhile, are struggling to find a buyer for midfielder Drinkwater. Transfers How a transfer works With help from former Tottenham and Liverpool director of football Damien Comolli, we show you a step-by-step guide to a transfer. What's a medical like? Can a 44-year-old man cut it in the Premier League? Our writer suffers -- and suffers some more -- through a medical at Everton. Watch live games, ESPN FC TV and MLS Rewind on ESPN+ in the U.S. LIVE: Latest from Transfer Talk FC Exclusiv
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Debris found likely to have come from Emiliano Sala plane - authorities

Arsenal and Cardiff City unite for an emotional tribute at the Emirates over the tragic Emiliano Sala situation. Neil Warnock praises the family of Emiliano Sala and thanks the fans of both Cardiff and Nates for their support since the striker went missing. Seat cushions likely to have come from the plane carrying missing Cardiff City footballer Emiliano Sala have been found, the Air Accidents Investigation Branch said on Wednesday. Sala, 28, remains missing after an aircraft carrying him vanished from radar on the way from France to Wales on Jan. 22.&nbsp;Rescuers ended their search&nbsp;for the forward and pilot David Ibbotson three days later.&nbsp; Guernsey harbour master David Barker said at the time&nbsp;the chances of finding survivors was "extremely... from ESPN FC News https://es.pn/2RVQbHc
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Tottenham's Mauricio Pochettino open to managing in Major League Soccer

Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino has told ESPN FC he is interested in managing a Major League Soccer side in the future, saying: "Of course I see myself there one day." Pochettino has taken charge of International Champions Cup matches in Orlando, New Jersey, Nashville, San Diego, Pasadena and Minnesota in the last 18 months, and his Spurs side won the 2018 edition of the summer tournament. Sitting down to speak exclusively to ESPN FC, Pochettino was asked if he can see himself managing on... from ESPN FC News https://es.pn/2BaM3Zn
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AFC to probe sandal throwing at Qatar vs. UAE in Asian Cup semifinal

Qatar cruise to the AFC Asian Cup final for the first time with a comfortable 4-0 win over the United Arab Emirates. The Asian Football Confederation has launched an investigation into the throwing of objects, including a barrage of sandals, at Qatar players during Tuesday's Asian Cup semifinal against United Arab Emirates in Abu Dhabi. Three Qatar players were showered with footwear and drinks bottles thrown by a hostile crowd while celebrating goals in the 4-0 thrashing of hosts UAE, which secured a place in Friday's final against Japan. Editors' Picks Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule Welcome to the 2018 FC 100 ESPN FC's experts ranked the best men's players and managers in world football. Check out the list. How Mourinho unravelled at Man United Fear, parano
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Manchester United concern over Paul Pogba injury - sources

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's unbeaten run as Manchester United manager continues as Victor Lindelof stole a late goal in stoppage time against Burnley. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's unbeaten run as Manchester United manager continues as Victor Lindelof stole a late goal in stoppage time against Burnley. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's unbeaten run as Manchester United manager continues as Victor Lindelof stole a late goal in stoppage time against Burnley. Alejandro Moreno and Craig Burley question Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's decision to play Marcus Rashford down the left instead of through the middle. Manchester United are sweating on Paul Pogba's fitness ahead of the trip to Leicester on Sunday after he picked up an injury against Burnley, sources have told ESPN FC. The France international was limping heavily as he left Old Trafford following the 2-2 draw on Tuesday night and will be assessed by medical staff before a decision is made about whether he can feature at the King Power Stadium o
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Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud remains a target for Lyon - Aulas

Chelsea's Olivier Giroud believes the arrival of Gonzalo Higuain will benefit the club and the competition for places in attack can push them to winning trophies. Maurizio Sarri feels Gonzalo Higuain's expansive professional experience will allow him to adapt to the Premier League very quickly. Two goals from Willian ensured that the FA Cup holders will move on to the 5th round. Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas has revealed he is considering the possibility of a summer move for unsettled Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud. Giroud told ESPN FC earlier this month that he has found it "difficult" to accept not being Maurizio Sarri's first-choice striker at Chelsea this season, with Eden Hazard often deployed as a false No. 9 by the Italian in the first half of the campaign. Chelsea have an option to extend Giroud's contract -- which expires at the end of the season -- for a further... from ESPN FC News https://es.pn/2Rnsna8
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PSG's Neymar out for over two months, misses Manchester United in UCL

Steve Nicol and the FC crew discuss how Neymar's "showboating" style brings an extra level of physicality from defenders, leading to his recurring injuries. The FC guys examine how much the odds would sway in Manchester United's favour should Neymar be ruled out for PSG's UCL round-of-16 first leg. Paris Saint-Germain have confirmed Neymar is expected to be sidelined for about 10 weeks with a foot injury. That would rule the Brazil forward out of both legs of PSG's clash against Manchester United in the last 16 of the Champions League, and potentially both legs of the quarterfinals in mid-April if PSG advance. PSG said a group of medical experts met on Tuesday night to assess the damage to his fifth metatarsal and decided the best course of action was a "conservative treatment'' and not an... from ESPN FC News https://es.pn/2WrMM1q
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Barcelona want Jean-Clair Todibo arrival brought forward to January - sources

ESPN FC's Alejandro Moreno delves into the marked differences he sees in Philippe Coutinho since he left Liverpool and joined Barcelona. Unai Emery admits he would like to make a signing in January, but concedes Denis Suarez from Barcelona will not be easy. Barcelona are pushing to bring Toulouse defender Jean-Clair Todibo to the club before the transfer window shuts, sources have confirmed to ESPN FC. Barca confirmed earlier in January that they had reached an agreement for Todibo to join them in the summer when his contract with Toulouse expires. However, with the centre-back frozen out at the French club since November, they remain keen to force through a deal this month. Transfers How a transfer works With help from former Tottenham and Liverpool director of football Damien Comolli, we show you a step-by-step guide to a transfer. What's a medical like? Can a 44-year-old man cut it in the Premier League? Our writer suffers -- and suffers some more -- through a medical at Eve
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Anthony Martial set to sign five-year Manchester United deal - sources

The FC crew answer your tweets on Brian McBride's favourite goal with Fulham, Manchester United's pressure to win, biggest rivals and more. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's unbeaten run as Manchester United manager continues as Victor Lindelof stole a late goal in stoppage time against Burnley. Alejandro Moreno and Craig Burley question Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's decision to play Marcus Rashford down the left instead of through the middle. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's unbeaten run as Manchester United manager continues as Victor Lindelof stole a late goal in stoppage time against Burnley. Manchester United forward Anthony Martial is set to sign a new five-year deal, sources have told ESPN FC. United&nbsp;would not comment when contacted by ESPN FC about the prospect of extending the Frenchman's stay at Old Trafford but a source close to the 23-year-old's camp believe an announcement could be made before the trip to Leicester City on Sunday. Transfers How a transfer works Wi
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LIVE Transfer Talk: Arsenal open Yannick Carrasco talks after Ivan Perisic deal blocked

A below-par Arsenal scraped past Cardiff City thanks to goals from Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Alexandre Lacazette. A below-par Arsenal scraped past Cardiff City thanks to goals from Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Alexandre Lacazette. A below-par Arsenal scraped past Cardiff City thanks to goals from Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Alexandre Lacazette. Unai Emery admits he would like to make a signing in January, but concedes Denis Suarez from Barcelona will not be easy. Arsenal and Cardiff City unite for an emotional tribute at the Emirates over the tragic Emiliano Sala situation. The transfer window for Europe's biggest clubs is open again. Transfer Talk has been scouring the world's media and setting our correspondents loose to see who could be heading to or from your club this month. TOP STORY: Arsenal turn to Carrasco&nbsp; Arsenal have stepped up their transfer activity as the January deadline approaches, with Belgium international Yannick Carrasco now a serious target
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Cardiff afraid to fly after Emiliano Sala disappearance - Sol Bamba

Arsenal and Cardiff City unite for an emotional tribute at the Emirates over the tragic Emiliano Sala situation. Neil Warnock praises the family of Emiliano Sala and thanks the fans of both Cardiff and Nates for their support since the striker went missing. Cardiff City defender Sol Bamba says some of the team's players were afraid to fly following the disappearance last week of record signing Emiliano Sala. Ahead of their match on Tuesday, Cardiff and Arsenal players paid tribute to Sala, whose plane went missing on the way from France to Wales on Jan. 22. Afterwards, Bamba spoke about how he and his teammates have been coping. "It is very difficult to even describe," Bamba said. "It is very unusual, a big tragedy. We have all been affected by it,... from ESPN FC News https://es.pn/2HCBbcw
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