Shaka Hislop breaks down just how badly Man City need Tottenham centre back Toby Alderweireld. Manchester City have a terrible recent record against Liverpool, failing to win any of their last five Premier League encounters. The two sides meet again Saturday at the Etihad, and here are five things that Pep Guardiola could look at
Month: September 2017
Tim Cahill discusses his new role with Australia and praises Thailand’s resilience in their World Cup Qualifier. Bruce Arena says while the U.S. got a big point vs. Honduras, the door to Russia hasn’t opened at all just yet. Hours after South Korea sealed their involvement in a ninth successive World Cup, Korea FA officials
Colombia earn a point against CONMEBOL leaders Brazil in World Cup Qualifying. Alejandro Moreno and Ross Dyer recap the results from matchday 15 in CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying. Alejandro Moreno reacts to Neymar’s comments regarding Philippe Coutinho’s state of mind amid his transfer saga. Tite and Gabriel Jesus reflect on a job well done as
After a referee decided not to use VAR on a potential penalty, the ESPN FC guys review the ups and downs of the technology. Leonardo Bonucci has joined Gonzalo Higuain as Serie A’s highest-paid players, according to figures published by La Gazzetta dello Sport on Thursday. Bonucci moved to AC Milan from Juventus in the
Paul Mariner says Philippe Coutinho must honor his contract now that he’ll remain with Liverpool. Mark Ogden discusses whether Philippe Coutinho’s head will be in the right place playing for Liverpool. Barcelona sporting director Albert Soler claims that Liverpool valued Philippe Coutinho at €200m. After keeping Coutinho in the transfer window, the FC crew discuss
The FC crew discuss Thomas Muller’s role at Bayern Munich and whether or not his future is away from the club. Bayern boss Carlo Ancelotti says it will take time for Corentin Tolisso and Sebastian Rudy to adapt to the club’s style. Stevie Nicol feels Swansea’s Paul Clement could be the man to turn around
Alberth Elis’ panther crawl celebration has become one of the best in MLS this season. The genesis for a great goal celebration can come from anywhere. Just ask Alberth Elis. The bolt of inspiration for his panther crawl started with a video game. And it wasn’t even his idea. “During preseason, I was playing FIFA
Shaka Hislop shrugs off the punishment handed down to Phil Jones and Daley Blind for actions after the Europa League final. Manchester United have withdrawn their appeal over Phil Jones’ UEFA ban, sources have told ESPN FC. It means the defender will miss United’s first Champions League group game against Basel at Old Trafford on
The FC crew delve into the mystery surrounding Ross Barkley’s botched move to Chelsea. Chelsea’s summer transfer dealings have been the subject of rigorous scrutiny with opinion still divided as to whether or not Antonio Conte had his hand strengthened or weakened. The ill-disciplined 3-2 home defeat to Burnley on the opening day played into
A delighted Ousmane Dembele has admitted there is a world between Neymar and himself. Ross Dyer and Paul Mariner discuss Lionel Messi’s future at Barcelona and ponder a reunion with Guardiola at Man City. Sid Lowe and the FC panel are in consensus that Barcelona’s summer transfer window was a complete disappointment. Sid Lowe joins