Italy only have themselves to blame for missing a third straight World Cup
We don't need think pieces or inquests into Italy's failure to qualify for a third straight World Cup; in the end, it came down to bad decisions and bad perform...
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Why have Tottenham hired De Zerbi? Are his tactics right for a relegation fight?
De Zerbi is Tottenham's third manager of a turbulent season. Why have Spurs turned to him, and is his playing style suited to battle against the drop?
What's wrong with Washington Spirit?
The Portland Thorns sit proudly atop ESPN's NWSL Power Rankings, while Washington Spirit continues to flounder.
U.S. considering tactic shift to get Pulisic on track
United States coach Mauricio Pochettino said he's considering some tactical tweaks to help get star attacker Christian Pulisic back to his best in front of the ...
Ancelotti praises Modric ahead of Croatia match
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti has heaped praise on his former Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric ahead of Tuesday's international friendly against Croatia.
João Pedro confident Brazil's attack will click
Chelsea forward João Pedro is certain that Brazil's attack will start to gel soon, as fans have expressed their disappointment with the team for their recent pe...
Defoe named manager of non-league side Woking
Former Tottenham Hotspur striker Jermain Defoe has taken his first venture into full-time management by taking the head coach role at National League side Wokin...
Roy Hodgson named interim Bristol City coach
Former England boss Roy Hodgson has been appointed as interim head coach at Bristol City.
Reranked: Who is the MVP for each of the top Premier League clubs?
Based on a simple combination of ability and tactical importance, we've reranked the best players in order at the Big Six Premier League clubs.
Mbappé: 'Can't imagine' World Cup without Neymar
France star Kylian Mbappé cannot envision his former Paris Saint-Germain teammate Neymar missing the World Cup.
Maguire: Amorim deserves 'credit' for Utd's form
Harry Maguire has praised former Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim, saying that the Portuguese boss had some "great ideas."
2026 World Cup playoff preview, predictions: Who will book the final six spots?
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 i...
'Strict,' 'demanding,' 'loving': USMNT players on what Pochettino is like behind the scenes
The USMNT used to be "inmates running the asylum," players tell ESPN, but Pochettino has transformed the culture ahead of the World Cup.
Carragher: Salah PL legacy eclipses Ronaldo's
Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher believes that Mohamed Salah's Premier League legacy eclipses that of Cristiano Ronaldo with only Arsenal great Thierry...
European fans file complaint over WC ticket prices
Soccer fans have launched a formal complaint with the European Commission against FIFA over World Cup ticket prices.
NWSL Power Rankings: Angel City, Dash on the rise but Thorns still on top
Angel City and the Houston Dash are quickly making their way to the top of ESPN's NWSL Power Rankings.
MLS Power Rankings: Nashville displaces LAFC, Caps to go No. 1
LAFC still haven't conceded in league play in 2026, but that defensive prowess isn't enough to top this week's edition of ESPN's MLS Power Rankings.
Vini 'not far off' career best in Madrid derby win
Alvaro Arbeloa said Vinícius Júnior is "not far off" career-best form after the forward scored twice -- including a spectacular winner -- in Real Madrid's 3-2 d...
Real get crucial Madrid derby win in Barça chase
Real Madrid edged the derby 3-2 against city rivals Atlético to remain in touch with LaLiga leaders Barcelona but the performance was far from convincing.
Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal step up pursuit of Roma star to replace Ben White
Arsenal are on a quest to replace Ben White and have landed on an in-form option from AS Roma. Transfer Talk has the latest.
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