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How Ronaldinho helped spark the latest free-kick trend
Have you noticed how many players are laying down behind the wall, risking life and limb to block a low free kick these days? Here's how it started.
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Scholes: Man United must pass title test at Liverpool
Table-toppers Man United travel to Liverpool for a game that Old Trafford legend Paul Scholes, who won the Premier League 11 times, believes could begin their march to glory.
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Liverpool vs. Manchester United: Tale of the tape, tactical battle, predictions
Liverpool vs. Man United is the biggest game this weekend. Who will come out on top?
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LIVE Transfer Talk: Liverpool could move for Leipzig's Konate
Liverpool are ready to bring in defensive backups in January, and RB Leipzig's Ibrahima Konate could be their man. Transfer Talk has the latest.
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Faez: Messi will already be talking to other clubs
Rodri Faez believes Lionel Messi's representatives may already be negotiating with Man City and PSG.
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Why Pogba will likely stay at Man United
Mark Ogden believes if Man United win the Premier League, then Paul Pogba will stay.
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Pochettino 'would love' to bring Alli to PSG
Tom Hamilton believes Dele Alli is interested in a move to PSG, but thinks Daniel Levy could block the transfer.
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Will UCL football influence Rice's transfer decision?
Mark Ogden suggests the chance of UCL football could be a factor for Rice when deciding between clubs.
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Are summer signings to blame for Chelsea's woes?
Chelsea's £220m summer outlay is a key reason why Frank Lampard now finds himself under pressure as some players just haven't performed.
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'One of the greatest': Retiring Rooney lauded on social media
After he was confirmed as permanent Derby manager, Wayne Rooney's playing career was lauded across the football world.
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Rooney 'sacrificed himself' for Ronaldo's success
Mark Ogden explains how Wayne Rooney adapted his style of play to bring out the best in Cristiano Ronaldo.
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Man United rival Chelsea in Rice battle; Spurs' surprise over Bale
ESPN's Insider Notebook has the latest as Man Utd are keen on West Ham's Declan Rice alongside Chelsea. Plus: Tottenham players are surprised over Gareth Bale's role.
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Super Cup semis reminded that unpredictability is best
The bracket was set for a Clasico final in the Spanish Super Cup. Riqui Puig ensured Barca made it, but Athletic kept Madrid from joining them.
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Nicol: Anfield's lack of vitriol favours Man United
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Why Bayern's run without a clean sheet will continue vs. Freiburg
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Will Inter Milan's big-game struggles persist vs. Juventus?
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Nicol: Wayne Rooney always made his team better
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Would a Man United win vs. Liverpool be an upset?
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Keep your expectations 'measured' for Matthew Hoppe
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- Touchy subject: Prem CEO stresses no hugging
- Solskjaer: Would be a 'shock' to beat Liverpool
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Why Wayne Rooney was like football's Mike Tyson
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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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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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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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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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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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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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Premier League 2020-21 kit power rankings
We have compiled every one of them here and ranked each club by their collective output from worst to best.
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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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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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Numbers that show how good Pulisic has been
The American's form in his first Chelsea season has been so good that his statistics compare him favorably to top Premier League stars.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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What a title would mean to Liverpool fans
From Jordan Henderson's barber to lifelong season-ticket holders, supporters are ready to party. But has coronavirus affected their joy?
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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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Mbappe, Sancho lead 36 best under-21 stars
Welcome to the next generation! Players from 15 countries and seven leagues are evaluated by Tor-Kristian Karlsen, a former scout.
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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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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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The Thai pop star who owns Beckham's boots
Imagine not one unseen Picasso, but an entire exhibition. Meet Sattawat Sethakorn and his potentially million-dollar collection of memorabilia.
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The Misery Index
There are unhappy and frustrated fans everywhere, but these 10 teams have had it particularly rough.
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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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Adu: 'I'm not ready to give it up'
Once a teen phenom, Freddy Adu was supposed to save U.S. soccer. His career appeared to fizzle out, but he is not done yet.
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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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Upcoming fixtures
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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Results and scores from the Premier League, Champions League, La Liga, Major League Soccer and more.
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Updated standings from the Premier League, Champions League, La Liga, Major League Soccer and more.
