Sources: French FA president resigns amid probe

5:50 AM ET French football federation president Noel Le Graet is under investigation for harassment. Harold Cunningham – FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images Noel Le Graet has resigned as president of France‘s football federation (FFF) amid misconduct including sexual harassment and a damning audit, the federation said on Tuesday. Le Graet, head of the FFF since … Read more

‘It just felt like magic’: Amputee football’s first Puskas Award nominee, winner tells ESPN about his wonder goal

play Meet the amputee nominated alongside Kylian Mbappe (1:44)Puskas nominee Marcin Oleksy talks about his nomination for FIFA’s Puskas award, alongside the likes of Kylian Mbappe and Richarlison. (1:44) 4:47 PM ET Editor’s Note: This has been republished to reflect Oleksy winning the Puskas Award, which was announced on Feb. 27 by FIFA. “My favourite … Read more

Scaloni signs deal to remain as Argentina coach

1:04 PM ET Lionel Scaloni led Argentina to a third title in the country’s history at the 2022 World Cup. Julian Finney/Getty Images Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has extended his contract until 2026, the country’s FA said on Monday after he led the team to their World Cup triumph in Qatar last year. Scaloni, who … Read more

Barca problems worsen as Lewa to miss Clasico

play Were Barcelona complacent in surprise loss at Almeria? (0:44)Shaka Hislop thinks the Barcelona players have been complacent in the defeat at Almeria in La Liga. (0:44) 7:01 AM ET Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski will miss the Clasico against Real Madrid on Thursday with a hamstring strain as the club’s problems continue to grow. Lewandowski, … Read more

Maguire frustrated over lack of United minutes

play Will the Carabao Cup win be a springboard for Manchester United? (1:25)Nedum Onuoha thinks Manchester United winning the Carabao Cup could be the start of a resurgence at Old Trafford. (1:25) 5:30 PM ET Harry Maguire says he has the backing of Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag, but admits he “wants to play … Read more

Prosecutors investigating Hakimi rape allegation

4:44 PM ET French prosecutors have opened a preliminary investigation into a rape accusation against Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi, a judicial official said Monday. The investigation is being led by the prosecutor’s office in the Paris suburb of Nanterre, the official said. The official would not provide details about the accusation or comment on … Read more

Messi beats Mbappe to Best FIFA Men’s award

play Will Mbappe and Messi be fit to face Bayern Munich? (2:01)Frank Leboeuf speaks about the fitness of Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi ahead of PSG’s clash with Bayern Munich. (2:01) 4:50 PM ET Lionel Messi was named Best FIFA Men’s Player at a ceremony in Paris on Monday, beating Paris Saint-Germain teammate Kylian Mbappe … Read more

Transfer Talk: Alvarez weighs Man City exit amid Barcelona interest

play What to take away from Man City’s throttling of Bournemouth (1:01)Shaka Hislop and Frank Leboeuf discuss Manchester City’s 4-1 win over Bournemouth which keeps the pressure on Arsenal for the Premier League title. (1:01) 5:45 PM ET The January transfer window may be closed around Europe, but teams are looking ahead to the summer … Read more