Broja: Chelsea players lifted by reaching Cup semifinal

Chelsea striker Armando Broja says reaching the Carabao Cup semifinals is a lift for the players. Chelsea defeated Newcastle in a quarterfinal shootout this week. Broja told the Chelsea website: “We have had a few unfortunate results but we are trying to turn it around, kickstart the season and push on forward,’ said Broja. ‘I … Read more

Man Utd youngsters Kingdon, Williams look to Swindon in FAYC

Manchester United‘s youngsters are delighted to be in the Fourth Round of the FA Youth Cup. This week’s 1-0 win against Derby County sets up a tie at Swindon Town in February. United defender Jack Kingdon said: “It’s just an amazing feeling, under the lights, playing with friends. Derby made it really hard for us, … Read more

Chivas hire ex-Real Madrid player Gago as coach

Dec 20, 2023, 03:27 PM ET Liga MX’s Chivas have hired former Boca Juniors and Real Madrid midfielder Fernando Gago as their new head coach, the Mexican club announced on Wednesday. The 37-year-old Argentine replaces Veljko Paunovic (21W-8D-13L), who mutually parted ways with Liga MX’s second-most successful side on Dec. 15 after a disappointing quarterfinal … Read more

Source: Ten Hag wants Varane, Casemiro to stay

Erik ten Hag wants to keep Raphaël Varane and Casemiro at Manchester United in the January transfer window, a source has told ESPN. Both players have been linked with moves away from Old Trafford next month but Ten Hag is keen to keep the pair, at least until the end of the season. – Stream … Read more

NWSL free agency tracker: USWNT stars Crystal Dunn, Rose Lavelle hit market as Savannah McCaskill joins Wave

Getty Images The San Diego Wave bolstered their attacking on Wednesday, inking veteran attacking midfielder Savannah McCaskill on a three-year deal. McCaskill spent the last two years with Angel City and was a central part of the team’s first playoff run in 2023. She was named to the league’s second XI this year after notching … Read more

Lipscomb’s Spicer goes No. 1 in MLS SuperDraft

Dec 19, 2023, 04:50 PM ET Toronto FC selected Lipscomb forward Tyrese Spicer with the first overall pick in the 2024 MLS SuperDraft on Tuesday. Spicer, 23, finished his college career with 29 goals and 18 assists over 57 matches. He was named the Atlantic Sun Conference Player of the Year in 2023 after leading … Read more

Endrick talks Madrid move, Ronaldo, World Cup hopes, music

Europe’s defenders better watch out — a striker is on his way who aims to be singing along to their pain. Brazilian sensation Endrick joins Real Madrid when he turns 18 in the middle of next year. And despite his youth, he is a player who has already made the transition from promise to reality. … Read more