‘Tired’ Messi’s availability uncertain for Argentina

play Melchiot: Messi is still hungry to win in MLS (1:25)Mario Melchiot explains why Lionel Messi still seems hungry for success in MLS. (1:25) Sep 10, 2023, 06:11 PM ET Lionel Messi will travel with the Argentina squad to Bol?via for a South American World Cup qualifier on Tuesday, but his presence on the field … Read more

Antony agrees leave of absence after allegations

play Marcotti: Man United took correct stance with allegations against Antony (1:00)Gab Marcotti and Don Hutchison discuss Man United’s decision to give Antony a leave of absence after accusations of abuse made by three women. (1:00) Manchester United and Antony have agreed that the Brazil forward will take time away from the club after accusations … Read more

Man Utd captain Fernandes at his best in Portugal rout

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes showcased his creative instincts on international duty. Fernandes produced a sublime performance for Portugal in a Euro 2024 qualifier against Luxembourg. Taking on the minnows at home, Portugal ran away as 9-0 winners, with Fernandes getting a goal and three assists. Coach Roberto Martinez demanded his team show their attacking … Read more

England coach Southgate offers chance to Man Utd outcast Sancho

Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho‘s situation has caught the attention of England boss Gareth Southgate. The Three Lions coach has been critical of Sancho in the past, leaving him out of international squads. With a rift emerging between United boss Erik ten Hag and Sancho, Southgate weighed in on the winger’s future. Speaking to reporters, … Read more

Zilliacus: I want to buy Inter Milan

Finnish tech entrepreneur Thomas Zilliacus has announced he wants to buy Inter Milan. Zilliacus, who made a late attempt for Manchester United last season, discussed his plans with SemperInter.com. He stated: “I have said publicly that I am interested in buying Inter. However, there must be an interest from part of the current ownership to … Read more

Southgate: ‘Ridiculous’ to rotate against Scotland

play Gareth Southgate expecting a ‘great game’ vs. Scotland (1:08)Gareth Southgate speaks about the reaction to England’s draw with Ukraine and looks ahead to their clash vs. Scotland. (1:08) Gareth Southgate said it would be “ridiculous” for England to rotate heavily against Scotland and defended the team from the “never-ending” cycle of scrutiny which continued … Read more

UEFA thanks ex-VP Rubiales at women’s forum

play Why did Luis Rubiales take three weeks to resign? (1:14)Gab Marcotti and Don Hutchison discuss Luis Rubiales’ resignation as the president of the Royal Spanish Football Federation. (1:14) Sep 11, 2023, 08:02 PM ET One day after Spanish official Luis Rubiales resigned from his leadership jobs, European soccer body UEFA hosted a storied group … Read more

Toure: Man City boss Guardiola the biggest inspiration

Former Manchester City defender Kolo Toure has lavished praise on the club’s manager this week. Toure described manager Pep Guardiola as a genius, stating he was an inspiration for all coaches. The former Ivory Coast defender has been working as a coach for the past six years. “He’s the biggest inspiration,” Toure said, per the … Read more

Valencia confident Man Utd will soon click for Ten Hag

Former Manchester United captain Antonio Valencia believes the club will get it right under Erik ten Hag. Valencia, who won the Premier League and countless other trophies with United, believes in the Dutch head coach. While Ten Hag’s side have started this season slowly, Valencia believes they will gel and find their best form. “Well, … Read more

Aston Villa manager Emery urges Watkins to ignore England snub

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has backed Ollie Watkins to find his best form this season. The striker was disappointed to be left out of the England squad for the recent international games. Watkins is not in Gareth Southgate‘s squad at present, with Emery recognizing his forward’s disappointment. The forward has one goal in his … Read more