Getty Images Here was a Champions League semifinal graced with two goals worthy of the occasion and precious little else. Yes, there was the odd sharp intake of breath, a scurry here and shuffle there, but this was nothing like the thunderous encounter it threatened to be a few minutes in. The intensity remained but … Read more
play Is Vinicius vs. Walker the key battle within Real Madrid vs. Man City? (1:59)Gab & Juls debate how Man City will look to stop Vinicius Jr. in their Champions League semifinal vs. Real Madrid. (1:59) MADRID, Spain — Pep Guardiola said his Manchester City players will make a “huge mistake” if they are motivated … Read more
play J.J. Watt reveals conversation with Ryan Reynolds led to Burnley investment (1:40)J.J. Watt explains the decision behind becoming a minority investor in Premier League-bound Burnley. (1:40) May 9, 2023, 08:56 AM ET NFL legend J.J. Watt said he took part in a pub crawl in Burnley as “research” after he recently became a minority … Read more
play Laurens: Despite return, Messi will still leave PSG this season (1:57)Julien Laurens explains why Lionel Messi returned from his PSG suspension early and what it means for his status with the club next season. (1:57) Lionel Messi will train with the Paris Saint-Germain first team on Tuesday and will be available for selection for … Read more
Crystal Palace defender Joachim Andersen says they must produce a strong season finish. The Dane was speaking after defeat at Tottenham. He said, “We’ve had some good results. Of course, it’s disappointing to lose, but that’s how it is. “Now we have three games left of the season, and we need to see what we … Read more
Liverpool hero John Aldridge insists playing in the Europa League next season would have a “silver lining”. The Reds remain likely to quality for the competition, despite the stumbles of fourth place Manchester United. Aldridge wrote for the Sunday World: “Failure to qualify for the Champions League will be a hammer blow for Liverpool. I … Read more
ShareTweet Liverpool are resigned to losing out on Jude Bellingham and have opted for more realistic transfer targets that won’t break the bank. Pete O’Rourke of Football Insider says one name on their list is Mason Mount, whom they’re ‘confident’ should be on his way out of Chelsea this summer following a contract dispute. The … Read more
Nottingham Forest players celebrate after scoring a goal against Southampton in the Premier League. Getty Images May 8, 2023, 05:05 PM ET Nottingham Forest‘s Premier League survival hopes got a massive boost as Taiwo Awoniyi‘s brace helped them to a 4-3 home win over bottom club Southampton whose 10-year stay in the top flight looked … Read more
Lionel Messi is the first athlete to win the team and individual Laureus awards in the same year. AP Photo/Lewis Joly May 8, 2023, 05:01 PM ET Argentina‘s World Cup winning captain Lionel Messi was named the Laureus Sportsman of the Year at the awards ceremony in Paris on Monday. Messi also received an award … Read more
play Why Man United’s problems run deeper than De Gea (1:52)Craig Burley breaks down everything that went wrong for Manchester United against West Ham. (1:52) Erik ten Hag has earned a reputation for making tough decisions as Manchester United manager this season, such as sanctioning the departure of Cristiano Ronaldo in November and dropping out-of-form … Read more
