Messi regrets actions in WC win vs. Netherlands

play Should Leandro Paredes have been sent off for Argentina? (1:53)Shaka Hislop says it’s “beyond him” how the referee allowed Leandro Paredes to stay on the field after he kicked the ball at the Netherlands’ dugout. (1:53) 11:29 AM ET Lionel Messi has expressed regret over his behaviour during and after Argentina‘s quarterfinal win against … Read more

Source: McKennie at Leeds to undergo medical

9:58 AM ET Weston McKennie is set to complete a loan deal to Leeds United from Juventus. Nicolo Campo/LightRocket via Getty Images Weston McKennie is undergoing a medical at Leeds United ahead of a season-long loan move from Juventus, a source has told ESPN. The United States international has been told he can leave Juventus … Read more

Amid chaos and uncertainty, U.S. takes the long view

11:58 AM ET Brandon Vazquez is just one dual national who excelled for the U.S. during January camp. Shaun Clark/ISI Photos/Getty Images As January camps go, the 2023 edition was like no other for the U.S. men’s national team. For one, it was an abbreviated version, lasting all of eight days as opposed to the … Read more

Ronaldo will play again in Europe – Al Nassr boss

play Ronaldo fails to find the net in winning Al Nassr debut (2:27)Cristiano Ronaldo’s first game for Al Nassr ends in a 1-0 win over Al Ittifaq in the Saudi Pro League. (2:27) 5:13 AM ET Al Nassr coach Rudi Garcia has said Cristiano Ronaldo will return to Europe after his spell in Saudi Arabia. … Read more

Dyche appointed Everton boss after Lampard exit

play Can Sean Dyche turn Everton’s season around? (1:49)Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens debate whether Sean Dyche will succeed at Everton. (1:49) 9:00 AM ET Everton have appointed Sean Dyche as their new manager following Frank Lampard’s departure, the club announced on Monday. Lampard was sacked last week after a run of 10 games without … Read more

Sources: Cancelo set for shock Bayern loan move

play Nicol: Man City didn’t answer any questions despite win (1:15)Steve Nicol remains unconvinced by Manchester City despite their 1-0 win over Arsenal in the FA Cup. (1:15) 8:11 AM ET Bayern Munich are closing in on a deal for Manchester City full-back Joao Cancelo, sources have told ESPN. The German side are hoping to … Read more

Copa del Rey Clasico! Madrid vs. Barca in semis

play Why Madrid can feel good about draw with Sociedad (1:20)Stevie Nicol and Alejandro Moreno react to Real Madrid’s 0-0 draw with Real Sociedad. (1:20) 7:59 AM ET Real Madrid and Barcelona have been drawn to face each other in the semifinals of the Copa del Rey. Madrid beat Atletico Madrid 3-1 in extra time … Read more

Ronaldo will play again in Europe – Al Nassr boss

play Ronaldo fails to find the net in winning Al Nassr debut (2:27)Cristiano Ronaldo’s first game for Al Nassr ends in a 1-0 win over Al Ittifaq in the Saudi Pro League. (2:27) 5:13 AM ET Al Nassr head coach Rudi Garcia has said Cristiano Ronaldo will return to Europe after his spell in Saudi … Read more