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St. Louis up to 2nd place as unbeaten run now at 17 games

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Simon Becher and Tomas Ostrak each scored late in the second half as St. Louis City SC beat the New York Red Bulls 3-0 on Wednesday night.

DeMelo re-signs with Racing amid lawsuit over cardiac event

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Midfielder Savannah DeMelo has signed a new contract with Racing Louisville FC through the 2027 season, with a club option for 2028, ahead of her expected return to the field on Saturday for the first time in over a year.

New-look USMNT beats Chile as teens make history

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History-making goals from teenagers Mathis Albert and Julian Hall propelled a youthful United States men's national team to a 4-2 win over Chile in Tuesday's friendly in St. Louis.

U.S. legend Tim Ream retires from national team

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United States legend and Charlotte FC defender Tim Ream has officially retired from the national team.

Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool keen on Real Madrid midfielder

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Liverpool have maintained contact with the representatives of Real Madrid midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Man City CEO: Legal battle with PL not over

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Manchester City chief executive Ferran Soriano has told his fellow European club bosses the already lengthy legal battle with the Premier League will take "a lot more time" to conclude.

Zidane celebrates Olise's masterpiece: 'I wanted to be part of it'

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Michael Olise came off the bench to deliver a breathtaking late masterpiece, lifting France past Belgium in the UEFA Nations League.

Poch: No punishment for Man City can repair severe damage done

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United States manager, Mauricio Pochettino said Monday that it was "very difficult" to know what punishment Manchester City should receive for breaking the Premier League's financial fair play rules -- and severely damaging the competition.

Klopp: Germany's 1st ever loss to Greece 'part of the process'

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Jürgen Klopp said his first defeat as Germany boss was "part of the process" as he looks to rejuvenate the four-time World Cup winners.

'Not my concern': Ex-City boss Mancini brushes off guilty reports

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Roberto Mancini brushed off reports that his former club Manchester City have been found guilty by the Premier League of financial breaches allegedly committed during his time in charge of the club.

Liverpool, Netherlands await news on Gakpo injury

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The Netherlands and Liverpool must wait to discover the extent of an ankle injury suffered by forward Cody Gakpo on Sunday.

Tuchel: City charges didn't distract England in loss

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Thomas Tuchel has insisted Manchester City's potential punishment for breaching Premier League financial rules was not a distraction for his England players in Saturday's 3-2 Nations League defeat to Spain.

Rep. Ireland's Bazunu withdraws from Israel games

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Bolton Wanderers goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu has confirmed he has refused to participate in the Republic of Ireland's controversial Nations League fixtures with Israel as a matter of "principle".

Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal, Liverpool eye winger Kevin Schade

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Arsenal and Liverpool are upping their interest in Brentford's Kevin Schade, while the rest of Europe chases center backs. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Goals galore! Why Barça's start to season is best in Europe's top leagues for almost 100 years

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Barcelona have begun the season on fire, scoring 36 goals in their first eight matches. How does that compare to the best starts for all time? (Spoiler: Very well.)

Fishlock breaks Rapinoe's Reign scoring record

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Jess Fishlock claimed the Seattle Reign's all-time scoring record from Megan Rapinoe by netting a brace against the Boston Legacy on Friday.

Márquez: Returning 'Chucky' still 'difference-maker' for Mexico

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Mexico coach Rafael Márquez has defended the return of Hirving "Chucky" Lozano, insisting that the LA Galaxy veteran can once again be a "difference-maker" for the national team.

Who's the striker leading Raphinha, Mbappé, Haaland in race for European Golden Shoe?

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Raphinha may have started the season on fire, but there's a little-known striker who is ahead of the Barça star in the race for the European Golden Shoe.

Transfer rumors, news: Bayern eye Barcelona World Cup-winning midfielder

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Barcelona attacking midfielder Dani Olmo is on the radar of Bayern Munich. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Xavi: Netherlands 'better' than Klopp's Germany

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Xavi said he felt his Netherlands side had done enough to deserve a win against Germany and that their second-half performance set the benchmark for what he wants to see heading forward after they drew 1-1 with Jurgen Klopp's team on Thursday.

Transfer rumors, news: Bayern's Karl to get 'dream' Real Madrid move?

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Bayern Munich attacking midfielder Lennart Karl could get his dream move to Real Madrid. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Van Dijk: 'Utter nonsense' I altered Netherlands tactics in WC exit

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Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has dismissed "completely baseless" claims he influenced former head coach Ronald Koeman's tactics at the World Cup.

Ex-Mexico coach Aguirre takes over at Valencia

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LaLiga side Valencia have appointed former Mexico coach Javier Aguirre on an initial deal until the end of the season.

Explaining the weird WSL Players Cup format that makes a Quadruple impossible

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The WSL has re-branded the League Cup. It is designed to help make it more competitive, but at the cost of removing the possibility of a Quadruple.

Transfer rumors, news: Could Bayern sign Haaland to replace Kane?

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Erling Haaland is contracted to Manchester City for another eight years, but could Bayern Munich sign him? Transfer Talk has the latest.

Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool, Arsenal, Man City in race for Feyenoord defender

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Liverpool are monitoring Feyenoord right back Givairo Read, but face competition from Arsenal and Manchester City. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Townsend on roller incident: 'Thought I was done'

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Andros Townsend has described being run over by a pitch roller in Thailand was "quite terrifying."

NWSL Power Rankings: Denver the big movers as Gotham retain top spot

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Denver's 2-1 win over Seattle has them surging up ESPN's NWSL Power Rankings, but can anyone catch Gotham this late in the season?

USMNT replaces injured Pepi with striker Downs

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Ricardo Pepi has been replaced on the United States men's national team squad by Damion Downs.

European soccer live updates: Man City, Liverpool kick off Sunday's action

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The European soccer weekend continues with Man City looking to go clear at the top of the Premier League vs. Sunderland, and Liverpool facing Bournemouth.

Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal could offer Endrick way out of Real Madrid

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Real Madrid striker Endrick could be the subject of a January bid from Premier League champions Arsenal. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Parkinson: Wrexham fans' support 'meant a lot'

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Phil Parkinson was touched by Wrexham fans' backing after a "difficult week" and hopes the last-gasp win against Southampton can breathe new life into their campaign.

Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal's Madueke eyed by Premier League rivals

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Noni Madueke could leave for one of Arsenal's Premier League rivals in January in a search for more playing time. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Source: Ex-U.S. defender Miazga set for NYCFC after Cincinnati exit

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Former United States defender Matt Miazga is set to join New York City FC, a source confirmed to ESPN.

Source: Valencia in advanced talks with ex-Mexico coach Aguirre

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Former Mexico boss Javier Aguirre has emerged as the leading candidate to fill Valencia's coaching vacancy, a source told ESPN.

As San Siro turns 100, AC Milan and Inter prepare to build a new home

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After 100 magical years, San Siro is running out of time as longtime Serie A rivals AC Milan and Inter Milan are building a state-of-the-art new stadium. Enjoy the magical place while you can.

Lozano picked in Marquez's first Mexico squad

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LA Galaxy winger Hirving Lozano has earned first Mexico call-up in nearly a year after being named to Rafael Marquez's 30-man national team roster.

Maresca has been pushing all the right buttons in perfect Man City start

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Despite using an alternative team, Manchester City made it six wins from six under Enzo Maresca, highlighting just how smoothly the post-Pep Guardiola era has begun.

Man United hit crisis point under Carrick after collapse against Brighton

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After being eliminated to Brighton & Hove Albion in the Carabao Cup, Manchester United boss Michael Carrick is now facing the first real pressure of his reign.

Barça re-sign Egypt striker Abdelkarim, 'Haaland of the Nile'

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Egypt striker Hamza Abdelkarim is relishing being nicknamed the "Haaland of the Nile" after signing a new contract with Barcelona on Tuesday.

Iraola lauds Szoboszlai 'worldie' to seal win over Tottenham

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Andoni Iraola has heaped praise on midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai after he scored a "worldie" in Liverpool's 3-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur.

Mou 'risked everything' with subs in Madrid win

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José Mourinho said Real Madrid "risked everything" after going all-out attack in a 3-2 LaLiga win at Elche on Tuesday, with substitute Carlos Espí scoring a 91st minute winner.

Transfer rumors, news: Man United, Bruno Fernandes contract talks stall

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Manchester United want to retain Bruno Fernandes and have begun talks over a new contract. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Source: Colombia targeting U.S. U20 dual national Alexander Shaw

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Inter Miami midfielder Alexander Shaw has been contacted by Colombia after playing for the United States U-20 team in the 2026 Concacaf tournament, a source confirmed to ESPN.

Bolivian coach: Sport 'tainted' after death threats

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The coach of Bolivian first-division club Guabirá said his goalkeeper, Juan Manuel Ferrel, received death threats ahead of Sunday's 6-0 loss against Club Always Ready.

Arteta warns Dowman, 16, has to earn minutes

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Mikel Arteta has insisted Arsenal starlet Max Dowman will get minutes this season but warned they must be earned ahead of Tuesday's Carabao Cup fourth-round tie at Ipswich.

NWSL Power Rankings: Gotham FC rise to the top as Spirit slip

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Gotham FC are the new leaders in ESPN's NWSL Power Rankings, taking advantage of a shocking 3-0 slip-up from Washington Spirit.

Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal keeping tabs on Liverpool teen Ngumoha

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Arsenal are watching developments between Liverpool and Rio Ngumoha with interest. Transfer Talk has the latest.

David flashes 'calm finishing' to score first goal for Atlético

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Diego Simeone praised Jonathan David's "calm finishing" and said he brings "something different" to the team after the Canada forward scored his first goal for Atlético Madrid in a 3-0 win at Real Sociedad on Sunday.

Messi scores but Nashville strikes late to deny Miami win

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Lionel Messi scored a second-half goal but Nashville SC struck back in stoppage time to earn a 2-2 draw at Inter Miami and maintain its nine-point lead at the top of the Eastern Conference.