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We've got potential title deciders in England and Germany, a grudge match in Portugal, and the Copa del Rey final: Julien Laurens previews the weekend and makes his predictions.

Man City is in a position to contest a Premier League title which oddsmakers had all but conceded to Arsenal.

Mikel Arteta has vowed Arsenal will play to win in Sunday's Premier League title showdown at Manchester City.

Former United States women's national team player Allie Long has signed with Fort Lauderdale United FC for the rest of the 2025-26 USL Super League season, becoming the first World Cup champion to sign with a team in the league.

Arsenal's visit to Manchester City on Sunday will likely decide who wins the title.

Michael Carrick has been "massively disappointed" with some refereeing decisions that have left Manchester United without Harry Maguire and Lisandro Martínez.

Pep Guardiola has said the title race will be "over" if Manchester City lose to Arsenal this weekend.

Inter Miami star Lionel Messi made news this week with the surprise announcement that he has bought Spanish fifth-tier team UE Cornellà. Who are they?

With just over a month remaining in the 2025-26 season, we rank the best players in England's top division.

Mauricio Pochettino won't coach the USMNT forever, and when he does leave, will U.S. Soccer be able to bring in another big-name boss to replace him?

Former Chelsea defender Ashley Cole has said he felt "discouraged" by the lack of managerial opportunities in England and is grateful for Serie B side Cesena for the "massive leap of faith" in appointing him.

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has described Hugo Ekitike's Achilles injury as "devastating" but has backed the striker to "come back even stronger".

The NWSL's board of governors is expected to vote later this month on whether to flip the league's calendar to a fall-to-spring season, multiple sources told ESPN.

The Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) has sold a 70% stake in Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal to Kingdom Holding Company.

Nottingham Forest were left with several injury concerns for Sunday's crunch Premier League clash with Burnley after reaching a first European semifinal since 1984.

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery is looking forward to a "special" Europa League semi-final with Nottingham Forest following a 7-1 aggregate win over Bologna.

Aston Villa blew Bologna away with a trio of first-half goals as they roared into the semifinals of the Europa League with a 4-0 victory, winning 7-1 on aggregate.

Brenden Aaronson insisted that that the USMNT is determined to make the country proud, following criticism of its performances ahead of the World Cup.

Barcelona have filed a second complaint to UEFA complaining that refereeing standards were not complied with in their Champions League quarterfinal exit to Atlético Madrid.

Barcelona great Lionel Messi has bought Spanish fifth-division team Cornellà, the club announced on Thursday.

Raphinha has apologised for winding up Atlético Madrid supporters after Barcelona's Champions League exit at the Metropolitano on Tuesday.

Alexander Isak has only just returned himself, but after Hugo Ekitike's injury blow, he'll need to hit the ground running if Liverpool are to reach the Champions League after a dismal Premier League title defense.

Liverpool could turn to Marcos Sensei as their new defender in the summer. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Bernardo Silva has announced he will leave Manchester City this summer.

New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill on Wednesday joined U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer in calling on FIFA to contribute toward World Cup transit security costs.

Neymar intends to see out his Santos contract despite transfer interest from the MLS.

Hugo Ekitike will miss the World Cup after suffering an injury against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League on Tuesday night.

Few lower-league clubs could ever take on soccer's giants, but when it comes to attention-grabbing kits, these three are in a league of their own.

Big questions lie ahead for Real Madrid following their defeat to Bayern Munich in an instant UCL classic.

Harry Kane hailed a "special night" as late goals powered Bayern Munich to a 4-3 victory, eliminating Real Madrid for the first time since 2012 and securing a ticket to the Champions League semifinals.

A Miami-based event promoter has filed a $7 million lawsuit against Lionel Messi and the Argentine Football Association, alleging fraud and breach of contract after the star sat out an exhibition match last October.

Arsenal eked out a 0-0 draw against Sporting on Wednesday, which was enough to carry them through to the UCL semis, but their season very much remains in the balance.

Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham said his team will be patient in the search for a new coach following the departure of Javier Mascherano.

Coach Álvaro Arbeloa said it was "obvious" that Eduardo Camavinga's red card was crucial in Real Madrid's Champions League quarterfinal elimination by Bayern Munich on Wednesday, while midfielder Jude Bellingham called the decision "a joke."

Bayern Munich scored two late goals to knock record 15-time European champions Real Madrid out of the Champions League following a thrilling 4-3 win at the Allianz Arena on Wednesday.

Arsenal secured their place in the semifinals of the Champions League following a 0-0 draw against Sporting CP at the Emirates.

FIFA president Gianni Infantino said Wednesday that Iran would "for sure" be at the World Cup this summer, despite the ongoing war with the United States.

Bayern Munich are monitoring Sunderland forward Brian Brobbey ahead of a potential summer move. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Bayern Munich and Arsenal have booked their UEFA Champions League tickets to the semifinals on a Wednesday full of drama and goals.

New Inter Miami CF interim head coach Guillermo Hoyos insists he's grateful to be working alongside Lionel Messi on the field once again, but emphasized that he'll continue to proceed with respect.

Harry Maguire is set to miss Manchester United's trip to Chelsea on Saturday after his Football Association charge of improper conduct was upheld.

Javier Mascherano quitting as Inter Miami manager illustrates how hard it's becoming to keep an aging Lionel Messi happy within a team in transition.

Barcelona president Joan Laporta said "disgraceful" refereeing decisions led to Tuesday's Champions League quarterfinal elimination to Atlético Madrid as he promised to take the issue to UEFA.

If Real Sociedad win Saturday's Copa del Rey final, Pellegrino Matarazzo will be the first U.S.-born coach to win a trophy in one of Europe's top five leagues. It has been quite a journey.

VAR overturned the referee's call of penalty for a foul on Liverpool's Alexis Mac Allister. But why?

Let's overreact to last weekend's Premier League action, from Arsenal's slip in the title race to alarm bells ringing at Tottenham.

Dennis Bouanga scored a late penalty to help LAFC draw 1-1 with defending champion Cruz Azul on Tuesday and advance to the CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinals.

Expert recap and game analysis of the United States vs. Japan Women's International Friendly game from April 14, 2026 on ESPN.

Neymar Jr. scored Santos' only goal in a 1-1 draw against Deportivo Recoleta on Tuesday in a Copa Sudamericana match, before arguing with fans at the end of the game.

Barcelona looked to stage a huge comeback, but Atlético did enough to prevent them from advancing.