Italian Serie A: Gonzalo Higuaín (80′) Inter 1-2 Juventus. To watch Serie A, subscribe to ESPN+.
Juventus bought Cristiano Ronaldo to improve their chances of winning the Champions League, so when they were knocked out by Ajax, many considered his first season with the Bianconeri to be a failure. However, since joining Juventus, his general performances have been far better than those in his final couple of years at Real Madrid, even if his goals-to-games ratio hasn’t been as prolific.
During his final years at the Bernabeu, he completely changed his game. He featured less in…
Antonio Conte admits that facing Juventus, the team he captained and coached, will be “emotional.” How could it be any other way after 17 years in black and white? But when the Derby d’Italia kicks off on Sunday (stream live on ESPN+, 2:45 p.m. ET), the Inter coach claims the moment will pass and his old club will become “just another opponent.”
In the away dugout, Maurizio Sarri cannot boast the same connection. He’d have to have been living under a rock, though, to fail to appreciate the significance…
Gab Marcotti explains why Sunday’s showdown between rivals Inter and Juventus on ESPN+ is must-see football.
The transfer windows in Europe’s top leagues are closed, but it’s never too late to look forward to January. Click here to view the latest transfers, and keep up to date with the newest gossip below.
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Juve, Real reach to poach Chelsea’s Kante
Real Madrid will challenge Juventus in the race to sign Chelsea midfielder N’Golo Kante, Sport reports.
The World Cup winner with France has spent the last few years turning himself into one of the…
The Exploding Heads are back to broker a deal for Jadon Sancho and revive Christian Pulisic’s grim start.
Craig Burley feels the UCL favourites all have one thing in common; their lack of defensive structure.
There’s a new number one thanks to Bayern Munich’s Champions League demolition of Tottenham, while two wins from Barcelona sees them re-enter the fray as one of four La Liga sides in the top 10. Here’s Shaka’s latest power rankings:
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Dropping out: RB Leipzig, Lokomotiv Moscow
Agree? Disagree? Let us know, and watch Shaka defend his picks on ESPN FC TV, which airs daily on ESPN+.
Cristiano Ronaldo and Miralem Pjanic score in Juventus’ 2-0 win vs. SPAL. To watch Serie A, subscribe to ESPN+.
Italian Serie A: Cristiano Ronaldo (77′) Juventus 2-0 SPAL. Watch Serie A on ESPN+.
Juventus manager Maurizio Sarri says Cristiano Ronaldo will have no trouble fitting into the system of play used in the 2-1 win over Brescia after the star man missed out through injury.
Former Juventus boss Massimiliano Allegri will not accept another managerial role this season and is taking a sabbatical, according to ESPN FC sources.
The Italian left his post as Juventus boss in the summer after five seasons with the club, where he won the Serie A title in each season as well as the Coppa Italia in his first four.
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He also led the club to the Champions League final on two occasions, also picking up the…
Frank Leboeuf reacts to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer saying he was ‘pleased’ with Man United’s 0-0 draw at Alkmaar.
The transfer windows in Europe’s top leagues are closed, but it’s never too late to look forward to January. Click here to view the latest transfers, and keep up to date with the newest gossip below.
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TOP STORY: United plan Wilson, Mandzukic moves in January
Manchester United have prioritised the signing of a striker in the January transfer window, and Sky Sports claims the Red Devils are lining up moves for Bournemouth’s Callum Wilson and…
Frank Leboeuf reacts to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer saying he was ‘pleased’ with Man United’s 0-0 draw at Alkmaar.
The transfer windows in Europe’s top leagues are closed, but it’s never too late to look forward to January. Click here to view the latest transfers, and keep up to date with the newest gossip below.
Top 10 free agents in 2020 | European transfer review
TOP STORY: United plan Wilson, Mandzukic moves in January
Manchester United have prioritised the signing of a striker in the January transfer window, and Sky Sports claims the Red Devils are lining up moves for Bournemouth’s Callum Wilson and…
Craig Burley doesn’t hold back his criticism of just how poor Manchester United and Arsenal have been this season.
Steve Nicol and Craig Burley slam Man United and Arsenal after their draw at Old Trafford, calling both teams shadows of their former selves.
The transfer windows in Europe’s top leagues are closed, but it’s never too late to look forward to January. Click here to view the latest transfers, and keep up to date with the newest gossip below.
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TOP STORY: Pogba hopeful for return to Italy
Paul Pogba has had it with life in Manchester and wants to return to Juventus, reports Calciomercato.
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