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Golden Boy 2019: Fati, Felix, Haaland, Sancho among final 20 nominees

Alejandro Moreno weighs in on the hot takes from the weekend’s soccer action to see whether they are overreactions.

ESPN FC’s Steve Nicol and Craig Burley discuss Alvaro Morata’s winning goal and Joao Felix’s first La Liga start for Atletico Madrid.

In an exclusive with ESPN FC, Edwin van der Sar says Matthijs de Ligt will improve as he acclimates at Juve.

Stewert Robson believes Mattijs de Ligt is struggling to adjust to life at Juventus after starring for Ajax.
Atletico Madrid forward Joao Felix, who has been labelled the “new Cristiano Ronaldo” could achieve something his Portugal teammate failed as he was named as one of the final 20 nominees for the 2019 Golden Boy award.
The honour, presented by Italian newspaper Tuttosport, is given to the best player aged 21 and under. Juventus defender Matthijs de Ligt is the holder but, as with Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian Mbappe the year before, the champion is not allowed to retain his title.
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A-League clubs hire former Premier League boss Richard Scudamore as special advisor

Perth Glory had the game in their hands but let it slip through their fingers in the final minute of play as Roy O’Donovan scored a late equaliser.

Mark Rudan secured victory on his first return to Wellington with his Western United side.

Melbourne Victory and Melbourne City couldn’t sort out their differences at Marvel stadium as their match ended in a draw.

Western Sydney Wanderers kicked off their new A-League season with a 2-1 win over the Central Coast Mariners.

Defending A-League champions Sydney FC kicked off with a 3-2 win over Adelaide United.

Big names from across the A-League launch the new season, set to get underway on Friday October 11.
Former Premier League executive chairman Richard Scudamore has been appointed special advisor to the A-League clubs and head of league Greg O’Rourke.
The appointment comes as the A-League, W-League, Y-League and E-League transition to independence from the FFA.
Scudamore played a significant role in transforming the Premier League into the most-watched league in world sports, growing its revenues from £148 million in 1997-98 to the current £3.2 billion for 2019-20.
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Guardiola says jail sentences of nine Catalan politicians a ‘direct affront to human rights’

Shaka Hislop reacts to reports that Barcelona are interested in Marcus Rashford over Roberto Firmino.

The ESPN FC crew are again at odds with Shaka Hislop’s “random collection of teams” in his Power Rankings.

Ale Moreno feels international duty will bring a huge deal of confidence for Antoine Griezmann.

Alejandro Moreno breaks down Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo’s impact on El Clasico.
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has said a Spanish court ruling which saw nine Catalan politicians and civil leaders sentenced to between nine and 13 years in prison is a “direct affront to human rights.”
All nine defendants had been held without bail for the last two years over their role in Catalonia’s failed bid for independence from Spain.
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ESPN’s WAFU Cup of Nations Awards

Senegal walked away with the WAFU Cup of Nations title on Sunday, winning it on home soil after beating then-holders Ghana in a penalty shootout (one of many in the tournament).
While the sides in the Cup final were domestic-based versions of continental heavyweights, the Plate final was a story of success against the odds, as Guinea defeated tiny Cape Verde… also on penalties.
ESPN’s Ed Dove reveals his tournament awards following a fascinating two weeks of African football.
Player of the Tournament:…

Matthijs De Ligt admits struggles after Juventus move

In an exclusive with ESPN FC, Edwin van der Sar says Matthijs de Ligt will improve as he acclimates at Juve.

Gab Marcotti praises Maurizio Sarri for his tactics in Juventus’ 2-1 win over Inter.

Gonzalo Higuain scores the winner for Juventus, handing Inter their first loss. Watch Serie A on ESPN+.
Matthijs De Ligt has said he is not happy with his performances for Juventus so far this season.
De Ligt, 20, joined Juventus from Ajax in the summer for €75 million, making him the most expensive defender in Serie A history.
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The Dutch international has endured a mixed start to life in Turin and said he needs to improve.
“At Ajax, I felt invincible,…

Bulgarian FA chief refuses PM Boyko Borissov request to resign amid England racism

Shaka Hislop praises how players and officials dealt with racist incidents during England’s win over Bulgaria.
Bulgarian Football Union’s (BFU) president Borislav Mihaylov has turned down the prime minister’s call to resign following racist abuse and monkey chants from Bulgaria fans towards England players during their Euro 2020 qualifier.
Prime minister Boyko Borissov had called for former goalkeeper Mihaylov to step down after the match, won 6-0 by England, was temporarily halted by the referee to tackle abuse from the crowd under a three-step protocol by European soccer governing body UEFA.
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Bulgarian FA chief Borislav Mihaylov resigns in England racism row

Shaka Hislop praises how players and officials dealt with racist incidents during England’s win over Bulgaria.
Bulgarian Football Union’s (BFU) president Borislav Mihaylov has resigned following racist abuse and monkey chants from Bulgaria fans towards England players during their Euro 2020 qualifier.
Prime minister Boyko Borissov had called for former goalkeeper Mihaylov to step down after the match, won 6-0 by England, was temporarily halted by the referee to tackle abuse from the crowd under a three-step protocol by European soccer governing body UEFA.
BFU spokesman Hristo Zapryanov earlier said…

Bulgarian PM Boyko Borissov urges FA chief to resign amid England racism

Shaka Hislop praises how players and officials dealt with racist incidents during England’s win over Bulgaria.
Bulgarian Prime Minister Boyko Borissov has called on the president of the country’s football union (BFU) to resign following racist abuse that marred the Euro 2020 qualifier between Bulgaria and England on Monday.
England beat Bulgaria 6-0 but the match was temporarily halted twice during the first half in order to warn supporters that the match could be abandoned following racist chanting in the Vasil Levski Stadium.
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Italy stay perfect in European Championship qualification with easy win in Liechtenstein

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Italy celebrate their early qualification with a pummeling of Liechtenstein. Watch Euro qualifying on ESPN+.
Italy maintained their perfect record in Group J and clocked up their ninth international win in a row with a 5-0 thumping of Liechtenstein on Tuesday.
The Azzurri were already qualified for the European Championship finals an locked up the top spot in the group with the runaway win.
Federico Bernardeschi set Italy on the way in the second minute before Andrea Belotti, with a brace, Alessio Romagnoli and Stephan El Shaarawy added further goals in the final 20 minutes as Roberto Mancini’s team…

Switzerland down Ireland to revive Euro 2020 hopes

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Switzerland revived their hopes of qualifying directly for Euro 2020 and denied Ireland the chance to book their place in the tournament with a nervous 2-0 win, which threw their group wide open in rain-soaked Geneva on Tuesday.
Haris Seferovic gave Switzerland a 16th-minute lead with a shot out of the blue in the Group D game and Shane Duffy turned Edimilson Fernandes’ shot into his own net to wrap up the win in the third minute of stoppage time.
Switzerland could have sealed victory earlier but…

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