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Aug 26, 2022 Alex KirklandESPN FC Want to know how important Casemiro was to Real Madrid? Ask Luka Modric and Toni Kroos. Two-thirds of the most iconic midfield trio in modern football — with apologies to Barcelona’s Sergio Busquets, Xavi and Andres Iniesta — are now facing up to life without the man Modric called

7:38 AM ET Manchester United have been handed a tough draw in the group stages of the 2022-23 Europa League, while Arsenal will face Ruud van Nistelrooy’s PSV Eindhoven. United finished sixth in the Premier League last season, meaning they missed out on Champions League football this term and were entered into Friday’s draw with

3:24 PM ET Rob DawsonCorrespondent Manchester United are considering whether to make an improved bid for Antony after seeing a €90 million offer rejected by Ajax on Friday, sources have told ESPN. United increased their bid after a €80m offer was turned down earlier this month, but it has not been enough to tempt Ajax

4:00 AM ET Sir Jim Ratcliffe has heard nothing from Manchester United since declaring an interest in buying the club — ESPN’s Insider Notebook has the latest. PLUS: Barcelona are worried about Antoine Griezmann’s future at Atletico Madrid. Jump to: Barca and Atletico in Griezmann row | Leicester’s financial fears | Ten Hag wants to

1:10 PM ET Barcelona have been drawn against Bayern Munich in the group stages of the 2022-23 Champions League, which sees Robert Lewandowski facing an early return to his former club while Manchester City‘s Erling Haaland will reunite with his ex-club, Borussia Dortmund. Lewandowski ended his eight-year spell at Bayern acrimoniously in July to join

3:43 PM ET Finally, it’s time for the UEFA Champions League group stage! The road to the final began back in June with the first qualifying round and now, the field of 78 teams has been whittled down to 32 and the groups have been drawn. Now we know where the narratives are, and there

6:14 AM ET Rob DawsonCorrespondent Manchester United are focused on signing Antony from Ajax before the transfer window closes, sources have told ESPN. The club also remain interested in bringing in a goalkeeper and a right-back ahead of the deadline. Ajax have been informed that United have not ended their pursuit of Antony despite seeing

3:00 AM ET The end of the transfer window is only a week away, so which players should you be keeping an eye on? Here are some stars likely to make headlines before the deadline on Sept. 1 arrives. Cristiano Ronaldo, FW, Man United 2 Related Dropped from the first XI for the win against

5:00 AM ET Rob DawsonCorrespondent Depending on who you ask, Casemiro is either Manchester United‘s heir to midfield legend Roy Keane or a washed-up has-been Real Madrid couldn’t wait to offload. The Brazilian’s €70 million arrival at Old Trafford on Monday has split opinion and raised questions about what the transfer policy at Old Trafford

6:38 AM ET Leicester City are continuing to demand a world-record fee for Wesley Fofana as the defender trains away from the first-team squad amid Chelsea‘s ongoing interest, sources have told ESPN. Chelsea have made three offers for Fofana, the third of which totalled £70 million and was instantly rejected by Leicester on Tuesday. –

1:18 PM ET Cesar Hernandez Panic swept through Mexican soccer circles last week when news emerged that Sevilla winger Jesus “Tecatito” Corona had suffered an injury that will likely keep him out of the World Cup. After fracturing his fibula and damaging his left ankle, the Spanish club announced that the 29-year-old Mexico star is

8:00 AM ET Rob DawsonCorrespondent Raphael Varane has said Manchester United new signing Casemiro is perfectly suited to English football and has backed his former Real Madrid teammate to be a success at Old Trafford. Casemiro has completed his move to United and watched from the stands as boss Erik ten Hag’s team earned a

4:00 AM ET Rob DawsonCorrespondent MANCHESTER, England — If things work out for Erik ten Hag at Manchester United, he may well look back on Liverpool‘s visit to Old Trafford early in his first season as something of a pivotal moment. He will be relieved, of course, to get his first competitive win since arriving

5:37 PM ET MANCHESTER, England — Goals from Jadon Sancho and Marcus Rashford helped Man United shrug off a tumultuous start to the season and beat Liverpool 2-1 at Old Trafford to re-ignite their campaign. Mohamed Salah scored a consolation inside the final 10 minutes to give the hosts some nervous moments, but the victory

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9:04 PM ET Another weekend of headlines, golazos and unpredictable finishes across Europe’s biggest leagues. From Borussia Dortmund‘s meltdown to Leeds’ dominating performance over Chelsea, there was no shortage of drama. ESPN correspondents Rob Dawson, Alex Kirkland, Julien Laurens, Sam Marsden, James Tyler and James Olley break down the big stuff you need to know

Aug 21, 2022 Reuters Facebook Twitter Facebook Messenger Pinterest Email Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp said that his side should be awarded the three points if Monday’s Premier League game against Manchester United at Old Trafford is called off due to home fans protesting against their owners. The fixture between English football’s two most successful clubs

1:55 PM ET Rob DawsonCorrespondent Manchester United are considering making an improved offer for Ajax winger Antony, sources have told ESPN. United have already seen an €80 million bid rejected by the Dutch side, who have told United chiefs they would only consider a financial package worth closer to €100m. – Everything you need to