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⚽ Inside Malaysian club's world-record streak
Malaysian side Johor Darul Ta'zim (JDT) have made a habit of breaking records, and now they've topped a global one that stood for 32 years.
Bayern: New treatment caused Musiala collapses
Bayern Munich have been aware of Jamal Musiala's neurological issue for at least a year, board member for sport Max Eberl said Friday.
Villa boss Emery hints at Watkins, Martínez exits
Aston Villa boss Unai Emery admits Ollie Watkins could be the next big-name player to leave the club this summer, while also revealing Emiliano Martínez has asked to move.
Ronaldo starts 25th season with 977th career goal
Cristiano Ronaldo began his 25th season as a professional with his 977th career goal as he came off the bench to help Al Nassr secure a 4-0 win on Friday.
Sources: Concacaf, UEFA discuss joint Nations Lg.
Concacaf and UEFA are in discussions to create a combined Nations League competition that could begin as soon as the fall of 2028, sources confirmed to ESPN.
Paredes gets 10-match ban for WCup final brawl
FIFA banned three Argentina players on Friday, including a 10-match suspension for midfielder Leandro Paredes, for striking Spain opponents after losing the World Cup final.
Sources: Man United agree $96M deal for Baleba
Manchester United have agreed a deal with Brighton for midfielder Carlos Baleba, sources confirmed to ESPN.
Champs Arsenal start Prem with rout of Coventry
Arsenal made light work of Premier League new boys Coventry City as they began their title defence with a statement 3-0 win at the Emirates Stadium on Friday.
Caught World Cup fever? Here's how to follow USMNT stars' club careers
Did you get swept up in World Cup excitement? ESPN outlines how to follow the USMNT's stars overseas now.
Wild boars pile problems onto relegated Oviedo
Real Oviedo were relegated from La Liga in Spain last season and their preparations to bounce back have been interrupted by wild boars at their training ground.
Mbappé, Viní Jr, Bellingham can fit - Mourinho
José Mourinho admitted he faces a "difficult" task fitting Kylian Mbappé, Vinícius Júnior and Jude Bellingham into his starting 11.
Thomas Partey joins Al Shabab on free transfer
Thomas Partey has signed for Saudi Pro League side Al Shabab, the club announced on Friday.
Premier League returns! Live updates as Arsenal face Coventry
The 2026-27 Premier League season begins as defending champions Arsenal take on newly promoted Coventry City.
Men's transfer grades: Arsenal get a B for Konsa
The 2026 summer transfer window is open. Here is how we rated the biggest deals.
Sources: Tottenham agree $102M deal for Savinho
Tottenham have agreed a deal worth up to £85 million to sign Savinho from Manchester City, sources have told ESPN.
Ranking the 25 best players in the NWSL right now: Rodman? Lavelle? Who's No. 1?
We're two-thirds of the way through the NWSL season, so let's rank the best 25 players so far!
Big questions, predictions for Barcelona, Real Madrid as LaLiga campaigns begin
Barcelona and Real Madrid have both spent big in the summer transfer window, but what do our writers predict will happen in LaLiga this season.
If Barcelona want a striker like Julián Álvarez, they have to sign one of these guys
Barcelona want a No. 9 striker but have been unable to land their first-choice target of Julián Álvarez. Who should they go for instead? And what do the stats tell us?