Goal Baller: June 2020

Tuesday, 30 June 2020

Leicester’s Caglar Soyuncu could’ve played up front or in midfield, left home aged 11, and rejected Turkish giants Besiktas and Galatasaray

ASSE slams Arsenal's handling of Saliba loan

Saint-Etienne have been left frustrated by Arsenal's demands over a loan extension of defender William Saliba.

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Setien won't apologise to Griezmann for late sub

Barcelona coach Quique Setien said bringing Antoine Griezmann on earlier against Atletico Madrid risked "destabilising" the team.

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Transfer Talk: Arsenal may use Guendouzi in summer swap deal

Matteo Guendouzi's time in London could be coming to an end, with reports saying that Arsenal are open to a swap deal. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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The Billionaire, Bollywood and the Future of Indian Soccer

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Manchester United could sign new striker as Solskjaer admits Red Devils are ‘too far away’ with Rashford, Martial and Greenwood

How to watch all Premier League matches on TV and which will be free to air – dates and kick-off times confirmed so far

Former Man City youth coach Steve Eyre says Phil Foden is ‘most naturally talented player’ he has seen and says Jadon Sancho needed Borussia Dortmund move to develop

Declan Rice to Chelsea? Why homecoming for West Ham star makes perfect sense for Frank Lampard – but on one condition

Manchester United legend Roy Keane ‘in talks’ to become next Azerbaijan manager

Players Can Stay in Locker Rooms During Anthem: U.S. Women's Soccer League

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Eight changes from Ole Gunnar Solskjaer with Paul Pogba returning? How Manchester United and Brighton should line up for their Premier League match

Premier League fixtures in FULL: Latest dates and kick-off times announced plus all the results so far this season

Former Man City youth coach Steve Eyre says Phil Foden is ‘most naturally talented player’ he has seen and says Jadon Sancho needed Borussia Dortmund move to develop

Manchester United legend Roy Keane ‘in talks’ to become next Azerbaijan manager

Why Dortmund's Haaland shouldn't rush his next big move

Erling Haaland began 2019-20 in obscurity. Now he's a household name. And with a tested development path at Dortmund, he's only going to get better.

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Ranking soccer's all-time top 101 kits

With the help of ESPN's soccer writers and editors from around the globe, we have gone through the years to rank the 101 greatest kits ever.

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Premier League games with no fans: How players, coaches cope with the silence

"It has less charm to play with no fans!" It's weird watching soccer without fans, but it's weirder still for the players.

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Forget Kalidou Koulibaly, Thiago Alcantara, Jadon Sancho… Jurgen Klopp has full faith in Liverpool’s youngsters as he rules out big transfers this summer

College Coaches Might See Top Prospects Through Streams This Summer

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Monday, 29 June 2020

Transfer news and football gossip: Manchester United vs Man City for Grealish, Chelsea’s deal for Angel Gomes, Arsenal target Weghorst as Aubameyang replacement

Michael Edwards, Pepijn Lijnders and seven unsung heroes who played a major part in Liverpool’s Premier League title success

Klopp: Liverpool to look 'internally,' not spend big

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says he does not expect to spend heavily in the transfer window ahead of next season.

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Soccer: English TV Commentary Across Leagues Shows Racial Bias, Study Claims

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Spencer Dinwiddie and DeAndre Jordan of the Nets Test Positive for the Coronavirus

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With Restrictions, Fans Set to Return to SKorean Baseball

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West Ham reveal new 125th anniversary kit for 2020/21 season that features new retro badge design

Liver Building fire: Man charged with causing criminal damage after firework hits local landmark during Liverpool fans’ title celebrations

Asia Today: India's Virus Cases Jump With Another Daily High

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Sadio Mane has gone from a shy youngster in Dakar to a Premier League winner at Liverpool admired by Lionel Messi

West Ham reveal new 125th anniversary kit for 2020/21 season that features new retro badge design

Liver Building fire: Man charged with causing criminal damage after firework hits local landmark during Liverpool fans’ title celebrations

Watford trio Andre Gray, Nathaniel Chalobah and Domingos Quina dropped for Southampton clash after attending lockdown party

Transfer news and football gossip: Liverpool beating Man City to Koulibaly signing, Chelsea eye double Ajax swoop, Arsenal boost in Danilo Pereira race

Watford trio Andre Gray, Nathaniel Chalobah and Domingos Quina dropped for Southampton clash after attending lockdown party

Florida Court Will Hear Video Appeal in Robert Kraft Case

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Gerardo Parra Hopes ‘Baby Shark’ Magic Can Bring a Title in Japan, Too

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Italian Soccer’s Fractious Chorus Tries a New Tune: Cooperation

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Sunday, 28 June 2020

Brazil on a collision course with football's fight against coronavirus

Brazil, and Rio football, is choosing to be an outrider in the way it deals with the coronavirus.

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Premier League and sports news LIVE: Watford trio investigated over lockdown party, Ben Stokes to captain England, Dana White gives UFC fans a glimpse of new Fight Island

All the latest sports news, gossip and reaction with the Premier League back in full swing…

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Italian Soccer’s Fractious Chorus Tries a New Tune: Cooperation

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Premier League and sports news LIVE: Watford trio investigated over lockdown party, Ben Stokes to captain England, Dana White gives UFC fans a glimpse of new Fight Island

All the latest sports news, gossip and reaction with the Premier League back in full swing…

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Your Monday Briefing

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MLS Says 20 Players, Six Club Staff Test Positive for COVID-19

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Dustin Johnson Splashed and Rallied to a Travelers Championship Win

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Patriots Sign Cam Newton as N.F.L. Levies Fine in Video Scandal

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MLS: 26 positive tests ahead of Orlando tourny

MLS confirms a further 26 people have tested positive for the coronavirus ahead of the MLS Is Back Tournament set to kick off on July 8.

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Patriots Sign Cam Newton to One-Year Deal

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Benzema backheel better than Guti's - Zidane

Karim Benzema's classy backheel assist in Real Madrid's win prompted Zinedine Zidane to compare it to those of former playmaker Guti.

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David Luiz took ‘significant wage cut’ to stay at Arsenal and helped seal Cedric Soares and Pablo Mari signings for club

Ceballos strikes late to send Arsenal through

Arsenal are into the semifinals of the FA Cup after beating Sheffield United 2-1. Dani Ceballos scored the winner in the first minute of added time moments after the Blades had levelled.

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David Luiz took ‘significant wage cut’ to stay at Arsenal and helped seal Cedric Soares and Pablo Mari signings for club

Arsenal reach FA Cup semi-finals as tie against Sheffield United comes to thrilling finale

Chelsea to make 45m bid for Declan Rice?

Chelsea are reportedly planning to make an attempt to sign Declan Rice from West Ham United when the transfer window reopens.

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Sources: Virus threatens Leicester home games

Leicester City could be forced to play their remaining three Premier League home games at a neutral venue away, sources have told ESPN.

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Wycombe striker Adebayo Akinfenwa fined for wearing Liverpool shirt to team meeting after Reds’ Premier League title triumph

Newcastle vs Man City LIVE tonight: Full coverage from St James’ Park for FA Cup Quarter-Final

Pulisic can reach Salah, Sterling level - Lampard

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard has said Christian Pulisic has the talent to reach the level of Mohamed Salah and Raheem Sterling.

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Man arrested on suspicion of arson as firework sets fire to Liverpool’s Liver Building, causing ‘at least £10,000 worth of damage’

Leicester vs Chelsea LIVE today: FA Cup Quarter-Final commentary from the King Power as Rodgers and Lampard face off

Liverpool facing potential Anfield ban if fans continue to celebrate title victory on the streets and ignore social distancing rules

Man City vs Liverpool: Pep Guardiola confirms guard of honour will be formed for new Premier League champions

Liverpool facing potential Anfield ban if fans continue to celebrate title victory on the streets and ignore social distancing rules

Man City vs Liverpool: Pep Guardiola confirms guard of honour will be formed for new Premier League champions

The Lost Spring

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Sheffield United vs Arsenal LIVE today: Exclusive coverage of FA Cup Quarter-Final at Bramall Lane

History to repeat itself? How the omens suggest Chelsea will win the FA Cup ahead of Leicester tie

Newcastle vs Man City odds and tips: Get City at 6/1 to win or Newcastle at 125/1 TODAY with 888 Sport

Saturday, 27 June 2020

Today in History

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Inside the MLS bubble: What players, teams can expect in Orlando

Orlando City SC and San Jose Earthquakes were the first teams to arrive for MLS Is Back Tournament. What awaits the league in central Florida?

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How ‘normal lad from Liverpool’ Trent Alexander-Arnold became a Premier League champion and ‘future Ballon d’Or winner’

Sir Kenny Dalglish reveals legendary Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson sent him a message of congratulations after Liverpool’s title victory

Pogba, Fernandes can shine at United - Carrick

Michael Carrick has told ESPN that Paul Pogba and Bruno Fernandes can thrive together in the heart of Manchester United's midfield.

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Top U19 transfer targets: Haaland, Bellingham, Gilmour and more

With clubs looking for young and younger players in a bid to save money, we take a look at 10 of the most in-demand teenagers in Europe.

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Sir Kenny Dalglish reveals legendary Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson sent him a message of congratulations after Liverpool’s title victory

Germany Cautions Virus Risk Still High as Economies Restart

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Her Olympic Dream on Hold, Teen Gymnast Faces Other Trials

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talkSPORT marks Pride with insight from LGBTQ+ voices and questions about what football can do to become more inclusive

Liverpool mayor Joe Anderson fires warning to fans to stay at home as Premier League title celebrations drag into second night

How the World Missed Covid-19’s Silent Spreaders

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The Black Officer Who Detained George Floyd Had Pledged to Fix the Police

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Train Your Muscles Without a Gym

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talkSPORT marks Pride with insight from LGBTQ+ voices and questions about what football can do to become more inclusive

Liverpool mayor Joe Anderson fires warning to fans to stay at home as Premier League title celebrations drag into second night

Norwich vs Man United LIVE tonight: Full coverage of FA Cup Quarter-Final plus latest team news

Premier League and sports news LIVE: Liverpool fans party for second night, Sir Alex sends message to Sir Kenny, five games on talkSPORT

All the latest Premier League news following Liverpool’s crowning as champions on Thursday, plus the latest sports news and gossip…

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Premier League and sports news LIVE: Liverpool fans party for second night, Sir Alex sends message to Sir Kenny, five games on talkSPORT

All the latest Premier League news following Liverpool’s crowning as champions on Thursday, plus the latest sports news and gossip…

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Aston Villa vs Wolves LIVE today: Listen to exclusive Premier League commentary plus team news and match stats

The stats and broken records which suggest Jurgen Klopp’s 2019/20 Liverpool side could be the greatest in Premier League history

Card Games, Pool, TV Shows Entertain Zimbabweans in Lockdown

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Aston Villa vs Wolves LIVE today: Listen to exclusive Premier League commentary plus team news and match stats

How College Sports Spurred Mississippi to Seriously Reconsider Its Flag

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Friday, 26 June 2020

Liverpool reaction: Legends Steven Gerrard, Kenny Dalglish, Fernando Torres and more pay tribute to Jurgen Klopp’s ‘magnificent’ side after finally being crowned Premier League champions

Horses and Reporting in the Field

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Virus Taking Stronger Hold in US, Other Populated Countries

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Roy Keane once upset Manchester United teammate Fabien Barthez so much ‘he was like a dog that lost its owner’, reveals Tony Cascarino

Sean Dyche admits it’s been a ‘difficult week’ off the pitch amid Burnley exit rumours

Liverpool reaction: Legends Steven Gerrard, Kenny Dalglish, Fernando Torres and more pay tribute to Jurgen Klopp’s ‘magnificent’ side after finally being crowned Premier League champions

Liverpool are Premier League champions, but are they the best ever?

The 2019-20 season will be remembered for the coronavirus outbreak, but Liverpool are champions. How does the title rate among those of their peers?

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Liverpool win Premier League: Pep Guardiola admits Man City lacked ‘passion’ in title race compared to Jurgen Klopp’s champions

Portugal Scrambles to Regroup Amid 100s of New Virus Cases

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Shouting Distance: Henry, Werner Cheer Liverpool Title

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Liverpool win Premier League: Pep Guardiola admits Man City lacked ‘passion’ in title race compared to Jurgen Klopp’s champions

Thursday, 25 June 2020

Dominating Manchester United and tearing Leicester apart – Title-winning Liverpool’s most memorable matches of stunning Premier League campaign

Which English football club has won the most trophies? Liverpool move ABOVE Man United after winning Premier League title for first time

‘Jurgen Klopp… he might be the son of God’ – Liverpool fan tells talkSPORT that 2019/20 Premier League title success is just the beginning

Dominating Manchester United and tearing Leicester apart – Title-winning Liverpool’s most memorable matches of stunning Premier League campaign

‘Jurgen Klopp… he might be the son of God’ – Liverpool fan tells talkSPORT that 2019/20 Premier League title success is just the beginning

NASCAR Releases Image of Noose Found in Bubba Wallace’s Garage

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Soccer-Australia, New Zealand Bask in Glow of Women's World Cup 'Treasure'

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Reaction to Vote on 2023 Women's World Cup Hosting Rights

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Women's World Cup Heads to a Welcome Down Under in 2023

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Liverpool Wins Premier League Without Breaking a Sweat

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Klopp on Liverpool's title: 'Best thing I could ever imagine"

Jurgen Klopp called winning the Premier League with Liverpool "unbelievable," while defender Virgil van Dijk said the team had gone "to a different level" after winning last season's Champions League.

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Transfer Talk: Liverpool make bid for Wolves speedster Traore

Leon Bailey continues to impress in Germany and Manchester City, Chelsea and Man United have taken notice. Transfer Talk is LIVE with the latest.

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Vinicius is delivering on the promise he showed in Brazil

Many thought Real Madrid took a big gamble on Vinicius when they bought him in 2017. Now, the Brazil prodigy is beginning to show his worth.

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Danny Ings vs Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang: Who has the better stats this season as Southampton welcome Arsenal?

Manchester United MUST sign another centre-forward to have any chance of competing with Liverpool, former Chelsea defender Jason Cundy tells talkSPORT

Jorginho or N’Golo Kante? Chelsea have incredible midfield options but Frank Lampard must decide who to keep or axe

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang transfer: Further worry for Arsenal as Juventus enquire over signing club captain and leading scorer

‘I’ve never missed them more’ – Jurgen Klopp’s message to Liverpool fans after Crystal Palace victory as Reds within touching distance of clinching title

Danny Ings vs Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang: Who has the better stats this season as Southampton welcome Arsenal?

Manchester United MUST sign another centre-forward to have any chance of competing with Liverpool, former Chelsea defender Jason Cundy tells talkSPORT

Jorginho or N’Golo Kante? Chelsea have incredible midfield options but Frank Lampard must decide who to keep or axe

‘I’ve never missed them more’ – Jurgen Klopp’s message to Liverpool fans after Crystal Palace victory as Reds within touching distance of clinching title

Juventus make approach for Arsenal forward?

Serie A giants Juventus have reportedly made initial enquiries over the situation of Arsenal forward Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang ahead of a possible summer move.

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Barcelona keen on signing 20-goal Arsenal star?

Barcelona have reportedly earmarked Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang as an alternative target, should they miss out on the services of Lautaro Martinez.

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Leeds remove cutout of bin Laden from stands

Leeds United have removed a cardboard cutout of former al Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden from Elland Road, British media have reported.

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Christian Pulisic to start and Gabriel Jesus in for Sergio Aguero? How Chelsea and Man City could line-up at Stamford Bridge

Sean Dyche linked with Burnley exit as Clarets are warned they’ll struggle to replace ‘fabulous’ manager

Christian Pulisic to start and Gabriel Jesus in for Sergio Aguero? How Chelsea and Man City could line-up at Stamford Bridge

Sean Dyche linked with Burnley exit as Clarets are warned they’ll struggle to replace ‘fabulous’ manager

N.B.A. Ironmen Cling to Routine During the Load Management Era

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Wednesday, 24 June 2020

AP Interview: Manfred: 'We Owe It to Our Fans to Be Better'

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Real's Ramos slams La Liga conspiracy 'noise'

Sergio Ramos blasted the "noise" surrounding Real Madrid's title bid, saying talk of referees helping out the La Liga leaders is "imagining things."

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