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Chicago issued new “City licenses” to sports betting operators on Wednesday, Dec. 31, avoiding a sports betting shutdown The Sports Betting Alliance will no longer pursue a temporary restraining order against the city The alliance’s lawsuit against the city will continue, however The sports betting show in Chicago will roll on. Chicago avoided a potential […]
Pep Guardiola has reiterated his desire to stay on at Manchester City amid fresh rumours surrounding Enzo Maresca. The long-serving City manager said last month he intended to see out his contract at the Etihad Stadium, which runs until the summer of 2027. That came following speculation City had identified then Chelsea boss Maresca, a […]
MANCHESTER — Ruben Amorim has said he’s not optimistic about making signings in the January transfer window after revealing there are “no conversations” about the possibility of strengthening his squad this month. The message from the Manchester United boss represents a change of tune after previously saying “we will see” when asked about potential arrivals […]
The reigning FIFA Club World Cup champions’ coach is out of a job. Enzo Maresca’s 18-month tenure at Chelsea ended on New Year’s Day after a dramatic, quick breakdown in his working relationship with senior figures at the Premier League club. Recriminations abound following the news — so much so, in fact, that there is […]
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said the club need to sign a defender in January to bolster their chances of success this season. Barça have conceded 20 goals in 18 LaLiga matches this season, more than any other team in the top seven, while they have also leaked 11 goals in their six games in the […]
Beth LindopJan 2, 2026, 08:30 AM ET Close Based in Liverpool, Beth Lindop is ESPN’s Liverpool correspondent and also covers the WSL and UWCL. Arne Slot has described Liverpool‘s season so far as a “constant battle” but believes their current fourth-placed position is a fair reflection of their campaign to date. The Premier League champions […]
Paris FC’s new home will be across the street from Paris Saint-Germain’s Parc des Princes. GERARD JULIEN/AFP Reigning Ligue 1 champions Paris Saint-Germain got some new next-door neighbors in the summer, when uber-trendy Paris FC moved into the Stade Jean-Bouin, situated almost literally on the doorstep of the Parc des Princes. Stade Jean-Bouin is the home […]
Jeff CarlisleJan 2, 2026, 07:18 AM ET Close Jeff Carlisle covers MLS and the U.S. national team for ESPN FC. The conclusion of the 2025 MLS season heralded the end of a banner year for several U.S. men’s national team players performing domestically. Columbus Crew defender Max Arfsten, Orlando City defender Alex Freeman, New York […]
AC Milan have announced the loan signing of striker Niclas Füllkrug from West Ham United until the end of the season. The Serie A club have the option to make the deal permanent in the summer. The move brings an end to a disappointing 18 month spell in east London for the German international. Signed […]
Santos have indicated that Neymar will be with the club until the end of the year. Neymar’s previous deal expired on Dec. 31, 2025, but the Brazilian forward, who helped Santos defend their top-flight status, has agreed to a new contract which should be announced soon. Neymar, 33, had reportedly been set to sign a […]