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Southgate's blind loyalty to Kane proved England's undoing
Gareth Southgate continued selection of an unfit Harry Kane underscores his key failing as England manager: the reticence to act swiftly and decisively, like an elite coach would.
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Spain's identity and style, not star power, lifted them to Euro 2024 glory over England
This Spain team is very different from the one that romped to victory at Euro 2012, but it had a rock-solid identity and plan fostered by an unheralded manager who'd coached La Roja all the way up the ladder.
ESPN FC team critical of England approach
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Gareth Southgate won't discuss England future after Euro final defeat
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Could Spain dominate world football again after Euro 2024 win?
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Burley: Spain best team in tournament, deserved Euro title
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TOP HEADLINES
2024 Copa América
Player ratings: Martínez the hero as Argentina lifts Copa América
Lautaro Martínez struck in extra time to seal the 2024 Copa América for Argentina, adding yet another trophy to Leo Messi and Co.'s cabinet.
Gomez: Copa América pregame was an embarrassment
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Moreno: Argentina got better when Messi exited
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Hislop: Colombia's substitutions hurt them vs. Argentina
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Hard Rock Stadium gates breached by fans, delaying match start
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TRANSFER TALK
LIVE Transfer Talk: Arsenal battling to sign Euro 2024 winner Merino
Arsenal and Aston Villa are battling it out for the signature of Euro 2024 winner Mikel Merino. Transfer Talk is LIVE with the latest.
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Juls expects Leny Yoro to sign for Real Madrid, not Manchester United
Julien Laurens expects Real Madrid to sign Leny Yoro despite Lille already agreeing a fee with Manchester United.
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Football
Matildas' Olympics prep wraps up with a high dose of caution
With a swathe of players unavailable and the match consigned to "B" status, the Matildas' final pre-Olympic hit out -- a 2-1 loss to Canada -- was a strange one. So was it beneficial?
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COPA AMÉRICA BREAKOUT BOYS
Who were the breakout stars at the Copa América?
The 2024 Copa América saw numerous players make an impressions on scouts and fans alike. Who were some of the breakout stars?
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COPA AMÉRICA CONTROVERSY
Uruguay manager blasts Copa América organizers
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Will Copa América's pitch conditions affect the 2026 World Cup?
Players and coaches have slammed the pitch conditions in the U.S. for the Copa América.
TOURNAMENT REFLECTIONS
Euro 2024, Copa América Stock Watch: Who has impressed? Who struggled?
Euro 2024 and the Copa América are down to two teams each. Which players have impressed and which have struggled during both tournaments?
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Copa América best XI: Colombia outshine Argentina, Ecuador
We bring you the team of the 2024 Copa América tournament, highlighting young stars and more.
WOMEN'S FOOTBALL
Euro 2024 is almost over, but what's at stake for Euro 2025?
The men's European Championship is over for another edition, but qualifying for the women's event next year is just starting to hot up.
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USWNT won the 1999 World Cup and changed football forever
The 25th anniversary of the USWNT's victory in the 1999 Women's World Cup demonstrates how far women's soccer has come.
A-LEAGUE
Izzo, Arslan headline big day of A-League transfers
Melbourne Victory goalkeeper Paul Izzo has left the A-League Men club to take up a contract in Europe.
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Funding cuts and austerity: What's next for the 'right-sized' A-League?
Following the A-League's decision to slash funding to all clubs, Joey Lynch takes a look at what's next for the Australian top flight.
Top Headlines
- Southgate to discuss England future after loss
- Euro MVP Rodri: Spain deserves Ballon d'Or
- Colombia boss rues Copa security issue after loss
- Argentina edge Colombia to win record 16th Copa
- Müller retires from Germany duty with 131 caps
- Copa América final delayed after fans rush gates
- Yamal, 17, breaks Pelé's international final record
- Kane, Olmo among 6 Euro Golden Boot winners
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The Far Post Podcast
Join Angela Christian-Wilkes, Anna Harrington, Samantha Lewis and Marissa Lordanic as they dissect another big week in women's football.
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The story of Jean-Pierre and Bernardette Adams
When complications from routine knee surgery left PSG and France defender Jean-Pierre Adams in a coma in 1982, his wife Bernadette refused to let go.
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Barcelona's next golden generation
Amid a financial crisis, Barcelona's young players have rescued the team on several occasions times this season. But who are they?
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The battle to sign young American players
Americans are making an impression on the global game, and Europe's biggest clubs are now rivaling MLS for the country's most gifted young players.
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Battle of the Leagues: The final!
Who will be crowned champions of ESPN's Battle of the Leagues, presented by EA Sports FIFA 22? Will Ligue 1 or the Premier League reign supreme?
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Messi at Barcelona: The ultimate history
The unthinkable happened: Lionel Messi left Barcelona. But as this interactive timeline shows, he will be known as the club's greatest-ever player.
