UCL talking points: Matchday 8's must-see games, Man City's slump, more

What's at stake on the final matchday? Is it time to rule a line through Man City? ESPN's experts answer all the burning questions from the Champions League's penultimate group matches.

Read more 22 Januar2026, 04:08

Szoboszlai: 'I did my homework' on trick free kick

Dominik Szoboszlai said he did his "homework" paid off on his trick free kick that gave Liverpool the lead in a 3-0 win at Marseille in the Champions League on Wednesday.

Read more 22 Januar2026, 03:57

Barça win, but injury for Pedri 'not good news'

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said it's "not good news" after losing Pedri to a hamstring injury in Wednesday's 4-2 Champions League win away at Slavia Prague.

Read more 22 Januar2026, 03:57

Madrid tops Money League as teams clear $12B

Real Madrid topped the latest Deloitte Football Money League rankings, generating a record €1.2 billion ($1.4 billion) in revenue, with the top 20 teams represented clearing €12.4 billion ($14.5 billion) when combined, also a record.

Read more 22 Januar2026, 03:57

Kane scores 2, misses pen as Bayern make last 16

Harry Kane scored twice as 10-man Bayern Munich sealed their place in the Champions League round of 16 with a 2-0 win against Union Saint-Gilloise.

Read more 22 Januar2026, 03:57

Man City players to refund fans after Bodø loss

Manchester City's captains have announced they will refund the cost of tickets for nearly 400 supporters.

Read more 22 Januar2026, 03:57

Hayes: Returning Rodman ready for 'next steps'

USWNT coach Emma Hayes said Trinity Rodman is ready to shoulder more responsibility and take the "next steps" in her career as she returns to the national team.

Read more 22 Januar2026, 03:57

Sources: Mateta tells Palace he wants to leave

France forward Jean-Philippe Mateta has told Crystal Palace he wants to leave the club, sources confirmed to ESPN.

Read more 22 Januar2026, 03:57

Algeria's Zidane gets 2-game ban; can play WC

Algeria goalkeeper Luca Zidane was banned for two games Wednesday for on-field clashes after his team's exit from the Africa Cup of Nations, but he should not miss facing Lionel Messi and Argentina at the World Cup.

Read more 22 Januar2026, 03:57

✍️ Men's transfer grades: Rating the biggest deals

The 2026 winter transfer window is now open. Here is how we rated the biggest deals.

Read more 22 Januar2026, 03:57

How to reach the Champions League knockouts: Can Chelsea, Barça avoid the playoff round?

We're less than a week away from knowing which 24 teams advance from the league phase. Here's what's at stake with only one matchweek to go.

Read more 22 Januar2026, 02:51

If Liverpool want to be successful this season, all roads lead through Szoboszlai

Liverpool cruised to a convincing 3-0 victory over Marseille, aided by an excellent performance from Dominik Szoboszlai.

Read more 22 Januar2026, 02:51

Szoboszlai: 'I did my homework' on trick free kick

Dominik Szoboszlai said he did his "homework" paid off on his trick free kick that gave Liverpool the lead in a 3-0 win at Marseille in the Champions League on Wednesday.

Read more 22 Januar2026, 02:05

Barça win, but injury for Pedri 'not good news'

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said it's "not good news" after losing Pedri to a hamstring injury in Wednesday's 4-2 Champions League win away at Slavia Prague.

Read more 22 Januar2026, 02:05

Man City players to refund fans after Bodø loss

Manchester City's captains have announced they will refund the cost of tickets for nearly 400 supporters.

Read more 22 Januar2026, 02:05

Hayes: Returning Rodman ready for 'next steps'

USWNT coach Emma Hayes said Trinity Rodman is ready to shoulder more responsibility and take the "next steps" in her career as she returns to the national team.

Read more 22 Januar2026, 02:05

Sources: Mateta tells Palace he wants to leave

France forward Jean-Philippe Mateta has told Crystal Palace he wants to leave the club, sources confirmed to ESPN.

Read more 22 Januar2026, 02:05

Ronaldo scores 960th career goal in Al Nassr win

Cristiano Ronaldo scored the 960th goal of his professional career on Wednesday to help title-chasing Al Nassr to a crucial win in the Saudi Pro League.

Read more 22 Januar2026, 02:05

Algeria's Zidane gets 2-game ban; can play WC

Algeria goalkeeper Luca Zidane was banned for two games Wednesday for on-field clashes after his team's exit from the Africa Cup of Nations, but he should not miss facing Lionel Messi and Argentina at the World Cup.

Read more 22 Januar2026, 02:05

✍️ Men's transfer grades: Rating the biggest deals

The 2026 winter transfer window is now open. Here is how we rated the biggest deals.

Read more 22 Januar2026, 02:05

Kane scores 2, misses pen as Bayern make last 16

Harry Kane scored twice as 10-man Bayern Munich sealed their place in the Champions League round of 16 with a 2-0 win against Union Saint-Gilloise.

Read more 22 Januar2026, 02:05

How to reach the Champions League knockouts: Can Chelsea, Barça avoid the playoff round?

We're less than a week away from knowing which 24 teams advance from the league phase. Here's what's at stake with only one matchweek to go.

Read more 22 Januar2026, 02:04

Champions League as it happened: Liverpool cruise to win over Marseille

Look back at Wednesday's UEFA Champions League action.

Read more 22 Januar2026, 02:04

Barça win, but injury for Pedri 'not good news'

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said it's "not good news" after losing Pedri to a hamstring injury in Wednesday's 4-2 Champions League win away at Slavia Prague.

Read more 22 Januar2026, 01:40

Man City players to refund fans after Bodø loss

Manchester City's captains have announced they will refund the cost of tickets for nearly 400 supporters.

Read more 22 Januar2026, 01:40