De Bruyne wants trophies, not accolades

Kevin De Bruyne doesn't want personal honours unless he's winning trophies. The Manchester City star spoke exclusively with ESPN FC about the Premier League's race for silverware, the World Cup and much more. Read &#187
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Trending: Crowd incident mars Everton game; Giroud hits stunning winner

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Transfer Rater: Ben Woodburn to Barcelona, Radja Nainggolan to Chelsea

Things change in the blink of an eye in football. <a
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The storylines that will make Decision Day one of MLS' most memorable

When MLS kicked off in March, there were a plenty of uncertainties. The defending champion Seattle Sounders would need to find a way to
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Man United's Rashford fit, Ibrahimovic may be back by end of year - Mourinho

MANCHESTER -- Jose Mourinho thinks Zlatan Ibrahimovic could be ready to make his Manchester United return before the end of the year, while
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Manchester United title contenders for first time in four years - Gary Neville

Manchester United look like Premier League title challengers for the first time since Sir Alex Ferguson retired, former United defender Gary
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Jose Mourinho 'delighted' as Scott McTominay signs new contract

Scott McTominay has signed a new and improved contract with Manchester United to stay at the club until at least 2021.
The
Source: http://www.espnfc.com/story/3236094/jose-mourinho-delighted-as-scott-mctominay-signs-new-man-united-contract

Jurgen Klopp unsure if Liverpool's Sadio Mane will make WC playoffs

LIVERPOOL -- Jurgen Klopp has said "nobody knows" whether injured forward Sadio Mane will return to action earlier than expected after being
Source: http://www.espnfc.com/liverpool/story/3236047/jurgen-klopp-unsure-if-liverpools-sadio-mane-will-make-world-cup-playoffs

Chelsea boss Antonio Conte dismisses reports of player discontent

LONDON -- Antonio Conte responded to suggestions of player unrest at his training methods by insisting that Chelsea are working "70 percent
Source: http://www.espnfc.com/chelsea/story/3236077/chelsea-boss-antonio-conte-dismisses-reports-of-player-discontent

Arsenal's Jack Wilshere enjoying understanding with Olivier Giroud

Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere has hailed his understanding with striker Olivier Giroud after the pair conjured up a memorable goal at Red
Source: http://www.espnfc.com/arsenal/story/3235921/arsenals-jack-wilshere-enjoying-understanding-with-olivier-giroud

Sir Alex Ferguson thought Class of '92 were 'off their heads' to buy Salford

SALFORD, England -- Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson says he thought the Class of '92 were "off their heads" when they
Source: http://www.espnfc.com/manchester-united/story/3235566/sir-alex-ferguson-says-he-thought-the-class-of-92-were-off-their-heads-when-they-bought-salford-city

Kylian Mbappe wanted to join Barcelona in the summer - agent

Agent Josep Maria Minguella has claimed Kylian Mbappe wanted to move to Barcelona from Monaco in the summer and that he tried to facilitate
Source: http://www.espnfc.com/story/3236030/kylian-mbappe-wanted-to-join-barcelona-in-the-summer-agent

Mawson, Daniels become first English Prem players to join Common Goal

Alfie Mawson and Charlie Daniels have become the first two English players in
Source: http://www.espnfc.com/english-premier-league/story/3235792/alfie-mawson-charlie-daniels-become-first-english-premier-league-players-to-join-common-goal

Aluko praised for 'commitment to truth' as goalkeeping coach probed

Eni Aluko has been praised by Women in Football for her "immense courage" and "commitment to unearthing the truth" as England Women's
Source: http://www.espnfc.com/england/story/3235896/aluko-praised-for-commitment-to-truth-as-goalkeeping-coach-investigated

No timeline on Vincent Kompany return from injury - Pep Guardiola

Kevin De Bruyne says he's more interested in winning trophies with Manchester City than chasing after personal accolades.

        Kevin De Bruyne tells ESPN that for the moment the Manchester clubs are ahead in the title race but it's too early to count the others out. MANCHESTER -- Pep Guardiola does not know when Vincent Kompany will be back fit, with the Manchester City captain definitely ruled out of Saturday's game against Burnley on Saturday.

The defender played City's first three matches of the season but has not played since picking up a calf strain playing in a World Cup qualifier for Belgium on Aug. 31.
Kompany, 31, has been troubled by persistent muscle injuries in the past few seasons, but Guardiola had hoped he would make a quick return from his latest...
Source: http://www.espnfc.com/manchester-city/story/3236074/no-timeline-on-vincent-kompany-return-from-injury-pep-guardiola

Idris Elba to host The Best FIFA Football Awards ceremony in London

As FIFA announce the three candidates for awards including best player and best manger, see who's being tipped for success.

        Craig Burley sounds off on the absurdity of individual awards after the shortlist for Best FIFA Men's Player was revealed.

Hollywood actor Idris Elba will present The Best FIFA Football Awards ceremony in London on Monday, world football's governing body has announced.
Elba, who played Nelson Mandela in the 2013 film "Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom" and won a Golden Globe in 2012 for his titular role in the TV detective show "Luther," will host the ceremony at the London Palladium.
The 44-year-old Arsenal fan, who was born in London, will be joined by ESPN presenter Layla Anna-Lee and British band Kasabian will perform...
Source: http://www.espnfc.com/blog/fifa/243/post/3236119/idris-elba-to-host-the-best-fifa-football-awards-ceremony-in-london

Stipe Plazibat maintains Home United title chances

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        As Albirex Niigata pull away in the S.League, Jason Dasey and John Wilkinson evaluate the battle for second place. 
            
        Jason Dasey and John Wilkinson mull over the implications should the S.League take a one-year break in 2018. Home United kept up their faint hopes of catching Albirex Niigata (S) in the S.League title race after defeating Balestier Khalsa 2-0 in Friday night's televised game at Jalan Besar Stadium.

A quick-fire Stipe Plazibat double in the first half was enough for the Protectors to cut the gap between them and Albirex to 10 points, with still two games in hand.
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Liverpool hope history on their side to extend streak against Tottenham

Jurgen Klopp revels in Liverpool's seven-goal output at Maribor, a club record for a European away match.

        Relive the best moments from all of Tuesday's action during Matchday 3 of the UEFA Champions League.

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Under Jurgen Klopp, their record against the best sides is usually excellent, yet there has been a slight dip recently after a 5-0 defeat at Manchester City and a drab 0-0 draw with United.
Attempts to explain away this...
Source: http://www.espnfc.com/club/liverpool/364/blog/post/3236081/liverpool-hope-history-on-their-side-to-extend-streak-against-tottenham-hotspur