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Xabi Alonso asks for patience as he begins Chelsea reign

Xabi Alonso has asked for patience as his new coaching era at the helm of Chelsea kicks off in Sydney this week.

Jul 27, 2026 · ESPN

Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool, PSG to open Barcola talks

Paris Saint-Germain are set to open talks with Liverpool over Bradley Barcola's potential transfer to Anfield Transfer Talk has the latest.

Jul 27, 2026 · ESPN

Xabi Alonso backs Morgan Rogers for 'instant impact' at Chelsea

Xabi Alonso believes Morgan Rogers can hit the ground running with Chelsea after his record move from Aston Villa.

Jul 27, 2026 · ESPN

Real Madrid set to sign Yan Diomande in €135m deal

Real Madrid expect to complete a deal to sign Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig in the coming hours, sources have told ESPN.

Jul 27, 2026 · ESPN

Did World Cup help or hinder your Premier League team? How tournament affected each club

Here's how every Premier League club was impacted by their players at the World Cup.

Jul 27, 2026 · ESPN

Premier League preseason friendlies 2026-27: Fixtures, UK kick-off times and summer tour schedule

Premier League clubs have confirmed their preseason schedules ahead of the new campaign, with the 2026-27 season kicking off on Aug. 21.

Jul 27, 2026 · ESPN

FIFA's Gianni Infantino slams World Cup critics for 'spreading hate'

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has launched a scathing attack on critics of the 2026 World Cup, accusing them of being "consumed by hate" and saying they should "reflect, meditate, pray, or watch a football match."

Jul 27, 2026 · ESPN

Premier League 2026 summer transfers: All confirmed ins, outs for every club

Here's every Premier League in and out before the 2026-27 season begins.

Jul 27, 2026 · ESPN

The players who played no minutes at the World Cup -- who were the unlucky few?

The World Cup was a time to remember for most, for a handful of players though, their time at the tournament was merely sitting in the best seats in the house.

Jul 27, 2026 · ESPN

ESPN's pick of preseason friendlies -- when are the biggest ties of the summer?

With the World Cup over and the Premier League returning in a month, teams are back in preseason action soon, but who are they playing and when?

Jul 27, 2026 · ESPN