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ESPN FIFA adjusts transfer rules for Club World Cup

FIFA has agreed on interim transfer rules aiming to help players change teams and go to the Club World Cup in the United States next June-July.

ESPN Ratcliffe: Ten Hag's United future 'not my call'

Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has refused to give assurances to under-fire manager Erik ten Hag while insisting a decision on the Dutchman's future is out of his hands.

ESPN Martino: Miami deserves Club World Cup invite

Inter Miami coach Gerardo Martino confirmed FIFA has not selected the additional MLS participant for the 2025 Club World Cup yet, but insists the Herons now possess the "football fundamentals" to earn a spot in the tournament.

ESPN Paolo Maldini's son, Daniel, gets 1st Italy call-up

Daniel Maldini was called up by Italy coach Luciano Spalletti on Friday for Nations League matches and could follow in the footsteps of his father Paolo and grandfather Cesare, both former Italy captains.

ESPN Sources: Lauren Holiday in line for Courage role

Former World Cup champion Lauren Holiday is expected to play "a very active role" with the North Carolina Courage, should the sale of the team to Marc Lasry's Avenue Capital Group be finalized, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Maguire throws Ten Hag a late lifeline by rescuing Manchester United in Porto

Porto took advantage of Man United's ongoing defensive frailty, but Harry Maguire's stoppage-time equaliser likely saved Erik ten Hag's job -- for now.

ESPN As NASCAR comes together for Helene aid, notable teams sue the series

While the NASCAR community is coming together to help its neighbors affected by Hurricane Helene, two teams felt the time was right to sue the series.

ESPN 'I feel like I already won': How Aces' Plum has persevered through tough season

Las Vegas trails 2-0 in the WNBA semifinals. But whatever the outcome of this season, the Aces guard said she is glad she has battled through it.

ESPN A'ja Wilson is done people-pleasing

The three-time MVP talks about her historic season and the growth of the WNBA in an exclusive interview.

ESPN Suárez says Bielsa causing divide within Uruguay

Luis Suárez detailed the rigorous training protocols and team conducts established by coach Marcelo Bielsa upon his arrival at the Uruguay national team.

ESPN Fenerbahce's Jose Mourinho: I was a 's--- player'

Fenerbahce coach Jose Mourinho gave a frank assessment of his playing career when asked about the performance of one of his defenders.

ESPN NFL will not mediate in Tua's potential return

As NFL officials touted a record low of preseason concussions Friday, they pledged that the league won't impose an outcome for its most notable concussion patient.

ESPN Colts scratch RB Taylor, unsure on Richardson

The Colts are dealing with a number of injuries ahead of Sunday's game against the Jaguars, as RB Jonathan Taylor (ankle) has been ruled out and quarterback Anthony Richardson's status is unclear.

ESPN Sources: LeBron out of Lakers' preseason opener

LeBron James will not play in the Lakers' preseason debut Friday against the Timberwolves, sources told ESPN. James, 39, will be held out for rest but is expected to play in L.A.'s second game Sunday at Acrisure Arena against the Suns.