MLS action has been in full swing, and with that comes ESPN’s Power Rankings. These rankings are carefully crafted using a mix of key season statistics, recent performance, computer ratings, and expert observations. Let’s take a closer look at some of the top-performing teams after Matchday 5. Despite suffering their first loss of the season,
Wales right-back Connor Roberts believes he holds the key to success in the upcoming playoff final against Poland – his mustache. Roberts has never lost a game at the club level while sporting a mustache, with his unbeaten run dating back to last season with Burnley. Now on loan at Leeds, Roberts is hoping his
Former Brazil footballer Dani Alves is set to be released from prison after making the required €1 million bail payment as he awaits the result of an appeal to his rape conviction. Alves was handed a 4½ year prison sentence after being found guilty of sexually assaulting a woman in a Barcelona nightclub in 2022
Iceland striker Albert Gudmundsson has been making waves at Genoa in Serie A, scoring an impressive 10 goals this season. His standout performance includes a hat trick in the European Championship play-offs, where Iceland defeated Israel 4-1. This has drawn attention from top clubs across Europe, including Premier League giants. Juventus and Inter Milan are
Ryan Giggs, a Manchester United legend, has been a prominent figure in English football history. With a remarkable 13 Premier League winners’ medals under his belt, Giggs has left an indelible mark on the sport. His longevity and success in the Premier League have solidified his status as one of the all-time greats in the
Austria made headlines in a friendly match against Slovakia with Christoph Baumgartner scoring a lightning-fast goal just six seconds from the kickoff. This impressive start set the tone for the rest of the game, with Austria eventually securing a 2-0 victory. Baumgartner’s goal now holds the record as the fastest goal ever scored by the
Monza’s goalkeeper, Michele Di Gregorio, has been a standout performer this season in Serie A. Despite not being a high-profile name, Di Gregorio has made an impressive 93 saves with a save success rate of 75.2%. Additionally, he has kept 11 clean sheets, making him one of the most active goalkeepers in Europe. Jeremie Frimpong
Manchester City’s right-back, Kyle Walker, suffered an injury blow during England’s friendly against Brazil, which could have implications for City’s upcoming clash with Arsenal. Walker was substituted in the first half of the game at Wembley after appearing to injure his hamstring. This injury comes at a crucial time for City, who are in the
England’s recent defeat to Brazil has raised questions about their ability to consistently perform against top-tier nations. Despite Gareth Southgate’s efforts to reshape the team and reconnect with the fanbase, England still struggle to deliver against elite sides. This defeat highlights the ongoing concerns surrounding the team’s performance when faced with strong opposition. One of
England striker Harry Kane is set to return to Bayern Munich to further his recovery from an ankle injury, as confirmed by Gareth Southgate. Kane will not be participating in the upcoming match against Belgium at Wembley. Kane joined the England squad after sustaining an ankle injury during Bayern’s recent match against Darmstadt. Despite his