Mario Melchiot

Mario Melchiot, an ex-Chelsea player, joins ESPN's crew members Steve Nicol, James Olley, and Hercules Gomez to discuss Chelsea's latest wins and struggles in the FIFA Club World Cup. They spotlight Liam DeLapp as a key striker and dissect the team's dynamics. The talk shifts to PSG's commanding performances and the challenging heat affecting Spanish teams. Additionally, the U.S. men's national team's Gold Cup victory over Trinidad is analyzed, focusing on player development and morale in the lead-up to future matches.

Gab Marcotti, a seasoned football journalist, joins former players Don Hutchison, Mario Melchiot, and Shaka Hislop to dive into Italy's recent 2-0 victory over Moldova. They discuss the curious case of manager Luciano Spalletti, who continues to lead despite being sacked. The panel critiques Italy's coaching woes and considers potential replacements. They also talk about Cristiano Ronaldo’s impact in the UEFA Nations League final and Rayan Ait-Nouri's transfer to Manchester City. Expect a mix of insights and humor as they cover the beautiful game!

Luis Garcia, a former Liverpool and Barcelona player, joins Frank Leboeuf, a Chelsea star and French international, and Mario Melchiot, a professional player, to celebrate PSG's historic Champions League victory. They highlight the stellar performances of Desire Doué and Ousmane Dembélé while discussing the emotional toll of post-victory pressures. The conversation also dives into Antoine Griezmann's surprising contract extension with Atlético Madrid, along with insights into goalkeeping futures at Barcelona and the challenges athletes face navigating fame and expectations.