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!

Janusz Michallik, a former professional soccer player and ESPN FC analyst, along with fellow analyst Mario Melchiot and European football expert Jules Laurens, dive into the thrilling prospects of the Inter-Barcelona showdown for the UEFA Champions League Final. They discuss Trent Alexander-Arnold's potential move to Real Madrid and the future of Leroy Sané at Bayern Munich. The trio also reflects on the emotional journeys of players, the tactical challenges facing Barcelona, and the unpredictable nature of the ongoing league season.

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.

In this discussion, Julien Laurens, ESPN FC commentator; Stevie Nicol, former player turned commentator; and Mario Melchiot, a former Chelsea star, dive into Aston Villa's shocking 2-0 defeat to Manchester United that cost them a Champions League spot. They analyze the psychological pressures in high-stakes matches and the impact of refereeing on outcomes. The trio also discusses Jack Grealish's uncertain future at Manchester City and Cristiano Ronaldo's cryptic Instagram message, hinting at potential career changes.