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The Reds are yet to taste victory in the Premier League this calendar year.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
Liverpool are back to square one after Marc Guéhi’s Man City move.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
Some of Liverpool’s best players of the Premier League era have arrived in winter.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
Manchester United have never been so low, while Arsenal and Liverpool are on the rise.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
A number of existing SPL stars are coming towards the end of their contract.
Jamie Spencer|
Those planning to run against Joan Laporta are not amused.
Tom Gott|
Álvaro Arbeloa has been put in charge following Xabi Alonso’s sacking—but how long that arrangement last remains to be seen.
Tom Gott|
Acquiring a big-name midfielder is at the top of Los Blancos’ priorities this summer.
Amanda Langell|
Vinicius Jr, Kylian Mbappé and Jude Bellingham all came to a different conclusion to Kroos.
Grey Whitebloom|
Hansi Flick’s initial reaction to Pedri’s injury was telling.
Grey Whitebloom|

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The Premier League has played hosts to some of the best soccer players ever seen.
Malik Tillman carries the hopes of the USMNT heading into the 2026 World Cup.
The Ballon d’Or has taken on a whole new meaning in modern times, making it arguably the most valuable individual award in sport.
Aitana Bonmatí has cemented her legacy as one of the best women’s players ever.
Inter Miami have enjoyed one of the most aggressive offseasons in MLS history.
Ben Steiner|
Michael Olise, Enzo Fernández, Anthony Gordon, Gianluigi Donnarumma, Dele Alli and many more feature in the gossip.
SI FC Staff|
One of the world’s most famous club competitions, invites have never been extended to MLS teams.
Ben Steiner|
Nearly one-third of MLS teams will have new faces on the touchline to start the 2026 season.
Ben Steiner|
The Illig family are set to sell their majority stake in Sporting Kansas City.
Ben Steiner|

WOMEN’S SOCCER


Everything you need to know about the tournament, including the clubs competing, the match schedule and more.
Theo Lloyd-Hughes|
With a short offseason punctuated by international travel, the reigning NWSL champions are prioritizing player health and safety while pursuing more hardware.
Jenna Tonelli|
The USWNT's January camp is always a strange affair, but manager Emma Hayes says that over a year of experimentation might be about to come to an end.
Theo Lloyd-Hughes|
Back and bigger than ever, here are some picks of the best matches to watch from the NWSL’s 248-game slate.
Theo Lloyd-Hughes|
The Los Angeles club acquired Sams via a trade with Orlando Pride in exchange for $650,000 intraleague transfer funds.
Jenna Tonelli|

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THE BEST PLAYERS IN THE WORLD


Quality distribution and composure on the ball is now as important as shot-stopping ability.
SI FC Staff|
The role has been redefined over the years as players look to invert and push into midfield.
SI FC Staff|
The world's best strikers must find a way to get past some outstanding centre backs.
SI FC Staff|
The role of the modern left back is ever-evolving—and these players represent the very best in the world currently.
SI FC Staff|
Supremely talented anchors and deep-lying playmakers often hold the key to success.
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Some players make the most difficult position to play look easy.
SI FC Staff|
The great finishers often rely on the brilliance of those operating just behind the forward line.
SI FC Staff|
A number of modern day greats have flourished cutting in from the right flank.
SI FC Staff|
Some of the world's elite players operate on the left, terrorising full backs both inside and out.
SI FC Staff|
The role of the modern day striker varies hugely depending on a team's style of play.
SI FC Staff|

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