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Gameweek 28 is bookended by derbies in the Midlands and London.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
The Red Devils have gone through a huge sum without finding their long-term manager.
Tom Gott|
Things took an unexpected turn as chaos reigned supreme.
Ben Steiner|
The future Manchester City youngster continues to amaze.
Ben Steiner|
Mason Mount, Enzo Fernández, Yan Diomande and Federico Valverde all feature in the gossip.
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The Florida derby and first all-Canadian clash highlight the second week of MLS.
Ben Steiner|
Lionel Messi did not attend the ceremony to receive the presidential medal of freedom in 2024.
Ben Steiner|
The start of the 2026 season did not go as planned for MLS Cup holders Inter Miami.
Ben Steiner|
Cristiano Ronaldo, Antoine Griezmann, Kobbie Mainoo and Gabriel all feature in the gossip.
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Moving away from MLS Season Pass is so far proving extremely fruitful for the league.
Amanda Langell|

PREMIER LEAGUE


Arsenal are hunting an unprecedented feat this season.
Jamie Spencer|
The Argentine boss is confident in the USMNT’s ability to have a historic 2026 World Cup campaign.
Roberto Casillas|
The Red Devils had to make do without the man known as ‘Licha’ against Everton.
Jamie Spencer|
After such an expensive 2025, Liverpool’s 2026 summer window could be even more significant.
Tom Gott|
Man City will once again face Real Madrid in the Champions League.
Tom Gott|

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Kylian Mbappé has scored not far short of half of Real Madrid’s goals this season.
Jamie Spencer|
It’s no secret that Barcelona are looking to reinforce their attack ahead of the 2026–27 season.
Roberto Casillas|
Real Madrid’s slip-up against Osasuna has put Barcelona back in pole position at the top of La Liga.
James Cormack|
Ewan Ross-Murray|
The infirmary continues to be a revolving door for the defending Spanish champions.
Amanda Langell|

WOMEN’S SOCCER


After a 20 year career in Italy, Girelli becomes the fourth Italian player in the past year to leave Serie A Women for a sojourn to the NWSL.
Jenna Tonelli|
Emma Hayes has called up her strongest possible squad ahead of matches against Argentina, Canada and Colombia.
Theo Lloyd-Hughes|
The U.S. women’s national team opened 2026 with a pair of big wins over South American opponents, but which players impressed most under Emma Hayes?
Theo Lloyd-Hughes|
The assistant captain of Stanford’s women’s soccer team Sammy Smith is a dual-sport star heading to Italy in February.
Ben Steiner|
In its first match of 2026, the U.S. grew into a game that showed rust and quality in almost equal measure.
Theo Lloyd-Hughes|

TRANSFER NEWS


THE BEST PLAYERS IN THE WORLD


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