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The Reds have rewarded the Dutch midfielder with a bumper new deal.
James Cormack|
Despite one sweary comment, it was a largely positive reaction to Wrexham’s FA Cup exit.
Grey Whitebloom|
Sergiño Dest will face a tight timeline to play in the USMNT’s March friendlies against Belgium and Portugal.
Ben Steiner|
Manchester United look to have produced another academy gem.
Jamie Spencer|
Elliot Anderson, Sandro Tonali, Eduardo Camavinga, Bernardo Silva and many more feature in the gossip.
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Matchday 3 of the 2026 season saw 39 goals fly in—but three defenses are yet to be breached.
Ben Steiner|
The former Bundesliga striker has changed the outlook for the San Jose Earthquakes.
Ben Steiner|
The 2025 MLS Cup runner-up picked up a 4–1 win over the Portland Timbers to start the 2026 Cascadia Cup.
Ben Steiner|
Ben Steiner|
The Argentine soccer star was the highest-paid player in the MLS last season.
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PREMIER LEAGUE


Haaland missed Manchester City’s FA Cup victory over Newcastle United which took place just four days ahead of the Champions League tie in Spain.
Grey Whitebloom|
Liverpool travel to face Galatasaray in the Champions League on Tuesday without one of their key starters.
Grey Whitebloom|
The Red Devils have drawn up a long list of potential targets.
Tom Gott|
The Gunners could require a big sale to help balance the books this summer.
James Cormack|
The Reds have plenty of work to do on the contracts front in 2026.
James Cormack|

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Aitana Bonmatí has cemented her legacy as one of the best women’s players ever.
Álvaro Arbeloa is expected to be without at least seven players for Wednesday’s contest.
Amanda Langell|
Arbeloa took a leaf out of José Mourinho’s playbook with a cryptic comment supposedly aimed at some of his players.
Grey Whitebloom|
Xavi Hernández’s sensational claims about a “done deal” for Lionel Messi’s return have inspired a scathing response from Laporta.
Grey Whitebloom|
Real Madrid kits—especially their iconic white home strips—are among the most instantly recognizable in world soccer.
Barnaby Lane|
A number of modern day greats have flourished cutting in from the right flank.
SI FC Staff|

WOMEN’S SOCCER


Emma Hayes’ team won three friendlies this past week, but which players solidified their spot for the next World Cup roster?
Theo Lloyd-Hughes|
An unspectacular yet composed performance pleased manager Emma Hayes and showcased some intriguing midfield selections.
Theo Lloyd-Hughes|
The USWNT star is hoping to take the younger generation under her wing, just like the veterans of old did for her both on the club and international stage.
Jenna Tonelli|
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|
The league’s 16 clubs have revealed their uniforms for the upcoming season, with each team debuting at least one new kit.
Jenna Tonelli|

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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