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The Gunners have secured the signature of their most influential player.
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The 2026 season will bring some fresh looks—some far better than others.
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PREMIER LEAGUE

The CItyzens are desperate to capitalise on Arsenal’s midweek slip-up.
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The Real Madrid defender wore special boots for the trip to Benfica on Tuesday night.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
There are at least two documented examples of Klopp rejected Man Utd.
Grey Whitebloom|
The Bundesliga star in question has already expressed a willingness to fulfil these wishes.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
Arsenal and Liverpool were both linked with the same in-form forward.
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LA LIGA

Real Madrid could have an in-house solution to a whole host of issues in this summer’s transfer window.
Grey Whitebloom|
UEFA already opened up an official review into the incident that occurred in Lisbon on Tuesday night.
Amanda Langell|
The Red Devils won’t allow any corners to be cut with Rashford this summer.
James Cormack|
There are set to be major repercussions after La Liga’s revelation.
Grey Whitebloom|
Real Madrid’s 1–0 win over Benfica on Tuesday was decided by Vinicius Jr’s goal and defined by the alleged abuse he received.
Grey Whitebloom|

MUST READS 🔥

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.

MLS

There is still uncertainty about how long the Liverpool legend will remain at Anfield.
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The fourth decade of MLS kicks off with a stacked roster of superstars.
Ben Steiner|
The 31st edition of MLS could be extremely competitive with a number of sides looking more than capable on paper.
Ben Steiner|
The winger’s disciplinary issues have seriously jeopardized his chances of making a third World Cup appearance.
Roberto Casillas|
Tracking every MLS club’s total outlay in cash this winter for incoming transfers.
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WOMEN’S SOCCER

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|
The U.S. women’s national team forward inked a new three-year contract with the Washington Spirit and is likely the first NWSL player to access new funds outside the salary cap.
Theo Lloyd-Hughes|

TRANSFER NEWS

A former Old Trafford star has had a quirky career after leaving England.
James Cormack|
Alexis Mac Allister, Morgan Rogers, Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Balde all feature in the gossip.
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Dominik Szoboslai and Alexis Mac Allister both have contracts with Liverpool until 2028.
Jamie Spencer|
The Liverpool star has been heavily linked with Real Madrid in recent days.
Grey Whitebloom|

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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THE BEST EVER

Lionel Messi, Pele, Cristiano Ronaldo and Diego Maradona headline the greatest soccer players of all time.
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