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Initial optimism has quickly faded before Saturday’s meeting with West Ham United.
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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|
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.
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The Red Devils have won five out of six with Michael Carrick at the helm.
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The Blues have failed to win any of their three meetings with Arsenal this season.
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The Gunners are seeking two London derby triumphs on the spin.
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It’s time to go big on Liverpool assets following their fixture swing.
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Gameweek 28 is bookended by derbies in the Midlands and London.
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Cristiano Ronaldo, Antoine Griezmann, Kobbie Mainoo and Gabriel all feature in the gossip.
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The infirmary continues to be a revolving door for the defending Spanish champions.
Amanda Langell|
One of the best players ever is using his vast wealth to keep him in soccer.
Jamie Spencer|
Elliot Anderson, Thibaut Courtois, Vitinha and Julián Alvarez all feature in the gossip.
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Inter Miami stormed to 2025 MLS Cup victory—the question now is can any team stop an era of dominance.
The Premier League has played hosts to some of the best soccer players ever seen.
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.
Lionel Messi did not attend the ceremony to receive the presidential medal of freedom in 2024.
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The start of the 2026 season did not go as planned for MLS Cup holders Inter Miami.
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Moving away from MLS Season Pass is so far proving extremely fruitful for the league.
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Inter Miami did not sign their first choice striker to play alongside Lionel Messi in the summer.
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The Herons will start their journey towards a maiden Concacaf Champions League title in the round of 16.
Roberto Casillas|

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.
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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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