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With no official blueprint of what good looks like, there’s a mix of strategies implemented in the January market. But distinct patterns suggest there’s a number of desired outcomes that extend beyond simply winning.

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Some late shopping in the January window will put the Boxing Day sales to shame.

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The plan is to capture the Inter Miami megastar in 2027.

Yet another star once huge in Europe could be on his way to play in the United States.

The Gunners found themselves in sudden need of a replacement for the injured Mikel Merino.

Guardiola also had a message for his own club after Manchester City spent £84 million on two new players during the January transfer window.

PREMIER LEAGUE

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Kai Havertz haunted his former club to send Arsenal to the Carabao Cup final.

Blockbuster signings were in short supply in the Premier League this winter.

Hugo Ekitiké has been a ray of sunshine for Liverpool during some dark times this season.

Spending was down in the Premier League compared to last January.

The Spaniard’s foot injury could prove to be a big blow to Arsenal’s title charge.

LA LIGA

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Los Blancos will be without the 22-year-old for at least one month.

Barcelona are the current Copa del Rey holders.

Albacete are aiming to stage their second major upset of this season’s Copa del Rey.

The Brazil international did not feature in the second half against Elche on Saturday.

Barça face Real Madrid slayers Albacete in the Copa del Rey quarterfinals.

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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.

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The fight for the Concacaf Champions Cup kicks off with 11 matches in the first round.

Son Heung-min’s partner-in-crime at LAFC has been the subject of intense transfer speculation.

Obed Vargas is reportedly in talks with La Liga giants after early-career success with Seattle Sounders FC.

The Vancouver Whitecaps situation in their market has reached concerning levels ahead of the 2026 season.

There are nine MLS teams participating in the 27-club competition.

WOMEN’S SOCCER

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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?

The assistant captain of Stanford’s women’s soccer team Sammy Smith is a dual-sport star heading to Italy in February.

In its first match of 2026, the U.S. grew into a game that showed rust and quality in almost equal measure.

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.

Everything you need to know about the tournament, including the clubs competing, the match schedule and more.

THE BEST PLAYERS IN THE WORLD

Quality distribution and composure on the ball is now as important as shot-stopping ability.

The role has been redefined over the years as players look to invert and push into midfield.

The world's best strikers must find a way to get past some outstanding centre backs.

The role of the modern left back is ever-evolving—and these players represent the very best in the world currently.

Supremely talented anchors and deep-lying playmakers often hold the key to success.

Some players make the most difficult position to play look easy.

The great finishers often rely on the brilliance of those operating just behind the forward line.

A number of modern day greats have flourished cutting in from the right flank.

Some of the world's elite players operate on the left, terrorising full backs both inside and out.

The role of the modern day striker varies hugely depending on a team's style of play.

THE BEST EVER

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