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Chelsea’s creative talisman is ready to return to Enzo Maresca’s starting XI.
James Cormack|
Mikel Arteta will be desperate to have William Saliba and Declan Rice fit for the trip to Villa Park.
James Cormack|
Liverpool stumbled against newly promoted opposition midweek.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
Chelsea were thrashed by long-time rivals Leeds United at Elland Road.
Jamie Spencer|
Scholes delivered an expletive response to Amorim’s answers after Man Utd’s 1–1 draw with West Ham.
SI FC Staff|
Real Madrid’s summer recruit provided a rough timeline for his recovery.
Jamie Spencer|
There has been a major update regarding Vinicius Jr. and Xabi Alonso reported by the Spanish press.
Grey Whitebloom|
Vinicius Junior, Rodrygo, Conor Gallagher and Iñigo Martínez all feature in today’s gossip.
SI FC Staff|
The summer window’s blockbuster recruit has been extremely unfortunate with injuries since his arrival.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
Tom Gott|
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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.
Former Germany teammate Mario Götze will be watching from afar as Thomas Müller chases the “most important thing.”
Ben Steiner|
Thomas Müller's Vancouver Whitecaps FC could be on the move if their stadium situation does not improve.
Ben Steiner|
The Argentine leads Inter Miami against Thomas Müller’s Vancouver Whitecaps in Saturday’s final.
Ben Steiner|
Inter Miami take on Vancouver Whitecaps FC on Saturday with MLS Cup on the line.
Ben Steiner|
Luis Suárez’s potential departure could open the door for a freshen up.
Tom Gott|

WOMEN’S SOCCER


With their new podcast ‘Mewis Squared,’ Sam and Kristie Mewis are looking to break through a saturated media landscape with a sisterly spin.
Jenna Tonelli|
The U.S. women’s national team closed 2025 with a pair of shutouts, but which players cemented their spots under Emma Hayes?
Theo Lloyd-Hughes|
Fresh off an NWSL title, the USWNT forward will be a guest on the Manning brothers’ popular Monday Night Football show when the Patriots face the Giants.
Jenna Tonelli|
The 11th edition of the Women’s World Cup will be staged in 2031.
James Cormack|
The latest projections are five years off the initial proposed completion of this expensive build.
Grey Whitebloom|
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TRANSFER NEWS


THE BEST PLAYERS IN THE WORLD


Quality distribution and composure on the ball is now as important as shot-stopping ability.
SI FC Staff|
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.
SI FC Staff|
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.
SI FC Staff|
The great finishers often rely on the brilliance of those operating just behind the forward line.
SI FC Staff|
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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