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The Blues may need a change of system after hiring the former Strasbourg manager.

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Last season’s top two go head-to-head on Thursday night.

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There’s just two wins to the Blues’ name since the November international break.

Pep Guardiola was wounded by Sunday’s result against Chelsea and fresh personnel issues.

The new Blues boss will not take charge immediately.

It’s become clear that Ruben Amorim remained popular with most of his Manchester United squad.

Liverpool are one of only two teams that has beaten Arsenal so far this season.

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Yamal missed Barcelona’s training session on the day before the Spanish Super Cup semifinal against Athletic Club.

A special but ultimately beneficial clause could remove the proposed amount altogether.

Real have a Madrid derby on Thursday before potentially taking on Barcelona in El Clásico on Sunday.

There have been plenty of impressive one-man hauls over the years.

The No. 7 has not found the back of the net for Los Blancos in his last 15 appearances.

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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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Several well-known MLS stars are still seeking a new club for 2026.

Wilfried Nancy sunk to new depths during a brief but ruinous spell at Celtic.

Ryan Gravenberch, Carlos Baleba, Bernardo Silva, Fermín López, Robert Lewandowski and more feature in the gossip.

The 28-year-old backstop is likely to start for Canada at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Puig was an MLS All-Star in 2023 and 2024 before missing the entire 2025 season.

WOMEN’S SOCCER

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From England’s Women’s Euro triumph to Arsenal’s stunning run in the Women’s Champions League, here are the biggest stories of the year.

SI FC crowns who did it best in the NWSL in 2025, from best goal to unsung hero and more.

One of the smallest markets in MLS could land a brand new franchise.

Everything you need to know about a major rule change in the NWSL and the NWSLPA’s opposition to its implementation.

As the NWSL offseason heats up, free agency season is upon us. From Sophia Wilson to Midge Purce, here are the best of the deals yet.

TRANSFER NEWS

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Premier League clubs flexed their financial muscles to spend over £3 billion on new talent.

A familiar face is reportedly headed back to Catalonia during the January transfer window.

Guéhi’s future has been thrown up in the air by a defensive injury crisis.

The Spanish giants are in desperate need of a deep-lying playmaker.

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.

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