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Eight players and four managers will battle it out for January’s prizes.

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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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One of Lionel Messi’s former clubs are not hiding their quest for a reunion.

Liverpool are planning for the future with the addition of Jérémy Jacquet.

The Spanish giants have yet to find an answer to their defensive crisis.

Real Madrid haven’t replaced either Toni Kroos or Luka Modrić in their midfield.

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Arne Slot sat down for a discussion with Liverpool sporting director Richard Hughes and FSG CEO Billy Hogan.

Manchester United have a storied history when it comes to developing young players.

The Jacquet arrangement suits Liverpool and Rennes for very different reasons.

The countdown is on for the end of the Brazilian’s Manchester United career.

Chelsea fell in the Carabao Cup semi-final without two of their top stars.

LA LIGA

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The newly renovated Camp Nou is expected to hold over 105,000 fans in the future.

The Barcelona goalkeeper had played just two games since joining Girona on loan.

Los Blancos cannot just sign the players they would ideally like to.

The best Club América player of the 2020s leaves the club after a historic era of success.

Vinicius Jr’s expiring Real Madrid contract has given rival suitors confidence to go public with their transfer plans.

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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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Is there one more blockbuster transfer left in the career of Cristiano Ronaldo?

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.

Sandro Tonali, Jude Bellingham, Enzo Fernández and Tyrell Malacia all feature in today’s gossip.

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

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.