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A last-gasp penalty was needed to decide the pair’s first meeting in September.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
A new dawn at Old Trafford kicks off in the most exciting way imaginable.
James Cormack|
The Manchester derby is the standout fixture of the upcoming round.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
Erling Haaland, Vinicius Junior, Enzo Fernández, Kobbie Mainoo and Julián Alvarez all feature in the gossip.
SI FC Staff|
The Spanish giants are exploring all options for the 2026–27 season.
Amanda Langell|
Los Blancos are gearing up for their first league match since Xabi Alonso’s departure.
Amanda Langell|
The German goalkeeper is on a mission to play for Germany at the 2026 World Cup.
Roberto Casillas|
The Spanish giants are looking for their first victory under new manager Álvaro Arbeloa.
Amanda Langell|
The German manager has equaled a mark most recently achieved by Luis Enrique and Pep Guardiola.
Roberto Casillas|
The Frenchman’s accelerated return may not have been wise.
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.
The former Mexico international rejoined the Houston Dynamo on a one-year contract for 2026
Ben Steiner|
Cristian Espinoza signed a deal with Nashville SC which could keep him in Tennessee through 2030.
Ben Steiner|
Inter Miami and the rest of MLS teams are building their rosters ahead of the 2025 season looking to dethrone the LA Galaxy.
Ben Steiner|
Inter Miami had been touted as Werner’s preferred destination.
Tom Gott|
The American midfielder’s contract with Juventus is set to expire at the end of the season.
Ben Steiner|

WOMEN’S SOCCER


Back and bigger than ever, here are some picks of the best matches to watch from the NWSL’s 248-game slate.
Theo Lloyd-Hughes|
The Los Angeles club acquired Sams via a trade with Orlando Pride in exchange for $650,000 intraleague transfer funds.
Jenna Tonelli|
Emma Hayes’s 26-player roster for the upcoming friendlies against Paraguay and Chile features players who play their club soccer in the U.S.
Theo Lloyd-Hughes|
The year ahead is packed with incredible soccer from around the globe, with two international continental tournaments and World Cup qualifiers for the USWNT.
Theo Lloyd-Hughes|
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.
Jenna Tonelli|

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.
SI FC Staff|
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.
SI FC Staff|
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.
SI FC Staff|
Some of the world's elite players operate on the left, terrorising full backs both inside and out.
SI FC Staff|
The role of the modern day striker varies hugely depending on a team's style of play.
SI FC Staff|

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