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Vinicius Junior and Carlo Ancelotti were among last year’s top winners.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
Marc Guéhi was very close to joining Liverpool during the summer transfer window.
Jamie Spencer|
There was also a side-swipe at some of his Man Utd teammates from the club captain.
Grey Whitebloom|
Arsenal’s improving defensive injury crisis has reared its head again.
Jamie Spencer|
Amorim highlighted an even more pressing issue than the question of back three or back four.
Grey Whitebloom|
Barcelona were automatically placed in the Copa del Rey round of 32.
Roberto Casillas|
PSG’s attempt to counter-sue Mbappé for €440 million was dismissed in its entirety.
Grey Whitebloom|
Barcelona’s journey towards a 33rd Copa Del Rey title begins on Tuesday night.
Roberto Casillas|
La Liga referees are once again under fire for decisions made in Los Blancos’ win over Alavés.
Amanda Langell|
There are an array of individual prizes on offer at the Best FIFA Football Awards ceremony.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
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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.
Lionel Messi’s newest teammate has experience of playing for Man Utd, Real Madrid and Tottenham.
Grey Whitebloom|
Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba’s retirements have opened things up.
Ben Steiner|
Only one MLS team has won the Concacaf Champions Cup in the last 20 years.
Roberto Casillas|
The 2025 MLS Goalkeeper of the Year and a two-time Defender of the Year are available in free agency.
Ben Steiner|
Vancouver Whitecaps remain the frontrunner in the Western Conference after their best season in club history.
Ben Steiner|

WOMEN’S SOCCER


Fans from across the globe had the chance to vote for the Best FIFA Football Awards.
Amanda Langell|
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|
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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.
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.
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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.
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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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