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Some late shopping in the January window will put the Boxing Day sales to shame.

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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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Bolstering at the back was Chelsea’s priority this winter.

The Red Dragons are making moves with the intent to secure a record-fourth consecutive promotion.

Both European giants are desperate for defensive rebuilds.

Son Heung-min’s partner-in-crime at LAFC has been the subject of intense transfer speculation.

PREMIER LEAGUE

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Bryan Mbeumo, Matheus Cunha and Amad Diallo have all been in great form, but Wayne Rooney is dishing out praise elsewhere.

Pep Guardiola made a similar point during a ragged reaction to Sunday’s 2–2 draw with Tottenham.

Ricardo Pepi has scored 11 goals for PSV Eindhoven this season.

Michael Carrick was left “disappointed” to be without Manchester United’s No. 7.

Arne Slot is dealing with a defensive crisis at right back.

LA LIGA

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The Brazil international did not feature in the second half against Elche on Saturday.

Barça face Real Madrid slayers Albacete in the Copa del Rey quarterfinals.

The England international suffered a hamstring injury in Real Madrid’s 2–1 win over Rayo Vallecano.

Clubs across Europe will be scrambling until the deadline to get deals over the line.

Obed Vargas is reportedly in talks with La Liga giants after early-career success with Seattle Sounders FC.

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

The Vancouver Whitecaps situation in their market has reached concerning levels ahead of the 2026 season.

There are nine MLS teams participating in the 27-club competition.

Inter Miami picked up a 2–1 win over Atlético Nacional in Colombia on Saturday.

The defending MLS Cup champions look for their first preseason win of 2026 after opening with a 3–0 loss to Alianza Lima.

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.