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Man Utd are reportedly on the verge of a midfield exodus in 2026.
Grey Whitebloom|
Maresca Chelsea future has been mired in uncertainty by his own recent comments.
Grey Whitebloom|
Arsenal’s fitness issues have been pronounced recently but Man Utd have been dealing with a £150 million injury problem over the past five years.
Grey Whitebloom|
Arsenal are seeking to end a generation of pain and disappointment.
Jamie Spencer|
Until coming off last weekend, Szoboszlai had not missed a minute in the Premier League this season.
Jamie Spencer|
The Uruguay international has not featured for the defending Spanish champions since Nov. 25.
Amanda Langell|
Individually, Raphinha has twice been ranked 2025’s fifth best player in the world.
Jamie Spencer|
The Frenchman could make Real Madrid history in their final game of 2025.
Roberto Casillas|
Los Blancos finished as the Copa del Rey runners-up last season.
Amanda Langell|
The Pole is a regular goal-getter for Barcelona but his contract is winding down.
Toby Cudworth|
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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.
Luis Suárez is Inter Miami’s second all-time top goalscorer.
Roberto Casillas|
The USMNT representatives got votes in the Best Player, Coach and Goalkeeper categories.
Jamie Spencer|
Manuel Ugarte, Ibrahima Konaté, Antoine Semenyo and Marc Guéhi all feature in the gossip.
SI FC Staff|
The Uruguayan’s contract with the Herons expires at the end of this year.
Amanda Langell|
Mohamed Salah, Daniel Muñoz, Adam Wharton and Antoine Griezmann all feature in today’s gossip.
Tom Gott|

WOMEN’S SOCCER


Everything you need to know about the standoff between the Washington Spirit and the NWSL surrounding the USWNT superstar.
Theo Lloyd-Hughes|
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|
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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 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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