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The Norwegian captain has missed the last two games amid ongoing concerns.
Tom Gott|
The Herons gifted Trump a signed, bedazzled soccer ball and custom jersey.
Ben Steiner|
The veteran forward is out of contract in the summer.
Tom Gott|
The Portuguese’s dismissal was the ninth of an ill-disciplined Blues campaign.
Toby Cudworth|
Elliot Anderson, Raphinha, Kobbie Mainoo, Nico O’Reilly and more feature in today’s gossip.
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Messi has already turned down one visit to the White House under the previous regime.
Grey Whitebloom|
The actor behind Ted Lasso’s Dani Rojas could make his professional soccer debut in the coming weeks.
Roberto Casillas|
The Mexican striker left Liga MX for Inter Miami during the January transfer window.
Roberto Casillas|
Red Bull New York and Real Salt Lake have turned to youth at the start of the 2026 MLS season.
Ben Steiner|
Darwin Núñez, Elliot Anderson, Alexis Mac Allister and Michael Olise all feature in the gossip.
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Man Utd are set to receive some much-needed funds for the summer transfer window.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
The Red Devils made a switch between the sticks last summer—a move that has paid off handsomely.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
Spurs are sleepwalking their way to the Championship after a dreadful run of form.
James Cormack|
Ewan Ross-Murray|
Arsenal splashed the cash on some expensive additions last summer.
Ewan Ross-Murray|

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The La Liga leaders face a team they’ve beaten twice already this term.
Roberto Casillas|
The Spanish giants are scouring the market for defensive reinforcements.
Amanda Langell|
Before Los Blancos can look ahead to Man City, they first must face off with Celta Vigo.
Amanda Langell|
Soccer history would have been so different had the Welsh winger moved to Old Trafford.
Jamie Spencer|
Los Blancos are expected to be without at least eight players for their trip to Vigo.
Amanda Langell|

WOMEN’S SOCCER


An unspectacular yet composed performance pleased manager Emma Hayes and showcased some intriguing midfield selections.
Theo Lloyd-Hughes|
The USWNT star is hoping to take the younger generation under her wing, just like the veterans of old did for her both on the club and international stage.
Jenna Tonelli|
After a 20 year career in Italy, Girelli becomes the fourth Italian player in the past year to leave Serie A Women for a sojourn to the NWSL.
Jenna Tonelli|
Emma Hayes has called up her strongest possible squad ahead of matches against Argentina, Canada and Colombia.
Theo Lloyd-Hughes|
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?
Theo Lloyd-Hughes|

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Quality distribution and composure on the ball is now as important as shot-stopping ability.
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The role has been redefined over the years as players look to invert and push into midfield.
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The world's best strikers must find a way to get past some outstanding centre backs.
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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.
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A number of modern day greats have flourished cutting in from the right flank.
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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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