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Antoine Semenyo, Vinicius Junior, Joshua Zirkzee and Dayot Upamecano all feature in the gossip.
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Multiple Premier League clubs want to sign Bournemouth’s goalscoring winger.
Jamie Spencer|
Napoli became the 2025 Supercoppa Italiana champions after beating Bologna in Saudi Arabia.
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A £65 million release clause makes Antoine Semenyo an attractive January target.
Jamie Spencer|
Slot also teased a returning player from injury to help cover for Isak.
Grey Whitebloom|
Xabi Alonso had some telling comments regarding the boos for Vinicius Jr against Sevilla.
Grey Whitebloom|
The details of Endrick’s six-month spell away from the Spanish capital have been confirmed.
Grey Whitebloom|
Jules Kounde has been on an admirable campaign against some sections of Spanish media for months.
Grey Whitebloom|
Barcelona had a message for the cult figure from one of the club’s most successful periods.
Grey Whitebloom|
Alessandro Bastoni, Rúben Neves, Joshua Zirkzee and Gabriel Jesus all feature in the gossip.
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The Herons could add a two-time Copa América champion to their ranks in 2026.
Roberto Casillas|
The 33-year-old had been written off at Man Utd but has shown signs of life.
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Inter Miami are doing their best to monetize the club’s recent triumph in MLS Cup with Messi at the helm.
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David Beckham wanted one of the greatest ever Premier League midfielders to join Inter Miami.
Roberto Casillas|

WOMEN’S SOCCER


Everything you need to know about a major rule change in the NWSL and the NWSLPA’s opposition to its implementation.
Theo Lloyd-Hughes|
As the NWSL offseason heats up, free agency season is upon us. From Sophia Wilson to Midge Purce, here are the best of the deals yet.
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Everything you need to know about the standoff between the Washington Spirit and the NWSL surrounding the USWNT superstar.
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Fans from across the globe had the chance to vote for the Best FIFA Football Awards.
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With their new podcast ‘Mewis Squared,’ Sam and Kristie Mewis are looking to break through a saturated media landscape with a sisterly spin.
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THE BEST PLAYERS IN THE WORLD


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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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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