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PREMIER LEAGUE


The player who most needed a goal for Arsenal decided a scrappy contest.
Grey Whitebloom|
Manchester United have only won two of their last seven matches.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
Arteta pointed out the staggering statistics behind his own Arsenal tenure.
Grey Whitebloom|
Arsenal face an awkward clash with the determined Toffees.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
Few would have predicted it to be 11th taking on 7th after their strong starts to 2025–26.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
Los Blancos extended their unbeaten run against Sevilla to 14 games.
Amanda Langell|
The Spanish giants are still searching for a way to unlock their success from 2023–24.
Amanda Langell|
Villarreal will pose a bigger threat with the Catalan giants’ midfield weakened.
Roberto Casillas|
Los Blancos close out the year by losing another starter.
Amanda Langell|
High-flying Villarreal host the Catalans on Sunday in their final match of 2025.
Grey Whitebloom|
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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.
Inter Miami are doing their best to monetize the club’s recent triumph in MLS Cup with Messi at the helm.
Ben Steiner|
David Beckham wanted one of the greatest ever Premier League midfielders to join Inter Miami.
Roberto Casillas|
The MLS SuperDraft remains a valuable tool for several teams to find useful players to fill out their rosters.
Ben Steiner|
A USL League 2 and NCAA title winner in Vermont is heading to Florida.
Ben Steiner|
Only eight players from Major League Soccer will compete at the continental tournament.
Ewan Ross-Murray|

WOMEN’S SOCCER


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.
Theo Lloyd-Hughes|
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|
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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.
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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.
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.
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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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