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MAN UTD SACK AMORIM

Officials in the Man Utd hierarchy are not seeing eye to eye with Amorim.

The Red Devils cut ties with Amorim after his public criticism of his role.

Amorim will not have fond memories of his spell at Old Trafford.

A spectacular outburst after a 1–1 draw with Leeds may not have actually sealed his fate.

Man Utd’s manager change breaks the internet and takes all the spotlight away from Chelsea.

Man Utd already had to splash in excess of £20 million to get rid of Erik ten Hag and hire Amorim 18 months ago.

Amorim name-checked Gary Neville, José Mourinho, Antonio Conte and Thomas Tuchel in an extraordinary monologue.

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With Liam Rosenior expected to replace Enzo Maresca as Chelsea manager, Sports Illustrated columnist Henry Winter gives the lowdown of what to expect from the Strasbourg boss.

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Come the end of the 2025–26 season, these players could all be snapped up for absolutely nothing.

Ryan Gravenberch, Carlos Baleba, Bernardo Silva, Fermín López, Robert Lewandowski and more feature in the gossip.

The Mohamed Salah saga has been paused by the Africa Cup of Nations.

Strasbourg manager Liam Rosenior remains the frontrunner to take charge of the Blues.

Chelsea’s first match since parting ways with Enzo Maresca ended in a hard-fought point against an in-form Manchester City.

LA LIGA

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A familiar face could be coming back to Spain as a club owner.

The France international faces a late fitness test for Real Madrid’s trip to Jeddah.

João Cancelo is reported to be keen on a return to Barcelona.

Gonzalo García completed a perfect hat trick in just his second La Liga start of the season.

Real Madrid have good players, but arguably not enough of them.

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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.

MLS

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The 28-year-old backstop is likely to start for Canada at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Puig was an MLS All-Star in 2023 and 2024 before missing the entire 2025 season.

The Herons continue their aggressive offseason with a loan for a former Major League Soccer center back.

Ali Ahmed played a critical role in Vancouver Whitecaps’ run to MLS Cup and the Concacaf Champions Cup final in 2025.

Four companies have produced MLS match balls since the league’s 1996 debut.

WOMEN’S SOCCER

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From England’s Women’s Euro triumph to Arsenal’s stunning run in the Women’s Champions League, here are the biggest stories of the year.

SI FC crowns who did it best in the NWSL in 2025, from best goal to unsung hero and more.

One of the smallest markets in MLS could land a brand new franchise.

Everything you need to know about a major rule change in the NWSL and the NWSLPA’s opposition to its implementation.

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.

TRANSFER NEWS

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Premier League clubs flexed their financial muscles to spend over £3 billion on new talent.

The Spanish giants are in desperate need of a deep-lying playmaker.

Amorim’s previous comments about a dramatic formation change and lack of funds have come back into focus.

Morgan Rogers, Kobbie Mainoo, Antoine Semenyo, Sandro Tonali and João Cancelo all feature in today’s gossip.

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.