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The new rule comes amid a league dispute over a proposed contract between Trinity Rodman and the Washington Spirit.

The NWSL’s New High Impact Player Rule Explained

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

Theo Lloyd-Hughes
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Dec 23, 2025
Chris Richards (center) could not continue in the Carabao Cup quarterfinals.

USMNT’s World Cup Hopes Rocked After Star Player Stretchered Off

The Stars and Stripes’ injury woes worsened with the World Cup just six months away.

Amanda Langell
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Dec 23, 2025
Arsenal earned a hard-fought ticket to the Carabao Cup semifinal.

Arsenal Player Ratings vs. Crystal Palace: Unexpected Hero Sends Gunners Through

Arsenal were vastly superior but called on Kepa Arrizabalaga to progress in the Carabao Cup.

Roberto Casillas
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Dec 23, 2025
Week 17 Fantasy Player Rankings

Week 17 Fantasy Football Player Rankings For Every Position and Top 100 Flex Rankings

Fantasy football expert Michael Fabiano breaks down his player rankings for every position, including his Top 100 flex rankings, for Week 17.

Michael Fabiano
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Dec 24, 2025
New York Jets defensive tackle Khalen Saunders wasn’t thrilled after the loss to the Saints in Week 16.

Jets Player Had Brutally Honest ‘Cancun’ Line After Ugly Loss to Saints

Khalen Saunders bluntly summed up the Jets’ loss to the Saints in Week 16.

Karl Rasmussen
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Dec 21, 2025
Lamine Yamal had the last laugh against Villarreal.

Barcelona Player Ratings vs. Villarreal: Electrifying Duo End the Year in Style

Barcelona emerged victorious away at Villarreal for a sixth straight match.

Roberto Casillas
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Dec 21, 2025
A tough day for Man Utd.

Man Utd Player Ratings vs. Aston Villa: Defeat Worsened by Huge Injury Blow

Man Utd were helpless to stop Aston Villa as they went down 2-1 at Villa Park.

Barnaby Lane
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Dec 21, 2025
Tottenham collected two red cards on Saturday.

Tottenham Player Ratings vs. Liverpool: Spectacular Head Loss Stings Spurs

Had they not tried so hard to lose, Spurs could have beaten Liverpool.

Grey Whitebloom
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Dec 20, 2025
Hugo Ekitiké was among the goals again on Saturday.

Liverpool Player Ratings vs. Tottenham: Pain and Glory for Summer Signings

Hugo Ekitiké, Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz were all involved against sorry Spurs.

Ewan Ross-Murray
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Dec 20, 2025
Jude Bellingham secured all three points for Real Madrid.

Real Madrid Player Ratings vs. Sevilla: Bellingham Sends Warning Shot to Barcelona

Los Blancos extended their unbeaten run against Sevilla to 14 games.

Amanda Langell
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Dec 20, 2025
Arsenal will top the Premier League on Christmas Day.

Arsenal Player Ratings vs. Everton: Tale of Two VAR Reviews on Merseyside

The player who most needed a goal for Arsenal decided a scrappy contest.

Grey Whitebloom
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Dec 20, 2025
Reece James (centre) spearheaded the comeback.

Chelsea Player Ratings vs. Newcastle: Epic Comeback Staged in Tyneside Thriller

Newcastle and Chelsea played out a chaotic affair at St James’ Park.

Ewan Ross-Murray
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Dec 20, 2025
Bet on Gardner Minshew to go over his passing yards total against the Titans in Week 16.

NFL Player Prop Countdown: Top 10 Prop Bets for Week 16 (Backing Gardner Minshew vs. Titans)

Ranking the top 10 NFL player props bets to wager on for Week 16 action, including Gardner Minshew to go over his passing yards total against the Titans.

Iain MacMillan
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Dec 18, 2025
Dani Ceballos was one of several Real Madrid players who missed the target in the cup.

‘Unbelievable’—Real Madrid Torn Apart by Rival Player After Copa del Rey Scare

Xabi Alonso had a defiantly different take on Wednesday’s scratchy performance.

Grey Whitebloom
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Dec 18, 2025
Marc Guéhi is set to become a free agent in the summer.

‘Crucial Piece’—The Surprise Player Who Holds the Keys to Liverpool’s Marc Guehi Pursuit

Rather than anyone currently playing for Liverpool or Crystal Palace, Guéhi’s future hinges on the shoulders of a 27-year-old in the Bundesliga.

Grey Whitebloom
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Dec 17, 2025
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba is the favorite to win the OPOY award.

NFL Offensive Player of the Year Odds: Jaxon Smith-Njigba Set as Major Favorite Ahead of Week 16

Breaking down the latest odds to win the NFL's Offensive Player of the Year award in the 2025 season.

Peter Dewey
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Dec 17, 2025
Alejandro Garnacho bagged a brace off the bench for Chelsea.

Chelsea Player Ratings vs. Cardiff: Blues Rescued by Brilliant Substitute Performance

Second-half changes from Enzo Maresca were the difference maker in a surprisingly close battle in Wales.

Amanda Langell
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Dec 16, 2025
Denis Bouanga is traveling to the tournament with Gabon.

Every MLS Player at 2025 Africa Cup of Nations

Only eight players from Major League Soccer will compete at the continental tournament.

Ewan Ross-Murray
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Dec 18, 2025
Mohamed Salah (left) and Omar Marmoush (right) are among those departing.

Every Premier League Player at 2025 Africa Cup of Nations

An array of Premier League players will be on international duty this winter.

Ewan Ross-Murray
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Dec 18, 2025
Ousmane Dembélé got his hands on another trophy.

Ousmane Dembélé Beats Lamine Yamal to 2025 Best FIFA Men’s Player Crown

The awards ceremony rivals the already handed out Ballon d’Or.

Toby Cudworth
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Dec 16, 2025
Week 16 Fantasy Player Rankings

Week 16 Fantasy Football Player Rankings For Every Position and Top 100 Flex Rankings

Fantasy football expert Michael Fabiano breaks down his player rankings for every position, including top 100 flex rankings, for Week 16.

Michael Fabiano
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Dec 21, 2025
Junior Kroupi’s spectacular celebration was a fitting finale for a bonkers match.

Man Utd Player Ratings vs. Bournemouth: Breathless Goal-Fest Leaves Both Teams Unhappy

Monday night’s eight-goal blockbuster had everything—apart from a winner.

Grey Whitebloom
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Dec 15, 2025
Scottie Scheffler let out a victory yell after winning the PGA Championship in May at Quail Hollow.

Scottie Scheffler Enters Record Territory With Fourth Straight Player of Year Award

The world No. 1 won six times including two majors in 2025 and had the lowest scoring average on the PGA Tour for the third straight year.

Bob Harig
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Dec 15, 2025
Kylian Mbappé (left) returned from injury with a bang.

Real Madrid Player Ratings vs. Alaves: Late Thriller Gives Alonso a Lifeline

Los Blancos collected three points for just the second time in their last six league matches.

Amanda Langell
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Dec 14, 2025
Yerson Mosquera was the unfortunate match-winner.

Arsenal Player Ratings vs. Wolves: Bonkers Finish Bamboozles the Emirates

Wolves came to the Emirates and scored three times—yet still ended on the losing side.

Grey Whitebloom
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Dec 13, 2025
Barcelona wrapped the game up with minutes to go.

Barcelona Player Ratings vs. Osasuna: Star Performance Extends Winning Run

Defeat for Real Madrid could hand La Liga’s champions a healthy lead atop the standings.

Roberto Casillas
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Dec 13, 2025
Mohamed Salah (left) and Hugo Ekitiké (right) combined for Liverpool’s second.

Liverpool Player Ratings vs. Brighton: Impressive Salah Returns But Is Outshone

The Reds’ forward line impressed on a return to Premier League winning ways.

Ewan Ross-Murray
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Dec 13, 2025
It was a comfortable afternoon in the end at Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea Player Ratings vs. Everton: Surprise Hero Leads the Charge at Stamford Bridge

Chelsea maintained their 31-year unbeaten home record against Everton with a 2–0 win at Stamford Bridge. The Blues started the day in fifth place after picking

Toby Cudworth
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Dec 13, 2025
November’s award winners are in.

Premier League Player, Manager of the Month: November 2025 Winners Revealed

Both awards recognised new players for the first time in 2025–26.

Tom Gott
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Dec 12, 2025
Inter Miami will be gunning for a second MLS Cup triumph in 2026.

Inter Miami Assign Second Designated Player Slot With Permanent Signing

The retirements of Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets have made life easier for the Herons.

Tom Gott
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Dec 12, 2025
Rodgers is no longer the NFL’s oldest player thanks to Philip Rivers’ return.

Aaron Rodgers Loves Not Being the NFL’s Oldest Player Thanks to Philip Rivers’s Return

The Steelers quarterback no longer holds the top spot in the league’s age rankings.

Mike Kadlick
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Dec 11, 2025
Bet on TreVeyon Henderson to go over his rushing yards total against the Bills in Week 15.

NFL Player Prop Countdown: Top 10 Prop Bets for Week 15 (TreVeyon Henderson Will Torch Bills Defense)

Ranking the top 10 player props to bet on for Week 15 of the NFL season, including TreVeyon Henderson to go over his rushing yards total against the Bills.

Iain MacMillan
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Dec 11, 2025
Xabi Alonso is on the hot seat at Real Madrid.

Real Madrid Player Ratings vs. Man City: Squandered Chances Tell Familiar Story

Los Blancos have won just two of their last eight matches across all competitions.

Amanda Langell
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Dec 10, 2025
Arsenal were clear winners on the night.

Arsenal Player Ratings vs. Club Brugge: Stunning Strike Steals the Show

Mikel Arteta made a number of changes on the night but it made no difference.

Ewan Ross-Murray
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Dec 10, 2025
Erling Haaland bagged from the penalty spot.

Man City Player Ratings vs. Real Madrid: Gutsy Comeback Seals the Deal

The latest chapter of a modern day European rivalry played out at the Bernabéu.

Roberto Casillas
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Dec 10, 2025
Alejandro Garnacho couldn’t help Chelsea avoid defeat in the Champions League on Tuesday.

Alejandro Garnacho Receives Scathing Six-Word Put Down From Rival Player

The Argentine’s prematch comments came back to haunt him.

Grey Whitebloom
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Dec 10, 2025
Dominik Szoboszlai (right) snatched all three points for Liverpool.

Liverpool Player Ratings vs. Inter: Reds Crown Salah Replacement

Question marks still surround the best use of Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitiké.

Amanda Langell
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Dec 9, 2025
Barcelona earned a gritty win against Eintracht Frankfurt.

Barcelona Player Ratings vs. Eintracht Frankfurt: Unexpected Hero Inspires Comeback

Barcelona are back in the fight for a top eight finish in the Champions League league phase.

Roberto Casillas
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Dec 9, 2025
Chelsea fell to defeat in Bergamo.

Chelsea Player Ratings vs. Atalanta: Familiar Issues for Stuttering Blues

The Blues faltered in the second-half and fell to a 2–1 defeat in Bergamo.

James Cormack
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Dec 9, 2025
Week 15 Fantasy Player Rankings

Week 15 Fantasy Football Player Rankings For Every Position and Flex Rankings

Fantasy football expert Michael Fabiano breaks down his player rankings for every position, including his Top 100 flex rankings, for Week 15, the first week of the fantasy playoffs.

Michael Fabiano
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Dec 14, 2025
Roberts (#30), Ohtani (#17) and the Dodgers captured a second straight World Series title in 2025.

Dave Roberts Hopes Shohei Ohtani Isn't a Two-Way Player in World Baseball Classic

The Dodgers manager would rather not see Ohtani pitch for Team Japan.

Tim Capurso
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Dec 9, 2025
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Phillip Rivers.

Philip Rivers Valuts Near Top of NFL Comeback Player of the Year Odds

The Indianapolis Colts are signing veteran quarterback Phillip Rivers, and he's now third in the odds to win Comeback Player of the Year.

Peter Dewey
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Dec 9, 2025
Lionel Messi is the 2025 MLS MVP.

Lionel Messi Makes More History, Is First Player to Achieve MLS MVP Feat

Inter Miami’s MLS Cup win over Vancouver Whitecaps was the latest feather in Messi’s cap.

Ben Steiner
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Dec 9, 2025
Bruno Fernandes bagged a brace and an assist against Wolves.

Man Utd Player Ratings vs. Wolves: Emphatic Night Shakes Up Premier League Table

There were goals galore in the second half at Molineux.

Amanda Langell
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Dec 8, 2025

How Elaborate NFL Gift Giving Became an Arms Race

Twenty-five players responded to Sports Illustrated’s questions regarding the basics, expectations and standards of the exercise.

Greg Bishop
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Dec 22, 2025
Rafinha endured a career riddled with injuries.

Barcelona Favorite Announces Retirement at Shockingly Young Age

Barcelona had a message for the cult figure from one of the club’s most successful periods.

Grey Whitebloom
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Dec 23, 2025
Kylian Mbappé uncharacteristically struggled against Celta Vigo.

Real Madrid Player Ratings vs. Celta Vigo: Comedy of Errors Spells Crisis

Xabi Alonso’s squad ended the night with nine men on the pitch.

Amanda Langell
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Dec 7, 2025
Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner are poised for another captivating season in 2026.

The Sinner-Alcaraz Rivalry is Ready for an Epic 2026 Season

Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner are set to continue an enthralling rivalry that has dominated the headlines across 2025.

Jamie Malachy
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Dec 20, 2025
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