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Manchester City were worked hard by Leeds in November’s reverse fixture.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
Ewan Ross-Murray|
One of the greatest goalkeepers in Premier League history is getting older.
Jamie Spencer|
The characteristic pinpointed by Paul Scholes is part of a wider trend at Arsenal.
Grey Whitebloom|
Elliot Anderson, Thibaut Courtois, Vitinha and Julián Alvarez all feature in the gossip.
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Ewan Ross-Murray|
The infirmary continues to be a revolving door for the defending Spanish champions.
Amanda Langell|
Price is likely to stop Barcelona from signing Julián Alvarez this summer.
Jamie Spencer|
The France international is set for a spell on the sidelines at a particularly cruel time for Los Blancos.
Amanda Langell|
The great finishers often rely on the brilliance of those operating just behind the forward line.
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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.
Moving away from MLS Season Pass is so far proving extremely fruitful for the league.
Amanda Langell|
The Herons will start their journey towards a maiden Concacaf Champions League title in the round of 16.
Roberto Casillas|
The Argentine star spoke in depth about all things Mexican soccer.
Roberto Casillas|
The 2025–26 season has been a bruising one for MLS favorites in Europe.
Tom Gott|
The defending MLS Cup champions kicked off their season in the worst possible fashion.
Amanda Langell|

WOMEN’S SOCCER


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|
The assistant captain of Stanford’s women’s soccer team Sammy Smith is a dual-sport star heading to Italy in February.
Ben Steiner|
In its first match of 2026, the U.S. grew into a game that showed rust and quality in almost equal measure.
Theo Lloyd-Hughes|
The U.S. women’s national team forward inked a new three-year contract with the Washington Spirit and is likely the first NWSL player to access new funds outside the salary cap.
Theo Lloyd-Hughes|

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.
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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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