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Time is ticking for Mauricio Pochettino as he finalizes his roster plans.
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SOCCER HEADLINES

BEST OF SIFC

A visualization of the newly expanded format if each result went according to the FIFA rankings.
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PREMIER LEAGUE

The Manchester City boss received a message from Ferguson ahead of Sunday’s clash with Liverpool.
James Cormack|
Hugo Ekitiké opened up about his career before and during his time at Liverpool.
Grey Whitebloom|
Manchester City and Liverpool lock horns in the Premier League.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
Chelsea’s head coach also responded to the boos which greeted his team at half time against Wolves.
Grey Whitebloom|
Arteta’s half-time message while Arsenal trailed Sunderland was revealled by Riccardo Calafiori.
Grey Whitebloom|

LA LIGA

Marc Bernal was subject to transfer interest over the summer, but his future now resides in Catalonia.
Max Mallow|
A controversial venue has once again been selected by the Spanish soccer federation.
Grey Whitebloom|
Limited opportunities under Xabi Alonso had Rodrygo considering his future in Madrid.
Roberto Casillas|
Hansi Flick’s side will host the reigning European champions on Wednesday.
Roberto Casillas|
Pressure continues to mount on the Red Devils boss after defeat to Brentford.
Tom Gott|
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MLS

Which teams will get an extra look during the 2025 MLS season?
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Javier Mascherano is hoping to pick up a big win on the road in Canada.
Ben Steiner|
The Herons need to launch themselves up the standings after the Club World Cup.
Ben Steiner|
Which MLS games are the most important this month?
Ben Steiner|
Inter Miami CF return to MLS play after their FIFA Club World Cup journey
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WOMEN’S SOCCER

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TRANSFER NEWS

Premier League clubs flexed their financial muscles to spend over £3 billion on new talent.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
Rodri faces an uncertain long-term future at Man City heading toward the final 18 months of his contract.
Tom Gott|
Real Madrid have interest in the 20-year-old as he struggles for minutes.
Tom Gott|
Dušan Vlahović, Emiliano Martínez, Bremer, Dani Olmo and Ivan Toney all feature in the gossip.
SI FC Staff|

THE BEST PLAYERS IN THE WORLD

Quality distribution and composure on the ball is now as important as shot-stopping ability.
SI FC Staff|
The role has been redefined over the years as players look to invert and push into midfield.
SI FC Staff|
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.
SI FC Staff|
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.
SI FC Staff|
A number of modern day greats have flourished cutting in from the right flank.
SI FC Staff|
Some of the world's elite players operate on the left, terrorising full backs both inside and out.
SI FC Staff|
The role of the modern day striker varies hugely depending on a team's style of play.
SI FC Staff|

THE BEST EVER

Lionel Messi, Pele, Cristiano Ronaldo and Diego Maradona headline the greatest soccer players of all time.
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