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

BEST OF SIFC

The Italian manager’s refusal to elaborate on his surprise criticism has only added to the uncertainty.
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PREMIER LEAGUE

Man Utd’s summer recruitment has added, and hopes still to add, more competition and quality in attacking areas.
Jamie Spencer|
The Sweden international turned out in Arsenal colours for the first time following his recent £63.5 million move to north London.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
The Magpies are reportedly prepared to block a move away for Alexander Isak if they cannot find a suitable replacement.
Tom Gott|
Kendry Páez completes Chelsea’s loan allowance at sister side Strasbourg.
Tom Gott|
Alejandro Garnacho remains a target for Chelsea even as the Blues close in on RB Leipzig’s Xavi Simons.
Jamie Spencer|

LA LIGA

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MLS

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|
Reports claim that Luis Díaz has assured one European giant that he is keen on joining them this summer.
Grey Whitebloom|
Reports about transfer interest in Lionel Messi from the Asian champions has been solidified in recent days.
Grey Whitebloom|
Chelsea are open to cashing in on Christopher Nkunku and have set a £30 million price tag for another of his teammates.
Tom Gott|

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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THE BEST EVER

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