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Barcelona came from behind to secure a much needed Champions League victory.
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One of the favourites to take on the Manchester United job full-time, Carrick’s every move will be scrutinised. Yet he’s taken on far bigger challenges in life and has always come out on top, such is his character.
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PREMIER LEAGUE

Juventus was also said to be interested in the Uruguayan defender, but Araújo stayed put.
Roberto Casillas|
Pep Guardiola became the fastest manager in Premier League history to reach 250 wins.
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On fire this season, Erling Haaland made the difference for Manchester City in west London.
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Manchester City’s clash with Brentford was barely 20 minutes old when Rodri limped off.
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Injury forced both Martin Ødegaard and Declan Rice out of Arsenal’s weekend game.
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LA LIGA

Barcelona have blown the race for Nico Williams wide open once again.
Tom Gott|
Vinícius Júnior was not in Madrid to greet Trent Alexander-Arnold in person, but he sent him a message on social media.
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Arsenal defender Gabriel admits his desire to see Rodrygo join from Real Madrid.
Tom Gott|
Ansu Fati is keen to leave Barcelona to reignite his struggling career.
Tom Gott|
Luka Modrić is determined to go out on a high with Real Madrid at the Club World Cup.
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TRANSFER NEWS

Premier League clubs flexed their financial muscles to spend over £3 billion on new talent.
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The Liverpool target is currently engaged in a public war of word with Newcastle United.
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Kostas Tsimikas failed to make Liverpool’s squad in their Premier League debut.
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Joshua Zirkzee, Marcus Rashford, Marc Guéhi and Ibrahima Konaté headline the gossip.
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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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