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Chelsea’s preparations for a huge meeting with Man City have spiralled out of control.
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SOCCER HEADLINES

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The Italian manager’s refusal to elaborate on his surprise criticism only added to the tensions.
Tom Gott|

SOCCER IN 2025

Few of the summer’s 16 most expensive players could be considered a home-run swing.
Jamie Spencer|
From confusing metaphors to fiery insults, sweeping conclusions and touching life lessons, the game’s players, manager and pundits had plenty to say in 2025.
Grey Whitebloom|
The year before the 2026 FIFA World Cup brought plenty of unforgettable moments.
Ben Steiner|
The longstanding adversaries have enjoyed success across the calendar year.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
The last 12 months were complicated for the Stars and Stripes ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Ben Steiner|
Several of Canada’s top stars shone across the globe in 2025.
Ben Steiner|
Javier Aguirre should build a well-structured, versatile roster to maximize Mexico’s potential in the 2026 World Cup.
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PREMIER LEAGUE

It was not a good day to be a Newcastle fan.
Kristen Wong|
Morgan Rogers, Alexander Isak, Jack Grealish, Xavi Simons, Trent Alexander-Arnold and more feature in today’s gossip.
Grey Whitebloom|
The 16-year-old is now Liverpool’s youngest Premier League goalscorer in history.
Roberto Casillas|
Rio Ngumoha announced himself at St. James’ Park scoring the game-winner in his Premier League debut.
Max Mallow|
The Liverpool defender was lucky to avoid a more serious injury.
Roberto Casillas|

LA LIGA

Endrick's future at Real Madrid is coming into question as rumors circulate of a potential loan.
Amanda Langell|
Robert Lewandowski almost joined Sir Alex Ferguson's Manchester United in 2012, but Borussia Dortmund blocked the transfer.
Amanda Langell|
Barcelona's Andreas Christensen underwent surgery to fix an issue in his Achilles tendon that's sidelined him since August.
Roberto Casillas|
Barcelona will not return to the Spotify Camp Nou until February 2025 at the earliest after a recent delay.
Amanda Langell|
PSG reportedly offered Barcelona north of $200 million for Lamine Yamal to become Kylian Mbappé's replacement.
Roberto Casillas|

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TRANSFER NEWS

Premier League clubs flexed their financial muscles to spend over £3 billion on new talent.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
Juventus have hit an obstacle in their efforts to sign Jadon Sancho this summer.
Jamie Spencer|
Alexander Isak has not travelled with Newcastle for their pre-season tour.
Tom Gott|
Chelsea are looking to continue their summer spending with a move for Ajax’s Jorrel Hato.
Tom Gott|

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.
SI FC Staff|
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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