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Raphinha was the biggest difference-maker for Barcelona in an exhilarating Spanish Super Cup final.
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The Blues’ new managerial arrival promises to shake things up at Stamford Bridge.
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PREMIER LEAGUE

Sports Illustrated rounds up the latest transfer rumors and gossip from around the world.
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Marcus Rashford’s childhood dream turned into a nightmare after a clash of personalities, tactics and an ill-informed nightclub trip.
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Hugo Ekitiké's initial price might garner interest, but being new to the Premier League casts doubt over reliability.
Max Mallow|
Ibrahima Konaté has yet to ink a new deal with the Reds as his contract expiry looms.
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The 21-year-old Spaniard should provide Mikel Arteta additional cover for William Saliba.
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The Premier League has played hosts to some of the best soccer players ever seen.
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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.

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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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Jonny Evans has just the right experience to thrive in the role Man Utd have lined up for him.
Grey Whitebloom|
Manchester City could let two of their most recent new arrivals leave the club on loan this summer, with a rebuild of Pep Guardiola’s squad continuing to take shape.
Jamie Spencer|
Liverpool have been heavily linked with Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitiké as potential Darwin Núñez replacements.
Grey Whitebloom|

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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