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SOCCER HEADLINES

Chelsea are tasked with snapping Aston Villa’s lengthy winning streak.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
Roberto Casillas|
Amanda Langell|
Grey Whitebloom|
Barnaby Lane|

BEST OF SIFC

Ricardo Pepi continued his stellar form and a new face scored his first Bundesliga goal.
Ben Steiner|
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PREMIER LEAGUE

Jamie Carragher offered a surprising interpretation of Van de Ven’s leg-breaking tackle.
Grey Whitebloom|
Raúl Jiménez is the greatest Mexican player to ever play in England’s top-flight.
Roberto Casillas|
The Sweden international is facing a lengthy spell out after undergoing surgery.
Toby Cudworth|
Chelsea’s search for attacking reinforcements is not thought to have ended.
Grey Whitebloom|
The Dutchman’s lunge on Alexander Isak unfortunately caused a serious injury.
Toby Cudworth|

LA LIGA

Los Blancos are on a 13-game unbeaten run against Sevilla.
Amanda Langell|
Rúben Neves, Franco Mastantuono, Marcus Rashford and Gabriel Jesus all feature in today’s gossip.
SI FC Staff|
The most valuable team in the world tag still belongs to an iconic NFL franchise.
Jamie Spencer|
Lionel Messi left Barcelona less than a year into Joan Laporta’s second stint as president.
Roberto Casillas|
From conquering the world with Barcelona to taking over the United States with Inter Miami, Lionel Messi’s career has been nothing short of astonishing.
Barnaby Lane|

MUST READS 🔥

The Premier League has played hosts to some of the best soccer players ever seen.
Malik Tillman carries the hopes of the USMNT heading into the 2026 World Cup.
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.

MLS

Bradley Barcola, Antoine Semenyo, Sergio Ramos, Ibrahima Konaté and many more feature in the gossip.
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The Argentine No. 10 became the first player in MLS history to win back-to-back Landon Donovan MLS MVP Awards.
Ben Steiner|
Inter Miami’s MLS Cup win over Vancouver Whitecaps was the latest feather in Messi’s cap.
Ben Steiner|
The two people who were charged with blackmail and attempted blackmail were accused of extorting thousands of dollars from the LAFC star.
Grey Whitebloom|
A handful of Major League Soccer sides could rival Saudi Arabia for Salah’s signature.
Tom Gott|

WOMEN’S SOCCER

The Washington Spirit star opened up on her triumphant return to the pitch and title aspirations while revealing her EA Sports FC 26 player item.
Jenna Tonelli|
The defensive midfielder spoke exclusively with Sports Illustrated after joining the LA side from NJ/NY Gotham FC for $85,000.
Jenna Tonelli|
Chicago snapped a 14-match winless streak and handed the defending champions their biggest defeat of the season.
Theo Lloyd-Hughes|
The 20-year-old winger in the latest big-money arrival to the WSL this summer.
Grey Whitebloom|
Chelsea’s move for Alyssa Thompson could end up being more expensive if all bonuses are paid.
Tom Gott|

TRANSFER NEWS

Premier League clubs flexed their financial muscles to spend over £3 billion on new talent.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
A £65 million release clause makes Antoine Semenyo an attractive January target.
Jamie Spencer|
Slot also teased a returning player from injury to help cover for Isak.
Grey Whitebloom|
Man City, Chelsea and Bayern Munich have all been credited with interest in a player thought to be top of Man Utd’s wishlist.
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.
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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