Marauding center backs, do-it-all midfielders: Top tactical trends at every position in 2026
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Sullivan, 17, becomes youngest USMNT scorer with stunner in win vs. Mexico
Rising star Cavan Sullivan became the youngest scorer in United States men's national team history after the teenager…
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Transfer rumors, news: Bayern brace for tough contract talks with Olise
Could Bournemouth's Alex Scott make the move to play for Xabi Alonso's team? Transfer Talk has the latest.
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NWSL Power Rankings: San Diego clinches playoff spot, leapfrogs Gotham at No. 1
The San Diego Wave have clinched their postseason place, and how did they celebrate? By topping this week's edition of…
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Premier League depth charts: Who is key?
With the transfer window closed, where do players stand in their teams? How deep do the squads go?
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Ranking the top 10 Premier League summer transfers so far: No. 1 may surprise you
Which players have impressed since making a move over the summer? Sometimes a £17 million arrival does better than a…
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Slegers defiant after Arsenal loss to Man City
Arsenal head coach Renee Slegers has said she is "full of energy" to continue leading the club despite their 4-2 defeat…
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USMNT's young stars shine to give Pochettino 'fantastic problem'
USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino said that the number of players performing at a high level is "a fantastic problem to…
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Zidane: France plan 'smart changes' for Belgium
France head coach Zinedine Zidane has said he will make some "smart changes" when his side face Belgium looking to stay…
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Mancini: Too much 'anxiety' around Italy team
Italy head coach Roberto Mancini said "there's too much anxiety around at the moment" before Monday's home Nations…
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Márquez bemoans 'terrible mistakes' as Mexico humbled by USMNT
Mexico national team coach Rafael Márquez says his players practically gifted the goals to the United States in a 3-0…
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Modric 'ashamed' after Croatia handed biggest-ever loss by England
Croatia captain Luka Modric said that for the first time in his legendary national team career, he felt "ashamed" after…
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NWSL: DeMelo returns, Debinha hits hat trick, USWNT's Wilson sees red
Brecken Mozingo scored late in stoppage time to pull the Utah Royals into a 1-1 draw with Racing Louisville on Saturday…
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Putellas gone? Bonmati injured? It won't stop Barcelona, who just trounced Real Madrid
Real Madrid hope to close the gap with Barcelona, but even without the likes of Alexia Putellas and Aitana Bonmati,…
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Argentina put 7 past makeshift Burkina Faso side
Argentina routed Burkina Faso 7-0 on Saturday in an international friendly in Buenos Aires, extending its strong start…
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De la Fuente in disbelief over Yamal scoring streak
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente says Lamine Yamal is on the path to becoming a legend after being left stunned by the…
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Who most deserves the Ballon d'Or? Whittling down the 30-man short list
Kylian Mbappé, Lamine Yamal and Harry Kane are the three favorites to win the 2026 Ballon d'Or, but who actually…
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Ireland's pre-Israel presser abruptly ended after racism allegation
Ireland's news conference ahead of the team's contentious Nations League game against Israel was abruptly ended…
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Fernandes: Ronaldo Portugal's 'greatest symbol'
Cristiano Ronaldo will always be the "greatest symbol" of Portugal's national team and country, according to Bruno…
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Tuchel: England rout of Croatia a 'complete performance'
Thomas Tuchel has described Saturday's 7-0 hammering of Croatia as a "complete performance" which will help England…
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Italy spoil Zidane's France homecoming, cancel out Olise's stunner
Italy once again proved a formidable foe for Zinedine Zidane, securing a 1-1 draw in Zidane's home debut as France…
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Recap: Sullivan becomes youngest U.S. scorer as Pochettino & Co. thump 10-man Mexico
Cavan Sullivan scored -- making him the youngest to do it for the U.S. -- as the hosts beat rivals Mexico.
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Tyler Adams named USMNT captain for new World Cup cycle
Tyler Adams will be the new captain of the United States men's national team, coach Mauricio Pochettino announced…
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England thrash Croatia to put World Cup heartbreak firmly behind them
England took their first major step toward Euro 2028 as they beat the world's 13th-best team by seven goals.
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USA's youth vs. Mexico's veterans: Who is better off for 2030 World Cup cycle?
Mexico and the U.S. have taken drastically different approaches since the World Cup. Their meeting Saturday will…
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Teen phenom Gil Mora clears injury hurdle, fit for Mexico-U.S. clash
Mexico coach Rafael Márquez confirmed Gilberto Mora is fit and eligible to face the United States this Saturday in…
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Man City appeal PL breaches case guilty verdict
Manchester City have confirmed the club have lodged a "comprehensive appeal" after being found guilty of breaching the…
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De Bruyne nets 200th career goal to lead Belgium past Turkiye
Veteran stars took center stage in the Nations League on Friday with Robert Lewandowski and Kevin de Bruyne leading…
Read at source →Yamal, Rodri inspire Spain win over Czechia
Lamine Yamal scored a superb early goal as world champions Spain beat Czechia 3-1 in Oviedo to maintain their perfect…
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Messi arrives in Argentina for farewell match
Lionel Messi arrived in Argentina on Friday ahead of his farewell game with the national team.
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Cucurella: Too soon to judge Mourinho's Madrid amid poor start
Marc Cucurella has acknowledged Real Madrid have not started the season as they would have liked under new coach José…
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Manchester City guilty charges explained: Premier League's options, how appeal works, more
Tuesday's news that the Premier League found Man City guilty of 100-plus charges of breaking financial rules is a…
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How Man City players, staff are handling Premier League verdict
Man City's internal messaging is one of confidence and carrying on. It may be easier said than done.
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Rafa Marquez steps into his toughest role: Mexico head coach
Rafa Marquez, a fierce rival of the USMNT as a player, now leads El Tri as an inexperienced head coach.
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Torres forced out of Spain squad; Madrid's Espí gets 1st call-up
Spain striker Ferran Torres has withdrawn from the squad because of left ankle pain, ruling him out of the world…
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