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The Africa Cup of Nations has complicated Amorim’s preparations.
Tom Gott|
Arsenal’s manager took issue with his side’s performance offensively and defensively.
Grey Whitebloom|
Selhurst Park is the setting as the former Premier League champions look for FA Cup final revenge.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
The pair’s last weekend resulted in surprise FA Cup glory for the Eagles.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
The Portuguese boss appears to be relaxing as Man Utd’s form improves.
Toby Cudworth|
Los Blancos have dropped points in four of their last five La Liga matches.
Amanda Langell|
The Englishman’s attitude has repeatedly been called into question.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
Los Blancos could be without up to 11 players for their latest away day.
Amanda Langell|
The Englishman’s loan spell at Barcelona is helping get his career back on track.
Toby Cudworth|
Barcelona welcome Osasuna to the Camp Nou aiming to make it seven straight wins in La Liga.
Roberto Casillas|
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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.
Just days after the 2025 MLS Cup final, the wheels are in motion for transfers.
Ben Steiner|
A sold-out crowd witnessed a 3–1 win and a worldwide audience also tuned in.
Ben Steiner|
Laying the groundwork for a new stadium and avoiding relocation is underway.
Ben Steiner|
The retirements of Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets have made life easier for the Herons.
Tom Gott|
The legendary center back is not yet ready to hang up his boots.
Roberto Casillas|

WOMEN’S SOCCER


With their new podcast ‘Mewis Squared,’ Sam and Kristie Mewis are looking to break through a saturated media landscape with a sisterly spin.
Jenna Tonelli|
The U.S. women’s national team closed 2025 with a pair of shutouts, but which players cemented their spots under Emma Hayes?
Theo Lloyd-Hughes|
Fresh off an NWSL title, the USWNT forward will be a guest on the Manning brothers’ popular Monday Night Football show when the Patriots face the Giants.
Jenna Tonelli|
The 11th edition of the Women’s World Cup will be staged in 2031.
James Cormack|
The latest projections are five years off the initial proposed completion of this expensive build.
Grey Whitebloom|
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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.
SI FC Staff|
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.
SI FC Staff|
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.
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.
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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.
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