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Five tips to turn World Cup watchers into soccer nerds

  1. Rodri's Madrid move would leave City with huge problems

    Manchester City are already entering the unknown as they adjust to life after Pep Guardiola, but that already-gruelling transition could be about to get a whole lot tougher. That is because talismanic midfielder Rodri could be on his way to Real Madrid, who are confident of pulling off what would be a blockbuster deal for Spain's World Cup-winning captain.

  2. Mr. Reliable Welbeck will be perfect mentor for Pedro at Chelsea

    For some football fans, the summer is the part of the calendar that they look forward to the most - and that's not just because it's filled by a World Cup every four years! Rather, it's because the end of the season means only one thing: It's time for transfers! The 2026 window is once again proving to be busy, with some huge names making big-money moves before deadline day on September 1.

  3. Newcastle's miserable year left Howe in impossible position

    Ten days on from the death of Kevin Keegan, Newcastle have been rocked again by the news that the man who completed their beloved former manager's work is stepping down. After U-turning on his decision to continue in the role after a nightmarish 2025-26 campaign, Eddie Howe leaves the Magpies under a cloud with just three weeks until the season begins.

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U.S. MEN'S NATIONAL TEAM

  1. USMNT's Gio Reyna reportedly in talks with Strasbourg

    Gio Reyna is reportedly in talks for a move to Ligue 1 side Strasbourg as the U.S. Men's National Team star looks set to leave Borussia Monchengladbach after just one season. Reyna was recently a member of the USMNT's World Cup squad but, despite an impressive performance at this summer's tournament, it appears the midfielder will be on the move before the start of the new season.

  2. Mauricio Pochettino reportedly nearing new deal with USMNT

    Mauricio Pochettino is reportedly close to agreeing a new contract that would see him be manager of the USMNT through the 2030 World Cup. Although nothing has been agreed, both parties are eager to get the deal over the line. Pochettino's initial contract ran out in August after he led the U.S. to their first World Cup knockout win since 2002.

  3. Gianni Infantino

    'Sorry you were so consumed by hate' - Infantino blasts World Cup critics

    FIFA president Gianni Infantino has hit back at his detractors in extraordinary fashion, claiming that those who criticised the 2026 World Cup were "consumed by hate." In a lengthy and defiant statement, the head of world football’s governing body defended the tournament’s legacy and urged his opponents to "meditate or pray" instead of spreading negativity.

Expert Opinion & Analysis

  1. Alvarez is perfect for Barca! Arsenal should avoid transfer war

    No one could ever accuse Julian Alvarez of not knowing exactly what he wants. It was a surprise when he decided to push for a move away from Manchester City in 2024, after winning a pair of Premier League titles and the Champions League in his first two seasons at the club, but the Argentine forward had grown tired of being in the shadow of Norwegian terminator Erling Haaland.

  2. New Chelsea teen out to be 'better than' icon Bronze

    As a young girl, Nelly Las would watch Lucy Bronze and aspire to be just like her. When she enjoyed her breakthrough season at Leicester City, aged just 16, she shared a pitch with the Lionesses icon as the Foxes’ stunned the Blues in a 1-1 draw. Now, the player she idolised and held as a reference point will be her team-mate, after Las became Chelsea’s fourth summer signing.

Premier League

  1. Welbeck joins Chelsea in shock move

    Chelsea have stunned the football world by announcing the signing of veteran striker Danny Welbeck from Brighton & Hove Albion. The 35-year-old former England international arrives at Stamford Bridge on a deal that runs until 2028, adding significant experience to Xabi Alonso’s evolving squad.

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Transfer News

  1. PSG must pay heavily for Ferran Torres

    Barcelona are officially prepared to negotiate the departure of Ferran Torres this summer if the forward explicitly expresses a desire to leave the club. Paris Saint-Germain are heavily interested in securing his signature, but the Spanish side have made it perfectly clear that the World Cup winner will not leave on the cheap before his current contract expires in June.

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