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Ranked: The top 50 players of the Premier League season so far

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Now that we're nine games into the Premier League season, let's rank the best 50 players so far. Arsenal dominate the list -- but who else?

Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid edge Liverpool in Guéhi race

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Real Madrid are leading the chase over Liverpool to sign Marc Guéhi from Crystal Palace in the summer. Transfer Talk has the latest news and rumors.

Stunning comeback sends Palmeiras to Lib. final

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Palmeiras completed an epic comeback Thursday evening, smashing LDU 4-0 to overturn a 3-goal aggregate deficit and advance into the 2025 Copa Conmebol Libertadores Final against Brazil rivals Flamengo.

Sounders seek investors for fund new stadium

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The Seattle Sounders are seeking a large minority partner through a strategic capital raise to fund major project ambitions, including a potential new soccer-specific stadium.

Sears' hat trick sees USWNT close window in rout

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Emma Sams and Catarina Macario each scored a pair of goals as the United States closed out the October window with a win over New Zealand on Wednesday in Kansas City, Missouri.

Sears' hat trick sees USWNT close window in rout

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Emma Sams and Catarina Macario each scored a pair of goals as the United States closed out the October window with a win over New Zealand on Wednesday in Kansas City, Missouri.

Sources: Lyon lead chase for Madrid teen Endrick

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Lyon are leading the chase for a January loan for Real Madrid striker Endrick, sources told ESPN, although the Ligue 1 side are not the only ones pursuing the Brazil international.

Follow live: USWNT face off against New Zealand in friendly

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Sources: James Rodríguez to become free agent

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James Rodríguez will become a free agent at the end of the year, with Mexican club León not planning to renew his contract, sources have told ESPN.

Cristiano Ronaldo's race to 1,000 goals: When will he reach that remarkable number?

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It seems like a matter of when, not if, Ronaldo scores his 1,000th goal, especially after reaching 950 this weekend. But when will he do it, and can anyone else possibly follow him?

Transfer rumors, news: Haaland to replace Vinicuis at Real Madrid?

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Real Madrid could look to Man City striker Erling Haaland to replace forward Vinícius Júnior. Transfer Talk has the latest news and rumors.

Martínez lifts NYCFC to series lead over Charlotte

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New York City FC beat Charlotte FC 1-0 on Tuesday night to begin the best-of-three series in the 2025 MLS playoffs.

Transfer rumors, news: Vinícius Júnior eyes Real Madrid exit in January

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Real Madrid forward Vinícius Júnior could seek an exit in the January transfer window. Transfer Talk has the latest news and rumors.

Celtic chief criticises 'divisive' Rodgers after exit

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Brendan Rodgers has left Celtic amid a wave of criticism from principal shareholder Dermot Desmond.

Messi aims to defend World Cup, but only if 100%

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Inter Miami CF captain Lionel Messi hopes to be defending Argentina's FIFA World Cup title in the upcoming 2026 edition of the tournament, though he has yet to make a final decision on whether or not he'll play.

Müller scores as Vancouver routs Dallas in Game 1

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- Daniel Ríos found the net in the first half, Thomas Müller and Kenji Cabrera scored in the second and the Vancouver Whitecaps blanked FC Dallas 3-0 on Sunday in a best-of-three first-round opener of the MLS Cup playoffs.

Moultrie & Co. get Hayes' team back playing 'the USA way'

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For a team that prides itself on playing "the USA way," Sunday's 3-1 win over Portugal was a good response to Thursday's shock loss.

Wales legend Fishlock fittingly exits international stage against Australia

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Jess Fishlock played for the 166th and final time in a Cymru shirt on Saturday having left indelible mark on Welsh football, Australian football, and pretty much everywhere in between.

Last season's good times for Liverpool feel a million miles away

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Salah is a shadow of himself, and Liverpool have lost as many league games as they did all of last season.

Clásico combined XI: Which Madrid, Barcelona stars make the cut?

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What's the best starting XI you can make of Real Madrid and Barcelona players?

USMNT January camp off, shifts to December 2026

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The U.S. men's national team is moving its traditional January training camp to December to adjust to the MLS calendar.

Follow live: Inter Miami CF, Nashville SC face off in Game 1 of MLS Eastern Conference Playoffs

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Ex-U.S. stars turn out to honor Morgan in Philly

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U.S. Soccer honored the career of Alex Morgan on Thursday as the current USWNT faced Portugal at the same stadium where Morgan scored the first of her 123 international goals.

Forest 'can finally breathe' as Dyche delivers win

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Morgan Gibbs-White said he feels like he "can finally breathe" again after Nottingham Forest beat Porto in Sean Dyche's first game.

UCL talking points: Conte's rant, Liverpool's best XI, who is Clásico-ready?

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Was Antonio Conte's reaction to Napoli's 6-2 loss justified? What has Liverpool learnt from thumping Frankfurt? ESPN's writers take a look at the biggest talking points after Matchday 3 in the UCL.

In-form Martinelli eyeing Brazil World Cup spot

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Gabriel Martinelli has set his sights on helping Arsenal win titles this season, and making Brazil's World Cup squad.

Transfer rumors, news: Man United target Barcelona's Lewandowski

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Manchester United could sign Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski as a free agent in the summer. Transfer Talk has the latest news and rumors.

MLS Cup playoff Power Rankings: Bet against Messi, Miami at your own peril

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The regular season is in the rearview mirror and the playoffs are upon us, so which postseason contenders are best placed for a run to MLS Cup?

West Ham, 'we have a problem,' Nuno says of loss

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Nuno Espirito Santo said "we have a problem" after West Ham United slumped to a dispiriting 2-0 defeat at home to Brentford.

Arteta on Simeone's Liverpool fan clash: 'Not easy'

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Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta said managers have a responsibility to set an example ahead of Diego Simeone's first match back in England after he clashed with Liverpool supporters.

NWSL Power Rankings: Marta has Orlando looking ominous again

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Marta's was in fine form on Saturday, helping Orlando beat Washington 3-2 and catapult the Pride up ESPN's NWSL Power Rankings.

Cristian Romero out of Spurs XI after warm-up

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Tottenham Hotspur captain Cristian Romero has been replaced by Kevin Danso in the starting lineup for Sunday's Premier League clash against Aston Villa.

Premier League updates: Tottenham-Villa, Liverpool-Man United

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We start this Sunday's action with Tottenham Hotspur facing Aston Villa in what promises to be an entertaining Premier League clash in north London.

Transfer rumors, news: Messi close to signing new Inter Miami contract

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Lionel Messi is close to signing a new contract with Inter Miami after winning the MLS Golden Boot. Transfer Talk has the latest news and rumors.

Messi's hat trick all-but clinches MLS Golden Boot

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Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi struck a hat trick on the final day of MLS' regular season to all-but clinch the 2025 MLS Golden Boot award.

'Mr. Aura' Mamardashvili has what it takes to be Liverpool's No. 1

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The Georgia international goalkeeper has a major challenge on his hands to one day become Liverpool's No. 1, but give his tenacity and mental toughness, you wouldn't bet against him.

Transfer rumors, news: Bayern aim to beat Liverpool to Guéhi

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Liverpool face strong competition from Bayern Munich for Crystal Palace defender Marc Guéhi. Transfer Talk has the latest news and rumors.

Can Arteta break Arsenal's cycle of finishing second and avoid fate of Southgate's England?

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Arsenal's title near-misses bear an uncanny resemblance to England's recent fortunes. Can Mikel Arteta make the final step that eluded Gareth Southgate?

Der Klassiker will reveal whether Dortmund can keep pace with Bayern in 2025-26

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Perfect Bayern, unbeaten Dortmund, first vs. second: Der Klassiker doesn't need extra fanfare. This is a meeting of the best in the Bundesliga.

Transfer rumors, news: Froholdt added to Man United midfield shortlist

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Manchester United are tracking FC Porto's Victor Froholdt alongside a more expensive midfield trio of options. Transfer Talk has the latest news and rumors.

Morocco to face Argentina in U20 World Cup final

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Third-string goalkeeper Abdelhakim El Mesbahi came off the bench near the end of extra time and made the decisive save in the shootout as Morocco defeated France 5-4 on penalties Wednesday to qualify for its first Under-20 World Cup final.

Chelsea's Champions League response vs. Paris FC is just what Bompastor & Co. needed

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With Chelsea's 4-0 win over Paris FC in the Champions League, Sonia Bompastor's team can feel a bit of ease going into the international break.

Trinity Rodman limps off in tears during Spirit game

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An emotional Trinity Rodman had to be helped off the field in the first half of the Washington Spirit's game with Monterrey on Wednesday.

How 'Little Messi' Estêvão rose from Palmeiras to Chelsea

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ESPN spoke to one of Estêvão's youth coaches at Palmeiras, Rogério Ferreira, to hear the story of how tough love and hard work saw the winger reach the top.

Transfer rumors, news: Neymar eyeing shock return to Europe

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Santos forward Neymar is open to a move to Serie A amid links to Inter Milan and Napoli. Transfer Talk has the latest news and rumors.

Courtois tries to catch rat in Wales' WCQ loss

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Wales and Belgium were given a fright when their World Cup qualifier was temporarily suspended when a rat ran onto the pitch.

Why this is (kinda) the last-ever October international break

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The October international window as we know it is about to close for the very last time. It's part a big change to FIFA breaks that begins next season.

Transfer rumors, news: Barcelona eye Etta Eyong as Lewandowski replacement

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Levante's Karl Etta Eyong has been identified as Robert Lewandowski's successor at Barcelona. Transfer Talk has the latest news and rumors.

Messi back with Argentina after inspiring Miami win

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Lionel Messi has returned to training with Argentina after being released to play in Inter Miami's MLS game against Atalanta on Saturday.

NWSL Power Rankings: Chawinga eyes Golden Boot with record-setting Current

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Record-setting Kansas City is soaring into the postseason off the back of Temwa Chawinga's goals. That and more in ESPN's NWSL Power Rankings.