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Why Barcelona can't play Dani Olmo or Pau Víctor ... for now
Barcelona's summer signings, Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor, face six months with no football due to the club's financial issues. What is going on?
TOP HEADLINES
Chelsea's missed chances vs. Palace show why they're not in title race
Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca claims his side isn't ready to challenge for the title, despite its place in the table. And after a 1-1 draw with Palace, he might be right.
PREMIER LEAGUE REACTION
Savinho and Erling Haaland give Manchester City hope for 2025
Manchester City started 2025 with a comfortable 4-1 win over West Ham United, thanks to the performances of Savinho and Erling Haaland.
Arsenal ratings: Ethan Nwaneri shines but fails to beat Brighton
Ethan Nwaneri was one of the main positives in what was a frustrating performance for Arsenal as they drew Brighton & Hove Albion 1-1 in the Premier League.
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE
Premier League festive lessons: Liverpool are best, Man United won't finish top-four
Liverpool reeled off a string of wins over the holidays to strengthen their grip on the title race as 2025 begins. What else did we learn over the festive period?
Did win at Brentford suggest Arsenal need January signings?
With the January transfer window officially open, Arsenal will have to assess on how they do business.
GLOBAL SOCCER SCOREBOARD
TRANSFER TALK
Transfer rumors, news: Milan weigh move for Rashford
AC Milan want to bring in Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford but his salary could be an issue. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.
What we're hearing in the transfer window: Liverpool, Man United, Olmo latest
The January transfer window is now open but what are our reporters hearing? Get the latest every Friday.
PREMIER LEAGUE SCOREBOARD
BRINGING A SENSE OF CALM
Kompany has saved inconsistent Bayern from perpetual unrest
Vincent Kompany wasn't Bayern Munich's first-choice manager, yet he's stepped in and infused the German giants with a sorely lacking sense of calm.
Is there any chance of a Man United result at Anfield?
Liverpool vs Man United: Five classic Premier League clashes
Here are five classic encounters from bygone times at the famous Stanley Park ground.
Top Headlines
- Amorim: United players are 'afraid on the pitch'
- Arteta: 'Never seen' decision like Brighton penalty
- Chelsea's winless run hits 4 as Palace score late
- Flick confident of Olmo registration, Barça stay
- Wrexham win late in Parkinson's 1000th game
- Magic, Messi get Presidential Medal of Freedom
- Barcelona rout lowly Barbastro 4-0 in Copa del Rey
- Ange after latest loss: 'Angriest I've ever been'
- Best fits, predictions for 2025 free agents
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January transfers all 20 Premier League teams should make
The January transfer window presents an opportunity for teams like Liverpool and Arsenal to improve. Others, like Man United, should steer clear.
Was anyone better in 2024 than Messi or Ronaldo were at the same age?
Who, if anyone, has reached the sort of numbers in 2024 that Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo were posting when they were respectively the same age?
Just how good (or bad) is the current U.S. men's national team?
We keep hearing that this is the USMNT's Golden Generation, but what about the actual on-field results these players are getting? Do they really measure up to previous generations? Let's compare.
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Why 2024 was the year of Barcelona, Spain star Lamine Yamal
One thing 2024 will be known for is breakout Barcelona and Spain star Lamine Yamal. At just 17, he's already well ahead of where Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo were at that stage, so just sit back and enjoy.
How set piece specialists are thriving in the Premier League
Gone are the days of "getting it into the mixer." Now, most Premier League clubs have specialists calling the shots when it comes to set pieces.
Soccer's best of 2024: Players of the year, best goal, games
Luis Miguel Echegaray picks the best of soccer in 2024, including top players, best goals, games and much more.