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Yamal has the mentality of Messi, Ronaldo. He'll be even better in 2025-26

Lamine Yamal may have fallen short in the Champions League and Nations League, but that will only motivate the Barcelona and Spain star to get better.

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TRANSFER TALK

Transfer rumors, news: Gyökeres angry at Sporting's transfer fee demand

Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyökeres fears he is being priced out of a move to the Premier League. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

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Men's summer transfer grades: Dortmund get a B for Jobe Bellingham signing

The summer transfer window is now open, and clubs are starting to do business. Here is how we rate the biggest moves.

THE RACE TO QUALIFY

2026 World Cup: Will Australia or Saudi Arabia book their spot?

The race for the 2026 World Cup has begun in earnest. Here's how it's looking around the globe.

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TOURNAMENT BEGINS SATURDAY

Grealish models Man City's special Club World Cup kit: Will he get to play in it?

Jack Grealish is one of the Man City stars modelling the club's special Club World Cup kit, but will he even be at the tournament to play in it?

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ANALYZING OVER 2,000 TRANSFERS

Transfer trends: Portugal-to-Premier League pipeline, Italy is Europe's retirement home

Diving into 2,000 transfers, Bill Connelly identifies the good, the bad and the ugly market trends since 2015.

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U.S. MUST DELIVER

After Copa América 'disaster,' FIFA is using Club World Cup to be ready for 2026

Players slammed the pitch conditions in the U.S. for the Copa América. FIFA is making sure the Club World Cup and 2026 World Cup are different.

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