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Fouls, aggression and long shots galore: What it really means to 'get Concacafed'

This summer's Concacaf Gold Cup is sure to provide a lot of shenanigans, and not just for the USMNT. But what exactly makes North and Central American soccer so brutal and silly?

2hRyan O'Hanlon
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From U.S. to Suriname, one thing to know about every 2025 Gold Cup team

With the Gold Cup kicking off on Saturday, we provide the narratives, star names and trivia you need to know.

2dJon Arnold

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LATEST TRANSFER NEWS

What we're hearing in the transfer window: Gyökeres to Man United? Onana replaced?

The summer transfer window is now open, but what are our reporters hearing about deals that could be done? Get the latest every Friday.

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TRANSFER TALK

Transfer rumors, news: Man United to fight Chelsea and Liverpool for Ekitike?

The battle to sign Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike is set to intensify with Manchester United now linked. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

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Men's summer transfer grades: Man City get an A- for Reijnders

The window is open, clubs are doing business and players are on the move. Here is how we rate the biggest deals.

17hSam Tighe

A BIG ADDITION

How will Arne Slot use Florian Wirtz at Liverpool?

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RANKING THE UNIFORMS

Club World Cup kit rankings: Which team has the best jersey?

The Club World Cup is upon us, and all 32 teams are bringing new kits to the tournament. Which ones earned the highest marks?

20hChris Wright
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A DAUNTING TASK AWAITS

One year until the World Cup: Is the USMNT anywhere near ready for the challenge?

With 12 months out from the World Cup and with the Gold Cup kicking off this weekend, is the USMNT ready for its moment in the spotlight?

1dJeff Carlisle
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Forget the World Cup, USMNT doesn't look ready for the Gold Cup

After Tuesday's loss to Switzerland, USMNT boss Mauricio Pochettino must be wondering what he got himself into.

2dJeff Carlisle

POCHETTINO IN TROUBLE?

Could Mauricio Pochettino be sacked before the 2026 World Cup?

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SIZING UP THE TOURNAMENTS

FIFA CLUB WORLD CUP AND CONCACAF GOLD CUP

What's new for Club World Cup, Gold Cup: Keeper timewasting a thing of the past?

The Club World Cup and the Concacaf Gold Cup kick off Saturday, and both will look a little different with a few laws having been tweaked.

21hDale Johnson
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Inter Miami's key to Club World Cup success? Rest Messi in MLS

Inter Miami tends to keep Lionel Messi healthy and rested by using him in the bigger games and competitions.

2dLizzy Becherano

UNUSUAL CONTRACTUAL SITUATIONS

Why is there no transfer buzz around Osimhen and Vlahovic? Blame their contracts

Victor Osimhen and Dusan Vlahovic are rare scoring talents who have their prime years ahead. Yet both are trapped in unusual situations that are unfairly impacting their transfer appeal.

1dGabriele Marcotti
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