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Are Real Madrid ready to begin the Xabi Alonso era at the Club World Cup?

Alonso needs to hit the ground running at Real Madrid, with the Club World Cup starting just three weeks after he was hired as coach.

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RANKING THE TEAMS

MLS Power Rankings: Philly win to keep pressure on Vancouver at the top

Despite the Gold Cup and Club World Cup causing havoc, Philadelphia Union are eying top spot in ESPN's MLS Power Rankings.

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NWSL Power Rankings: Can anyone stop Kansas City?

When the Current are firing on all cylinders, there's no stopping them. That and more in our latest rankings.

CLUB WORLD CUP

Club World Cup updates, odds: PSG, Bayern Munich start strong

If PSG and Bayern weren't already favorites to win the tournament, they are now. Here's what you missed from the Club World Cup's opening weekend, and what to watch for on Tuesday.

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USMNT ROLL IN GOLD CUP OPENER

Malik Tillman shines as USMNT secures a much-needed win

Tillman was the USMNT's best player as Mauricio Pochettino’s team bounced back from a rough week to open its Gold Cup play with a victory.

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Pochettino: Important to start with a win in Gold Cup

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TRANSFER TALK

Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid eye trio of free agents

Real Madrid eye a trio of targets, including Liverpool's Ibrahima Konate. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

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Men's summer transfer grades: Spurs get a B for permanent Tel deal

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

GLOBAL SOCCER SCORES

DELIVERING A BIG BLOW

Bayern Munich's ruthless win in Club World Cup sets new FIFA record

Bayern Munich set a new all-time record in FIFA competitions.

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ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Chelsea Keep or Dump: How should the Blues trim their squad before next season?

Fresh off winning the UEFA Europa Conference League and finishing in the top four, what must manager Enzo Maresca & Co. do this offseason to prepare and refine their squad?

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Nicol: Rodrygo would be perfect for Arsenal

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