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How Xabi Alonso made his rapid rise from rookie coach to Real Madrid
Less than three years into his career as a top-level coach, Alonso is returning to Real Madrid, the most pressurized job in football. He's earned it.

Madrid appoint Alonso as Ancelotti's successor
Real Madrid have confirmed the appointment of Xabi Alonso as the club's new head coach until 2028.
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PREMIER LEAGUE FINAL DAY
Premier League final day: Mohamed Salah's record, relegation woes and more
From the race for Champions League to Mohamed Salah's pursuit of history, here are the storylines to look out for on the Premier League's final day.
With one game to go, find out how the European places work in the Premier League
How can Premier League clubs qualify for the Champions League, Europa League and Conference League?

TRANSFER TALK
Transfer rumors, news: Gunners shift their sights toward Leão
Could AC Milan star Rafael Leão be headed to Arsenal this summer? Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

GLOBAL SOCCER SCOREBOARD

FOLLOWING MESSI
Messi scores on free kick, helps Miami rally to earn draw vs. Philadelphia
Messi tracker: All goals, assists, key moments for Inter Miami in 2025
With Lionel Messi in the final year of his contract with Inter Miami, see analysis of his game performances.

ARSENAL REIGN SUPREME
After 18-year wait, Arsenal are European champs again, ushering in thrilling new UWCL era
Arsenal are shock winners of the UEFA Women's Champions League, the first time the trophy went to a club other than Barcelona or Lyon in a decade.
How Arsenal made Women's Champions League history

TRENT'S ANFIELD FAREWELL
Why do fans boo their team, and will it happen again to Liverpool's Alexander-Arnold?
In his first match at Anfield after confirming his Liverpool exit, Trent Alexander-Arnold was booed. Will it be the same for his final game on Sunday, and why do fans boo their team's players anyway?

ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE
Congratulations, you've been promoted to the Premier League! Now what?
The past six teams to come up to the Premier League have gone straight back down. How can Leeds, Burnley and Sunderland break that cycle next season?
How Liverpool said goodbye to a club legend and somehow won the Premier League
From the end of one historic era under Jürgen Klopp, Liverpool immediately began another under Arne Slot.

END OF AN ERA
Ancelotti bids emotional farewell to take place among Real Madrid greats
Even legends get fired at Real Madrid after a trophyless season, but Ancelotti leaves as the club's most successful coach, and a tough act to follow.
Moreno: Fans around the world appreciate Luka Modrić
Top Headlines
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- Gotham wins first Concacaf W Champions Cup
- Miami shows 'soul,' 'fight' in Messi-inspired rally
- AC Milan fans bash brass in 'Go Home' protest
- 👀 Looking back: Liverpool's 'Miracle of Istanbul'
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As Europe's soccer season winds down, a bunch of teams got relegated or qualified for European competition on Saturday. Here's a rundown of all the results.
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With celebrity owners such as Natalie Portman and cool lifestyle merch drops, Angel City is a preeminent brand in women's soccer. Is being a good soccer team next?
Kyle Rivas/Getty Images Messi tracker: Goals, assists, key moments for Inter Miami
With Lionel Messi in the final year of his contract with Inter Miami, ESPN provides game-by-game analysis of the World Cup winner's performances.