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USMNT eases pressure with big win to open Gold Cup, but tougher tests ahead
Sunday's big win should relieve some pressure on a U.S. team that's been struggling for form and harmony of late. However, it's clear bigger tests are ahead at this Gold Cup and beyond.
Pochettino: Important to start with a win in Gold Cup
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CLUB WORLD CUP
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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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TRANSFER TALK
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Could Barcelona sign Milan winger Rafael Leao in a direct swap with defender Ronald Araujo? Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.
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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.
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.
REAL MADRID
ALONSO ERA STARTS
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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.
GAB MARCOTTI HAS HIS SAY
Marcotti: Pochettino wrong to call out Pulisic
Marcotti: Garnacho's time at Man United is up
A TEENAGE SENSATION
The next Neymar, called 'Messinho': Is Estêvão ready for Chelsea?
Estêvão is the most promising Brazilian teenager since Neymar, and he's about to be tested in the Premier League when he joins Chelsea.
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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