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The USMNT is a mess. That's the price of the U.S. becoming a 'soccer country'

The more the U.S. cares about soccer and produces better players, the more dysfunctional the USMNT becomes. That's just how it is.

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WHO MIGHT MOVE?

What we're hearing in the transfer window: Napoli chase Núñez; Chelsea eye Joâo Pedro

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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Marsden: Nico Williams is Barcelona's No. 1 transfer target

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TRANSFER TALK

Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool turn to Guéhi to replace Quansah

Liverpool will make a move for Crystal Palace center back Marc Guéhi. 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 SCOREBOARD

CLUB WORLD CUP LATEST

Messi magic helps Inter Miami make Club World Cup history in comeback

Lionel Messi did what he normally does -- the incredible -- as Inter Miami stunned Porto to boost their chances of a place in the last-16. Here's what you need to know from Thursday's Club World Cup action.

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Nicol fears Real Madrid are in for a long season

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SIZING UP DORTMUND'S SITUATION

Is Dortmund's talent-factory model succeeding, sustainable?

Borussia Dortmund are known for developing young players, but that talent has yielded precious little silverware in recent years.

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THE GLOBAL GAME

Is the Club World Cup important? Yes, just ask the South American teams

South American clubs are using the Club World Cup as a chance to reclaim global relevance, while their fans are bringing their energy to the United States.

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