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2025 Concacaf Gold Cup

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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Richards saves the day for the USMNT on a night when the frontline couldn't

The United States have officially qualified for the quarterfinals of the Gold Cup, but the performances from the attacking players will need to improve.

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    2025 FIFA Club World Cup

    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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    Club World Cup: How every team can qualify for round of 16

    The group stage at the Club World Cup is well underway, and this is how every team can reach the round of 16.

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      TRANSFER WINDOW LATEST

      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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      GOING GLOBAL

      17 different nationalities? Only 19% local players? The Club World Cup's most diverse teams

      One team at the Club World Cup is represented by 17 different nationalities. Another only has 19% local players.

      2hGabriel Tan
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      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.

      19hJon Arnold

      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.

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      GLOBAL SOCCER SCOREBOARD

      CLUB WORLD CUP FALLOUT

      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.

      20hConstantin Eckner
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      STARS OF THE FUTURE

      Euro 2025 breakout stars: Which U21 players will shine?

      Euro 2025 will offer some young players the chance to shine, and there are a number of impressive U21 stars looking to do just that.

      1dYash Thakur
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