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From New Jersey to Madrid via Brazil, Atlético is next big step for USMNT's Johnny Cardoso
Johnny Cardoso had a difficult summer with the U.S., but joining Atlético Madrid is a chance to step up and meet a new challenge. He's used to that.

Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool to rival Arsenal for Real Madrid's Rodrygo
Talks are set to be held between Liverpool and Real Madrid regarding a move for winger Rodrygo.
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THE TOE POKE
As Yamal gets new shirt number, who are Barcelona's greatest No. 10s?
Lamine Yamal has got a new Barcelona squad number: No. 10. It's been worn by some of the all-time greats, from Lionel Messi to Diego Maradona.
Man United bring back classic '90s 'snowflake' away kit for 2025-26
Manchester United have brought back a popular design from the early 1990s.

ALEXANDER-ARNOLD'S JOURNEY
Alexander-Arnold transformed Liverpool. Will he do the same for Real Madrid?
Trent Alexander-Arnold left the Premier League as one of its best players ever. Whether he can reach similar heights in LaLiga as a Real Madrid player will be fascinating to watch.

ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE
Richards is delivering on his immense potential for the USMNT, Palace
Chris Richards has long been expected to be a pillar of the USMNT's 2026 World Cup.

WOMEN'S EUROS
Revitalised Sweden pose serious threat to England at Euro 2025
At Euro 2022, England thrashed Sweden 4-0. Three years on, Swedish are a different proposition, and the England players know it.
How Norway's nine-tournament wonder Mjelde overcame injury to reach Euro 2025
Norway legend Maren Mjelde is playing in her ninth major tournament and has come through injury hell to get there.

BALLON D'OR
PSG's Dembélé is the front-runner to win the Ballon d'Or -- but who actually deserves it?
Now that PSG have lost the Club World Cup, the 2024-25 season is officially over and we can pick the Ballon d'Or for the best player. Who really deserves it?

WHAT DID WE LEARN?
World Cup lessons from Club World Cup: Extreme weather, bad traffic, kickoff times, more
With the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup behind us, what issues emerged this summer that need to be addressed ahead of next summer's World Cup in the U.S., Mexico and Canada? Our reporters weigh in.
Club World Cup takeaways: Rating the tournament, surprise teams, more
Time to let our reporters chime in with their final thoughts on the good, bad and ugly.

STARS ON THE MOVE?
Would Rodrygo be an upgrade on Díaz for Liverpool?

NEW NO. 1
MLS Power Rankings: Messi can't be stopped, Miami back on top
Lionel Messi registered his fifth straight multigoal game, propelling Miami to the top of ESPN's MLS Power Rankings.
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- Yamal given Messi's iconic Barça No. 10 jersey
- USMNT's Johnny Cardoso joins Atlético Madrid
- Nico Williams explains 10-year Athletic extension
- FIFA reveals details to apply for World Cup tickets
- Ter Stegen trains alone, Barça future in doubt
- Charlotte FC to host 2026 MLS All-Star Game
- Source: Liverpool make approach for striker Isak
- Sources: Bellingham out 12 weeks post-surgery
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Injury-hit Vancouver fell to the Galaxy, leaving the door open for Nashville to take top spot in ESPN's MLS Power Rankings.
Peter Byrne/PA Images via Getty Images Remembering Diogo Jota, whose loss is felt beyond Liverpool
The death of Liverpool forward Diogo Jota has caused an outpouring of grief from those associated with the Reds and far beyond. As Jurgen Klopp put it, "there must be a bigger purpose, but I can't see it."
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.