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As difficulties mount at Man City, could this season be Guardiola's last?

Pep Guardiola's exit from Man City feels imminent and this season may be his last dance -- even if it means he can't go out on a high note.

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Nicol: Derby defeat could define Man City's title chances

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ALL EYES ON 2026

World Cup Onside/Offside: Good win for USMNT, last dance for Lionel Messi?

With another international break behind us and just nine months to the World Cup, what have we learned this week? For one, the U.S. needs tougher tests, and we might need to prepare for Lionel Messi's curtain call.

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Nicol: Pochettino's comments were mind blowing

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CRUCIAL WIN AS WORLD CUP APPROACHES

Zendejas' starring role has come at the right time for himself and the USMNT

Just as things were beginning to look dire for Mauricio Pochettino's side, Alejandro Zendejas & Co. produced a display that has boosted optimism around the U.S. camp.

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Pochettino 'so pleased' with the USMNT's win vs. Japan

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TAKING ISSUE

Michael Owen's 'hypocritical' comments on Harry Kane's Bayern move

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RED FLAGS ON DEFENSE

Gattuso's Italy now have a potent attack, but what's happened to their defending?

After just two games in charge of Italy, one thing is for certain: Rino Gattuso's Azzurri will be wild, must-see viewing.

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BREAKING DOWN THE CHANGES

Women's Champions League: How the new league phase format plays out

We're going to take you on a guided tour of the new UEFA Women's Champions League and show you how the draw and the format work.

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TRANSFER TALK

Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool join race to sign Wharton

Liverpool are reportedly looking to sign Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

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The strangely specific transfer obsessions of elite clubs

Every team has preferences when it comes to transfers ... but some are more surprising than others.

WORLD CUP QUALIFYING

Tuchel's first statement win boosts England's World Cup hopes

England's 5-0 win over Serbia in World Cup qualifying has given Thomas Tuchel the confidence to feel that he is finally making the right progress as manager.

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Can anyone stop Lamine Yamal and Spain marching to World Cup glory?

Spain's 6-0 win in Turkey has Lamine Yamal, Pedri & Co. looking like World Cup winners in waiting.

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