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The Best Soccer Books to Read Before the 2026 World Cup

The Best Soccer Books to Read Before the 2026 World Cup

Get ready for the 2026 World Cup by diving into the best books on soccer history, tactics, culture, and the soul of the beautiful game.
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What “Half-Space” Means in Soccer Tactics

What “Half-Space” Means in Soccer Tactics

A clear explainer on soccer's 'half-space,' defining the tactical zone, why it's so crucial for modern attacks, and which players master it.
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Raphinha Discusses Turning Down London Clubs for Barcelona Move

Raphinha Discusses Turning Down London Clubs for Barcelona Move

Raphinha Discusses Turning Down London Clubs for Barcelona Move
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The Truth About Soccer Numbers and Player Roles

The Truth About Soccer Numbers and Player Roles

A simple guide to understanding soccer's traditional numbering system and how player roles like the 'No. 9' or 'No. 10' are defined on the field.
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Why Possession in Soccer Is Not Like Time at Bat

Why Possession in Soccer Is Not Like Time at Bat

For American sports fans, the logic seems simple: more possession should mean more wins. But in soccer, that's often not the case—here's why.
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Soccer-England leave Foden and Palmer out of World Cup squad

Soccer-England leave Foden and Palmer out of World Cup squad

By Martyn Herman LONDON, May 22 (Reuters) - England will head to next month's World Cup without several familiar faces after midfielders Phil Foden and Cole Palmer missed the cut as manager Thomas Tuchel announced his squad on Friday.
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The Daily Hilario: Wednesday

The Daily Hilario: Wednesday

Your daily dose of off-topic shenanigans
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Guardiola doesn't deny reports he's leaving City, will talk to chairman before saying future plans

Guardiola doesn't deny reports he's leaving City, will talk to chairman before saying future plans

Pep Guardiola has addressed the fevered speculation about his future at Manchester City by saying he will talk to club chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak in the upcoming days before announcing whether he’ll see out the remaining year of his contract
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Players whose futures Juventus must resolve this summer

Players whose futures Juventus must resolve this summer

Plenty of movement on the transfer market in terms of outgoing players is expected for Juventus this summer.
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Vlahović to Roma? Giallorossi Monitoring Juventus Striker

Vlahović to Roma? Giallorossi Monitoring Juventus Striker

Roma are reportedly monitoring Juventus striker Dušan Vlahović as they search for attacking reinforcements.
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Raphinha Reveals Rejection of London Clubs for Barcelona Move

Raphinha Reveals Rejection of London Clubs for Barcelona Move

Raphinha Reveals Rejection of London Clubs for Barcelona Move
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Raphinha Discloses Offers from London Clubs Before Barcelona Move

Raphinha Discloses Offers from London Clubs Before Barcelona Move

Raphinha Discloses Offers from London Clubs Before Barcelona Move