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Who on the USMNT 'has that dog in them'? xDAWG can quantify that

The USMNT has been accused of lacking its once-trademark fight in recent seasons. If only there were a metric that could help quantify grit.

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EMBRACING DATA & ANALYTICS

Want to hire the next Jürgen Klopp? This is how data can help you

All clubs now use analytics to sign players in the transfer window, but now some are embracing it in their managerial searches too.

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TRANSFER TALK

Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal join Man United in race for West Ham youngster

Arsenal are set to join Paris Saint-Germain, Atlético Madrid and Manchester United in the race for West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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MESSI CAN'T BE STOPPED

Messi and the forgotten tape: Oral history of Argentina's race vs. Spain to recruit young Barcelona star

How would the past 20 years of international football have looked if Lionel Messi had played for Spain? ESPN spoke to those who shaped his Argentina career.

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Players on facing Messi: The thrill of meeting a hero -- and the oddity of ticking him off

Players find themselves in a precarious position: They meet their heroes, but can also end up facing their wrath.

TITLE RACE GOES TO FINAL DAY

Chasing a first Scottish title since 1960, Hearts really want to compete long-term

Hearts are 90 minutes from a first Scottish title since 1960 -- also a first for a club outside Glasgow in over 40 years -- or sadness. Their fans are hoping this is the start, not the end, of their challenge.

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Laurens slams 'disgusting' VAR decision for Celtic vs. Motherwell

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STAYING IN TOUCH AT THE TOP

Feeling the pressure yet, Arsenal? Man City simply won't go away in title race

Arsenal desperately want to seize the Premier League trophy, but Pep Guardiola and Manchester City are going to make them earn it.

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WORLD CUP COUNTDOWN

World Cup predicted starting lineups

We're just a month away from the 2026 World Cup! How do all the major contenders -- and the three co-hosts -- look in terms of rosters and starters?

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World Cup Power Rankings: Who are the front-runners with 30 days to go?

Our reporters ranked the top 15 contenders for this summer's top prize as they see it.

WOMEN'S SOCCER

NWSL Power Rankings: San Diego takes top spot, Washington's streak continues

Our new No. 1 in the ESPN's NWSL Power Rankings is the San Diego Wave, though the Washington Spirit's hot streak continues.

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How Bev Priestman is quietly rebuilding her career in New Zealand

Priestman stands on the brink of her first trophy since being banned for her role in Canada's drone scandal.

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