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Ranking the 21 best U21 players at the 2026 World Cup
Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, ESPN brings you our list of the tournament's next young stars aged 21 or under.
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FIFA WORLD CUP
GAMES BEGIN JUNE 11 AT 3 P.M. ET
World Cup final squads ranked: Of all 48 national teams, which can win this summer?
We have the final 26-player squads that can win the FIFA World Cup, so let's go through all 48 teams and rank where they stand.
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PREMIER LEAGUE LATEST
Premier League giants hit managerial reset button, but who will capitalize?
The Premier League season ended just nine days ago, but Arne Slot's dismissal as Liverpool manager means the biggest clubs are preparing for a new battle at the top already.
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True Blue: Chelsea release 2026-27 home kit after celebrity stealth launch campaign
Chelsea have unveiled their new 2026-27 home kit, though you might have seen it before its official release.
UNITED STATES MEN'S TEAM
FINAL PREPERATIONS BEFORE WORLD CUP
'This is a starting point': U.S. Soccer's new home will help grow the game
U.S. Soccer never had a permanent home for its players. Now it does, and it stands to change the way future stars and coaches learn the game.
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USMNT builds World Cup momentum by beating Senegal but questions remain
Mauricio Pochettino's plans for this team are beginning to come into clearer focus.
WORLD CUP WARM-UPS
INTERNATIONAL FRIENDLY SCOREBOARD
'RED, WHITE & CLUELESS'
THE EXTRAORDINARY UNTOLD STORY
Coming June 3: How a ragtag team and wild coach helped America fall in love with soccer
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TRANSFER TALK
Transfer rumors, news: Barcelona to turn to Kane if Álvarez deal falls through
Barcelona could move for Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane if a deal for Atlético Madrid's Julián Álvarez falls through. Transfer Talk has the latest.
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Laurens: Konaté has to be on PSG's list after Liverpool departure
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TRANSFER WINDOW LOOKAHEAD
Transfer window preview: What do Europe's big clubs need?
The transfer window is set to open across Europe in June and July, so what are the top clubs planning? Who comes in? Who will go?
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WSL transfer window preview: Chelsea to sign a striker after Shaw snub?
The transfer window is open for the WSL on June 18, but what could happen among the big teams?
ARSENAL'S HECTIC SEASON
Inside Arsenal's mammoth 63-game season: Premier League glory, UCL heartbreak
Arsenal's Premier League title triumph has been years in the making. For the first time, ESPN can reveal the strategy which took them back to the top.
Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, and Martin Odegaard of Arsenal celebrate
Burley: Arsenal Champions League tactics 'very disappointing'
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Top Headlines
- Messi trains solo in Argentina training session
- U.S. delays WCup entry for Swiss striker Embolo
- FIFA sued for painting over Dallas whale mural
- Sources: Liverpool open formal Iraola talks
- Mexico lose CAS appeal for anti-gay chant fines
- Sources: Hoyos to stay as Miami coach post-WC
- Fulham confirm Silva to leave club this summer
- Pele's 1958 World Cup shirt goes to auction
- ⚽ Transfer needs, targets for top clubs
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If Premier League transfer trend continues, who could move?
The summer of 2025 saw a huge increase in transfers between Premier League clubs. Here are some players who could move for big money but will stay in England.
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Why Mourinho's Real Madrid return is affected by club elections
The upcoming elections at Real Madrid have delayed the rehiring of José Mourinho, and they could end up paying much more to appoint him as a result.
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Premier League 2025-26 awards: Best game, worst transfer, best XI, more
The Premier League season is over! What did Bill Connelly love and hate about it? It's time to serve up his alternative prizes for the good and bad across the 2025-26 campaign.
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Premier League 2026-27 predictions: Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, more
With Arsenal crowned Premier League champions in 2025-26, it's time to spin it forward: Will the Gunners add flair again? Can Chelsea contend? Will Arne Slot survive at Liverpool? Our writers make their predictions.
Legends chasing milestones
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Cristiano Ronaldo goal tracker: Road to 1,000 career goals
With Cristiano Ronaldo on the quest to score 1,000 goals, ESPN provides goal-by-goal analysis of the Portuguese superstar's quest.
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Messi tracker: Goals, assists, key moments in 2026
ESPN provides game-by-game analysis of Lionel Messi's performances for Inter Miami and Argentina.
