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Most big clubs like Barcelona and Liverpool are trending down in 2022-23 ... here's why it matters
Barcelona could cruise to the league title and still feel uncertain about the future. Most big clubs are in the same boat, too. Why?


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NATIONAL WOMEN'S SOCCER LEAGUE
At last, NWSL players can hopefully focus on soccer, not scandal
Women's soccer has been plagued by scandal, but in 2023 as the league works on implementing reforms, the players can worry solely about the game.
Debut of VAR, World Cup, and coaching carousel add intrigue to 2023 season
The NWSL is ready to move on from last year's abuse allegations. The debut of VAR and more will help.

UEFA WOMEN'S CHAMPIONS LEAGUE
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What to watch for in the international break: Reyna's return; Ronaldo, Kane eye records
The 2022 World Cup is now in the rear-view mirror, but as we enter the first international break since Qatar there's plenty to watch out for.

SOCCER TRANSFERS
Transfer Talk: Juventus tracking USMNT star Timothy Weah
United States star Timothy Weah could be in line for a blockbuster move to Serie A giants Juventus. Transfer Talk has the latest.

STERLING STILL HAS A BIG ROLE
Why Sterling will play for England when it matters most, no matter what
Amid a tough first season at Chelsea, Raheem Sterling isn't in England's latest squad, but he still has a big role to play for the Three Lions.

ARAUJO SPEAKS
Julian Araujo relishing Barcelona move after transfer drama: 'It's another world'
Julian Araujo speaks about his chaotic move from MLS to Barcelona, his ambitions with Mexico, and his advocacy for farm workers in California.

KVARADONA'S STORY
What can we learn from the unlikely, and amazing, rise of Khvicha Kvaratskhelia?
Until this season, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia was off the radar, toiling in Russia's domestic league. Now at Napoli, he's a superstar. How did everyone 'miss' him? How did he get to the top? And what, if anything, can we learn from his story?

WHAT'S NEXT FOR BRAZIL?
Brazil left searching for a spark while Argentina celebrates
Three months on from the Qatar World Cup, the contrast between winners Argentina and archrivals Brazil could not be more stark.
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- Sources: Man Utd bidders get deadline extension
- Ronaldo: Man United exit bad 'phase of career'
- Balogun would be 'great addition' to U.S. - Turner
- Ex-Arsenal, Madrid star Ozil retires aged 34
- Sources: Spurs keen on Man Utd GK Henderson
- Mancini denies wrongdoing amid Man City probe
- Southgate: Italy failure a warning for England
- Lyon condemn Aouar abuse after Algeria switch
- Ref suspended for watching replay on fan's phone
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