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Guardiola feels the strain as Arsenal, Man United reawaken with his own proteges
Pep Guardiola only had to worry about Liverpool in the past, but now Arsenal and Manchester United are threatening to return to former glories.
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THE TAP-IN
Would Arsenal's title charge be best served by losing to Man City?
If Arsenal are serious about seeing out this improbably Premier League title push, their best bet might be letting go of the FA Cup on Friday.
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TRANSFERS
The pitfalls of spending big to sign one player
The arrival of a big-money signing may seem like a dream, but there can be some issues to address when a superstar touches down at their new club.
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IS FC HOLLYWOOD BACK?
Bayern have gone full FC Hollywood as drama envelops leaders
In the 1990s, Bayern Munich's drama earned them the nickname "FC Hollywood." That moniker is in vogue again following a disastrous World Cup break.
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TRANSFERS
LIVE Transfer Talk: Chelsea to rival Liverpool for Wolves' Matheus Nunes
Chelsea are set to rival Liverpool in their efforts to sign Wolverhampton Wanderers midfielder Matheus Nunes. Transfer Talk is LIVE with the latest.
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January transfer grades: Arsenal a B for Trossard move
The January transfer window is open. Here are the big deals and how we rate them, with Arsenal signing Leandro Trossard.
LEBRON X LIVERPOOL
LeBron x Liverpool: James reveals jersey in collab with Premier League giants
LeBron James turned heads when he arrived at an NBA game wearing a special edition Liverpool jersey designed in collaboration with the soccer club.
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BRAZIL
Should Brazil hire European coach to win sixth World Cup?
All five of Brazil's World Cup titles have been won by a native coach. Should the team look beyond their borders to break a two-decade drought?
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SAUDI ARABIA MAKING A BIG PUSH
Ronaldo, Messi and the 2030 World Cup? A week of watching Saudi Arabia's major soccer ambitions
The Middle East isn't shy when it comes to bold statements of intent, but its big week of elite soccer hints at a seismic future for the region.
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Top Headlines
- Southgate considered quitting England before WC
- Kolo Toure axed by Wigan after just 58 days
- Ronaldo, Al Nassr knocked out of Saudi Cup
- Lyon chief: Gusto will not join Chelsea in January
- Sources: Gordon snubs training, eyes Newcastle
- Claudio Reyna quits Austin role amid USSF probe
- Arteta didn't want to wait for City top job - Pep
- Newcastle star Joelinton fined, banned for DUI
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