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Real Madrid's star duo, Man United's finishing headline our first Panic Index of 2024-25
We're only four-ish weeks into the 2024-25 European club season, and already, several big clubs have seen some serious -- though not insurmountable -- issues exposed.
TOP HEADLINES
MORGAN SET TO RETIRE
Alex Morgan faced relentless hype with the USWNT. She exceeded it, on and off the field
Alex Morgan retires as an all-time great, not just for her USWNT and NWSL success, but for the fights she had off the field.
Alex Morgan's career in numbers
SHOULD HE STAY OR SHOULD HE GO?
Is Borussia Dortmund the best place for Gio Reyna's career?
Gio Reyna will continue at Borussia Dortmund at least until the winter transfer window reopens, but can he regain his form again in Germany?
GLOBAL SOCCER SCORES
THURSDAY'S MATCHES
SIZING UP THE BLUES
Is Chelsea’s wild transfer strategy a game changer or just self-sabotage?
Chelsea's free-spending transfer strategy has baffled and bothered global soccer, but could there be genius in the Blues' expensive gamble on youth?
Rob Dawson sees Chelsea similarities with early Man City signings
WINLESS NO MORE
Visiting the worst soccer team in the world, San Marino, before their first win in 20 years
You might think life is hard for the worst men's national team in the world -- San Marino, FIFA rank No. 207, winless in 132 games -- but to see them play and to witness their pride, it's clear they're playing for something much bigger.
TRANSFER TALK
Transfer Talk: Madrid eye Nico Williams if Vinícius leaves
Real Madrid could look to Athletic Club's Nico Williams as a possible replacement for Vinícius Júnior. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Salah, De Bruyne, Son, Ronaldo among top free agents in 2025
These players are able to agree terms with foreign clubs in January for when their contracts expire.
WORLD CUP QUALIFYING
For Arnie's Socceroos, it's déjà vu all over again
Australia were expected to ease past Bahrain on Thursday night, but what transpired instead evoked a familiar feeling for the Socceroos.
Japan might have found a way to fit all their A-listers into one cast
After thrashing China, all of Japan's star names could find themselves in one starting XI.
CHASING THE TOP TIER
How do Newcastle, London City bridge the gap to the WSL?
Newcastle and London City Lionesses are in the second tier, but will their cash see them promoted to the WSL? And how can they stay there?
Top Headlines
- USWNT great Alex Morgan announces retirement
- Ronaldo becomes 1st man to score 900 goals
- Álvarez nets stunner as Argentina blow by Chile
- Minnows San Marino score 1st win in 20 years
- Chelsea omit Palmer from Conf. League squad
- Madrid's Militão exits Brazil camp with leg injury
- Source: Miami signing Argentine goalkeeper Ustari
- Hayes: Men's soccer not ready for women coaches
- USMNT transfer grades: All 13 moves
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Can Bayer Leverkusen defend their Bundesliga crown?
Bayer Leverkusen stunned the world when they won their first ever German Bundesliga title last season, but can they do it again this season?
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Ranking the Premier League's top 50 players for 2024-25
It's hard to rank soccer players, but we've done it again! This is who we think will be the top 50 players in the Premier League this season.
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Breakout players to watch in Premier League, LaLiga, more
Here's a closer look at the players poised to break out this season in Europe, and what makes them so special.
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Premier League kit ranking: Who has 2024-25's best jerseys?
With designs inspired by everything from ancient African art to molten metal, which club has the best kits in the Premier League for the new season?
