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Ranking the top 25 men's football players of the 21st century
We reveal the best 25 men since 2000 with their accomplishments and why they're on the list.
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Ranking the top 25 women's football players of the 21st century
Who makes our list of the top women's soccer players since 2000? ESPN reveals the best 25 with their accomplishments and why they're on the list.
TOP HEADLINES
OLYMPIC HOPEFULS
How far can Asia's hopefuls go at the Olympic men's football tournament?
Asia will be represented at the Olympic men's football tournament by Japan, Uzbekistan and Iraq. How far can they go?
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Overage players at men's Olympics: Álvarez, Lacazette, more
Who are the overage stars who have decided to pull on their boots at the 2024 Olympic Games?
COACHING PROSPECTS
The Postecoglou effect: AFC's next wave of elite football managers
ESPN takes a look at seven managers that have made a name for themselves in the AFC, what makes them so great, and where they could go next.
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Why Hasebe could be first Asian manager of a top European club
Makoto Hasebe has taken his first step down a path that could eventually see him buck a peculiar trend: no Asian has taken charge of a notable European club.
TRANSFER TALK
Transfer Talk: Man Utd, Atleti join race for France star Fofana
Man Utd and Atletico Madrid have joined the race for Monaco midfielder Youssouf Fofana, according to reports. Transfer Talk has the latest.
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Why Ivan Toney could help Arsenal's title chase next season
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THE TOE POKE
Football kit heritage: Ranking every Venezia jersey by Kappa as era of style ends
After three years producing some of the world's most stylish soccer jerseys, Kappa is no longer Venezia's kit supplier. We rank all 10 glorious shirts.
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PREVIEWING PARIS
USWNT looked awful at the World Cup. Is gold at the Olympics still in play?
Dreaming of Olympic gold is in the USA's DNA, but after a disastrous Women's World Cup, it's time to temper expectations around the USWNT.
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How Canada have used 2012 bronze to drive Olympic success
Canada have struggled at Women's World Cups, but have a great record at the Olympics and are defending champions. What's behind it?
NEW LOOKS FOR THE NEW SEASON
Bellingham, Mbappé, Camacho unveil Real Madrid's 2024-25 away jersey
Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappé and Carla Camacho model Real Madrid's bright new away kit for the 2024-25 season
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Nike unveils its last Premier League ball for 2024-25 season
The Premier League and Nike have rolled out their official match ball for the 2024-25 campaign.
MADRID'S NEWEST YOUNG STAR
The story of Endrick: Real Madrid's bright new young talent, and Brazil's new hope
Brazil forward Endrick turns 18 on July 21 and finally joins Real Madrid, a club that believes he is destined for greatness. Here's how he got there.
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BALLON D'OR PREDICTIONS
Predicting who will win the 2024 Ballon d'Or -- and picking who actually should win it
The Ballon d'Or is soccer's most prestigious individual award. Will Lionel Messi win again? Or should it be Vinicius Junior, Jude Bellingham or Rodri?
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The ESPN FC crew pick their Ballon d'Or winner
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Top Headlines
- Maresca defends Fernández amid racist chant
- Haaland scores, but Celtic hit 4 past City for win
- Source: Man Utd target Bayern defender Mazraoui
- Arteta admits transfers needed for Prem title push
- Olympic spying: NZ report Canada over drone
- Marseille complete deal for Spurs' Højbjerg
- Sources: Dovbyk agrees terms with Atlético
- De Bruyne not leaving amid Saudi links - Pep
Tables, fixtures and scores
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League tables
Updated tables from the Premier League, Champions League, LaLiga, English Football League and more.
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Upcoming fixtures
Keep track of all the important upcoming fixtures for all the clubs and countries in world football here.
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Latest scores
Results and scores from the Premier League, Champions League, LaLiga, English Football League and more.
