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Premier League stars are tough, but criticism can hurt them and their loved ones
In his latest column, ESPN FC analyst and ex-Man City defender Nedum Onuoha reveals how much attention players pay to all the negative talk about them.

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ARE STRIKERS THE SOLUTION?
Can the USMNT's problems be fixed by Sargent and Pepi moving to bigger clubs?
USMNT fans often argue Josh Sargent and Ricardo Pepi should move to the Premier League instead of staying in lower leagues -- but is that true?

PROBLEMS GALORE FOR U.S. MEN
Moreno calls out Pulisic & the USMNT after Nations League defeats
Are Landon Donovan's USMNT comments fair or foul?

TRANSFER TALK
Transfer rumors, news: Man United to let 10 leave, sign Akcicek
Manchester United fans can ready themselves for a big summer with 10 players ready to leave. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.
Is Argentina vs. Brazil the best international fixture?

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INTERNATIONAL REACTION
France fix their issues to book UEFA Nations League finals place. Next? World Cup
France have belief to go with their talent and, after righting the ship to beat Croatia and reach the UEFA Nations League finals, they can start to think about the World Cup.
Tuchel learns how slow-going England's World Cup prep will be
The new England manager may need to fight frustration and boredom as he waits for the Three Lions to be tested.

VICTORY FOR EL TRI
Mexico turn back the clock for first Concacaf Nations League title
Mexico went old-school to seal its first ever Concacaf Nations League title, but familiar issues from the crowd remain and evolution is needed.

WHAT HAPPENED? WHAT NOW?
Eight reasons why Juventus fired Thiago Motta, and three lessons for the rebuild
After a month in which Juventus crashed out of the Champions League and the Coppa Italia, they finally parted ways with manager Thiago Motta. Here's why they did it and what else the club needs to fix.
Top Headlines
- Güler, Szoboszlai row continues: 'This guy a joke'
- Ronaldo: Penalty miss? Knew Portugal would win
- NWSL condemns alleged abuse of Pride's Banda
- Blatter, Platini cleared in FIFA corruption case
- Tuchel on Reece James: His quality never in doubt
- Kirby, Mead set for Lionesses return vs. Belgium
- Alajuelense blasts Concacaf for backing León
- Source: Chelsea can return Sancho for $6.5m
- Projecting 2026 World Cup talent
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