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Liverpool show grit in Merseyside derby win, but is Van Dijk in decline?
Liverpool had to sweat it out to win the latest Merseyside derby, but it was enough to see Arne Slot's team move closer to the Premier League title.

Saka's return provides a glimmer of hope in Arsenal's injury-riddled season
Bukayo Saka made his return for Arsenal after three months, making an instant impact.
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THE VAR REVIEW
How did the VAR miss Tarkowski's clear red card vs. Liverpool?
Exploring the missed red card for Everton's James Tarkowski, and explaining the offside claim on Liverpool's winning goal.
U.S. to get '31 Women's World Cup; U.K. in '35
Gianni Infantino said the United States and the United Kingdom are poised to be named as hosts of the Women's World Cup in 2031 and 2035, respectively.
Who are the 39 best men's U21 players in the world?

GLOBAL SOCCER SCOREBOARD
Ferran Torres' goal lifts Barça over Atlético and into Copa del Rey final

TRANSFER TALK
Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal begin talks with Nico Williams
Arsenal are reportedly plotting a move for Spain starlet Nico Williams this summer. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.
Letting Salah leave for free could be one of Liverpool's biggest mistakes ever
As Mo Salah eyes Erling Haaland's record, Liverpool's failure to get him a new contract looks reckless.
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SOCCER
The retired MLS All-Stars looking for one last U.S. Open Cup run
Why are so many former MLS All-Stars converging in Iowa to lead a fourth-division team on a U.S. Open Cup run?

GOAL OF THE DAY
Angelo Stiller scores stunning volley for Stuttgart
USWNT Big Board: How the 2027 World Cup team is taking shape
Top Headlines
- U.S. to get '31 Women's World Cup; U.K. in '35
- PGMOL: Tarkowski deserved red against Liverpool
- LAFC blanks Messi, Miami in CCC QF first leg
- Mourinho grabs manager's nose after cup defeat
- USWNT thrilled to welcome back 'unique' Rodman
- Barça dream of treble after booking Clásico final
- Simeone defends Atlético's season after Copa exit
- USMNT's Adams: Pro-rel would improve MLS
- Assessing Man City's recent signings
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