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USWNT great Crystal Dunn retires from soccer at 33

Decorated defender Crystal Dunn announced her retirement from soccer on Thursday at age 33. The U.S. Women's National Team great won the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup and 2024 Olympic gold medal.

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Romagnoli Will Miss Genoa Clash but He’s Expected to Stay at Lazio

Despite all the turmoil, Alessio Romagnoli is tipped to remain a Lazio player by the end of the January transfer window. While the Biancocelesti have been extremely active on the market this month, Romagnoli’s transfer saga has been dominating the headlines in recent days.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 29

Roma chief Massara: ‘Dybala will have tests, Carrasco off the table’

Roma director Ricky Massara confirms Paulo Dybala will ‘have tests’ on his knee tomorrow, so won’t play against Panathinaikos, while Yannick Carrasco is ‘off the table.’ It kicks off at the Spyros Louis stadium in Athens at 20.00 GMT (21.00 CET).

Lille News / Caught Offside / January 29

Man United icon wants £75m signing with 'legs and the engine' as Mainoo’s partner

Former Manchester United defender Jaap Stam has urged the club to sign Carlos Baleba from Brighton at the end of the season. “I really like Carlos Baleba at Brighton and think he could replace Casemiro at Manchester United,” Stam told TEAMtalk.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 29

Report: Liverpool join three-way tussle for 6ft 4in midfield prodigy

Liverpool are interested in signing the Tromso midfielder Jens Hjerto-Dahl. The 20-year-old central midfielder is also on the radar of Bologna and Lazio.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / January 29

Tottenham ‘working’ on January move for 12-G/A hitman to fire second-half revival

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta. The 28-year-old has been linked with the move away from Crystal Palace in recent weeks, and Spurs are prepared to secure his signature.

Bologna News / Football Italia / January 29

Italiano: ‘Bologna paying a heavy price for obvious errors’

Bologna coach Vincenzo Italiano explains his squad choices for the Europa League game with Maccabi Tel-Aviv, warning they are ‘paying a heavy price’ for errors lately.

Bayer Leverkusen News / SempreInter.com / January 29

Report – Inter Milan In Advanced Talks With Genoa For Ex Arsenal Wingback

Talks between Inter Milan and Genoa over the transfer of Brooke Norton-Cuffy have reportedly reached ‘advanced stages.’ According to Sky Sport Italia via FCInter1908, the clubs are negotiating a deal for the Englishman’s move to San Siro.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 29

Lecce send Kaba to Nantes, Maleh to Cremonese

Lecce have been busy today, officially sending Mohamed Kaba to FC Nantes, while Youssef Maleh is set for Cremonese. You can keep up to date with the latest transfer news in Serie A on our Liveblog.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 29

Gyokeres is looking forward to tough Leeds United game

Viktor Gyokeres is hoping to be part of the Arsenal side that faces Leeds United this weekend, fully aware that the fixture will present a significant challenge.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 29

Matt Law tries to explain 'surprising' transfer decision with potential loan back

Chelsea’s January transfer activity was predicted to be pretty limited, and it’s proving to be just that so far. The Blues have been heavily linked with bids to sign a new central defender, but so far their main activity at the back has been recalling Aaron Anselmino from Borussia Dortmund.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / January 29

Thomas Frank reveals the 13-word advice he gave Randal Kolo Muani after impressive UCL outing

Randal Kolo Muani put an eventful couple of days behind him with a goal to send Tottenham Hotspur through to the Champions League last-16 with a 2-0 win at Eintracht Frankfurt on Wednesday night.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 29

‘I wouldn’t be panicking’ Pundit has no doubts about Arsenal’s title chances

Theo Walcott believes Arsenal should not be overly concerned about their recent form ahead of the Premier League run-in, despite failing to win their last three league matches.

Nottingham Forest News / Field Level Media / January 29

Red Bulls acquire GK Ethan Horvath from Cardiff City

The New York Red Bulls acquired U.S. goalkeeper Ethan Horvath from Welsh side Cardiff City on Thursday. Horvath, 30, arrives on a free transfer after New York sent $150,000 in 2026-27 general allocation money and the highest of its 2027 second-round draft picks to Charlotte FC for his discovery rights.

Liverpool FC News / Caught Offside / January 29

Alonso wants Salah gone: Liverpool legend among three stars set for brutal clear-out

Alonso continues to be linked with a move to Liverpool, and Arne Slot could be shown the door in the coming weeks. Liverpool have not been at their best this season, and the Dutch manager is under considerable pressure.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 29

Liam Rosenior is underqualified – but that doesn’t mean he’s unprepared

This is a syndicated version of this story, originally featured on the BBC Sport website. With victory over Crystal Palace on Sunday, Liam Rosenior made it 4 wins from 5 games since taking over as Chelsea manager.

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Soccer News / Field Level Media / January 29

Earthquakes sign German striker Timo Werner

The San Jose Earthquakes acquired forward Timo Werner from Bundesliga side Red Bull Leipzig on a permanent transfer Thursday and signed him to a designated player contract through June 2028.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / January 29

Gyokeres praised returning Arsenal man who provided an assist for him

Viktor Gyokeres has indicated that he would be happy to continue playing alongside Kai Havertz after the German returned from injury and provided an assist during Arsenal’s Champions League match against Kairat.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / January 29

Isak’s Liverpool season looks worse than it really is

Alexander Isak’s first season at Liverpool has been difficult, but the idea that he has been “poor” does not stand up well when his context is properly examined.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 29

Enzo Maresca does not come off well from star man’s 'electric' comparison with Liam Rosenior

Joao Pedro is the man of the hour at Chelsea right now, and he spoke post game to CBS Sport last night about what it was like playing under a new manager.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 29

German prodigy has aspirations of ‘dream’ Liverpool move; Reds have been linked with him before

Brighton forward Brajan Gruda has namechecked Liverpool in citing his aspirations to ‘play for a top club’ later in his career. The Reds had actually been

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 29

Gerrard says Man City will not go away in the title race

Steven Gerrard believes Manchester City will continue to track Arsenal closely in the Premier League title race this season as the Gunners push to finally secure the title.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 29

‘I made my choice’ – Hugo Ekitike sends pointed dig as he doubles down on transfer decision

Hugo Ekitike has insisted that he made the right choice by opting to sign for Liverpool last summer. The Frenchman has been an instant success at Anfield,

Soccer News / Stretty News / January 29

Brown says one Man Utd man is ‘excellent’ every time he plays, he’s featured for one minute under Carrick

Wes Brown has heaped praise on Manchester United youngster Ayden Heaven – as well as Michael Carrick’s handling of him. The 19-year-old prospect endured a slow start to the season at Old Trafford, featuring for just 28 minutes across two matches by the end of November.

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Brown says one Man Utd man is ‘excellent’ every time he plays, he’s featured for one minute under Carrick

Manchester United News / Stretty News / January 29

‘Talks ongoing’ for wantaway Man Utd star who gave the green light for UCL giants

Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee continues to push towards the exit door, with Juventus emerging as a serious destination. After making the move from Bologna in the summer of 2024, the Dutchman endured a rollercoaster first campaign at Old Trafford, but at least he was a regular feature in the lineup.