Midfield

N’Golo Kanté gets angry with referee’s decision and the call immediately gets changed

France midfielder N’Golo Kanté is loved worldwide for his calmness on the field and a smile that could solve all the world’s problems. Kanté plays for Al Ittihad in the Saudi Pro League and is continuing to do what he does best: make crunching tackles with a cool head.

That was the case until Tuesday’s King’s Cup battle against Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr. In a rare flash of anger, fans got to see Kanté upset.

The USMNT’s most unlikely hero? Cristian Roldan makes case for 2026 World Cup roster inclusion

The United States men’s national team roster for the 2026 World Cup is a true mystery just eight months away from the start of the tournament. Cristian Roldan threw another curveball into the plan with an impressive performance in the midfield during the USMNT’s 2-1 friendly win vs. Australia on Tuesday.

It’s no secret that the 30-year-old Seattle Sounders midfielder has his fair share of critics among the U.S. fanbase. Roldan has often been a metaphorical punching bag for fans during his limited appearances for the national team over the past few years.

With the news of Sergio Busquets retiring, enjoy 7 minutes of him being a baller in midfield

Iconic Spanish midfielder Sergio Busquets announced that he will retire following the conclusion of Inter Miami’s 2025 MLS season. The 37-year-old will undoubtedly go down as one of the greatest midfielders we’ve ever seen.

Following the news of his retirement, fans have fondly looked back at Busquets highlights over his decorated career. There will arguably never be a more cool and collected defensive midfielder in the world.

Here are seven minutes of Busquets bossing the midfield as if his life depended on it.

Bayern Munich legend Thomas Müller set to join high-flying Vancouver Whitecaps

Thomas Müller is preparing to call a new club home after spending 25 years with Bayern Munich. His next destination? The Vancouver Whitecaps of Major League Soccer.

The move to join Vancouver has been anything but simple. GIVEMESPORT’s Tom Bogert reported that one hiccup in the transfer has been Müller’s “Discovery Rights.”

USMNT midfielder Johnny Cardoso completes eye-catching transfer to Atlético Madrid

American midfielder Johnny Cardoso will join Atletico Madrid from Real Betis, both LaLiga clubs confirmed on Wednesday.

The 23-year-old has signed a contract until 2030 with Diego Simeone's side after a successful spell at the Seville-based club.

Johnny Cardoso Atletico Madrid transfer

Watch: Scott McTominay’s emotional reaction to winning Serie A title with Napoli

Scott McTominay’s fairy tale first season at Napoli ended in the grandest way possible on Friday as he scored a fantastic scissor kick to help clinch the Serie A title for his side.

The former Manchester United man broke down in tears as the celebrations began in Naples following the club’s 2-0 victory against Cagliari.

McTominay emotional after Serie A title win

OFFICIAL: Luka Modric to leave Real Madrid after 2025 Club World Cup

Luka Modric will leave Real Madrid after the Club World Cup, the Croatian midfielder said on Thursday as the club's most successful player and the 2018 Ballon d'Or winner prepares to end a trophy-laden stint in Spain.

Modric, who arrived at the club from Tottenham Hotspur in 2012, has played almost 600 games for Real and won nearly 30 trophies including a record six Champions League titles and four LaLiga trophies.

Thomas Müller announces he will leave Bayern Munich at end of the season

Bayern Munich crowd favorite Thomas Müller will leave the German record champions at the end of the season after 25 trophy-laden years because he was not offered another contract, he said on Saturday.

In a message on social media, the 35-year-old attacking midfielder, who started as a youth player and won a record 12 league crowns with Bayern - the most by any Bundesliga player - said he would have liked to stay on.

Thomas Müller leaving Bayern

Spain and Barcelona legend Andres Iniesta announces retirement at 40

BARCELONA — Former Barcelona and Spain midfielder Andres Iniesta announced his retirement on Tuesday after a glittering trophy-laden career spanning 24 years.

Iniesta, 40, was at the heart of the Spain and Barcelona midfield during a period of sustained success for both teams in the late 2000s and early 2010s.

"Please allow me to be a little emotional today," a tearful Iniesta, who most recently played for Emirates Club in the United Arab Emirates, told a press conference.

‘This season is over’ says Pep Guardiola on star midfielder Rodri’s status

MANCHESTER — Manchester City midfielder Rodri will miss the rest of the season after rupturing his anterior cruciate ligament, manager Pep Guardiola confirmed on Friday in a big blow to his team's quest for a fifth consecutive Premier League title.

Rodri underwent surgery for the injury earlier on Friday, Guardiola said.

Pep Guardiola Rodri update

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