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Do you think this move will be a success?

WARRIOR SIGNING WAIT AND SEE WHAT A WASTE

THE COOL EST THINGS IN FOOT Y RIGHT NOW!

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Dec won the Europa Conference League with West Ham. What can he win with Arsenal?

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PHEW! It’s finally happened, Arsenal fans – Declan Rice is a Gunner at last. The midfielder has secured a huge £105 million move from West Ham to Arsenal – a record fee for a British player. The England international is Arsenal’s third signing of the summer and is a serious statement. The ex-Hammers captain is a leader, an elite ball winner and has big ambitions – he loves lifting trophies!

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THE PRICE IS RICE! Check out the most expensive English players of all time!

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£105m DECLAN RICE 2

£10Om JACK GREALISH 3

£88.5m JUDE BELLINGHAM *fee could rise to £115m 4

£80m HARRY MAGUIRE 5

£75m JADON SANCHO 3

THE COOL EST THINGS IN FOOT Y RIGHT NOW !

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Come back next issue unreal EA FC in-game secrets.

The game is out in September!

SNAP SELECTION! Check out these awesome behind-the-scenes pics from the EA FC launch party!

Ho w bu zze d are yo u for the ne w ga me ?

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D N A L R A STA NEW ERA, new superstar! We’re getting mega excited about the new footy game, EA Sports FC, especially as Man. City goal machine Erling Haaland will be the game’s cover star. We got to see the brand-new cover and some in-game snippets at a cool EA FC launch party, which Erling turned up to in his signature pyjamas!

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RONALDINHO AND HIS ICON MATES! HAALAND MEETS HAALAND!

M ES S I IN MIAMI! HE’S HERE! Lionel Messi has arrived at Inter Miami to start his American adventure.

The seven-time Ballon d’Or winner will spend the next two years in the MLS as he tries to turn the club into champions. Inter Miami have also signed his ex-Barcelona teammates Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba to help lift them off the bottom of the table!

TABLE TROUBLE! Messi and his mates have some serious work to do in the MLS Eastern Conference!

PLAY TIME!

1 cincinnati 2 new england 3 philadelphia

51 points 43 points 40 points

9 dc united

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13 new york city 14 toronto 15 inter miami

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These superstars have their own statues around the world. Can you work out who each one is?

ATION 2 LOC New York, USA A Lindsey Horan B Megan Rapinoe C Alex Morgan

ATION 5 LOC Manchester, England A David Silva B Vincent Kompany C Pep Guardiola

LOCATION 3 Naples, Italy A Victor Osimhen B Lautaro Martinez C Tammy Abraham

LOCATION 6 London, England A Bobby Moore B Paul Gascoigne C Gary Lineker

LOCATION 1 Madeira, Portugal A Luis Figo B Cristiano Ronaldo C Pepe

LOCATION 4 Newcastle, England A Alex Scott B Ellen White C Jill Scott

LOCATION 7 Buenos Aires, Argentina A Angel Di Maria B Lionel Messi C Sergio Aguero

YOUR FOOTY BRAIN POWER

A Ian Wright B Gary Lineker C Alan Shearer

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LOCATION 9 Naples, Italy A Johan Cruyff B Ronaldinho C Diego Maradona

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ANSWERS! 6.1. B;A;2.7. C;B; 3.8. A;C; 4.9. C;C. 5. B;

ATION 8 LOC Newcastle, England

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E P Y H E TH !

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ere h o s , k c a b t s o lm a is e The Premier Leangsu to be absolutely buzzing! are 20 reaso

TITLE RACE!

MAN. CITY AND Arsenal battled it out last season, but it was the Cityzens who ended up bagging the title. There are going to be even more teams in the trophy tussle this season, with Chelsea, Liverpool and Man. United all adding to their squads.

It’s going to be the best title race in years!

NEW STADIUMS!

THERE’S NO Prem ground quite like that of new boys Luton.

They’ve played at Kenilworth Road for almost 120 years. At the moment it only holds around 10,000 fans, and the turnstiles to one stand are in the middle of a row of houses. But they’re also busy building a new stadium – prepare for Power Court, Hatters fans!

SHOCK SCORES!

LAST SEASON we saw some totally ridiculous results, like Nottingham Forest beating Liverpool and Man. City losing to Brentford – twice. We just know that teams like Burnley and Sheffield United will spring some surprises.

Watch out, big boys!

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5 RASHY RAMPAGE! TROPHY TASSLES! COLOUR THE RIBBONS ON THE PREM TROPHY TO MATCH THE TEAM YOU THINK WILL WIN THE LEAGUE!

WE ONLY saw the beginning of Marcus Rashford’s revenge last season. The Man. United star stepped up his game and oppo defences couldn’t handle it. We can’t wait to see how good he’ll be this season!

2 DERBY DAYS!

WE LOVE to see the passion when local teams clash. We’ll get fiery games in the north, on the coast and in the capital – especially between Chelsea and Tottenham. This London derby will be one to watch now ex-Spurs boss Mauricio POCHETTINO MANAGED SPURS FOR FIVE YEARS! Pochettino is in the Blues’ dugout!

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MEGA MARCUS! DESIGN RASH A WICKED SUPERHERO OUTFIT, READY TO MATCH HIS SUPER FOOTY TEK!

6 LEAGUE LADDERS!

KEEP TRACK of the table with the MOTD magazine league ladder and team tabs. The ladder and part one comes with this issue, while parts 2, 3 and 4 will be included in the next. Get it on your wall and get ready!

STADIUM SCRAN!

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FANTASY 1 1 PICKS!

YES, OF COURSE we love homemade cottage pie, but it’s not a patch on the first Balti pie of the season. Stadium food might not be the healthiest, but as a one-off treat, it’s perfect on match day!

PIE-CASSO DRAW A NEW FLAVOUR OF PIE FOR YOUR FAVE FOOTY CLUB. WHAT FILLING DOES IT HAVE?

WE’VE TAKEN a risk and put our captain’s armband on Jack Grealish, and it’s not moving. Well, until Matchday 2, when we’ll turn to his goal monster team-mate Erling Haaland…

AGAIN. Another season of FPL drama awaits. Join the fun!

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SOME TRULY drippy kits will be on display this season. We’ve been so hyped about the new looks dropped by Prem clubs, including Chelsea’s sponsorless kit and the bubbles detail on West Ham’s new shirt!

Don’t eat me!

8 CLASS KICKS!

EUROPEAN 9 ADVENTURES! NEWCASTLE ARE set to play their first Champions League footy in more than 20 years. They’re one of a few different Prem teams to play in Europe this season, including Euro debutants Brighton. Will the Magpies and Seagulls soar?

WE KNOW what kits the top ballers will be wearing – but not what boots. Every season, Prem stars rock up in new wheels that blow us away. We’re buzzing for adidas X CRAZYFAST boots – Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah will be reppin’!

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RECORD CHASER! WE PREDICT Harry Kane will break the Premier League goalscoring record in the next two seasons. Well, assuming he doesn’t leave the Prem. If H can resist a move to German giants Bayern Munich, he’ll surely smash it in front of goal this season. Spurs fans are keeping everything crossed!

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EVERY YEAR, ballers bring us some epic brand-new celebrations. Last season, Man. United forward Antony pulled out a tiger cele. This year, we reckon Crystal Palace gaffer Roy Hodgson will do the worm after a big win!

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NEW EA FC 14 NEW MATCH ATTAX! DROPS! 15 A NEW season means a new collection of Match Attax cards. We’ve been in some super-secret chats with the people who make the ledge trading cards, and it sounds like they’ve got some huge plans for the new season.

We want them – and we want them now!

GET READY for a new era in footy gaming. EA Sports are about to drop EA FC, the hottest new football game in years. Rumour has it, gamers can include men’s AND women’s players in Ultimate Team. We’re dreaming of pairing Reece James with his sis Lauren James on our right wing!

CARD CREATOR DESIGN YOUR OWN MATCH ATTAX CARD FOR NEW LIVERPOOL STAR DOMINIK SZOBOSZLAI!

GOLDEN BOOT RACE!

ERLING HAALAND CAN’T score that many again… can he? The Norwegian smashed Prem goalscoring records, despite Harry Kane netting 30 last season.

Add in new Chelsea star Christopher Nkunku to the league’s stacked striking talent, and strap yourself in for goals, goals and more goals!

NEW BREAKOUT STARS!

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EVERY SEASON, new stars announce themselves to the Prem. Brighton’s Kaoru Mitoma, Julio Enciso and Evan Ferguson lit up the league last season, and we’re hyped to see which ballers will rip it up. We predict Crystal Palace’s Michael Olise will go from star to superstar!

STAR SCORERS! WHICH OF THESE RED-HOT FINISHERS WILL SCORE THE MOST PREM GOALS THIS SEASON?

MAGIC MIKEL!

THIS IS A massive season for the Gunners. They came so close to glory last season and have spent massive money to try to go one step further this season.

Whatever happens, Arsenal will be box office. Boss Mikel Arteta will need to bring all the magic!

SUNDAY MORNING MOTD! 17 NOTHING BEATS waking up early on a Sunday morning, popping on our least mud-covered football kit, crunching through a bowl of cereal and tuning in to all of the action on Match of the Day. It’s coming back soon!

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ERLING HAALAND He’ll score goals!

HARRY KANE

He’ll score goals!

CHRISTOPHER NKUNKU He’ll score goals!

EUROS 0 PREP! 2 THERE’S ANOTHER huge international tournament next summer. Euro 2024 is in Germany, so ballers from England, France and the rest of the continent will want impressive seasons to make sure they make their squads. Everyone will want to bring their best tek!

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E C A ARRIVALS! Look out for these ballers in the Premier League next season!

All the biggest deals and rumours you need to know!

£34m

N R E Y A B BIG REBOOT!

BAYERN HEAD COACH Thomas Tuchel has set himself a task – to rebuild the squad. His first signing is Serie A champion Kim Min-jae from Napoli for £43m. And it’s no secret the Bayern boss wants Harry Kane from Tottenham – at whatever cost!

MOST

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These ballers are in demand – but will they make a move?

MOISES CAICEDO

BRIGHTON TO CHELSEA PRICE: £100m

jurrien timber ajax arsenal smart signing? yes no

will sign

won't sign

KHVICHA KVARATSKHELIA

NAPOLI TO NEWCASTLE PRICE: £90m

£35m pau torres villarreal aston villa smart signing? yes no

Kane leave the Prem PLANE OR PREM? Should to join Bayern Munich?

ONANA ON BOARD!

£15m

THE RED DEVILS have landed a new No.1, with Andre Onana joining the club from Italian giants Inter Milan for £47m. They’ve splashed big cash because Dre is calm, confident and one of the best ball-playing keepers on the planet. The 27-year-old should have no problems settling in, either – the Cameroon keeper has already played with teammates Lisandro Martinez and Antony at Ajax!

milos kerkez az alkmaar bournemouth smart signing? yes no

DRE OR DAVE? Onana’s arrival means Man. United have released long-serving keeper David De Gea. But how well do you know them both? keeper kept the most league 1 Which clean sheets last season? keeper has the most 2 Which international caps? keeper played for Barcelona’s 3 Which youth team? keeper is a Champions League 4 Which runner-up?

DE GEA

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DE GEA

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PREPARE FOR TAKE-OFF! NOT SURE! STAY HOME!

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FULHAM TO WEST HAM PRICE: £60m

RECORD ROORD! MAN. CITY have smashed the WSL transfer record! They’ve made a statement by signing Dutch midfielder Jill Roord for £300,000. Jill brings bags of experience as well as goals, and will boost their title charge next season!

£300k

won't sign

will sign

won't sign

ROMEO LAVIA

SOUTHAMPTON TO LIVERPOOL PRICE: £50m will sign

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ANSWERS: 1. David De Gea; 2. David De Gea; 3. Andre Onana; 4. Andre Onana.

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Little Erling Haaland has been stuck in a locker for an hour – and he starts to hulk out!

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No pets * No eggs * No sharks!

School’s out!

The Prem Primary kids are off to the beach…

One more rubber ring and I’ll be a real lifebuoy!

Did we pack enough inflatables?

Mr Moyes reminds the kids about the dangers of the sun…

But little Jack and Rashy were so hyped they didn’t hear…

Ice cream! I’m wearing half of mine already!

slop!

Don’t forget your sun cream, laddies. I’m wearing factor 4,000!

NEW E OD EPIS

slurp!

Wait, did he say sun cream… or ice cream?

It’s time for the bucket and spade – the lads make a sand stadium…

But some of the class are jealous!

Little Jordan Pickford and Nick Pope go to jump on it…

Time for some diving practice, Popey?

We’ve made a masterpiece!

This is Anfield!

…but Pickford lands head first in the sand…

Do they get sand in Saudi Arabia, lads?

weeeeeee!

He’s not the only pupil stuck in the sand, though. Mounty and Dec are having a bit of bother…

Maybe not!

‘Sea’ you later!

OUCH!

splat !

Are you ‘shore’ this was a good idea, pal?

Meanwhile, Kevin De Bruyne takes a dip. But wait... what’s that in the water?

Relax! It’s just Harry and his inflatable!

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And we’re off! The W omen’s World Cup is here!

We’re bringing you the be st behind the scenes bantz, th e chance to write your own mat ch report and rate the flamie st kits!

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S T E R C E S D A U Q S ' S E S S E N LIO We caught up with LUCY STANIFORTH at the England training camp and got her to spill the tea on her teammates!

Shhh! Don’t tell anyone! …THE JOKER? LUCY SAYS: “Ha ha! That would have to be me, I reckon!”

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…THE HAPPIEST? LUCY SAYS: “Maya is the happiest. I’ve never seen her sad, ever! She’s literally a ray of sunshine!”

…THE GAMER? LUCY SAYS: “The girls love board games! Less, Tooney and Maya play this game called Partners. They just sit there and just move the pieces and no one speaks! Like, how does that even work?”

CLUE: Oz and Chelsea super striker!

It’s...

...THE snoozer?

LUCY SAYS: “Less (Alessia Russo) is always sleeping.

She was asleep even on a media day and I had to bang on her door to wake her up and come down!”

...the fastest?

LUCY SAYS: “Hempo! Definitely!

She could catch a rabbit if she wanted to!” …THE brains?

LUCY SAYS: “Lucy Bronze is really smart. Mega intelligent.

Proper geek!” …THE BEST COOK? LUCY SAYS: “Erm, no one! I think I’ll just order a takeaway in Oz!” 28

…THE STRONGEST? LUCY SAYS: “Got to be Millie! Maya is not far behind, though. She’s been doing weights since she was 12.” …THE TEKKIEST? LUCY SAYS: “Tooney (Ella Toone) has all the tricks. She does this little pre-match show to everyone – she loves doing all around the worlds.

LJ (Lauren James) and Keira Walsh have disgusting feet (tek) too!”

We’ve disguised these world-class ballers while they’re down under! Can you guess who they are?

CLUE: U.S. ledge!

It’s...

...THE NOISIEST? LUCY SAYS: “Rach Daly and Millie! And if you can’t hear Zel (Katie Zelem) then something’s wrong.

She’s like a foghorn!”

CLUE: England Keeper!

It’s...

…THE WORST LOSER? LUCY SAYS: “Savage… but Tooney can be such a bad loser, too!”

CLUE: All-time top goalscorer!

It’s...

ANSWERS 1. Sam Kerr; 2. Megan Rapinoe; 3. Mary Earps; 4. Marta.

w ho is who is... ...

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CUP KIT WORLRD ANK INGS!

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9 -second quiz!

of these 9 Which is England U21 star Morgan Gibbs-White?

It’s time to tackle our EPIC FOOTY QUIZ! Ready, steady, go!

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Which of these is Lionesses manager Sarina Wiegman?

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Which animal would you find on Australia’s national kit?

1 A

This is celtic's superstar striker Kyogo Furuhashi – but which country does he play for?

C China

D USA

A Serie A

Which league has Cristiano Ronaldo never played in?

B La Liga

C Ligue 1

B Germany

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Which of these kits belongs to an Italian team?

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Alexandra Popp

Kai Havertz

Marco Reus

Timo Werner

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Can you name the Lioness who is snapping a photo here?

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Premier League new boys LutON?

A Brazil

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Which number will Jude Bellingham wear at Real Madrid?

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A Bethany England

B Chloe Kelly

C Georgia Stanway

n /10 D Jess Carter

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EFL GUIDE

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MIDDLESBROUGH LAST SEASON 4th MANAGER Michael Carrick CAPTAIN Jonny Howson

LEICESTER

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DESPITE LOSING £40m star man James Maddison and other big earners, there’s pressure on new boss Enzo Maresca to lead the Foxes straight back to the Premier League. Maresca, who was Pep Guardiola’s assistant at Man. City, has added proven Prem stars Conor Coady and Harry Winks to a squad that already has lots of quality. The King Power could be rocking!

NEW MANAGER Daniel Farke won the Championship twice with Norwich, and the Elland Road faithful are hoping he can repeat that success in West Yorkshire. If the team can gel quickly after a summer of change, and more key men aren’t lured away during the summer transfer window, the Whites shouldn’t be too far away come May!

LAST SEASON 18th, Premier League MANAGER Enzo Maresca CAPTAIN Jamie Vardy

JAKE SAYS

The Saints are putting their faith in youth and signed Man. City wonderkid Shea Charles to lead them back to the Prem!

BORO WERE in a relegation scrap when Michael Carrick took over last October, but incredibly, he led them to the play-offs. Optimism is high that, given a full season, he can deliver promotion this time around. They’ll need to keep or replace a few of the loan stars, though, while the experience of Jonny Howson and the goals of Chuba Akpom will be crucial!

LAST SEASON 19th, Premier League MANAGER Daniel Farke CAPTAIN Liam Cooper

N S TA R M A

ROSS STEWART Striker

N S TA R M A

JAMES WARD-PROWSE Midfielder

SOUTHAMPTON

SUNDERLAND

AFTER 11 seasons in the Premier League, the Saints are back in the second tier – but for how long? New boss Russell Martin guarantees stylish footy, but he needs to deliver success to a club that finished bottom of the Prem last season. Southampton could easily sell £100m+ worth of talent this summer, which will give them plenty of cash to reinvest towards a title charge!

HAVING REACHED the play-offs last season with injury problems in defence and attack, Sunderland will feel they’ll have an even better campaign if they can keep their stars out of the treatment room. The Black Cats have some of the most creative players in the league in stars like Patrick Roberts and Jack Clarke, so fans are looking forward to another exciting season!

LAST SEASON 20th, Premier League MANAGER Russell Martin CAPTAIN James Ward-Prowse

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LAST SEASON 6th MANAGER Tony Mowbray CAPTAIN Corry Evans

NORWICH

They’re no longer obvious contenders and this could be a rebuilding season. But if Brazilian baller Gabriel Sara comes to the party, they’ve got a chance!

PLYMOUTH

New ownership brings fresh hope, after boss John Eustace showed promise last season – Ethan Laird looks a great signing as Blues eye the top half!

The newly-promoted Pilgrims should more than hold their own at this level, having held on to some key players. Watch out for new recruit Julio Pleguezuelo!

BLACKBURN

PRESTON

Rovers are high pressing under Jon Dahl Tomasson – if talented Adam Wharton kicks on they could break into the play-offs, but Ben Brereton Diaz is a big loss!

Good management and great loans did some heavy lifting with this squad last season, so they might find it tough staying in the top half this campaign!

BRISTOL CITY

QPR

If young forward Tommy Conway has a stand-out season like midfielder Alex Scott had last year, The Robins could be looking at a top-half finish!

Last season’s two wins in 27 games damaged morale, so Gareth Ainsworth must use all of his excellent motivational skills to lift the likely strugglers!

CARDIFF

ROTHERHAM

City have a new boss and some good Championship players with the likes of Perry Ng and Ryan Wintle, but goals could be a real problem for the Bluebirds!

Matt Taylor is one of the best managers chairman Tony Stewart has worked with, but as always, The Millers will be up against it at this level!

COVENTRY

SHEFFIELD WEDNESDAY

Mark Robins has worked wonders, and now has new owners to support him. Replacing the goals of Viktor Gyokeres will be vital for another play-off push!

Darren Moore’s exit means the Owls missed the chance to find some much-needed stability.

Can new boss Xisco Munoz come in and work some magic?

HUDDERSFIELD

STOKE

At the age of 74, can Neil Warnock still cut the mustard over a whole season? We’re not sure, and last season’s dice with the drop was too close for comfort!

The Potters are hoping that Ben Pearson stars, Tyrese Campbell stays fit and Emre Tezgel really breaks through, but a lack of depth may count against them!

HULL

SWANSEA

The Tigers only suffered six defeats in 28 games under boss Liam Rosenior last season.

With the squad strengthened, progress this season looks likely!

Russell Martin has left, but Michael Duff could be an upgrade! He’s achieved more and will keep the play-off chasers’ style, whilst adding a more ruthless edge!

IPSWICH

WATFORD

Still buzzing after winning promotion from League 1, this tight-knit group, led by an excellent coach in Kieran McKenna, will be looking at another exciting season!

It’ll take the Hornets time to assemble a squad that can play Valerien Ismael’s high-octane pressing game, but this is Watford – will he get time?

MILLWALL

WEST BROM

With clean sheets in 36% of games under Gary Rowett, defence isn’t the question. But apart from Zian Flemming, do they have enough firepower to challenge?

Carlos Corberan is a top coach, but things aren’t great off the pitch and the Baggies have to sell before they can buy.

This season could be a struggle!

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league one TITLE CHALLENGERS DESPITE LAST season’s play-off heartbreak, Bolton continue to make solid progress under manager Ian Evatt, especially if Ricardo Santos and Aaron Morley are on it. Derby, who just missed out on the top six last season, have added some proven League One performers, including defender Sonny Bradley. We reckon the Trotters and the Rams will be the teams to beat in League 1 this season!

PROMOTION HOPEFULS BARNSLEY NEED Neill Collins to replace Michael Duff’s brilliance in the dugout, while Blackpool have recruited well under the returning Neil Critchley, who guided them to promotion in 2020-21. Portsmouth, with Colby Bishop in attack, have brought in both quality AND quantity, while Charlton, with the added goals of Alfie May, should challenge for promotion too!

PLAY-OFF CONTENDERS ANOTHER SEASON, another play-off chase for Peterborough and Wycombe, whose signing of Shrewsbury Player of the Year Luke Leahy is a real statement. Lincoln toppled many a big-hitter last season, but The Imps need to add consistency. High-energy Bristol Rovers and Burton could spring a surprise, and don’t discount Oxford – their squad is better than last year’s struggle suggests!

MIDTABLE SECURITY STEVENAGE HAVE recruited most impressively of the promoted clubs and should be comfortable along with Leyton Orient, while relegated Wigan and Reading must stabilise before setting sights higher.

Shrewsbury have lost their boss and some key men, but should have enough to stay up. So should Cambridge under gaffer Mark Bonner, if they can find some more goals!

FIGHTING FOR SURVIVAL PROMOTED CARLISLE and Northampton won’t find the step up easy, but both have the managers that took them up. By contrast, Exeter and Port Vale both parted company with their gaffers, so Gary Caldwell and Andy Crosby need to prove themselves. Cheltenham have lost a load of key players and staff, while Fleetwood have huge off-field problems. It could be carnage!

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league TWO TITLE CHALLENGERS AFTER BEING promoted with 100+ points from the National League, Wrexham and Notts County have the quality and money to challenge for top spot again.

Stockport look the best of the beaten play-off trio, while MK Dons look strongest of the relegated quartet, especially after re-signing Alex Gilbey.

Also, watch out for a rejuvenated Gillingham!

PROMOTION HOPEFULS REAPPOINTING Grant McCann as manager following an 18th-placed finish is a statement of intent from Doncaster, as are the signings of defender Richard Wood and striker Joe Ironside. Salford, Mansfield and Andy Cook-inspired Bradford may have challenged for promotion in previous seasons, but the bar has been raised – this league just got a whole lot stronger!

PLAY-OFF CONTENDERS SWINDON NEED new boss Michael Flynn to make their talented squad more ruthless after faltering at times last season. Tranmere and Walsall could threaten the top seven, but much depends on their new inexperienced managers. Paul Hurst’s Grimsby showed what they can do in the FA Cup, but watch out for Barrow. Boss Pete Wild’s energetic style rubs off on his players – they might have a shock in store!

MIDTABLE SECURITY FOREST GREEN have it all to do after slumping to relegation and appointing the untried David Horseman as new manager – but they do have money to spend. Meanwhile, Wimbledon have a far better squad on paper than last season’s 21st finish, so big progress is a must.

Improvement is also likely for Harrogate, who recruited well, and Colchester, who have a highly-rated coach in Ben Garner!

FIGHTING FOR SURVIVAL AFTER BATTLING AS UNDERDOGS for so long, Morecambe and Accrington Stanley were finally relegated last season. They’ll have to rely on the experience of managers Derek Adams and John Coleman, as both squads look weak. There’s chaos at Crawley, while Crewe, Newport and Sutton have lost several key players. They may struggle to recover last season’s midtable form in a stronger League Two!

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RANGERS

LAST SEASON 1st MANAGER Brendan Rodgers CAPTAIN Callum McGregor

LAST SEASON 2nd MANAGER Michael Beale CAPTAIN James Tavernier

THE HOOPS lost boss Ange Postecoglou to Tottenham, but they haven’t lost his motto: “We never stop!” As soon as star man Jota joined the Saudi league, new manager Brendan Rodgers strengthened the squad with some new signings. These included Norwegian wonderkid Odin Thiago Holm, Aussie ace Marco Tilio and South Korean star Yang Hyun-jun – tipped to be the new Son Heung-min. If top scorer Kyogo Furuhashi can keep netting, this stacked squad looks set to win their 12th title in 13 years!

IF RANGERS want to snatch the title from Celtic, they’ll need to do two things: tighten the defence and avoid the injuries that cost them last season. Boss Michael Beale has spent the summer boosting the squad with six smart signings. Look out for the return of Leon Balogun from QPR, ex-Crystal Palace keeper Jack Butland and former Chelsea academy right-back Dujon Sterling to shore up the defence. Up front, they’ve added Brighton forward Abdallah Sima on loan and are set for one more striker. Get ready for an epic season, Gers!

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LAST SEASON 3rd STAR MAN Luis ‘Duk’ Lopes

LAST SEASON 4th STAR MAN Lawrence Shankland

AFTER A last-gasp run to nab third place from Hearts at the end of last season, the Dons are determined to keep that energy.

They’ve strengthened with a mix of youth and experience including defender Nicky Devlin and exciting Slovenia striker Ester Sokler. If Barry Robson’s boys can keep up the consistency at home and improve their away form, they could even break into the top two. Dare to dream, Dons?

HEARTS HAVE had a reboot! New boss Steven Naismith brought in a new attacking style of football at the end of last season – and he’s on a mission to take back third place in the league. With Scotland striker Lawrence Shankland leading the line, Liam Boyce and Beni Baningime back from injury, and the safe hands of Northern Ireland keeper Michael McGovern in between the sticks, the Jambos are good to go!

DUNDEE LAST SEASON 3rd STAR MAN Luis ‘Duk’ Lopes

HIBERNIAN

WHILE RIVALS Dundee United were relegated, Dundee were promoted – and they’re determined to stay up. Much will depend on highly-rated young midfielder Lyall Cameron and their Mexican new boys!

HIBS ARE HUNGRY FOR SUCCESS! They’re aiming for the top four and a European adventure! Will Fish returns for his second loan spell and Australia international Martin Doyle is finally fit. Exciting times at Easter Road!

KILMARNOCK LAST SEASON 3rd STAR MAN Luis ‘Duk’ Lopes

LIVINGSTON

AFTER SWERVING the dropUnited last season, have bought in some familiar While rivals Dundee wereKillie relegated, Dundee were faces to boost their defence. with Matty Kennedy and Stuart Finlay rejoining the club. The goal for the oldest club in the top-flight is simple: survival!

LIVINGSTON DON’T have the spending power of some of the other Scottish Premiership clubs, so they’ll rely on star striker Bruce Anderson and keeping Michael Devlin fit if they want to secure a mid-table finish!

MOTHERWELL LAST SEASON 3rd STAR MAN Luis ‘Duk’ Lopes

ROSS COUNTY

DESPITE THE departure star manwere Kevinrelegated, van Veen toDundee Dutch sidewere Groningen, While rivals DundeeofUnited the Steelmen have plenty to be excited about, Lennon Miller is an unreal promoted – and they’re determined to stay up. Much will teenage talent and will help the club battle it out for a place in the top four!

THE STAGGIES survived in dramatic fashion last season – but need to add goals to stay up this time. Forwards Eamonn Brophy and Simon Murray will have to help out 2022-23 top scorer Jordan White!

ST JOHNSTONE LAST SEASON 3rd STAR MAN Luis ‘Duk’ Lopes

ST MIRREN

THE SAINTS willDundee be lookingUnited to takewere the team spirit andDundee success were of recent While rivals relegated, cup competitions intothey’re the 2023-24 Scottish Premiership.

New goalkeeper promoted – and determined to stay up.

Much will Dimitov Mitov will improve their back line and give them options!

TOP SIX is a must for St Mirren in the Premiership this season. Buddies boss Stephen Robinson has a new captain – midfielder Mark O’Hara – and has brought in four new signings. He expects standards!

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depend on highly-rated young midfielder Lyall Cameron and

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1 Derby 2 Bolton 3 Blackpool 4 Portsmouth 5 Barnsley 6 Charlton 7 Peterborough 8 Wycombe 9 Oxford 10 Burton 11 Bristol Rovers 12 Lincoln 13 Wigan 14 Reading 15 Stevenage 16 Leyton Orient 17 Shrewsbury 18 Cambridge 19 Exeter 20 Northampton 21 Carlisle 22 Port Vale 23 Cheltenham 24 Fleetwood

1 Wrexham 2 Notts County 3 Stockport 4 MK Dons 5 Gillingham 6 Doncaster 7 Bradford 8 Salford 9 Mansfield 10 Grimsby 11 Swindon 12 Barrow 13 Walsall 14 Tranmere 15 Wimbledon 16 Forest Green 17 Colchester 18 Harrogate 19 Accrington 20 Crewe 21 Sutton 22 Newport 23 Morecambe 24 Crawley

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