Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann has officially confirmed that Manuel Neuer will be the nation's starting goalkeeper for the 2026 World Cup. The Bayern Munich veteran has sensationally decided to reverse his international retirement to lead Die Mannschaft in North America...Full Story »

Julian Nagelsmann has included Leroy Sané in Germany's World Cup squad despite feeling that his goal tally is "insufficient". The manager values the 30-year-old's intangible attributes—qualities that Said El Mala does not possess...Full Story »

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Brenden Aaronson remains a “key part” of Leeds’ future. Michael Gray has told GOAL, with the USMNT star proving that he can play an important role for the Whites as a creative No.10 or hard-running winger. Some uncomfortable questions have been asked of the American playmaker since he returned to Elland Road in 2024, but boo boys have been won over in style...Full Story »

The fallout from Southampton’s shocking expulsion from the Championship play-off final is intensifying as rival clubs consider their legal options. Both Millwall and Wrexham are reportedly exploring compensation claims following the 'Spygate' scandal that has thrown the English second tier into total disarray...Full Story »

Bayern Munich president Herbert Hainer has ruled out any chance of Vincent Kompany leaving the club amid speculation linking him with Manchester City. Hainer hailed the Belgian as “unsellable” and praised his impact on and off the pitch at Allianz Arena...Full Story »

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Germany manager Julian Nagelsmann is pleased that Felix Nmecha is getting back to full fitness in time. He has also postponed the deadline for announcing the World Cup squad partly because of the Borussia Dortmund midfielder...Full Story »

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Arsenal's first-team squad returned to the training pitch on Thursday to begin preparations for their final Premier League outing of a historic campaign. However, there was one notable absentee from the session as 16-year-old sensation Max Dowman was forced to swap his football boots for a ballpoint pen...Full Story »

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Douglas Costa has explained the biggest difference between Pep Guardiola and Carlo Ancelotti after working under both managers at Bayern Munich. The former Brazil international also suggested a surprise international role for the Manchester City boss...Full Story »

Michael Owen has explained to GOAL why comments from Mohamed Salah rock Liverpool like “hand grenades”, with the Egyptian superstar taking aim at Arne Slot and the Reds’ playing style. Having grown accustomed to competing for major silverware under Jurgen Klopp’s “heavy metal” regime, Salah has been delivering departing digs ahead of hitting free agency this summer...Full Story »

It's finally decision time for Thomas Tuchel, who is set to name his final England squad for the 2026 World Cup. Tuchel's brief for the role was quite simple when he began work in March 2025: ensure the Three Lions lift the trophy for the first time in 60 long years. Now, the German tactician must pick the 26 players who he believes can get the job done in North America as the tournament looms ...Full Story »