Following their Europa Conference League and Club World Cup wins, Chelsea's rebuild under Enzo Maresca entered a new phase in the 2025-26 season, albeit Maresca himself only lasted half of the campaign. ...Full Story »

Jack Grealish has seen injury heartache bring his loan spell at Everton to a premature conclusion, while potentially dashing his World Cup dreams, with David Moyes admitting that the England international is likely to miss the remainder of the season with a stress fracture in his foot. The Manchester City-owned forward is likely to require an operation, with a lengthy rehabilitation programme b...Full Story »

Manchester United are facing a significant internal dilemma regarding the future of Harry Maguire, with the club’s hierarchy reportedly split on whether to offer the veteran defender a new contract. With the 32-year-old’s current deal set to expire in June, Sir Jim Ratcliffe is reluctant to sanction an extension, even though the centre-back is willing to accept a pay cut to remain a...Full Story »

Manchester City have sanctioned the £27 million sale of highly-rated winger Oscar Bobb to Premier League rivals Fulham. The 22-year-old Norway international has put pen to paper on a five-and-a-half-year deal at Craven Cottage, ending his stint at the Etihad Stadium as Pep Guardiola looks to streamline his squad for the title run-in...Full Story »

Tottenham Hotspur head coach Thomas Frank has revealed all on Spurs' January transfer window, admitting the Lilywhites failed in their pursuit of Antoine Semenyo and that the window 'isn't like Football Manager' as the club continue to seek new arrivals. Frank has come under intense pressure in north London after his side's dismal run of form in the Premier League and will hope to have the chan...Full Story »

Wrexham have announced the departure on loan of striker Paul Mullin to Bradford City for the remainder of the season. The 31-year-old spent the first half of the term on loan at League One side Wigan and will now spend the remainder of the campaign with fellow third-tier side Bradford. Championship play-off chasers Wrexham strengthened in attacking areas over the summer and are seeing the membe...Full Story »

West Ham United have officially announced that Lucas Paqueta has left the club. Following the player's desire to return to Brazil this month, a move to his former side Flamengo has been finalized. According to Sky Sports, the transfer is valued at approximately £36.5m ($50m)...Full Story »

[(Pisa SC) Strength]: 1. Pisa SC forward Stefano Moreo has scored 2 goals in the last 3 matches, showing impressive recent form.2. Pisa SC have covered the spread in 2 of their last 3 matches, showing strong recent performance in covering the spread...Full Story »

[(SS Lazio) Strength]: 1. SS Lazio are currently ranked 9th in the league table. In this match against Genoa CFC, who are in 13th place, SS Lazio, with a better head-to-head record, are aiming for all three points at home and are highly motivated.2. SS Lazio striker Zaccagni has scored 3 Serie A goals so far, currently placing him as the joint top scorer for the team.3. In the last five encount...Full Story »

[(Liverpool F.C.) Strength]: 1. Virgil van Dijk provided three assists in the last Champions League match, becoming the first defender in Champions League history to record three assists in a single game. He was subsequently voted Liverpool F.C.'s Player of the Match, marking his first such accolade of the season.2. Dominik Szoboszlai assisted Mohamed Salah's free-kick goal in the last match. I...Full Story »

[(Hamburger SV) Strength]: 1. Newly-promoted Hamburg's primary goal this season is to avoid relegation. Currently, they are in a difficult position in the league and urgently need points to distance themselves from the relegation zone. Therefore, they will give their all in every match, with high motivation.2. Hamburg's midfielder Lokonga possesses good passing and organizational abilities in m...Full Story »

[(Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C.) Strength]: 1. Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C. had poor records this season, ranking at the bottom of the table. If the team want to keep their survival, they have to go all out for points in the subsequent matches, indicating full motivation in this game.2. Jorgen Larsen scored 3 goals and made 2 assists in the last 4 games, revealing outstanding form.3. Wolverhampt...Full Story »

[(RCD Espanyol) Strength]: 1. RCD Espanyol are in 5th place in the league with 34 points, 7 points away from the top 4 Champions League spots. To secure the 5th-place Europa League spot, they must aim for all three points in this match.2. Left-back Carlos Romero has been outstanding this season, covering a wide range on the flank and excelling in both attack and defense. He has contributed 4 go...Full Story »

[(RB Leipzig) Strength]: 1. Before this round, RB Leipzig's home record ranks third in the league, and in terms of attack, they currently have the second-highest number of home goals in the league...Full Story »

[(Leeds United) Strength]: 1. Leeds United showed a strong rebound recently, currently sitting 16th in the table with 22 points and successfully climbing out of the relegation zone for now. Facing the league leaders at Elland Road, their motivation is to maintain their positive momentum and use their home-field advantage to snatch points from the top-tier opponents.2. With a high unbeaten rate ...Full Story »

[(Newcastle Jets FC) Strength]: 1. Newcastle Jets currently rank 2nd in the standings, just one point behind the league leaders, Auckland FC. The team are determined to secure all three points in this match to challenge for the top spot, showing strong motivation.2. Lachlan Bayliss contributed with both a goal and an assist in the previous match, showcasing excellent competitive form.3. Newcast...Full Story »

[(TSG 1899 Hoffenheim) Strength]: 1. The team's veteran striker, Kramaric, has also delivered an impressive performance this season, having already scored seven goals, showcasing strong individual efficiency.2. Another German midfielder, Promel, has also delivered solid personal performances this season, contributing seven goals for the team.3. TSG 1899 Hoffenheim won 2-0 against SV Werder Brem...Full Story »

[(Real Oviedo) Strength]: 1. Vinas has scored three goals for Real Oviedo in La Liga this season and is currently the top scorer of the team.2. Real Oviedo have achieved five consecutive draws in their last five La Liga home games, scoring points consecutively and conceding only one goal in total. Their defense is truly impregnable...Full Story »

[(Bristol City) Strength]: 1. Bristol City currently sit 7th in the EFL Championship standings with 43 points, just 1 point away from the top 6 promotion zone. They will be fighting hard for all 3 points in this match.2. Scott Twine scored a goal for the team in the last match. This season, he has already scored 8 goals and provided 7 assists, making him the player with the most direct goal inv...Full Story »

[(RC Lens) Strength]: 1. RC Lens currently rank 2nd in the standings, just 2 points behind the league leaders Paris Saint-Germain. The team are determined to secure all three points in this match to challenge for the top spot, showing strong motivation.2. In their last match, RC Lens lost 1-3 to Marseille, with Rayan Fofana scoring the only goal, being one of the few bright spots for the team.3...Full Story »

[(Paris FC) Strength]: 1. Paris FC are in 14th place in the league with 20 points, 6 points ahead of the relegation zone. They also need to keep scoring points in this game to stay away from the relegation zone.2. Ilan Kebbal has contributed 1 goal and 1 assist in the last three matches. This season, he has scored 7 goals and provided 5 assists for the team, making him the player with the most ...Full Story »

[(Levante UD) Strength]: 1. Levante UD defeated Elche 3-2 in their last match, avoiding another losing streak and showing improved adaptability.2. Levante UD have scored 8 goals in their last 5 matches, indicating a clear resurgence in offensive form, contributing to their improved results.3. Levante UD have successfully covered the spread in their last 5 matches, showing excellent recent perfo...Full Story »

[(Chelsea F.C.) Strength]: 1. Chelsea F.C. currently sit 5th in the league with 37 points, trailing 4th-placed Manchester United F.C. by just one point. The team are in blistering form, and heading into this home clash against relegation-threatened West Ham United F.C., their objective is to secure a win and break into the top four.2. After changing their manager, Chelsea F.C. won four and lost...Full Story »

[(Perth Glory FC) Strength]: 1. Perth Glory FC conceded only 4 goals in their last 5 home matches, showing a significant improvement in their home defensive ability, which is one of the few bright spots in their recent performances...Full Story »

[(1. FC Magdeburg) Strength]: 1. 1. FC Magdeburg currently rank 14th in the league standings, facing a precarious relegation battle. They will undoubtedly fight for every point and cannot afford to slack off in upcoming matches.2. 1. FC Magdeburg midfielder Mateusz Zukowski has scored in each of the last 4 league matches, showing excellent form. He is expected to start again in this match.3. 1....Full Story »

[(Elche CF) Strength]: 1. Elche CF have 5 wins, 5 draws, and 1 loss in 11 league games at home this season, with a high unbeaten rate of 91%.2. Elche CF scored 11 goals in the previous 6 games, with an average of nearly 2 goals per game, featuring decent attack.3. Elche CF won 8 of the previous 10 home games in AH, with a win rate of 80%...Full Story »

[(1. FC Koln) Strength]: 1. 1. FC Koln currently sit 10th in the league with 20 points, occupying a mid-table position. Facing opponents of similar strength at home, the team are desperate for a victory to snap their current slump, solidify their mid-table standing, and rebuild confidence. Their motivation is clear...Full Story »

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German Olympic bobsleigh champion Lisa Buckwitz, 31, has been active on the subscription platform OnlyFans since late 2024 to support her athletic career...Full Story »

Former ice hockey goaltender Mikayla Demaiter, 25, has built a successful modeling career after leaving the sport at age 19 due to injury. She previously played for the Bluewater Hawks in Canada's Women's Hockey League...Full Story »

Chelsea outcast Axel Disasi is reportedly close to joining West Ham on loan for the rest of the season...Full Story »

Liverpool are reportedly the latest in a long line of top European clubs to show an interest in Juventus winger Kenan Yildiz...Full Story »

Aston Villa came from two goals behind to extend their seven-match winning home run in Europe, beating eliminated Red Bull Salzburg 3-2 to take their position among the top spots in the UEFA Europa League (UEL) league phase standings...Full Story »

Lucas Paqueta has admitted that he "needed Flamengo" after completing his switch from West Ham. The Brazil international had expressed his desire to return to his native country ahead of this year's World Cup, and now he has sealed a £36 million ($50m) transfer to Flamengo. Now that this saga is over, the playmaker has made a candid admission about the switch...Full Story »

The January transfer window is usually the most chaotic period in soccer. This year, it hasn't been that, particularly for members of the U.S. Men's National Team. The World Cup is on the horizon, and there appears to be some hesitancy around it. No one wants to ruin their World Cup dream with a bad transfer decision...Full Story »

Italian manager Roberto De Zerbi, previously linked with the Manchester United vacancy, has reportedly requested to depart Olympique de Marseille. This development, reported by Foot Mercato's Santi Aouna, comes in the wake of a decisive 3-0 defeat to Club Brugge that eliminated Marseille from the Champions League. His position at the club is now understood to be under severe threat...Full Story »

Manchester United have decisively ended speculation linking them with a record-breaking swoop for Chelsea talisman Cole Palmer, with Old Trafford chiefs deeming the move financially unviable. Despite reports suggesting the England international is unsettled in the capital, the Red Devils have ruled out a summer approach, opting instead to prioritise a replacement for Casemiro over another marqu...Full Story »

Kylian Mbappe has accused his Real Madrid team-mates of lacking “desire”, with the Blancos looking anything but a “team of champions” when suffering a costly European defeat at Benfica. An “embarrassing” goal was conceded there, to the home side’s keeper, and the Liga giants will now have to navigate their way through the Champions League knockout play-...Full Story »

Former Manchester United star Teddy Sheringham sees no reason why his fellow Red Devils legend Cristiano Ronaldo could not join Lionel Messi in MLS at some stage. The 1999 Treble winner has told GOAL when CR7 could go chasing the American dream, how far beyond the age of 42 the Portuguese GOAT will play, and whether his goals numbers will ever be repeated...Full Story »

Napoli sporting director Giovanni Manna has weighed in on links with Raheem Sterling following the winger's Chelsea exit...Full Story »

The Premier League sides have done very well so far in the Champions League and 5 have automatically qualified for the next round...Full Story »

Tottenham are reportedly exploring a move to rival Inter Milan for Al-Ittihad star Moussa Diaby. The winger swapped Aston Villa for the Saudi Pro League team in a £50 million ($69m) deal in the summer of 2024, but he could be heading back to Europe in 2026. The winger is said to be open to returning to a Champions League club, which boosts Inter and Spurs' chances of signing him...Full Story »

The U.S. Men's National Team are almost there. In just a few short months, they'll take the field in what will certainly be a life-altering home World Cup, one that many believe can change the sport forever. Before that, though, manager Mauricio Pochettino will have to make some big decisions on who will and won't be included in the team set to play in that World Cup...Full Story »

Man United defender Harry Maguire has been impressed my interim manager Michael Carrick's ability in their training sessions...Full Story »

The now 26-year-old made the move from Aston Villa to Saudi Arabia for a reported 350 million back in the summer of 2024...Full Story »

Inter Milan are reportedly close to beating several Premier League side to a deal for Genoa ace Brooke Norton-Cuffy...Full Story »

Crystal Palace's proposed £50 million ($69m) move for Wolves striker Jorgen Strand Larsen is in danger of collapse after the Eagles reportedly communicated their intent to walk away from the deal. The two clubs had agreed the framework of a deal but Palace now appear ready to pull the plug, per BBC Sport...Full Story »

Brazilian football legend Romario, who turned 60 on January 29, built a remarkable career spanning more than 30 years, winning the 1994 World Cup and starring for clubs like PSV Eindhoven and Barcelona. Praised by Johan Cruyff as a "genius of the goal area," he also made headlines for his prolific personal life...Full Story »

Manchester City star Bernardo Silva has not minced his words when assessing this season's Premier League title race, while sticking the boot into leaders Arsenal. The Gunners could have gone nine points clear earlier this month, but as it stands, Mikel Arteta's men are just four points ahead of City. Now, the Portugal international has vowed to fight Arsenal tooth and nail to finish this campai...Full Story »

Senegal boss Pape Thiaw and Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi have been hit with a ban following the chaotic Africa Cup of Nations final. Senegal's dramatic 1-0 win over the tournament's hosts was marred by violence, Thiaw calling his players to walk off the pitch in protest over the officiating, and Brahim Diaz's wretched Panenka penalty. Now, bans and fines have been handed out by the Confederati...Full Story »

Brad Friedel has told GOAL why elite clubs in the Premier League should be doing all they can to acquire USMNT star Weston McKennie this summer. The versatile midfielder, who previously endured a troubled loan spell in England at Leeds, is running down his contract at Serie A giants Juventus. Free agency will soon be hit, meaning that new challenges can be sought...Full Story »

Jurgen Klopp will make an emotional return to Anfield alongside fellow Liverpool legend Kenny Dalglish later this year. The German spent nine years in charge at the Reds, guiding them to Premier League and Champions League glory. And in March, the Head of Global Soccer for Red Bull will return to the Merseyside outfit's ground for a special occasion...Full Story »

[(Adelaide United) Strength]: 1. Adelaide United are in 5th place in the league with 22 points, only 3 points behind the top spot, and they are determined to secure a win in this home match.2. Brody Burkitt came off the bench in the last match and scored a hat-trick to help the team turn the game around, showing excellent form.3. Adelaide United have won two consecutive matches recently, scorin...Full Story »

[(Maccabi Tel Aviv F.C.) Strength]: 1. Maccabi Tel Aviv have achieved 3 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss in their last 6 home matches, showing solid home performance...Full Story »

[(Go Ahead Eagles) Strength]: 1. Mathis Suray has scored 11 goals and provided 1 assist, making him the team's top scorer and the player with the most direct goal involvements. His dribbling success rate in the league is 61%.2. Goalkeeper De Busser has made 128 saves and 31 clearances in 29 appearances for the team, keeping 3 clean sheets. He is also the goalkeeper with the most saves in the Eu...Full Story »

[(VfB Stuttgart) Strength]: 1. Stuttgart currently sit 13th in the standings and must secure a win in this match to have a chance of direct promotion, so their motivation is unquestionable.2. In the recent Bundesliga match, Jamie Leweling performed excellently, scoring the opening goal to break the deadlock for his team.3. Stuttgart recently secured a 3-0 victory over Borussia Monchengladbach i...Full Story »

[(Sturm Graz) Strength]: 1. Sturm Graz are currently only ranked 32nd in the standings and have already been eliminated from advancing to the knockout stage. However, as this match is at home, the team still have some motivation to win...Full Story »

[(Lille OSC) Strength]: 1. Lille are currently ranked 21st in the standings. The team still need to secure points in this match to ensure qualification for the playoffs, and their motivation is high.2. Lille recently lost 1-4 to Strasbourg in Ligue 1, with Mathias Fernandez-Pardo scoring the only goal, one of the few bright spots for the team...Full Story »

[(FCSB) Strength]: 1. FCSB are in 29th place in the Europa League standings with 6 points. They must win this match and hope that all teams ahead of them lose to have any chance of qualifying for the playoffs.2. FCSB's main striker, Daniel Birligea, has scored 8 goals and provided 4 assists this season, making him the team's primary scoring threat.3. FCSB are in 11th place in the Liga I with 31...Full Story »

[(FC Porto) Strength]: 1. Porto currently sit 9th in the Europa League standings with 14 points, just one goal difference away from 8th-placed Real Betis. To directly advance to the knockout stage, they must secure a victory in this match while also striving for a sufficient goal difference.2. The team's main center-forward, Samuel Omorodion, has performed exceptionally well this season, scorin...Full Story »

[(Crvena Zvezda) Strength]: 1. Crvena Zvezda currently have 13 points, ranking 11th, and still have hope of breaking into the top 8 to directly qualify for the round of 16. With the support of their intimidating home atmosphere, the team are highly motivated and eager to win.2. Crvena Zvezda have been in excellent form recently. After a poor start to the league phase, the team have performed ex...Full Story »

[(K.R.C. Genk) Strength]: 1. Genk currently rank 10th in the standings and need to secure points in this match to compete for direct qualification, showing strong motivation.2. In the previous Europa League match, El Ouahdi performed well, scoring the opening goal and paving the way for the team's victory.3. Genk recently drew 1-1 with Cercle Brugge in the domestic league, achieving 1 win and 1...Full Story »

[(FC Basel) Strength]: 1. Basel currently rank 27th in the Europa League league phase and still have a chance to compete for a playoff spot in the final round, so their motivation for this match is quite strong.2. Basel engaged in a fierce battle with Zurich in their last match, ultimately producing a super scoreline of 4-3. The team ended their previous winless streak across all competitions w...Full Story »

[(Celtic F.C.) Strength]: 1. Celtic are playing at home in this match and must defend their home ground, so their determination is unquestionable.2. Celtic drew 2-2 away against Hearts in their last league match, remaining unbeaten in their last five official matches with three wins and two draws, showing relatively stable overall form.3. Celtic's offensive firepower has significantly improved ...Full Story »

[(Panathinaikos F.C.) Strength]: 1. Panathinaikos currently sit in 19th place in the standings and must go all out for a win in this match to have a chance of securing direct qualification, so their determination is unquestionable.2. In the previous Europa League match, Anass Zaroury scored a last-minute equalizer to help the team draw with Ferencvaros.3. Panathinaikos have achieved an impressi...Full Story »

[(Aston Villa F.C.) Strength]: 1. Aston Villa recently announced the loan signing of Douglas Luiz from Juventus. Luiz first joined Aston Villa in 2019 and made over 200 appearances for the club over five years. He left Villa for Juventus in the summer of 2024 and has now returned to his former club on loan.2. During the winter transfer window, Villa signed English striker Tammy Abraham from Bes...Full Story »

Neither host FC Köln nor VfL Wolfsburg face an immediate Bundesliga relegation threat, but a defeat for either side at the RheinEnergieSTADION on Friday could see them slip back towards the league’s bottom half. The Billy Goats sit 10th in the table with 20 points, coming off a 2-1 loss to SC Freiburg on January 25, and hold a one-point edge over the 12th-placed Wolves – who ar...Full Story »

[(Real Betis) Strength]: 1. Betis have the motivation for this match as they need to fight for direct qualification, aiming for three points at home.2. The team's Abde scored in the last match, and his individual form is commendable.3. Former Manchester United player Anthony has had a commendable performance this season, already helping the team score eight goals.4. Real Betis have performed we...Full Story »

[(PFC Ludogorets Razgrad) Strength]: 1. After the first 7 rounds of the Europa League, Ludogorets have achieved 2 wins, 1 draw, and 4 losses. A win in the final round could still give them a chance to secure a spot in the knockout playoff, so the team cannot afford to slack off in terms of motivation.2. Ludogorets' key midfielder Stanic has been outstanding in this season's Europa League, scori...Full Story »

[(Nottingham Forest F.C.) Strength]: 1. Jesus has scored 4 goals for Nottingham Forest in the Europa League this season and is currently the team's top scorer.2. Nottingham Forest have won both of their last two Europa League home matches, showing strong home form.3. Nottingham Forest have achieved 2 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss in their last five official matches, showing signs of improvement.4. ...Full Story »

[(Lyonnais) Strength]: 1. Olympique Lyonnais won 5-2 against Metz in their last match, extending their winning streak to 8 games across all competitions, showcasing excellent form.2. Olympique Lyonnais have scored 13 goals in their last 5 matches, demonstrating high offensive efficiency with an average of nearly 3 goals per game, making their scoring ability reliable.3. Olympique Lyonnais have ...Full Story »

[(FC Midtjylland) Strength]: 1. Midtjylland have a strong home performance and will certainly aim to continue their winning streak with high motivation.2. Erlic scored twice in the last match, helping Midtjylland take the lead, showcasing outstanding individual performance.3. Midtjylland drew 3-3 away against Brann in their last match, remaining unbeaten in their last 4 matches.4. Midtjylland h...Full Story »

[(Wellington Phoenix) Strength]: 1. There is only a two-point gap between the two teams, and the outcome of this match will affect their upcoming rankings, so both sides are unlikely to be complacent.2. Wellington Phoenix have scored 9 goals in their last 5 matches, indicating strong recent performance from their forward line and commendable scoring ability...Full Story »

Arsenal’s push for the Premier League title may be showing faint signs of faltering, but the Gunners remain an unstoppable force in the Champions League. An eighth consecutive victory saw Mikel Arteta’s side make history as the first team to seal a perfect 100% record in the league phase since the format’s introduction last season – with only a late consolation goal in s...Full Story »

Barcelona staged a blistering second-half rally to claim a 4-1 victory over Copenhagen at the Camp Nou, clinching a top-eight finish in the Champions League and locking in a direct spot in the competition’s Round of 16. Paris Saint-Germain, by contrast, will have to navigate the playoff stage to continue their European campaign...Full Story »