Yoane Wissa made the brave decision to take on Newcastle’s No.9 shirt when completing a £55 million ($75m) transfer to St James’ Park, and Paul-Jose M’Poku has told GOAL why that call can still be justified. The former Brentford striker has endured a testing debut campaign on Tyneside, but a fellow countryman is confident that peak form will be rediscovered in time...Full Story »

In 2016, Leicester City were Premier League champions and gracing Champions League competition. In 2021, they won the FA Cup and Community Shield - allowing another foray into European competition to be enjoyed. Fast forward five years and the Foxes have suffered back-to-back relegations and will be playing in League One next season. What has gone wrong? Paul Dickov has cast an eye over the “up...Full Story »

Christian Pulisic’s goal drought isn’t just a dip in form - it’s the result of an AC Milan system that’s asking him to play a role that doesn’t suit his game...Full Story »

It was a big weekend for MLS strikers, but Lionel Messi and Inter Miami remain stuck in a strange run of form after another uneven result...Full Story »

Real Madrid and Brazil star Rodrygo has told GOAL why he continues to be inspired by fellow countryman Neymar, with hero worship being enjoyed while on international duty. Blancos forward Rodrygo will not be gracing this summer’s World Cup due to an unfortunate injury, but the Selecao’s all-time leading goalscorer remains in contention to earn a place in Carlo Ancelotti’s plans...Full Story »

According to a scathing analysis in the British daily The Telegraph, the Magpies’ campaign has been undermined by underperforming forwards, and the German striker—currently on the fringes of Eddie Howe’s first-team plans—is singled out. The piece, headlined “Newcastle’s season ruined by weak strikers”, stops short of calling for Woltemade to be sold this summer but makes a persuasive case for h...Full Story »

• English Premier League

Paul Dickov has explained to GOAL why there is a “brilliant love-hate relationship” between Rayan Cherki and Pep Guardiola at Manchester City. The “cheeky” France international playmaker has become a fan favourite at the Etihad Stadium, but some antics do not sit well with his demanding manager. There is, however, plenty of mutual respect between the pair and Cherki is considered to boast “scar...Full Story »

• Manchester City F.C.

Jesse Lingard has expressed his belief that ex-Manchester United team-mate Bruno Fernandes should be in the running for the 2026 Ballon d'Or after an "extraordinary" season. The Englishman, who is now playing for Corinthians in Brazil, has also delivered his honest verdict on Michael Carrick's tenure as interim manager at Old Trafford, with a final decision on the permanent role now looming...Full Story »

• Manchester United F.C.

Baller League is a mix of amateur players, former professionals and famous faces - with some of those calling shots as celebrity managers. The likes of Alisha Lehmann, Maya Jama, Idris Elba, Ian Wright, KSI and Angry Ginge have all passed through the Copper Box Arena. What do these A-list stars offer to the collective cause? Former Tottenham academy graduate and current Yanited star Paul-Jose M...Full Story »

• English Premier League

Emily Fox starred in Arsenal’s win over Lyon, while Alyssa Thompson, Phallon Tullis-Joyce and more USWNT regulars made their mark across a busy weekend in Europe...Full Story »