Newcastle are on the verge of confirming their first arrival of the summer transfer window as Reims goalkeeper Ewen Jaouen heads to Tyneside. While initial reports suggested a hefty price tag, the Magpies have successfully negotiated a deal that sees them pay significantly less for the highly-rated 20-year-old...Full Story »

Michael Olise scored three and France overcame a brief scare from Northern Ireland to wrap up their pre-World Cup friendlies with a comfortable 3-1 win. The Bayern Munich star was effective throughout and good value for his hat-trick as Les Bleus saw off the visitors without really getting out of second gear. It's hard to imagine a better result before France move to the U.S...Full Story »

GOAL takes a look at the big storylines and takeaways in the latest installment of the USMNT notebook...Full Story »

Newcastle are reportedly prepared to sanction the sale of Sandro Tonali this summer as they look to proactively manage their squad value and avoid the complications that surrounded Alexander Isak's future. The Italian midfielder has become the subject of intense interest from the Premier League's elite, sparking what could become one of the biggest transfer sagas of the upcoming window...Full Story »

Kobbie Mainoo continues to establish himself as one of the most technically gifted players in the England setup, even leaving his teammates in awe during training. The Manchester United midfielder has been singled out for his incredible close control as Thomas Tuchel’s side prepares for World Cup action in the United States...Full Story »

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Nottingham Forest have slapped a staggering price tag on Elliot Anderson as Manchester City look to rebuild their midfield following the departure of Pep Guardiola. While the former Newcastle man has emerged as a top priority for the Etihad hierarchy, questions are being asked about whether any club will realistically match the current demands...Full Story »

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Barcelona prodigy Lamine Yamal has opened up on the moment he thought he had secured football’s most prestigious individual honour, only to see it slip away. The teenager admitted that failing to beat Ousmane Dembele to the Ballon d’Or actually served as a vital catalyst for his recent personal growth and maturity...Full Story »

Kylian Mbappe is currently navigating the intense scrutiny that comes with being the focal point of the Real Madrid attack, a burden previously carried by club legend Cristiano Ronaldo. Despite a prolific start to life in Spain, the Frenchman has faced accusations of arrogance and claims that his presence disrupts team balance, much like the debates that once surrounded the Portuguese icon...Full Story »

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Cristiano Ronaldo is often depicted as a superhuman figure whose obsession with perfection separates him from the rest of the sporting world. However, former team-mate Danilo has offered a refreshing glimpse into the reality of sharing a dressing room with the five-time Ballon d'Or winner, insisting that the Portuguese icon is far more grounded than his public persona suggests...Full Story »

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Neymar is pulling out all the stops to ensure he is fit for Brazil’s 2026 World Cup campaign, including the use of specialised space-age equipment. The Selecao icon, who is undergoing intensive rehabilitation for a chronic calf injury in New Jersey, was spotted sporting a fresh haircut...Full Story »

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