The MLS All Star initial XI has been revealed, and the big names have made it - along with a few well-deserved surprises. GOAL's writers break it all down in the latest Rondo...Full Story »

Declan Rice is “up there” with the best midfielders that England have ever produced, Peter Reid has told GOAL, as the Arsenal talisman has joined a talent bracket that includes the likes of Steven Gerrard and Bryan Robson. That is a big billing, but the newly-crowned Premier League title winner will want to justify it when starring at the 2026 World Cup...Full Story »

Fresh off a win over Senegal, the USMNT face their toughest pre-World Cup test yet against Jamal Musiala, Kai Havertz and Germany. GOAL breaks down five key storylines...Full Story »

Lionel Messi has been selected to the MLS All Star team, and highlights a stacked roster after the initial round of fan, player and media voting. LAFC star Son Heung-Min was also selected, while USMNTers Tim Ream and Sebastian Berhalter also earned selections. With the initial XI selected, head coach Dean Smith and Commissioner Don Garber will round out the roster...Full Story »

Luka Modric could be considered unique, given all that he has achieved, but Ivan Perisic has told GOAL that Croatia are capable of producing another Ballon d’Or winner in the future. The most decorated performer to emerge from that part of the world collected a prestigious Golden Ball in 2018. More “great talent” continues to drop off the production line, leaving hopes high when it comes to cre...Full Story »

Tottenham have completed the signing of veteran left-back Andy Robertson on a free transfer following his departure from Liverpool. The Scotland captain will officially move to London this summer, bolstering manager Roberto De Zerbi’s squad after a drama-filled pursuit that originally collapsed during the winter transfer window...Full Story »

Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al-Mubarak has pledged to speak openly about the club’s long-running legal battle with the Premier League once a verdict is delivered. More than 18 months after an independent hearing concluded, City are still waiting for a decision on 115 alleged breaches of financial regulations while maintaining their innocence throughout the process...Full Story »

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• Manchester City F.C.

Graham Potter has leapt to the defence of his star striking duo Viktor Gyokeres and Alexander Isak, insisting that both players remain elite talents despite receiving mixed reviews in England. The Sweden head coach, who is preparing for a World Cup campaign after a dramatic qualification play-off, believes the external perception of his forwards doesn’t match the reality of their contributions...Full Story »

Southampton have completed the permanent signing of goalkeeper Daniel Peretz from Bayern Munich on a four-year contract for a reported £6 million fee. The Israeli international enjoyed a successful loan spell on the south coast last season, playing an instrumental role in securing a Championship play-off position before the club’s subsequent disqualification...Full Story »

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Brentford have suffered a major transfer blow after a proposed €50 million deal for Koln winger Said El Mala collapsed at the final hurdle. Despite both clubs reaching an agreement over the historic valuation, the 19-year-old's mother, who acts as his primary advisor, ultimately pulled the plug on the move to London...Full Story »