The opening fixture between Brazil and Morocco delivered on safety, but there are questions to be raised about the matchday experience at such a major venue...Full Story »

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Germany legend Lothar Matthaus has hit out at Jurgen Klopp for his recent comments regarding Julian Nagelsmann’s tactical choices, insisting that the former Liverpool boss was wrong to "interfere" from the sidelines. Despite Klopp issuing a public apology for his remarks following Germany's dominant 7-1 World Cup opening victory against Curacao, Matthaus believes the damage was already done...Full Story »

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Maurizio Sarri is officially back in the dugout after Atalanta confirmed the former Chelsea and Juventus manager as their new head coach. The veteran tactician returns to Serie A following his departure from Lazio, ready to implement his trademark "Sarrismo" style in Bergamo...Full Story »

Tunisia have sensationally sacked head coach Sabri Lamouchi just one game into their 2026 World Cup campaign. The decision comes in the wake of a devastating 5-1 defeat at the hands of Sweden in their Group F opener on Sunday...Full Story »

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Harry Kane is already striking fear into his opponents before a ball has even been kicked in England's World Cup opener. Croatia defender Duje Caleta-Car has showered the Three Lions captain with praise, admitting the striker's intelligence makes him one of the most difficult players to nullify in world football...Full Story »

Raul Asencio has officially joined the 'Mourinhismo' bandwagon, insisting that Jose Mourinho’s return is exactly what Real Madrid need to reclaim domestic supremacy from Barcelona. The young defender believes the Portuguese tactician’s unique brand of intensity will transform the squad just as it did during his first stint...Full Story »

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Harry Kane has never made a secret of his desire to swap the football pitch for the gridiron, and now one of the NFL's biggest stars has given the England captain his seal of approval. Dallas Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey, who made a similar transition from professional soccer, believes the Three Lions legend possesses the "elite" striking ability required to reach the top of American football...Full Story »

Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimaraes have been generating plenty of transfer speculation at Newcastle, with Magpies legend Chris Waddle - during an exclusive interview with GOAL - urging the midfield duo to be “man enough” to state their future intentions in public. The likes of Manchester United, Arsenal and Manchester City are said to be sniffing around a couple of proven Premier League performers...Full Story »

Eberechi Eze has declared he will not abandon his trademark stuttered penalty run-up if called upon to take a spot-kick for England at the 2026 World Cup. Despite the pain of a recent miss in the Champions League final with Arsenal, the playmaker remains steadfast in his approach ahead of the tournament in North America...Full Story »

Federico Chiesa is reportedly ready to fight for his future at Liverpool following the departure of Arne Slot. Despite a frustrating spell on Merseyside that saw him marginalised under the previous regime, the Italian international is determined to make his mark under the incoming leadership of Andoni Iraola...Full Story »