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 »