MLS will be represented by a record 44 active players at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the most of any league in the Western Hemisphere. The league also announced that 103 current and former MLS players will compete in the tournament, highlighting the growing impact of MLS clubs, academies, and MLS NEXT Pro on the global stage...Full Story »

Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes has seen a remarkable 350 per cent surge in his shirt sales following his crucial penalty miss against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final. Despite the heartbreak of the shootout defeat, the Gunners' fanbase has rallied behind the centre-back, making his name the most requested on replica kits...Full Story »

RB Leipzig sensation Yan Diomande has opened up on the evolution of his game as Europe’s elite clubs scramble for his signature ahead of a potential blockbuster summer move. The Ivorian winger, who has become one of the most feared attackers in the Bundesliga, is currently at the centre of a massive transfer tussle involving Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain...Full Story »

The typical lineups of the national teams participating in the 2026 World Cup: all the probable starters and the possible starting formations of the coaches...Full Story »

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

Southampton's dramatic fall from the Championship play-offs has been further illuminated by the release of damning evidence regarding their widespread spying operation. Leaked WhatsApp messages have exposed the culture under head coach Tonda Eckert, where junior staff members felt forced to monitor secret training sessions of rival clubs. The saga, which culminated in the Saints being thrown ou...Full Story »

France icon Marcel Desailly has strongly defended his compatriot Kylian Mbappe amid recent criticism surrounding the forward's time at Real Madrid. With Jose Mourinho reportedly set to take charge of Los Blancos this summer, Desailly believes the incoming manager must build his tactical system around the prolific attacker rather than expecting him to undertake heavy defensive duties...Full Story »

There has been significant recent friction between Atlético and FC Barcelona. The dispute was triggered by media reports indicating that Barça were stepping up their pursuit of Atlético's star striker Álvarez and were close to securing a deal for the Argentine World Cup winner...Full Story »

Barcelona star Dani Olmo has moved to silence speculation regarding potential friction within the Spain camp following the release of squad numbers for the 2026 World Cup. Despite his meteoric rise to global superstardom, teenage sensation Lamine Yamal will not be wearing the iconic No.10 jersey in North America this summer...Full Story »

Manchester City defender Ruben Dias is not convinced the 2026 World Cup will mark the end for veterans like 41-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo, defending champion Lionel Messi, 38, and Luka Modric, 40. The Portuguese centre-back discussed the immense motivation his squad feels to capture the only major trophy their iconic captain has failed to win...Full Story »

Manchester United icon Roy Keane took on the role of proud father as his daughter, Leah, married Southampton defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis. The pair tied the knot in a stunning rural ceremony held at the picturesque Kin House in Wiltshire...Full Story »

Argentina legend Lionel Messi is receiving special treatment at the team's training camp ahead of the 2026 World Cup in North America. As he prepares to lead his nation in a record-breaking sixth tournament, the Inter Miami star has been granted a unique luxury not given to anyone else in the squad, allowing him to focus entirely on defending the crown they won in Qatar...Full Story »

Steffen Freund believes England are currently better equipped than Germany to challenge for the 2026 World Cup, though he has warned of a potential stumbling block for Thomas Tuchel. The former Tottenham and Borussia Dortmund midfielder suggests that while the Three Lions possess superior squad depth, the manager's history with man-management could pose a threat to their pursuit of silverware...Full Story »

The spying scandal involving Southampton FC and its German manager, Tonda Eckert, continues to keep English football on tenterhooks. A flood of new details has now emerged...Full Story »

Marco Silva is officially leaving Fulham this summer, paving the way for a sensational switch to Benfica. The Portuguese manager departs after five successful seasons to succeed Jose Mourinho. With the 'Special One' heading back to crisis-hit Real Madrid, Silva prepares to take over in Lisbon despite receiving a lucrative £8 million-a-year offer to remain at Craven Cottage...Full Story »

Scott McTominay has opened up on his remarkable life transformation in Italy, where the former Manchester United midfielder has evolved from a Premier League workhorse into a Serie A superstar and fashion icon. Since trading Old Trafford for Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, the Scotland international has spearheaded a Scudetto-winning campaign and secured a prestigious Ballon d'Or nomination...Full Story »

Former French forward Christophe Dugarry has launched a scathing attack on Mikel Arteta's Arsenal following their heartbreaking Champions League final defeat to Paris Saint-Germain. The World Cup winner labelled the Premier League champions "a bunch of clowns" for employing an ultra-defensive strategy, accusing the Londoners of arriving in Budapest with an "inflated ego"...Full Story »

As football fans turn their eyes toward the monumental 2026 World Cup, Nike isn’t just planning to dominate the action on the pitch. They are actively trying to conquer the culture of it...Full Story »

Alejandro Garnacho has never been one to shy away from making a bold statement, and the Chelsea winger has taken his love for body art to a new level. The Argentina international has unveiled a staggering new tattoo that covers his entire back, drawing inspiration from one of cinema's most iconic villains...Full Story »

France international defender Ibrahima Konate is reportedly closing in on a sensational move to Real Madrid, just days after his emotional departure from Liverpool was officially confirmed. The 27-year-old centre-back leaves Anfield as a free agent this summer following a sudden breakdown in contract talks, paving the way for a lucrative switch to the Spanish giants...Full Story »