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  1. Tudor, Moyes & the 10 worst EPL managerial tenures ever

    To paraphrase the great Homer Simpson, it is not only easy to criticise, but fun, too. It is quite simple to sit and judge from this ivory tower, but hey, that's football after all, merely a game of opinions. Being a Premier League manager must be one of the loneliest gigs in the world, particularly when results are wayward and your job security is the subject of international speculation.

  2. Can Italy banish their demons & end World Cup woe?

    Italy are World Cup royalty. Only five-time winners Brazil have been crowned champions on more occasions than the Azzurri (four). And yet it's now 20 years since Italy last lifted the trophy. Worse still, they've failed to qualify for the past two tournaments, meaning there's an entire generation that have never seen their country even play in a World Cup.

  3. Trump, ICE & Iran: Six major concerns ahead of the World Cup

    In November, we were treated to the most exhilarating reminder possible of the magic of the World Cup. History was made in Jamaica as Curacao became the smallest nation ever to qualify by holding the Reggae Boys to a 0-0 draw in Kingston. Elsewhere in CONCACAF, Haiti managed to secure a spot at the finals for the first time in 50 years with a 2-0 win over Nicaragua - in spite of the fact that they weren't able to play any games at home because of the ongoing conflict on the Caribbean island.

  4. No Ronaldo, no fun, as Portugal settle for drab scoreless draw

    Portugal were solid defensively but offered little going forward, and were forced to settle for a 0-0 draw against a much-changed Mexico with Cristiano Ronaldo sidelined due to injury. Roberto Martinez's men had the majority of the ball, but little concrete to show for it. The two teams combined for three shots on target over the course of 90 forgettable minutes.

  5. Props for Palmer but Foden's in the last chance saloon!

    As the paper aeroplanes took flight around Wembley Stadium early in the first half of this eventual 1-1 draw between England and Uruguay, the fans were showing that they had already lost their interest. It looked like the players were also phoning it in and some needed reminding that not only was a World Cup just around the corner, but that their place at the tournament was far from guaranteed.

  6. Miedema stars as Man City run riot at Old Trafford

    Vivianne Miedema stole the show as Manchester City ran riot at Old Trafford on Saturday afternoon, humbling Manchester United in a dominant 3-0 win to take one big step towards their first Women's Super League title in 10 years. Two headers in two first half minutes from Miedema got City off to a flying start and established a comfortable lead that would never slip, as Kerstin Casparij wrapped things up after the break to move Andree Jeglertz's side 11 points clear at the top of the table.

  7. Russo paints north London red with 22-minute hat-trick

    A first-half hat-trick from Alessia Russo powered Arsenal to a 5-2 win over north London rivals Tottenham Hotspur in the Women's Super League on Saturday. The Gunners have one eye on their Champions League quarter-final with Chelsea having beaten the Blues 3-1 in the first leg on Tuesday before heading to Stamford Bridge this coming midweek, and ensured they are on track to qualify for next season's edition with a thumping victory back in domestic action.

  8. What's going on with Saka?! Starboy losing talismanic status

    When Bukayo Saka scored his 13th goal for England against Wales in October and became the highest scoring Arsenal player to play for the Three Lions, one reporter thought it would be a good opportunity to ask Thomas Tuchel to reflect on the winger’s international career. He most likely expected the German to wax lyrical about one of the best players for club and country over the past five years.

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  1. Liverpool & Chelsea join race for Lacroix

    Crystal Palace are bracing for a surge of interest in Maxence Lacroix after the defender made his senior international debut for France. Liverpool, Chelsea, and Aston Villa are all reportedly monitoring the 25-year-old, who has established himself as the fastest centre-back in the Premier League this season. With no release clause in his current deal, the Eagles face a major battle to retain their defensive lynchpin this summer.

  2. Bernardo Silva formally tells Man City he's leaving

    Bernardo Silva has reportedly taken the definitive step of formally informing Manchester City that he intends to leave the club at the end of the season. The Portuguese playmaker, who has been a cornerstone of Pep Guardiola’s success in Manchester, is now looking for a fresh challenge as his current contract approaches its expiration date.

  3. Golden Glove leader Raya snubbed on top three PL keepers list

    Golden Glove leader David Raya and Emi Martinez have been snubbed as Mark Crossley draws up his list of the top three Premier League goalkeepers for GOAL. The former Nottingham Forest and Wales shot-stopper has explained the skill set that an “ideal” No.1 must possess, with superstar performers at Manchester City and Liverpool considered to boast those qualities.

  4. Saha urges Man Utd to sign 'exciting' Tottenham star

    Former Manchester United striker Louis Saha has called on the club to secure the signing of Tottenham defender Micky van de Ven to elevate the squad to the "next level". With United currently sitting third in the Premier League under caretaker manager Michael Carrick, Saha believes the Dutch international is the type of player needed to sustain their upward trajectory. The Frenchman also highlighted a pressing need for midfield dominance and attacking reinforcements.

  5. ‘Maybe Chelsea’ - Fabregas backed for Blues or Barcelona jobs

    Cesc Fabregas has been told why his career path could lead back to Chelsea or Barcelona, with the World Cup winner doing a “remarkable” job as manager of Como. The former Spain international stepped into the dugout after hanging up his boots in Italy. He is now chasing down Champions League qualification, with Massimo Ambrosini telling GOAL why a return to familiar surroundings could be agreed at some stage.

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La Liga

  1. Enzo Fernandez drops massive Real Madrid hint in YouTube interview

    Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez has sparked fresh speculation regarding a move to Real Madrid after admitting his desire to live in the Spanish capital. During a revealing YouTube interview, the World Cup winner discussed experiencing the lifestyle in Madrid while expressing a preference for speaking his native language. Despite having a long-term contract at Stamford Bridge, his comments have intensified rumours linking him with a future switch to the Bernabeu.

  2. Robert Lewandowski

    Barca prepared to offer Lewa new contract with one key condition

    The future of Robert Lewandowski at the Spotify Camp Nou remains a major talking point as his current deal approaches its final three months. Barcelona are now reportedly willing to offer the veteran striker a one-year contract extension to keep him at the club beyond 2026. However, this proposal is strictly contingent on the Polish star accepting a significant reduction in his salary.

  3. Atleti set to table mega Alvarez contract extension offer

    Atletico Madrid are reportedly preparing a massive contract extension offer for Julian Alvarez to ward off growing transfer interest from top European clubs like Barcelona and Arsenal. The La Liga giants view the Argentine forward as the absolute cornerstone of their long-term project and are ready to shatter their wage structure to ensure he remains the undisputed face of the franchise.

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