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USMNT Rondo: Which American stood out in World Cup tune ups?
A convincing win over Senegal, followed by a spirited defeat to Germany have the USMNT with a clearer idea of who they are ahead of the World Cup
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Analysis France
World Cup arrives at perfect time for Madrid pariah Mbappe
It's strange that there isn't more hype around Kylian Mbappe as the days tick down to the 2026 World Cup getting underway, but you can probably put that down to what was a largely forgettable club season with Real Madrid. He will be mightily relieved to be away from the cauldron that is the Bernabeu having become persona non grata during the run-in, shifting his focus to making history with France in North America.
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Analysis World Cup
Yamal, Haaland & 10 stars making their World Cup debuts
We're now less than a week away from the start of the 2026 World Cup, with teams currently making their final preparations ahead of the big kick-off in the United States, Mexico and Canada on Thursday. This is the biggest World Cup ever, with 48 teams having qualified, meaning there are a whole host of players making their first appearance on the global stage.
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Winners & Losers USA
Jedi scores, Tillman rises as Miles Robinson struggles continue
The USMNT fell short against Germany in their final pre-World Cup tune-up, but Mauricio Pochettino still saw signs of progress as Antonee Robinson delivered a stunning goal, Malik Tillman impressed in a deeper role, and Miles Robinson endured another difficult outing.
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Brazil vs USA Brazil
Wilson shines but USWNT defense falls apart against Brazil
Sophia Wilson came out firing for the U.S. women's national team, marking her first international goal since 2024 with a stunning second-minute finish against Brazil in Sao Paulo. Unfortunately for Emma Hayes' side, it all came tumbling down from there as the defense unraveled in a 2-1 defeat, extending the USWNT's winless streak in Brazil to four games.
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Player ratings England
Wrap Kane in cotton wool! England toil in win over NZ
England have another warm-up game before kicking off their World Cup campaign against Croatia on June 17, but Harry Kane should clearly play no part at all in Wednesday's friendly against Costa Rice. The Three Lions captain is simply too important to Thomas Tuchel's team, as he underlined for the umpteenth time by scoring the only goal in Saturday's dreadfully dull 1-0 win over New Zealand.
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CULTURE World Cup
House of GOAL opens ticket access for World Cup fan fest
Opening July 3, House of GOAL brings the Summer of Soccer to life in Brooklyn with 16 days of soccer, music, food, film, gaming, art, and culture - welcoming more than 100,000 fans into the heart of the global game.
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Opinion World Cup
GOAL writers predict the World Cup Golden Ball winner
It's so close we can almost taste it. The 2026 World Cup is now just days away, with the best players from around the globe descending on the United States, Mexico and Canada for what promises to be a superb summer of football. While some teams will solely harbour dreams of getting out of the groups, others know that anything other than a trophy parade in late-July will go down as failure. We're set, then, for five-and-a-half weeks of drama, filled with joy and heartbreak in equal measure.
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Analysis Brazil
Carlo Ancelotti & Brazil: A match made in World Cup heaven?
Brazil are in a bad way. We know this because Neymar's fitness has been a topic of national debate for the past few months. Believe it or not, there are a significant number of Brazilians that believe that the Selecao has no chance of winning this summer's World Cup without a 34-year-old forward who has neither been fit nor good enough to play for his country since 2023.
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Iran forced into match-day only US entry as government makes terrorism claim
The 2026 World Cup has been plunged into fresh diplomatic controversy after it was revealed that Iran's national team will be forced to follow strict same-day entry and exit rules for their matches in the United States. Following a series of security claims and heightened geopolitical tensions, the squad has been told they can only step onto American soil on the actual days they are scheduled to play.
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Friendlies USA vs Germany
Sane also voices his complaints: Matthäus mocks World Cup hosts the USA
Record Germany cap-holder Lothar Matthäus was amused by the conditions in the US after the DFB side's final World Cup warm-up on Saturday night.
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Player ratings FEATURES
Robinson's golazo not enough as USMNT show fight in Germany loss
Antonee Robinson scored a screamer and the USMNT showed plenty of fight, but defensive lapses proved costly in a 2-1 loss to Germany.
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USA vs Germany Germany
WATCH: Robinson scores a golazo to help USMNT level against Germany
Antonee Robinson has built a reputation as one of the Premier League’s top left backs, but the USMNT defender showed he can be just as dangerous at the other end of the pitch. Robinson blasted a rocket past Germany goalkeeper Oliver Baumann to pull the Americans level at 1-1 - and somehow, his celebration may have been even better.

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NXGN Sweden
Why Chelsea have made a world-record bid for Sweden teen
Khadija Shaw is one of the best centre-forwards in the women's game, if not the best. Winner of three successive Women's Super League Golden Boots, and scorer of more goals than any other player in Europe's top five leagues since her move to Manchester City in 2021, it's no wonder that Chelsea were trying to bring her to west London as her contract neared its expiry this summer. But as it became apparent that the Blues were going to miss out on Shaw, it says a lot about Felicia Schroder that the Swedish teenager was next on their wish list.
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Player ratings World Cup
Sorry, Cristiano, Bruno is Portugal's most important player!
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes showed why he's Portugal's most important player going into this summer's World Cup in North America by starring in a 2-1 friendly win over Chile in Lisbon on Saturday evening that featured a stupid red card for winger Rafael Leao and a worryingly ineffective display from Seleccao skipper Cristiano Ronaldo.
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Winners & Losers Canada vs Ireland
De Fougerolles rises, attack stalls as Canada wrap WC tune ups
Canada’s final World Cup friendlies offered promise and concern, as Luc de Fougerolles rose, Ismaël Koné impressed and Cyle Larin’s goal drought deepened.
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World Cup Opinion
What on earth has El Mala done? Making sense of Karl's outburst and Nagelsmann's reaction
Ouedraogo for Karl—would that have been a hot take? Not for Julian Nagelsmann, which begs the question: what on earth is wrong with the man? Or, for that matter, what are we even discussing here? A commentary.
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Opinion World Cup
GOAL writers predict the World Cup Golden Boot winner
It's so close we can almost taste it. The 2026 World Cup is now just days away, with the best players from around the globe descending on the United States, Mexico and Canada for what promises to be a superb summer of football. While some teams will solely harbour dreams of getting out of the groups, others know that anything other than a trophy parade in late-July will go down as failure. We're set, then, for five-and-a-half weeks of drama, filled with joy and heartbreak in equal measure.

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A. Gordon M. Rashford
Gordon reveals Rashford's Barcelona advice after sealing shock transfer
Anthony Gordon has opened up about his blockbuster £70m move from Newcastle to Barcelona, revealing the private role Marcus Rashford played in the transition. Despite their rivalry for a starting spot in Thomas Tuchel’s England side, the Manchester United forward has been acting as a mentor following his own 2025-26 loan spell with the Catalan giants.
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Tottenham Hotspur J. van Hecke
Tottenham rejected again! Brighton turn down second bid for Van Hecke
Tottenham have suffered a significant blow in their summer transfer plans after Brighton rejected a second formal offer for Jan Paul van Hecke. The north London side are moving quickly to overhaul a backline that struggled immensely last season, but they have found the Seagulls to be tough negotiators for the Dutch international.
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Barcelona P. Guardiola
'I'm a big fan!' - Guardiola praises Flick but warns of UCL danger
Pep Guardiola has lavished praise on the work being done by Hansi Flick at Barcelona, admitting he has become a "big fan" of the brand of football currently on display at Spanish champions. However, the former Manchester City boss also offered a stern word of caution regarding the club's continental ambitions and the psychological weight of the Champions League.
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F. Chiesa Liverpool
Chiesa wants Serie A return after Liverpool struggles
Federico Chiesa has confirmed his intention to seek a return to Serie A following a frustrating spell at Liverpool that saw him marginalized under Arne Slot. Despite being part of a Premier League-winning squad, the Italian international has struggled for consistent game time and is now eyeing a move back to Italy to reignite his career.

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D. Joveljic Sporting Kansas City
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The Rondo: Did Son Hueng-Min deserve to be on All-Stars XI?
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.
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Liga MX L. Messi
Messi, Son among star-studded MLS All-Star XI for ASG clash
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.
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Transfers A. Saint-Maximin
Ex-Newcastle winger agrees deal to join MLS side
Former Newcastle United winger Allan Saint-Maximin has agreed a deal to join Major League Soccer outfit Charlotte FC following a brief stint in Ligue 1. The French attacker is set to move to North Carolina as a Designated Player, cutting short his successful comeback in his homeland with Lens.

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Bundesliga I. Saibari
Set for a swift move? FC Bayern close to their first transfer coup
FC Bayern's first major summer transfer could be finalized within days.
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Bundesliga C. Uzun
€200m? Eintracht could face a player exodus this summer
A new manager—and new key players? Eintracht Frankfurt could face a major exodus of players this summer.
A. Soerloth R. Kolo Muani
Juve closing in on Sorloth transfer before launching 'all-out' pursuit for Kolo Muani
Juventus are preparing for a major offensive in the transfer market as they look to completely overhaul their attacking options ahead of the new season. The Bianconeri are prioritising the arrival of Atletico Madrid striker Alexander Sorloth before turning their full attention to Paris Saint-Germain star Randal Kolo Muani.
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Bundesliga Borussia Dortmund
Could Leipzig pip BVB to the signing of a Bundesliga rising star?
RB Leipzig are reportedly targeting Fisnik Asllani of TSG Hoffenheim as they look to bolster their attack for the coming season.

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England World Cup
Who are the Lionesses' most capped players?
England women's national team has enjoyed a lot of success in recent years, winning the European Championships in 2022 and 2025 while also reaching the 2023 Women's World Cup final, and those involved in those successes in Sarina Wiegman's side are now starting to creep into the record books when it comes to caps, as well as trophies.
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World Cup Australia
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Barcelona A. Putellas
What next for Barca - & Spain - as top trio bid farewell?
A quick scroll through the Spain squad to face England in a crucial Women's World Cup qualifier on Friday and there is one team represented more than any other: Barcelona. Eleven of the 25 names selected by Sonia Bermudez are based in Catalunya, with La Roja able to tap into that familiarity in a very impactful way over the years. But a lot is going to change at Barca this summer.