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From Rikers Island to free pitches: Mamdani on NYC's World Cup
From discounted tickets and free fan festivals, to 24-hour pitches and a visit to Rikers Island, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani tells GOAL how his administration sought to make the World Cup accessible - and what he hopes it will leave behind.
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Opinion Premier League
Transfer check-in: GOAL grades Europe's 10 richest clubs
The football world seems to move faster and faster these days. No sooner had the World Cup ended than attention immediately shifted to the transfer market - which is understandable, given some massive deals are expected to be confirmed in the coming days, following in the footsteps of Morgan Rogers' shock £117 million move from Aston Villa to Chelsea.
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CONCACAF Player Rankings: Who is the new No. 1 after the World Cup?
GOAL breaks down the top five players in CONCACAF following the World Cup
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Analysis World Cup
What it's like to win a World Cup from those who have done it
World Cup winners Jurgen Klinsmann, Kaka, Mario Gotze and Carles Puyol tell GOAL about the pressure, relief and lasting impact of lifting the trophy.
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Transfers Premier League
10 EPL transfers you might have missed during the World Cup
The transfer window usually dominates the back pages during the summer, but that's rarely the case in tournament years as the market is forced to take a back seat. Business never sleeps, however, and several deals have gone under the radar during the 2026 World Cup. After five-and-a-half weeks and some 104 matches, the big event is finally over, which means attention can now turn to the comings and goings at club level.
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Analysis Spain
World Cup winners Spain set up to dominate for a decade
Unai Simon won the Golden Glove at the 2026 World Cup after keeping seven clean sheets in eight appearances - a truly historic achievement, and yet it would be difficult to argue that the goalkeeper played a particularly important role in Spain's success because he barely had anything to do.
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The Rondo: Worst final ever? Where does Messi's legacy stand?
After nearly 40 epic days, the World Cup has drawn to a close. The final did not deliver on drama, but there is perhaps justice in the best team winning it all.
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World Cup final went big on America - and left soccer behind
FIFA's 104th and final Super Bowl delivered plenty of American pomp and circumstance, yet seemed to forget about the soccer
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World Cup superlatives: Who was the tournament's biggest loser?
From Messi's brilliance to the American infatuation with Erling Haaland, GOAL looks at some of the best and worst of the 2026 World Cup
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Pochettino's USMNT future remains unresolved after a 4-1 World Cup exit to Belgium, with the coach set to decide on a contract extension imminently.

Barcelona

Frenkie de Jong faces up to six months out with a serious knee injury, while Barcelona push to sign Karim Adeyemi and risk losing Ferran Torres to PSG.

Real Madrid

Real Madrid are deep into pre-season under Jose Mourinho, with a potential record bid for Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise dominating the summer transfer picture.

Manchester United

Man Utd's busy summer transfer window is complicated by injury concerns over Lisandro Martinez and Kobbie Mainoo, as Michael Carrick's squad builds for a Champions League return.

Liverpool

Liverpool are chasing Monaco winger Maghnes Akliouche as a Salah replacement while Alexis Mac Allister's future hangs over Iraola's summer rebuild.

Arsenal

Arsenal face a major injury blow as William Saliba is ruled out for an extended period with a back problem sustained at the World Cup.

Chelsea

Chelsea have signed Morgan Rogers for a British record £117m and agreed to sell Garnacho to Aston Villa, signalling a major squad overhaul under Xabi Alonso.

Manchester City

Man City are reshaping for the Maresca era, securing new deals for Foden, Khusanov and Doku while Stones departs and Savinho edges closer to a £65m Tottenham move.

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‘It was one world’ - How an imperfect World Cup united fans
The 2026 World Cup had plenty of flaws, but its lasting legacy may be found in the streets, bars and stadiums where cultures converged and unexpected connections were formed.
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NXGN World Cup
20 NXGN wonderkids set to light up the 2030 World Cup
And just like that, it's over. After five-and-a-half weeks of breathless action, the 2026 World Cup is beginning to appear in the rearview mirror, the biggest international tournament in football history leaving behind a lifetime of memories while champions Spain continue their own celebrations.
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Winners & Losers World Cup
Biggest winners and losers of the 2026 World Cup
The 2026 World Cup came to a close in New Jersey on Sunday as Spain were deservedly crowned champions after a dour 1-0 win over 10-man Argentina in one of the worst finals in the tournament history. La Roja substitute Ferran Torres scored the only goal of a game that was essentially attack versus defence even before Enzo Fernandez got himself stupidly sent off for a second yellow card in the final minute of normal time.
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'Definitely hard balancing the two' - Luna on RSL, USMNT expectations
Diego Luna spoke to GOAL in May in an interview courtesy of Carl's Jr. on how he has juggled U.S. National Team duty with his club career at Real Salt Lake.
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Nearly 60,000 miles! Infantino's World Cup travel log revelaed
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has arguably been the busiest man at the 2026 World Cup, clocking up a staggering mileage that would see him circle the globe more than twice. As the tournament prepares for its grand finale between Argentina and Spain in New Jersey, the full scale of the president’s exhaustive itinerary has been revealed.

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10 star players who could still move in wild women's window
What an explosive women's transfer window it has been so far! Alexia Putellas, Beth Mead, Sam Kerr, Georgia Stanway and Mary Earps are just some of those who have been on the move in the first few weeks, but while a lot of business has already been done, there are still several big names worth keeping an eye on before windows start to slam shut in September.
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Analysis Argentina
Messi & Argentina: How he built a belated, beautiful bond
There is a sense that we are awaiting the inevitable after Argentina were downed by Spain in the 2026 World Cup final. The tears rolling down Lionel Messi's face after the full-time whistle in New Jersey suggested he may well be about to call time on his glittering international career, having powered his country through the tournament in North America at the age of 39.
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Women's football Chelsea FC Women
Chelsea need forwards but have paid over the odds for Malard
It's here. The 2026 summer transfer window has arrived and it promises to be an extremely eventful one in the women's game, with several huge stars on the move. Alexia Putellas, Georgia Stanway and Sam Kerr are just some of those who have already completed summer transfers, with there plenty of rumours and reports of more to come and some surprises sure to be sprung, too.
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Opinion World Cup
RANKED: Messi, Pele & the top 10 World Cup players ever
There's no sporting event bigger than the World Cup. It's the pinnacle of professional football, where global superstars are born, dreams die and legends live forever. Sometimes, with just one goal, one pass, one tackle, one block or one save, a previously little-known player can become a national hero, a name eternally etched in the memory of a country's collective consciousness.
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Opinion World Cup
Mbappe, Rodri & GOAL's Team of the 2026 World Cup
After five weeks, a record 104 matches played and 308 goals scored, the 2026 World Cup is officially over. From a purely footballing perspective, FIFA's biggest tournament of all time did not disappoint, with 48 teams doing battle across three host countries and the vast expanse of North America. And when 46 of those nations had been whittled away, only the top two ranked teams on the planet remained: Spain and Argentina.

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Balotelli has absolutely no career regrets
Mario Balotelli insists he has absolutely no regrets about his turbulent football career. The controversial Italian striker admits to making numerous mistakes during his younger days, but maintains a clear conscience, declaring that he has never intentionally caused harm to anyone while experiencing the inevitable highs and lows of professional football.
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Arsenal confirm Saliba out for 'extended period'
Arsenal have confirmed that star defender William Saliba is set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines after sustaining a back injury during the 2026 World Cup. The Frenchman, who was a vital part of Les Bleus' run to the semi-finals, underwent specialist reviews upon his return to London which revealed the extent of the damage.
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The relegation candidate to back from three newly-promoted teams
One promoted side’s underlying numbers suggest they exceeded expectations last season. Replicating that success in the EPL will be far more difficult.

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Inter Miami face MLS tampering investigation over Casemiro transfer
Inter Miami have secured the blockbuster free transfer of Casemiro, but Major League Soccer have immediately launched a formal investigation into the deal. The league is actively reviewing allegations of tampering made by LA Galaxy, who held the initial discovery rights for the Brazilian midfielder, casting a significant shadow over his highly anticipated arrival in the United States.
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Watch San Jose Earthquakes vs Orlando City live: Online streams and TV channels
How to watch the Major League Soccer match between San Jose Earthquakes and Orlando City, as well as kick-off time and team news
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Watch LA Galaxy vs St. Louis City live: Online streams and TV channels
How to watch the Major League Soccer match between LA Galaxy and St. Louis City, as well as kick-off time and team news
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Minnesota United confirm Rodriguez exit after just six months
Minnesota United have officially confirmed that James Rodriguez has left the club following a brief stint in Major League Soccer. The former Real Madrid and Bayern Munich playmaker finds himself as a free agent once again after the Western Conference side decided against extending his stay in the United States.

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Newcastle United Manchester City
Newcastle cool Trafford pursuit as Man City set price
Newcastle United appear to have stepped back from their pursuit of James Trafford as the goalkeeper begins his post-World Cup holiday. Despite long-standing interest in the former Burnley man, the Magpies are now hesitant to meet Manchester City's substantial financial demands to secure his services this summer.
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A. Garnacho Chelsea
Villa agree Garnacho deal with Chelsea
Alejandro Garnacho is set to leave Chelsea after just one underwhelming season at Stamford Bridge to join Aston Villa. The Argentina international has struggled for consistency in West London and will now look to revive his career under Unai Emery in Birmingham.
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Manchester City Premier League
Man City agree fresh long-term deals with two key stars
Manchester City have secured the long-term futures of two crucial first-team players, with Abdukodir Khusanov and Jeremy Doku both set to sign new contracts keeping them at the Etihad Stadium until 2031. The double agreement follows closely on the heels of Phil Foden committing to a new four-year deal, as the club prepare for a new era under manager Enzo Maresca.
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A. Tchouameni Manchester United
Man Utd make new Tchouameni approach
Manchester United have sensationally refused to drop their interest in Real Madrid powerhouse Aurelien Tchouameni, reportedly making a fresh approach for the French international. Despite the midfielder’s growing importance in the Spanish capital, the Red Devils are determined to lure him to the Premier League as they look to reshape their engine room.

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Barca reach agreement to sign Man City & Brazil star Kerolin
Barcelona have reached an agreement with Manchester City for the transfer of Kerolin in a deal that would make the Brazil international one of the most expensive players in the history of the women's game. The two clubs have been in negotiations for several weeks and, after Barca had two previous bids rejected, a fee of €1.5m (£1.28m/$1.7m) has now been agreed.
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A. Sombath Tottenham Hotspur Women
Tottenham sign Sombath from Lyon in club record transfer
Tottenham Hotspur Women have completed the marquee signing of France international defender Alice Sombath from Lyon for an undisclosed club-record fee. The highly-rated centre-back arrives in north London following a trophy-laden spell in France, providing a significant defensive boost to head coach Martin Ho's evolving squad ahead of the new campaign.
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Chelsea sign Malard to four-year deal in record sale for Man Utd
Chelsea have announced the signing of France international Melvine Malard in a deal that represents a club-record sale for Manchester United. The forward worked with Blues boss Sonia Bompastor at Lyon and now reunites with her in London to strengthen an attack that has been depleted by departures, particularly that of Sam Kerr.
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The most expensive transfers in women's football history - listed
Chelsea, Arsenal, the Orlando Pride and the London City Lionesses all broke the world record in 2025 alone, as spending in the women's game grows