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Opinion Chelsea
Maresca learning success doesn't mean stability at Chelsea
After Chelsea's hard-fought Carabao Cup win in Cardiff on Tuesday, Enzo Maresca went to applaud the travelling support. They responded by singing the Italian's name. At most clubs, there would be nothing remotely remarkable about a pretty perfunctory display of mutual affection between a fan base and a trophy-winning manager. Chelsea are not most clubs, though.
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Americans Abroad: Clash of stars in Aaronson vs. Richards
GOAL looks at the biggest storylines among Americans Abroad, including Richards taking on Aaronson and what the French Cup could mean for Ligue 1's USMNT quartet.
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The Rondo: Will Arsenal hold on in the title race? Is Alonso out?
GOAL U.S. writers take a look at some of the biggest storylines in European soccer, including Mo Salah's future, Vinicius Jr's exit rumors, and the Premier League title race
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Analysis USA
State of the USMNT - Defensive midfield: Adams in, but who else?
With the 2026 World Cup just months away, GOAL looks at the state of the midfielders vying for spots next summer
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Analysis Y. Diomande
Banks, Diomande and the five World Cup breakout candidates
There are plenty of top talents, from the United States and abroad, who are expected to make their mark for the first time at the 2026 World Cup
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Analysis L. Suarez
Suarez's new contract makes sense - if he can accept bench role
The Uruguayan legend can still offer value, but only if he accepts a reduced role to justify his contract extension.
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Analysis USA
Americans Abroad trends: Reyna finds feet as Balogun thrives
GOAL looks inside the numbers, tactics and trends for key U.S. internationals in Europe this season.
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NXGN RB Leipzig
Red Bull's best post-Haaland star on Liverpool & City's radar
With all the data and all the video footage you could ever hope for, there really shouldn't be many secrets left in the world of youth football. Sure, progress isn't linear and some players' attributes translate better to the adult game than others, but for most teams, picking and finding the best young talent still feels like a bit of a lottery, at least from the outside looking in.
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Analysis DC United
Top pick Nikola Markovic on D.C. United hopes, pro mindset
Selected first overall by D.C. United in Thursday’s MLS SuperDraft, the imposing center back joined GOAL Convo to explain why a rebuild doesn’t intimidate him.
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Jones reveals Salah apologised following Liverpool rant
Leicester apologise after breaking festive tradition
Wrexham lose late as substitute Idah scores dramatic winner
Spurs, Man City and Liverpool receive Semenyo boost
Slot will not speak about Salah while away from Liverpool
Gyokeres speaks out after beating competition from Isak again
Retirement date? Ronaldo will 'want to be No.1' when he goes
Barcelona close in on Norwich wonderkid
Forget Real Madrid and Lyon! Endrick told he must join Tottenham
Moyes reveals hilarious story about 'moaner' Arteta
Man Utd told to sign BVB star to replace Mbeumo & Amad
Yaya Toure reveals 'bitter rivalry' with brother Kolo
VIDEO: USMNT star Dike reveals secrets of rise
Man Utd to advance Semenyo interest in January
'Lazy' Fernandes criticism blasted by ex-Man Utd striker
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D. Dike West Bromwich Albion
VIDEO: USMNT star Dike reveals secrets of rise
USMNT star Daryl Dike is the latest high-profile guest to join Adebayo Akinfenwa on the Beast Mode On Podcast. The West Bromwich Albion star opens up on his rise through college football, facing Real Madrid star Antonio Rudiger, and naming the best opponent he's gone head-to-head with throughout a meteoric rise that has earned him 10 international caps ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
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USMNT star Adams out for several months after MCL tear
Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola revealed U.S. international Tyler Adams will be out at least two months after suffering an MCL injury in a press conference on Friday. The injury came against Manchester United, and it will rob the Cherries of the U.S. men's national team star's presence through this crucial winter stretch.
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World Cup 2026 winner set for unprecedented $50m payout
FIFA approved a landmark financial package for the 2026 World Cup on Friday, confirming a record USD 727 million in prize money for the expanded 48-team tournament. The decision, made by the FIFA Council ahead of this weekend’s Intercontinental Cup final in Qatar, was described by FIFA as part of a broader series of measures shaping the future of the World Cup and global youth football.
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'Rarefied air' - Lalas praises Reyna’s recent performances
Alexi Lalas has praised Giovanni Reyna’s recent surge in playing time and form, calling it “rarified air” for the young midfielder. The former USMNT star and current analyst said this is the context in which Reyna should be judged - consistent, impactful performances - rather than sporadic appearances or distractions away from the field.
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Analysis C. Richards
State of the USMNT - Center backs: Who will join Richards?
With the 2026 World Cup just months away, GOAL looks at the state of the central defenders vying for spots next summer

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The life and times of 'Lord' Nicklas Bendtner
The life of a professional footballer is a dream for most people. You get paid handsomely to play the most popular sport in the world. The fame and notoriety are to die for. Yet even this high of highs isn't enough to completely satisfy the one percent who actually make it to the top of the game, and Nicklas Bendtner is walking, talking proof of that.
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Hidden Gems FC: The rise of N'Golo Kante
On September 15, 2018, N'Golo Kante walked off the Stamford Bridge pitch, satisfied. As was often the case, the Frenchman had just covered every blade of grass over the course of the 90 minutes. And, as was so often the case, he was not one of the major speaking points at full-time. Not right away, at least.
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ICONS: Beckenbauer & the 1990 World Cup
Even today, there still exists that moment during World Cup victory celebrations when every carefully choreographed event suddenly becomes anarchic and no longer follows a script: Gennaro Gattuso, suddenly striding across the turf of Berlin's Olympic Stadium in his underpants after Italy’s triumph in 2006, having given away all his remaining clothes to the tifosi in the stands; Iker Casillas kissing his then-girlfriend, TV journalist Sara Carbonero, on the mouth during a supposedly professional interview after Spain's triumph in 2010; the shameful moments when Turkish chef Salt Bae suddenly feels like an Argentine player in Qatar in 2022 and snatched the trophy from the hands of the likes of Lionel Messi and Co.
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Analysis Manchester United
Six Man Utd back-ups set to benefit from AFCON absences
The Africa Cup of Nations is the biggest event for the continent's football outside of the World Cup, but for clubs, especially ones in the Premier League, it can create a major headache. This time around, the next month could be a particularly painful period for Manchester United, as the tournament will deprive them of three of their usual starting XI in Noussair Mazraoui, Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo.
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Opinion Liverpool
Ekitike can become Liverpool's post-Salah poster boy
Mohamed Salah bid farewell to Anfield on Saturday - but was it for good? The fact that he'd even made it onto the pitch was clearly a positive sign. After Salah's extraordinary attack on Arne Slot and the club the previous weekend, there was a very real fear that 'The Egyptian King' might not even make the squad for Liverpool's final fixture before he headed off to the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.

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Jones reveals Salah apologised following Liverpool rant
Mohamed Salah has apologised to the Liverpool dressing room following his incendiary interview earlier this month, team-mate Curtis Jones has revealed. The Reds midfielder insists the squad are united behind the Egypt forward despite him accusing the club of “throwing me under the bus” on the back of the dramatic Premier League draw with Leeds United.
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Premier League Predictions - Matchday 17
The latest Premier League predictions for Matchday 17. We’ve got picks for the weekend’s games, like Tottenham vs Liverpool & Aston Villa vs Man Utd.
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Transfers LIVE: Man Utd on alert as Neves eyes Premier League return
GOAL takes a look at the biggest transfer news and rumours from around the world
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The Premier League teams most affected by AFCON
The Africa Cup of Nations starts in December. This period offers opportunities for bettors, as several Premier League clubs will lose key players.

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'Hopefully we meet again' - Messi saga makes Laporta 'sad'
Barcelona president Joan Laporta admits the long-running Lionel Messi saga, which started in 2021 when the Argentine GOAT left for Paris Saint-Germain, has made him "sad". He does, however, hope that a crossing of paths will take place at some stage, saying: "Hopefully we meet again." A fitting tribute to Messi, be that an exhibition game or statue, is still being planned.
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D.C. United select Markovic with No. 1 pick in 2026 SuperDraft
D.C. United selected North Carolina State center back Nikola Markovic with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 MLS SuperDraft, turning to the Generation adidas defender to address defensive needs after a difficult 2025 season. The 21-year-old helped lead the Wolfpack to their first NCAA national championship appearance.
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Analysis DC United
MLS SuperDraft 2026: Agyabeng, Aman and top talents to watch
GOAL takes a look at five of the top prospects in the 2026 MLS SuperDraft, with plenty of highly-rated players hoping to make an impact from Day 1 in the pros.
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Report: Inter Miami close in on signing Canada's Dayne St. Clair
Fresh off an MLS Cup title, Inter Miami are already making moves with a repeat championship in mind. According to The Athletic, the club is nearing an agreement to sign Minnesota United and Canada international goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair. The reigning MLS Goalkeeper of the Year is out of contract following the 2025 season and would arrive to address one of the Herons’ key weaknesses.

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Spurs, Man City and Liverpool receive Semenyo boost
Bournemouth have reportedly identified a replacement for in-demand winger Antoine Semenyo, handing a transfer boost to Tottenham Hotspur, Manchester City and Liverpool ahead of the January transfer window. The Premier League trio are all believed to be keen on signing the forward, who has a release clause which will become active on New Year’s Day.
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Slot will not speak about Salah while away from Liverpool
Arne Slot will not speak about Mohamed Salah while the Liverpool forward competes at the Africa Cup of Nations, saying both he and the Egypt star have “moved on” following his incendiary interview earlier this month. The Reds manager has issued his stance on the eve of his side’s trip to Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League on Saturday evening.
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Barcelona close in on Norwich wonderkid
Barcelona are reportedly on the verge of completing a move for 15-year-old Norwich City forward Ajay Tavares. The highly-rated attacker has been tracked by a host of leading European clubs ahead of the January window, but the Catalan giants are now expected to win the race for his signature.
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Forget Real Madrid and Lyon! Endrick told he must join Tottenham
Endrick has been told to join Tottenham by ex-Brazil star Sandro to reignite his flailing career. Signed from Palmeiras in 2022 in a deal that could rise to €60 million (£52.5m/$70.5m), the Brazilian forward was heralded as one of the most exciting teenagers in world football. His first season in Spain hinted at that promise, with seven goals across 37 appearances under Carlo Ancelotti. However, since the Italian left the Spanish capital, things have not gone according to plan for Endrick.

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S. Wiegman England
Lionesses boss Wiegman wins Coach of the Year at SPOTY
Lionesses boss Sarina Wiegman has picked up the Coach of the Year award at the 2025 BBC Sports Personality of the Year ceremony following another Euros success for England. Wiegman finished top of the pile in the voting for the award after guiding England to a second straight European Championship victory in Switzerland last summer. Michelle Agyemang was also celebrating after being named the Young Sports Personality of the Year.
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R. Skinner West Ham United Women
West Ham Women sack Skinner after just one win from 11 WSL games
West Ham United Women have parted company with head coach Rehanne Skinner after a difficult run in the Women’s Super League, with just one win from their opening 11 matches of the 2025-26 season. Sitting second from bottom and struggling at both ends of the pitch, the Hammers have opted for a mid-season reset as they search for a new direction in a bid to improve results.
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UWCL draw: Holders Arsenal on course for Chelsea quarter-final
Defending champions Arsenal will face London rivals Chelsea in the Women's Champions League quarter-finals, if they can defeat OH Leuven in the knockout play-offs. The Gunners beat the Belgian minnows 3-0 in the last round of the league phase and will be heavily favoured to do so again, making an all-English quarter-final incredibly likely.
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Sophia Wilson is returning to Portland Thorns for 2026 season
Sophia Wilson will return to the Portland Thorns for the 2026 NWSL season after exercising the player option in her contract. The 25-year-old U.S. women’s national team forward missed the 2025 campaign while on maternity leave, but is set to resume her career with the club where it began after she was selected No. 1 in the 2020 NWSL College Draft, and became a central figure in Portland’s sustained success.