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The European champions were able to bounce back from Friday's defeat to Germany, but not without showing their defensive frailties again

GOAL USA looks at the pros and cons of a potential shift to a fall-spring calendar in MLS, reported to be under consideration

The host of Premier League Mornings joins Mic'd Up to discuss Emma Hayes, The 2026 World Cup and growth of soccer in U.S.

With a third match in a week, and Emma Hayes promising rotation among the players, how will the USWNT line up vs Argentina?

GOAL writers debate the drama of the 2024 Ballon d'Or ceremony, Rodri's win and chaos surrounding soccer's marquee event

After the Man City midfielder's triumph, France Football humiliated Los Blancos even more than Barcelona had in Saturday's Clasico

The irritable Italian rubs some people up the wrong way, but he's once again proving himself the master of making an instant impact at a club

England's abysmal defensive display against Germany on Friday highlighted a number of issues that need addressing before next summer's tournament

INEOS have finally decided to make a change in the dugout, but there will be no quick fix for the Red Devils after a disastrous start to the season

The 28-year-old was front and centre of his club and country's triumphs last season, and the incredible role he plays has rightly been acknowledged

GOAL runs through every edition of the Golden Ball since 2000, outlining which players were most worthy winners - and who was robbed

Football's most prestigious individual award should go to the world's best player in any given year, but that is not always the case...

Though Spain disappointed at Paris 2024, what the Barca midfielder did throughout the 2023-24 season made her the front-runner for another Golden Ball

With the Dutchman having been finally put out of his misery on Monday, GOAL assesses his possible successors in the Old Trafford dugout...

The Dutchman has finally got his marching orders, but the long delay has already threatened to derail the Red Devils' season

The winner will be announced in Paris on Monday, October 28 - so which of the game's biggest stars are true contenders, and who are merely pretenders?

The France captain's honeymoon period at Santiago Bernabeu is well and truly over after a nightmare display against Barcelona

The Dutch coach didn't spend transfer funds wisely during his time at Old Trafford, but who stands out as the worst buy of his turbulent tenure?

The ex-Ajax boss has been fired and leaves after his side were embarrassed on a number of occasions over the past two-and-a-half years

The England star's campaign ended in heartbreak, but he needs to be recognised for a historic season

The forward should be acknowledged as the best on the planet following an immense campaign at Santiago Bernabeu

The last three Golden Ball winners have represented Barcelona and Spain, and it looks likely that at least one of those themes will continue

Mix of experimentation, experience make the difference as USWNT rally, keep Emma Hayes unbeaten in 12 matches

Veterans, rookies lead the way as the U.S. comes back from a goal down, notch second straight 3-1 win over Iceland

The reigning champions end the weekend back at the top of the table after their main title rivals played out a draw in north London

GOAL reviews the takeaways from Americans playing in Europe, including big moments for Adams, McKennie, Weah and Pepi

The Gunners performed admirably against the Reds with a shorthanded defence, but had to settle for a draw at the Emirates on Sunday

Arne Slot's side fought back in north London as their top scorer netted a late equaliser to keep them within a point of Manchester City

The controversial defeat to the Irons was the Red Devils' ninth loss in 16 Premier League games in the city, another blot on the Dutchman's copybook