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Enzo 'didn't want to hurt anyone' with controversial song aimed at France

Chelsea star Enzo Fernandez has claimed he did not set out to hurt anyone by singing a controversial song aiming at the France team during Argentina's Copa America celebrations in 2024. The midfielder issued a public apology after footage emerged of several Argentina players singing a song that questioned the heritage of France's black and mixed race players.

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Report: Copa América organizers reach $14M settlement with fans

A legal settlement has been reached related to the disruptions at the 2024 Copa América final, with organizers and venue operators agreeing to pay $14 million to fans affected by access and safety issues at Hard Rock Stadium. The class action was filed after security problems prevented some ticket holders from entering the venue and created unsafe conditions for others inside.

'He sticks a finger up your ass' - Di Maria hails Argentina boss Scaloni

Angel Di Maria has urged Argentina to hand Lionel Scaloni a “lifetime contract” after hailing the coach’s impact and unique leadership style.

Lionel Messi's top 10 Argentina moments - ranked

GOAL picks the most magical and meaningful goals, assists and performances of the GOAT's international career

Why Martinez is football's ultimate wind-up merchant

The former Arsenal shot-stopper relishes the heat of battle and will take any opportunity he can to taunt his opponents

'Worried about future of USMNT' - 'Golden Generation' questioned

Clint Dempsey is "worried about the future of this USMNT" after seeing America's so-called "Golden Generation" experience "two big failures".

Rodriguez claims Messi & Argentina were 'favoured' by ref in Copa final

Colombia star James Rodriguez has accused Copa America 2024 final referee Raphael Claus of unduly favouring Lionel Messi and Argentina.

Football's biggest winners & losers of 2024

It's been an incredible year for some clubs, coaches and players - but it's been a nightmare for others...

Top 25 men's players of the 21st century - ranked

GOAL attempts the impossible by ranking the finest footballers of the past 25 yeas based on talent, trophies, impact and longevity...

Ronaldo vs Messi: Who is the GOAT in football?

A serious discussion point on five-a-side pitches and barstools across the world, the issue of which player is the greatest of all time persists

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Explained: Canada Soccer's Olympic & Copa America 'spygate' scandal

Bev Priestman, then-head coach of the women's team, was banned because of an issue that could be 'systemic' and also relates to Jesse Marsch's side

Top 25 goalkeepers of the 21st century - ranked

GOAL counts down the finest shot-stoppers of the past 25 years, including Gigi Buffon, Manuel Neuer and Iker Casillas

Ballon d'Or 2024: Official 30-man rankings revealed

As the midfielder was rewarded for his sensational 2023-24 campaign, the rest of the 30-man shortlist found out their final positions in the voting

Every Ballon d'Or winner of the 21st century - ranked

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

Ballon d'Or Rankings: Rodri rises to No.1 amid Madrid boycott

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?

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Revealed: Messi struck referee deal to avoid major final ban

It has been revealed that Lionel Messi once struck a mid-game shirt deal with a Copa America referee that allowed him to avoid a ban for the final.

Fofana reveals how Chelsea players 'sorted out' Fernandez saga

Wesley Fofana has explained how Chelsea players dealt with Enzo Fernandez's controversial video after Argentina's World Cup win.

Messi's wife celebrates Mateo's birthday with awesome photo

Lionel Messi's wife Antonela Roccuzzo has shared a collection of photos of the couple's son Mateo on his 9th birthday.

Europe or USA? Confusion over date for Messi vs Yamal clash

Confusion continues to reign when it comes to Lionel Messi’s potential clash with Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal in the next Finalissima.

Suarez offers advice to Nunez after lengthy ban

Liverpool star Darwin Nunez has been handed a lengthy ban by CONMEBOL for a brawl in the Copa America, and Luis Suarez has now offered him key advice.

Emi Martinez Copa America trophy celebration

Martinez can’t help himself! Keeper dusts off lewd celebration

World Cup winner Emi Martinez has dusted off his lewd trophy celebration when helping Argentina to parade their latest Copa America crown.

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Messi sends emotional retirement message to Di Maria

Lionel Messi sent an emotional retirement message to Angel Di Maria as his fellow World Cup winner bid farewell to the Argentina national team.

Messi a clear victim of Ballon d'Or's European bias

Father Time may be catching up with the Barcelona legend, but his omission from the 2024 nominees list just doesn't sit right

Ballon d'Or: Vinicius, Rodri & the 2024 Golden Ball nominees

The shortlist for world football's most prestigious individual award has been revealed ahead of the ceremony in Paris on October 28

Yashin Trophy 2024: Best goalkeeper nominees revealed

Previous winners of the award include Thibaut Courtois and Alisson Becker, but who will claim this year's prize at the ceremony on October 28?

Liverpool ace Nunez hit with lengthy ban over Copa America brawl

Liverpool's Darwin Nunez has been banned for five games and fined €20,000 for his role in a Copa America brawl after Uruguay's loss to Colombia.

Ex-Real Madrid star Rodriguez joins La Liga minnows

Copa America star James Rodriguez is back in Europe following his move to La Liga outfit Rayo Vallecano.

James Rodriguez heading back to Madrid! Colombia star agrees La Liga move

Former Real Madrid star James Rodriguez is heading back to the Spanish capital after agreeing to sign a contract with a La Liga club.

Emi Martinez Argentina Copa America 2024

Martinez team-mate jokes about new ‘terrible personality’

Nicolas Otamendi has joked about how Argentina keeper Emi Martinez has “changed” and boasts a “terrible personality” after becoming a national hero.

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