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Kane ‘not exciting’ but could become England GOAT

Harry Kane is “not a player that is really exciting”, Matt Jansen has admitted to GOAL, but the prolific Bayern Munich striker could still end up going down in history as the England GOAT. One of the most consistent forwards on the planet is already the Three Lions’ all-time leading goalscorer and has their appearance record in his sights during the countdown to another World Cup.

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Gordon reacts to Bellingham & Grealish failing to make England squad

Anthony Gordon has suggested that some of the star names that have been overlooked for Thomas Tuchel's latest England squad, including Jude Bellingham, Jack Grealish and Phil Foden, shouldn't take their omission personally. The Newcastle United forward went on to insist that it needs to be a team effort if the Three Lions are going to win major international tournaments, and is under no illusions that his place in the team is guaranteed.

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Tuchel's bizarre Grealish snub could hurt England's World Cup bid

Jack Grealish's omission from Thomas Tuchel's latest England squad was not just a surprise, but also completely ridiculous. Only a handful of Premier League players have made better starts to the season than Grealish, who has quickly rediscovered the form that once saw him touted as one of the brightest talents of his generation, since joining Everton on loan from Manchester City in the summer transfer window.

Gimenez, Lozano in, Jimenez out as Mexico announce squad

AC Milan striker Santi Giménez headlines Mexico’s 25-man squad for October friendlies, with notable absences including Raúl Jiménez, Julián Araujo and Edson Álvarez. El Tri will face South American foes Colombia and Ecuador in the FIFA window, with Javier Aguirre's roster featuring a mix of surprise inclusions and omissions.

'Tuchel should be arrested!' - England fans fume over squad

Tuchel's England squad announcement has been met with shock, derision and and hefty dose of incredulity by many after the Three Lions boss made some contentious squad selections for the forthcoming matches against Wales and Latvia. Bellingham has returned to fitness for Real Madrid following shoulder surgery, but misses out, Adam Wharton has been overlooked, but Jordan Henderson has been included and there's no place for Grealish or Foden.

Mauricio Pochettino, Christian Pulisic, USMNT

'Try to convince us' - Poch on shaping World Cup squad

Pochettino's message to this squad was clear - every player must look in the mirror and ask 'What is expected of me?'

Antonee Robinson, Patrick Agyemang, Yunas Musah

Robinson, Agyemang and USMNT roster drop winners and losers

Pochettino promised this roster would offer a clearer vision into his World Cup thoughts, with a 60-man roster winnowed to 26

McKennie, Robinson return, headline Poch's USMNT squad

Several big names are returning to the U.S. men's national team squad as Mauricio Pochettino has named a 26-player roster for October friendlies against Ecuador and Australia. Among the key returnees are Weston McKennie, Matt Turner and Antonee Robinson - all of whom missed the September camp - as they join headliners Christian Pulisic and Chris Richards.

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AFA president says Argentina to face Mexico in June friendly

The long-rumored clash between World Cup champions Argentina and Mexico is now set, according to AFA president Claudio Tapia. Tapia said in an interview that the teams will meet in early June, just days before the 2026 World Cup kicks off with Javier Aguirre’s El Tri playing their first match of the tournament at Estadio Azteca.

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Where to watch Lionel Messi games on TV & live stream

Everything you need to know about how to watch Lionel Messi in action for Inter Miami and Argentina.

Mexico v South Korea - International Friendly

Mexico to face Paraguay in November friendly in San Antonio

Javier Aguirre’s Mexico squad will close out 2025 with a friendly against Paraguay at the Alamodome in San Antonio on Nov. 18, the Mexican Football Federation confirmed on Wednesday. Days earlier, El Tri will host Uruguay at the TSM Stadium in Torreón, completing their schedule of friendlies for the remainder of the year ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Mexico to face Uruguay in November friendly during FIFA window

El Tri will play on November 15 at Torreón’s Estadio TSM Corona.

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Mexico Stock Up, Stock Down: Lira shines, Lozano falters

Javier Aguirre’s squad drew 0-0 against Japan in Oakland and salvaged a 2-2 result against South Korea on Tuesday

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USMNT Rondo: What are World Cup ramifications of Japan win?

GOAL US writers evaluate the state of the USMNT after a 2-0 loss to South Korea and subsequent 2-0 victory over Japan

Folarin Balogun, Alejandro Zendejas, Antonio Freeman

USMNT Stock Up, Stock Down: Zendejas, Balogun seize chances

Some players moved closer to Mauricio Pochettino's World Cup squad in September friendlies, but others now challenged

'We’re on the right track' - Aguirre encouraged after El Tri draws

El Tri closed the September FIFA window with a 0-0 draw against Japan and a dramatic 2-2 tie with South Korea.

Giménez saves Mexico with late stunner against South Korea

Javier Aguirre’s side closed out the September international window with two draws.

Rapid response: Zendejas, Balogun deliver much-needed win

In need of a big performance, the U.S. turned in the team's best shift of the Pochettino era, even against a rotated Japan side

WATCH: USMNT's Zendejas stuns Japan with incredible volley

The American winger has struggled for call ups and playing time, but showed his quality with incredible opening goal

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Thierry Henry calls on USMNT to 'solve issues' ahead of 2026

The Premier League legend expressed his hopes that Mauricio Pochettino's side can find form in the wake of a disappointing run

Mexico v Honduras - Gold Cup 2025: Semifinal

Santi to start? Projecting Aguirre's starting XI vs. South Korea

El Tri will face South Korea at GEODIS Park in Nashville after a disappointing 0-0 draw with Japan

'Eager to bring back the old Chucky' - Aguirre on Lozano’s form

The veteran returned to the Mexican national team against Japan after more than a year away from call-ups.

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Aguirre expects improvement from Mexico against South Korea

The “Vasco” admitted he is aware of the criticism he has received over his team’s performances.

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WATCH: All-access with Pochettino, U.S. ahead of Japan match

USMNT posted video highlighting the Argentine’s training methods ahead of the team's friendly against Japan

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'We know we need the results' - USMNT seek answers vs Japan

With a World Cup looming, Mauricio Pochettino and his squad are facing legitimate questions - can they answer vs Japan?

United States v Costa Rica - Gold Cup 2025: Quarterfinals

Gomez knocks Pochettino for 'abysmal performance' vs Korea

The former U.S. star was critical of the national team after their disappointing display against South Korea

'Stick with the plan' - Pochettino focused on long-term gains

The USMNT boss swatted away criticism, says lack of World Cup qualification allows him freedom to build depth in player pool

Australia v New Zealand - International Friendly

New Zealand vs Australia: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the international friendly match between New Zealand and Australia, as well as kick-off time and team news.

USMNT Rondo: What immediate changes must Pochettino make?

GOAL US writers analyze the USMNT's 2-0 loss to South Korea and debate whether Pochettino's side can rally against Japan

It's time for Pochettino to stop experimenting, start winning

With a World Cup looming and losses piling up, those on the outside are finding it difficult to trust Pochettino's process

Frequently asked questions

: Al-Hilal are the most successful Saudi Pro League side ever, having won an astonishing 19 league titles. Their first-ever league title came at the end of the 1976-77 campaign. Currently, they are also the defending champions, having gone all the way in the 2023-24 season.
: Currently, there are 18 teams in the Saudi Pro League. In the first season ever, which took place in 1976-77, there were just eight teams. The number increased to 10 in the following season. Ahead of the 1981-82, Saudi Premier League and Saudi First Division merged to form one single league for the 1982 FIFA World Cup qualification process. However, from the 1984-85 season, the number teams reverted to 12.
: Legendary Saudi Arabian goalkeeper Mohamed Al-Deayea holds the record for most appearances in the Saudi Pro League. Al-Deayea played for Al-Taee and Al-Hilal and managed 406 appearances inthe league.
: Majed Abdullah, also known as the Arabian Pele, is the league's all-time leading topscorer with 189 goals in 194 league games, all of them coming with Al-Nassr in a 21-year span. He is Al-Nassr's record goalscorer, with 259 goals in just 266 games.
: Former Syrian midfielder Jehad Al-Hussain has registered the most assists in Saudi Pro League history, setting up 50 goals for his teammates in 208 games.
: Former Egyptian goalkeeper Essam El Hadary is the oldest player to ever feature in Saudi Pro League. El Hadary was 45 years and 81 days old when he featured for Al-Taawoun in April 2018.
: Teenage sensation Talal Haji, who plays for Al-Ittihad, is the youngest player to ever play in Saudi Pro League. Haji achieved this feat at the age of 16 years and five days when he came on as a substitute for Romarinho in Al-Ittihad's 2-1 win over Al-Fateh in September 2023.
: Cristiano Ronaldo, Riyad Mahrez, Karim Benzema, Roberto Firmino, N'Golo Kante, Sadio Mane, Yassine Bounou, Nacho, Aymeric Laporte, and Fabinho are among the most famous players to have played in the Saudi Pro League.
: Steven Gerrard, Laurent Blanc, and Stefano Pioli are some of Saudi Pro League's most prominent managers in history.
: The King Fahd International Stadium in Riyadh, which is home to Al-Shabab and Al-Riyadh, is the biggest stadium in Saudi Pro League. It has a capacity of 68,752.
: Neymar is the most expensive player in Saudi Pro League history, costing a whopping £77.6 million when Al-Hilal bought him from Paris Saint-Germain in 2023.

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