Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone hailed the decisive impact of his bench after second-half substitutes Lee Kang-in and Alex Baena inspired a 2-0 win against Malaga. The duo struck sensational goals after the break to secure all three points in their La Liga opener at the Metropolitano, overcoming a sluggish first-half performance on Wednesday.
Manchester City have identified AS Roma midfielder Manu Kone as a primary target to reinforce their central midfield following Rodri and Tijjani Reijnders' departure. The French international was previously linked with Manchester United, but The Cityzens are now seriously considering a move worth up to €60m.
Bayern Munich have moved to ease concerns regarding Jamal Musiala's playing future after the Germany international collapsed in two successive pre-season friendlies. Club sources stressed that there is no evidence the playmaker cannot continue at the highest level after being diagnosed with a temporary and easily treatable neurological dysfunction.
Joao Cancelo was left visibly frustrated after an incomplete registration prevented his official unveiling to the Barcelona crowd ahead of the Joan Gamper Trophy. The Portuguese full-back stormed down the Camp Nou tunnel as his protracted permanent move from Al-Hilal hit a sudden administrative snag.
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Arsenal legend Ian Wright fears financial rules regarding pure profit could tempt the Premier League champions into sanctioning a shock late sale for Myles Lewis-Skelly. The 19-year-old midfielder shone in the Community Shield win over Manchester City, but persistent rumours have linked the Hale End graduate to both Chelsea and Manchester United.
The Real Madrid and France superstar is set to swap the American sportswear giant for an "unknown" market disruptor in what will be an unprecedented move in the football boot space
Philadelphia Union prodigy Cavan Sullivan received the first red card of his career during a chaotic 2-2 draw against Lionel Messi's Inter Miami. The Manchester City-bound 16-year-old was sent off in deep stoppage time after rushing to defend his brother during a wild touchline brawl.
Barcelona have parked their pursuit of Julian Alvarez after Atletico Madrid rejected a €100m offer for the Argentine striker. Sporting director Deco and manager Hansi Flick are now exploring alternative targets to replace Robert Lewandowski before the transfer window closes.
The Argentine Football Association has released an emotional video claiming an orchestrated anti-Argentina campaign failed to halt their march to the 2026 World Cup Final. One month after falling short against Spain in the showpiece match, the Albiceleste reflected on their dramatic tournament journey and historic semi-final triumph over England.
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Jose Mourinho once helped to make Frank Lampard the best goalscoring midfielder in world football, but can he repeat the trick with Jude Bellingham? Blancos legend Steve McManaman has explained to GOAL why one England international superstar faces challenges posed by team-mates Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior when it comes to emulating another Three Lions icon.
Rio Ngumoha may be first in line to take on the challenge of filling Mohamed Salah’s boots at Liverpool, but ex-Reds star Emile Heskey has told GOAL what the teenage wonderkid “needs to change” in order to thrive in that role. Somebody is required to follow in the footsteps of Anfield’s ‘Egyptian King’, with it possible that a 17-year-old sensation will be charged with that task.
Newcastle winger Jacob Murphy has opened up on a turbulent period at the club, while singing the praises of new head coach Matthias Jaissle. The German boss has made an immediate impact on the training ground ahead of their crucial Premier League opener against Liverpool this weekend.
Como manager Cesc Fabregas insists his side are prepared to embrace "a new world" as the Italian club get set to make their historic debut in the UEFA Champions League. The Spaniard guided the ambitious outfit to a fourth-place finish in Serie A last term and remains adamant that his players will not abandon their attacking identity on the big stage.
Matthias Jaissle has confirmed Newcastle United must secure additional reinforcements before the transfer window closes following a disruptive summer at St James' Park. The German manager faces a major rebuilding project after several high-profile departures left the Magpies needing further quality additions across the squad.
Paris Saint-Germain have been forced to reverse the venue for their Ligue 1 opener against Rennes after extreme summer heatwaves left the Parc des Princes pitch unusable. The French champions will now travel to Roazhon Park on Sunday, with the return fixture between the two clubs later in the campaign set to be staged in the capital instead.
Al-Hilal striker Darwin Nunez is closing in on a season-long loan switch to newly promoted Saudi Pro League outfit Al-Diriyah after being frozen out of the first-team squad. The 27-year-old Uruguay international will have his full wages covered by the top-flight newcomers in an effort to secure regular minutes following a difficult spell in Riyadh.
Celtic manager Martin O'Neill praised Camilo Duran after the Colombian winger struck a sublime brace to inspire a commanding 3-0 win over Austrian outfit LASK at Celtic Park. The Scottish champions made significant progress in their quest for a Champions League spot ahead of next week's crucial play-off second leg in Linz.
Manchester City have reportedly identified Roma midfielder Manu Kone as a primary transfer target for the final two weeks of the summer window. Enzo Maresca is eager to bolster his midfield options following several high-profile departures, and the impressive France international has emerged as an ideal candidate to bring much-needed dynamism to the Premier League champions.
Deniz Undav has opened up about a harrowing health battle that nearly cost him his life on two separate occasions. The former Brighton & Hove Albion striker, who is currently starring for Stuttgart and the German national team, revealed the terrifying details of a severe allergic reaction that left him unable to breathe.
Chelsea have officially announced their squad numbers for the upcoming campaign, with Joao Pedro taking the prestigious No.9 shirt from Liam Delap. Pedro's reward comes after an outstanding debut season, while Delap faces an uncertain future at Stamford Bridge as the club shake up their roster ahead of Monday's opening fixture.
Julian Alvarez was entirely left out of the Atletico Madrid squad for their opening La Liga fixture against Malaga on Wednesday. The high-profile omission comes amid intense speculation linking the Argentine with a move to Barcelona, despite Diego Simeone insisting the forward simply needs more time to train following his recent international commitments with Argentina.
Leeds United have moved decisively to secure the long-term future of Joe Rodon, with the central defender putting pen to paper on a fresh four-year contract. The Wales international has become an indispensable figure in the heart of the Whites' backline since his arrival from Tottenham Hotspur.
Marcus Rashford is back at Manchester United after an eighteen-month exile, but the forward has already made a significant gesture regarding his status in the squad. The 28-year-old has reportedly decided not to demand the return of his iconic No.10 shirt as he looks to reintegrate himself under Michael Carrick.
Marcus Rashford has publicly thanked Jamie Carragher for defending him after Gary Neville repeatedly brought up his name during a recent podcast recording. The Manchester United forward, who has returned from a successful loan spell at Barcelona, expressed his frustration over the constant media scrutiny surrounding his future ahead of the new Premier League campaign.
