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Greenwood targets Ligue 1 Golden Boot after two assists in Marseille win

Mason Greenwood inspired Marseille’s return to winning ways with two assists in a 3-1 victory over Metz. The English forward played a decisive role at Stade Velodrome while also reiterating his ambition to finish the season as Ligue 1’s outright top scorer.

Video: An unexpected incident involving Bafara has left the referee of the Marseille match in an awkward position

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Liverpool catching strays! New Marseille president aims dig at Reds

Stephane Richard has wasted no time in making an impact as the new president of Olympique de Marseille, aiming a dig at Liverpool's recent transfer business. Following the Reds' massive investment in the squad last summer, the French executive suggested that heavy spending does not always equate to success on the pitch.

Marseille boss admits Greenwood's presence creates 'defensive deficit'

Marseille head coach Habib Beye has addressed the growing debate over Mason Greenwood's off-the-ball contributions at the Stade Velodrome, admitting that his presence creates a "defensive deficit". While the Englishman has been the club's standout performer in front of goal, questions have been raised about whether his lack of work rate is beginning to destabilise the team's balance.

Streets Won’t Forget: Hatem Ben Arfa, the skilful dribbler who captivated the football world. The French winger’s electrifying close-control and audacious stepovers mesmerised fans

📽️ | Pogba meets Bolt after returning to Monaco squad

Monaco midfielder Paul Pogba’s road to redemption took a star-studded turn on Sunday as the Frenchman was spotted sharing a touchline embrace with sprint icon Usain Bolt. The meeting occurred at the Stade Louis-II just as the World Cup winner made his return to the matchday squad for a Ligue 1 clash with Marseille following a difficult four-month absence.

American Abroad: Aaronson delivers Leeds to FA Cup semifinal

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in Europe, including Aaronson delivering a crucial moment for Leeds in their dramatic penalties win over West Ham.

Marseille manager reveals latest update on Akard’s condition

An exciting clash against Monaco

Pogba finally set for Monaco return

Paul Pogba's career in French football has not gone according to plan since his arrival. The French midfielder has seen his debut season in the principality severely disrupted by injury, but the light at the end of the tunnel is now visible. He is finally on the verge of returning to competitive action for Monaco after a frustrating four-month spell on the sidelines.

Nwaneri given warning over replacing Greenwood at Marseille

Marseille are preparing for a major test of character before their trip to Monaco. Deprived of their number one attacking asset, Mason Greenwood, coach Habib Beye has turned to the young prodigy on loan from Arsenal, Ethan Nwaneri, to take up the mantle. However, the 48-year-old manager has sent a firm warning to Nwaneri about the demands of the highest level.

Marseille boss quizzed on Greenwood after De Zerbi apology

Marseille manager Habib Beye has distanced himself from the renewed controversy surrounding Mason Greenwood, insisting he is not a "public court of opinion." The Senegalese coach spoke out after his predecessor at the Orange Velodrome, Roberto De Zerbi, made headlines by apologising for his previous defence of the forward upon taking the Tottenham job.

Europe and racism: England leads the way in tackling the issue... while Yamal suffers from Venus’s weakness

Efforts to tackle racism in football have gained momentum in recent years

De Zerbi apologises for Greenwood comments after Spurs fans backlash

Newly-appointed Tottenham head coach Roberto De Zerbi has issued a formal apology for his previous public support of Mason Greenwood. Spurs fan groups have voiced their disapproval over the club's move to bring in the Italian tactician, who worked with Greenwood at Marseille.

Carsley lauds Lewis-Skelly & Nwaneri 'chemistry' after England U21s rout

Arsenal academy graduates Myles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri provided a timely reminder of their precocious talent during England Under-21s' commanding 4-1 victory over Moldova, earning special praise from manager Lee Carsley. Despite enduring contrasting seasons at club level, the Hale End duo combined spectacularly at Carrow Road as the Young Lions picked up another three points in their U21s European Championship qualifying campaign.

Spurs fan group calls De Zerbi comments on Greenwood a 'serious concern'

The Tottenham Hotspur Supporters’ Trust has expressed "serious and far-reaching concerns" following the appointment of Roberto De Zerbi, citing his previous vocal support for Mason Greenwood at Marseille. This controversy arrives at a delicate moment for the north London club as they struggle to maintain unity while battling against a potential Premier League relegation.

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Marseille confirm plans for new investment to rival PSG

The owner of Olympique de Marseille, Frank McCourt, has officially opened the door to the arrival of new financial partners at Stade Velodrome. In order to compete for titles, the American businessman believes that the club must be ready for a new phase of their economic development, with the hope of establishing themselves as a force in French football again.

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'That's what's on my mind' - Weah eyes next World Cup moment

GOAL sat down with the American star to discuss career-defining moments, how he's grown as a person, and why his USMNT teammates matter so much to him

NXGN 2026: Top 50 teenage wonderkids in football

The annual NXGN lists are back for 2026, as GOAL ranks the world's top teenage talents in men's and women's football, crowning winners that will follow in the footsteps of the likes of Jude Bellingham, Rodrygo, Gianluigi Donnarumma and Vicky Lopez in being recognised as the best young footballers on the planet.

Marseille, official: President Longoria steps down

The Spanish manager is leaving the French club.

Greenwood banned and set to miss crucial Ligue 1 clash

Mason Greenwood will serve a suspension in Ligue 1 after picking up his fifth domestic yellow card of the season in Marseille's 2-1 defeat to Lille on Sunday night. The English forward was angered after a strong challenge wiped him out, leading to a mass confrontation between the two sets of players. Greenwood was booked and had to be replaced in the 18th minute, with Marseille now worried about a potential injury.

Marseille boss rages after Greenwood 'seriously injured' by tackle

Marseille manager Habib Beye has fiercely criticised the refereeing following his team's 2-1 home defeat to Lille. The OM boss was furious after English forward Mason Greenwood was forced off with an injury early in the match. Beye condemned a sequence of heavy challenges, specifically calling out Hakon Haraldsson for a violent push that he believes warranted a straight red card.

🎥 | Brawl breaks out after Greenwood flattened & injured

Marseille’s high-stakes Ligue 1 clash with Lille descended into chaos early on Sunday as a brutal challenge on Mason Greenwood sparked a massive on-pitch brawl. The English forward was left incensed after being wiped out mid-counter, leading to a confrontation that saw players from both sides clash at the Stade Velodrome. Greenwood was also unable to continue and had to be replaced after the tackle.

Greenwood decides next move as Marseille star eyes summer exit

Mason Greenwood is reportedly ready to end his time in France as he targets a high-profile move to Juventus this summer. The former Manchester United forward has enjoyed a clinical season with Marseille but is now looking to continue his career in Serie A. Greenwood has also decided to head to Italy after realising a return to the Premier League will not be possible.

Atleti eye Greenwood transfer

Atletico Madrid are exploring a summer move for Marseille star Mason Greenwood as they prepare for a potential overhaul of their attacking options. Diego Simeone is reportedly keen on the forward, who previously excelled in La Liga during a loan spell with Getafe.

Greenwood meets Zidane as Marseille squad visit Madrid legend's padel centre

Marseille forward Mason Greenwood and his team-mates enjoyed a memorable mid-week team-building session at a state-of-the-art padel complex. Following a recent league victory, manager Habib Beye took the squad to meet football icon Zinedine Zidane. The players swapped the grass pitch for the courts, bonding and shaking hands with the 1998 World Cup winner.

Greenwood emerges as transfer target for two-time UCL winners

Two-time Champions League winners Juventus have reportedly identified Mason Greenwood as a primary summer target following his goal-scoring exploits at Marseille. The Italian giants are said to be weighing up a move to bring the former Manchester United forward to Turin.

Frequently asked questions

: Brentford were founded in October 1889, in West London’s Hounslow area. Initially, the local sportsmen formed the club to provide a permanent football or rugby team for the town. As fate would have it, 13 votes split 8-5 in favour of association football gave birth to the Brentford Football Club.
: Matthew Benham, a British businessman and lifelong supporter of Brentford, is the owner of the club.
: Brentford’s home ground is the Gtech Community Stadium, located in Brentford, West London. It was completed and opened in September 2020, replacing the club’s old Griffin Park ground. The stadium is a multi-purpose venue, hosting both football and rugby matches.
: The Gtech Community Stadium has a capacity of 17,250 seats.
: Brentford are yet to win any major honours as a top-flight side.
: Brentford haven't lifted an English top-flight title so far, with their best campaign being a fifth-place finish in the 1935-36 season.
: Brentford legend Ken Coote is the club's all-time leading appearance maker with 559 appearances to his name, which came between 1949 and 1963.
: With 163 goals in 282 games in all competitions, Jim Towers is Brentford's all-time top goalscorer. Towers spent seven seasons at the club between 1954 and 1961.
: David Raya, Christian Eriksen, Ivan Toney, Ollie Watkins, Tony Craig, and Ken Coote are among the biggest names to have played for Brentford.
: Steve Perryman, Thomas Frank, and Harry Curtis are some of the most famous managers to have been in charge of Brentford.
: Their nickname was a happy accident. When a group of Borough Road College students cheered for Brentford players with the chant "Buck up, Bs," a journalist misheard it as "bees." This mistake eventually became the team's iconic nickname, The Bees.

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