Brentford star Igor Thiago has weighed in on the eternal debate surrounding Brazil's greatest footballing icons. The 24-year-old striker, who has taken the Premier League by storm this season, has ranked the legendary figures of the Selecao in an exclusive interview with GOAL. His comments come at a career-defining moment as he prepares to transition from club hero to international contender with Brazil.
Tottenham forward Dejan Kulusevski is set to link up with the Sweden national team ahead of their 2026 World Cup playoff despite his ongoing injury struggles. The winger has been sidelined for nearly a year following a serious knee injury suffered last season.
Antoine Griezmann has completed a deal to sign for Orlando City, with a view to moving to MLS this summer, the club announced. The former France captain has been linked with a move to the Florida club for weeks, and traveled to the United States to seal a permanent switch Sunday night. He will pen a two year contract with the MLS franchise.
Neymar allegedly spent almost an entire day playing "high-stakes" poker while sidelined from his duties at Santos due to "load management". The Brazilian icon was ruled out of his club's latest game against Cruzeiro, but his activities off the pitch have sparked a fresh debate regarding his professional commitment.
At the press conference, Joshua Kimmich reflects on Antonio Rüdiger’s achievements over the years – and speaks candidly about the appreciation he receives in Germany. This is why his consistency is so crucial for the national team.
Senegal midfielder Idrissa Gueye has launched a scathing attack on the Confederation of African Football (CAF) after seeing his nation sensationally stripped of their Africa Cup of Nations title. The Everton veteran described the ruling as "ridiculous" following a controversial appeal board decision that awarded the trophy to Morocco. Despite the off-field drama, Gueye insists the Lions of Teranga remain the rightful champions of the continent.
An interview with Simon Pytlick is causing quite a stir. Is the Dane set to join Füchse Berlin ahead of schedule? The HBL transfer record could be broken.
Michael Owen has cast doubt over Benjamin Sesko’s long-term future as Manchester United’s primary centre-forward, despite the Slovenian's recent resurgence under Michael Carrick. The former England striker believes the £74 million signing lacks the elite quality required to anchor a sustained Premier League title challenge. While Sesko’s form has improved significantly in recent weeks, Owen insists an "upgrade" will be necessary if the Red Devils want to return to the summit of English football.
Nathan Ake has dropped a big hint that he could leave Manchester City in the summer transfer window. The Netherlands defender is under contract until 2027, but suggested his future may lie away from the Etihad Stadium after helping the club win the 2026 Carabao Cup final.
Sacramento Republic of the USL Championship announced Tuesday morning that their long-planned soccer-specific stadium will seat more than 20,000 fans. The club first broke ground on the stadium in August 2025, but did not commit to an exact capacity. Their new stadium comes amid a wave of new arenas being built by USL Championship clubs ahead of a planned Division 1 league.
Deontay Wilder's former trainer Malik Scott has opened the door to coaching Arsenal legend Thierry Henry for a potential boxing debut. However, the husband of CBS Sports presenter Kate Scott has firmly ruled out working with Manchester United icon Roy Keane.
Manchester United legend Nicky Butt has backed Frank Lampard for a third managerial stint at Chelsea as pressure mounts on current boss Liam Rosenior. The former Chelsea midfielder has revitalised his coaching reputation in the Championship, leading Coventry City toward a long-awaited Premier League return. Butt believes Lampard’s evolution as a coach makes him the ideal candidate to steady the ship at Stamford Bridge.
Christian Pulisic has reached double figures again on the goal front for AC Milan this season, but the USMNT star has gone 12 games without finding the target and has drawn a complete blank since the turn of the calendar year. The American forward remains a talismanic presence for the Rossoneri, but club legend Massimo Ambrosini has told GOAL why end product has dried up in 2026.