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Enzo Fernandez faces a date with destiny in Saturday's FA Cup final. His future at Chelsea is far from certain in the wake of some all-too-public flirting with a transfer to Real Madrid, but the midfielder can give the Blues the ideal parting gift as he prepares to line up against another of his potential suitors in Manchester City. If the stand-in captain can lead the manager-less side to victory, that would go some way to salvaging his tainted legacy.

Arsenal and Manchester City are fighting for the 2025–26 Premier League title. We analyse odds, form, and key factors shaping the race for the crown.

Coventry have been told that “Phil Foden’s not happening”, as some bold transfer shouts are made on the back of securing promotion into the Premier League, but Clinton Morrison has told GOAL why Frank Lampard can land big names. The Sky Blues are already in the process of identifying targets that can help them to compete in the big time, with their Chelsea legend boss set to act as a recruitment trump card.

Bacary Sagna believes Manchester City star Rayan Cherki has the talent to win the Ballon d'Or one day. The former defender praised the French playmaker’s flair and creativity, comparing his style to the entertaining street footballers of Brazil.

As speculation intensifies regarding Pep Guardiola’s potential departure from Manchester City this summer, the debate over his standing among managerial greats has been reignited. Tony Pulis argues that while the Spaniard’s tactical influence is peerless, he remains second to Sir Alex Ferguson due to the sheer scale of the Scotsman's rebuilding job.

Darren Fletcher criticised the FA after Manchester United’s Youth Cup final defeat to Manchester City. The United coach claimed the showpiece felt like a City event rather than a neutral national final, with the venue and presentation drawing strong criticism.

Phil Foden has insisted he is prepared to remain patient at Manchester City as he nears a lucrative new contract extension despite a challenging second half of the season. The academy graduate, who has attracted interest from across Europe, reaffirmed his status as a dedicated team player focused on helping the club secure further silverware.

At Palmeiras, Endrick, Estevao, Luis Gulherme, Vitor Reis and Luighi became known as 'The Billion Generation' - a reference to the colossal amount of money four prodigiously gifted players were expected to generate for the Brazil club. However, it now feels as if another name should be added to that illustrious list of outstanding academy products, that of Eduardo Conceicao.

Hertha Berlin’s teenage sensation Kennet Eichhorn has reportedly decided to seek a new challenge this summer, triggering an intense battle between Europe’s elite clubs for his signature. The 16-year-old midfielder, who recently became the youngest goalscorer in 2. Bundesliga history, is available via a release clause valued at up to €12 million (£10m/$14m).

Pep Guardiola was left beaming with pride as he watched Manchester City’s next generation secure a dramatic 2-1 victory over Manchester United to clinch the FA Youth Cup. The first-team manager was a prominent figure in the stands at the Joie Stadium, witnessing a clash that highlighted the immense depth of talent currently residing within the City Football Academy.