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Manchester City v Arsenal - Premier League

Cherki is 'better' than Yamal, claims La Liga star

Manchester City star Rayan Cherki has received the ultimate praise from a peer, with Villarreal forward Georges Mikautadze claiming the Frenchman is a superior talent to Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal. The bold comparison comes as Cherki continues to cement his reputation as one of the most exciting creative forces in world football.

Gueye refuses to return Senegal's AFCON medals

Pape Gueye has hit back at Confederation of African Football (CAF) following the governing body's decision to strip Senegal of their Africa Cup of Nations title. The midfielder insists the squad have no intention of returning their winners' medals while the case is appealed.

'The future is coming towards you' - Freeman on life at Villarreal

GOAL sat down with the American defender to discuss life in Spain and his goals for the future

Villarreal CF v Athletic Club - LaLiga EA Sports

Where to watch Villarreal today? Live soccer streams and TV channels for upcoming games

An all-you-need-to-know guide on how to watch and live stream Villarreal in LALIGA and all major competitions

‘Not Messi!’ - Greenwood deemed only good enough for Villa

Mason Greenwood continues to generate plenty of transfer talk, but Marseille legend Marcel Desailly has told GOAL why the English forward would only be good enough for Aston Villa - not Arsenal or Manchester City - if he returned to the Premier League. Leading sides across Europe have been linked with the goalscoring winger, with a move away from France in 2026 being mooted.

Ex-Arsenal midfielder Partey pleads not guilty to rape allegations

Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has appeared at a London court to formally enter a plea regarding fresh allegations of sexual assault. The 32-year-old, who now plays his club football in Spain, pleaded not guilty to the latest charges brought against him during a hearing on Monday, adding to a complex ongoing legal case that involves multiple alleged victims.

SPORTEL Monaco 2025 - Global Sports Media & Technology Convention - Day Two

La Liga chief reveals plans for match in Morocco after Miami plan scrapped

La Liga president Javier Tebas has refused to give up on his dream of taking Spanish domestic football abroad, turning his attention to Morocco as a potential host. Following the high-profile collapse of plans to stage a match in the United States, the league chief is now eying a historic move to North Africa.

La Liga chief dealt blow as court sides with players over Miami protest

Javier Tebas has seen his battle against Spanish footballers take another turn for the worse after a major court ruling. The high-profile La Liga president, who had attempted to criminalise player protests over plans to move domestic fixtures to the United States, has been told his legal claims hold no water.

La Liga lawsuit over Miami protest dismissed

La Liga has seen its legal challenge against the Spanish Footballers' Association (AFE) dismissed by the National Court's Prosecutor's Office. The lawsuit, spearheaded by Javier Tebas, sought to classify a 15-second on-field protest by players as an "illegal strike." The demonstrations took place earlier this season as players from across the league, including stars from Barcelona and Villarreal, rebelled against plans to move a regular-season fixture to Miami.

The stats point to a Real Sociedad trend that is set to continue

Real Sociedad games have served up plenty of goals this season. Is it worth backing that trend to continue as they push for European qualification?

Partey denies two new rape charges

Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey is set to deny two new counts of rape following a preliminary hearing at Westminster Magistrates' Court. The Ghana international, now playing for Villarreal, has already pleaded not guilty to five previous charges involving different complainants.

Confrontation with 'angry' CR7 revealed by Man Utd academy graduate

Villarreal defender Willy Kambwala has lifted the lid on a fiery confrontation with Cristiano Ronaldo during their shared time at Manchester United. The young center-back, who swapped Old Trafford for El Madrigal in 2024, detailed how his aggressive playing style drew an "angry" response from the Portuguese legend before a surprising private "peace summit" in the Carrington sauna changed everything.

FC Barcelona v Atletico de Madrid - LaLiga EA Sports

How to buy La Liga 2026 football tickets

Check out how you could secure seats at a standout La Liga match this season

FC Barcelona v Villarreal CF - LaLiga EA Sports

Yamal explains why he's happy again at Barca after hat-trick

Barcelona’s teenage sensation Lamine Yamal has admitted to enduring a difficult period this season despite his meteoric rise, revealing that he is finally "happy again" after a historic performance. The 18-year-old was the star of the show at the Spotify Camp Nou on Saturday, netting his first career hat-trick in a convincing 4-1 victory over Villarreal.

Yamal issues defiant message ahead of Atletico clash

Lamine Yamal is officially back to his best. After enduring a difficult period where the joy seemed to have vanished from his game, the teenage sensation exploded into life at the weekend, bagging a sensational hat-trick in Barcelona's 4-1 demolition of Villarreal. It was a performance that not only reaffirmed his status as the crown jewel of La Masia but also served as the perfect springboard for what many consider to be an impossible task lying ahead in the Copa del Rey.

Yamal gifts match ball to mother after hat-trick in Barca win

Lamine Yamal has revealed he will gift his first ever match ball to his mother after the Barcelona superstar scored a hat-trick in a 4-1 victory over Villarreal. The winger put the visitors to the sword with a sensational performance before a late Robert Lewandowski goal capped off a routine win for the Blaugrana, who moved four points clear of Real Madrid.

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Champions League winner odds: Predictions updated on 30.04.26

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Barcelona vs Villarreal predictions: Hosts to win by two at Camp Nou

We’ve got three Barcelona vs Villarreal predictions for this meeting of two of the top three teams in La Liga on Saturday, 28 February.

Villarreal CF v RCD Mallorca - LaLiga EA Sports

Referee arrested in Spain after alleged identity theft

A referee in Spain has been arrested over alleged identity theft in a bid to obtain Villarreal season tickets and discounts. The referee in question was one of two men detained by police as part of an investigation into the fraudulent acquisition of season tickets and the falsification of tickets at the home of Villarreal, the Estadio de la Ceramica.

Barcelona vs Villarreal: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the LaLiga match between Barcelona and Villarreal, as well as kick-off time and team news

FC Barcelona v Levante UD - LaLiga EA Sports

Flick eyes 100 more games and reacts to Barca-Newcastle draw

Hansi Flick is targeting another 100 matches as Barcelona head coach ahead of his milestone game against Villarreal. The German tactician addressed his long-term future, the challenge of facing Newcastle United in the Champions League, and navigating the club's current electoral transition, demanding a relentless winning mentality from his squad.

Levante UD v Villarreal CF - LaLiga EA Sports

'No dubious penalties!' - Villarreal boss aims referee dig at Barca

Villarreal manager Marcelino has added a touch of spice to the build-up of his side's daunting trip to face Barcelona in La Liga, hinting at lingering frustrations over officiating and controversial calls. As they aim to solidify their position in the top three, Marcelino is focusing on the fine margins, tactical discipline, and past precedents that could help his team shock the league leaders in their own formidable fortress.

La Liga chief confirms USA match plan is still alive

La Liga president Javier Tebas has officially confirmed that the Spanish top flight remains committed to taking regular-season fixtures across the Atlantic. The outspoken league chief made it clear that despite previous setbacks and significant opposition from various stakeholders, the dream of staging a competitive Spanish match on American soil is very much alive.

Partey charged with two further counts of rape

Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey, who now plays in Spain for Villarreal, has been charged with two new counts of rape. The 32-year-old, who severed ties with the Gunners in the summer of 2025 when reaching the end of his contract and becoming a free agent, faces trial in November after denying allegations of raping two women and sexually assaulting a third.

United States v Japan - International Friendly

USMNT's Freeman makes Villarreal debut in lopsided win

U.S. Men's National Team full back Alex Freeman made his Villarreal debut on Monday in a 4-1 win over Espanyol, entering the match as a substitute for his first appearance in Europe. The now-former Orlando City star joined Villarreal during the January transfer window after a breakout 2025 with the national team.

From Freeman to Cowell - Grading the USMNT transfers so far

Ahead of the transfer window closing, GOAL grades the USMNT-related deals completed during January.

Sources: Atleti, Villa, Monaco and Villarreal interested in Gozo

Atletico Madrid, Aston Villa, Monaco and Villarreal are among the clubs interested in signing Real Salt Lake star Zavier Gozo, sources tell GOAL. The winger, who has represented the U.S. up to the U-23 level, could be on the move in the summer for a transfer fee somewhere close to a club-record fee.

Frequently asked questions

: The story behind the birth of Liverpool as we know it today is quite interesting. Originally, it was Liverpool's Merseyside rivals Everton who would play their games at Anfield. However, after Everton decided to play their games elsewhere following a dispute in March 1892, John Houlding, the owner of Anfield at the time, decided to form his own club called Liverpool F.C.
: Fenway Sports Group (FSG), an American multinational sports holding conglomerate, is the owner of Liverpool. FSG purchased the club in 2010 through subsidiaries N.E.S.V.I, LLC and the UK-based UKSV Holdings Company Limited.
: Liverpool are playing their home games at the illustrious Anfield Stadium, which was built in 1884 and has since undergone several renovations, the latest being completed in 2024.
: Anfield has a capacity of 61,276, with the renovation of the Anfield Road Stand in the latter half of the 2023-24 campaign taking the stadium's capacity past the 60,000-mark.
: Liverpool have won a stellar 67 trophies throughout their history, which includes six Champions Leagues, 19 top-flight titles, and six FA Cups.
: Liverpool are the second-most successful English side in terms of top flight titles with 19, just one shy of Manchester United. Their previous league glory came in the 2019-20 season, which remains their only league title till date in the Premier League era.
: Former English midfielder Ian Callaghan made 857 appearances for the Reds. He is the only player in Liverpool history to have made over 800 appearances for the club.
: Liverpool icon Ian Rush is the club's all-time top goalscorer, finding the back of the net 346 times in 660 games.
: Luis Suarez, Ian Rush, Mohamed Salah, Steven Gerrard, Xabi Alonso, James Milner, Fernando Torres, and Michael Owen are among the most popular players to have donned the Liverpool jersey.
: Brendan Rodgers, Bill Shankly, Jurgen Klopp, Kenny Dalglish, Rafael Benitez, and Gerard Houllier are some of the most prominent managers to have been at the helm for Liverpool.
: Liverpool are famously known as The Reds. The media as well as the club's supporters coined the term during the 1965-66 season, when the team first wore an all-red attire for the games.

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