Another winter World Cup? Saudi tournament may be movedThe 2034 World Cup in Saudi Arabia could be held in the winter, following the example set by Qatar last year.Saudi Arabia
'F*ck Ancelotti' - Romario blasts Brazil's plan to appoint Real bossBrazil legend Romario was vocal in his opposition to Carlo Ancelotti being the next Selecao coach, after his spell at Real Madrid comes to an end.BrazilReal Madrid
Revealed: MLS' Messi protection plan ahead of 2026 World Cup Major League Soccer is reportedly putting a plan in place to protect Lionel Messi in order for him to feature at the 2026 World Cup in the States.L. MessiMajor League Soccer
Saudi Arabia set to be named 2034 World Cup hostsSaudi Arabia are set to host the 2034 World Cup after Australia decided against bidding for tournament rights.Saudi ArabiaSaudi Pro League
Messi win was no 'scandal' - but was it his last?The award no longer means as much to the World Cup winner, but it was fully deserved and means he has another record that will never be brokenOpinionFEATURES
Watch: Messi's sons join him on stage for Ballon d'Or winLionel Messi was thrilled to be joined on stage by his three children after winning his eighth Ballon d'Or award on Monday night.L. MessiArgentina
Messi honours Maradona in moving Ballon d'Or speechLionel Messi dedicated his record eighth Ballon d'Or award to Diego Maradona on what would have been the Argentine legend's 63rd birthday.L. MessiD. Maradona
Ballon d'Or 2023: Official 30-player rankingsAs the Inter Miami star picked up yet another individual prize in Paris, the rest of the 30-man shortlist learned their final positions in the votingL. MessiErling Haaland
Ballon d'Or 2023 Power Rankings: Messi claims No.8The Inter Miami and Argentina star was announced by France Football as the winner in Paris - and GOAL tracked the race througoutPower rankingsL. Messi
Messi completed football - not even Haaland could beat thatInter Miami's diminutive genius is fully deserving of a record-extending eighth Ballon d'Or, despite a frustrating 2022-23 season at club levelAnalysisL. Messi
Martinez wins Ballon d'Or's best goalkeeper awardAston Villa star Emi Martinez has been awarded the Yashin Trophy for the best goalkeeper for 2023 at the Ballon d'Or ceremony in Paris.E. MartinezAston Villa
Ballon d'Or 2023: Date, time, nominees & how to watchEverything you need to know about the 2023 Ballon d'Or ceremony, including how to watch live.L. MessiErling Haaland
FIFA world ranking latest: Argentina stay on top, England leapfrogs BelgiumGOAL brings you the latest FIFA world ranking table - where do Argentina, Brazil & England stand?BrazilBelgium
WATCH: Messi in space!? Miami star taken ‘out of this world’Lionel Messi has always been “out of this world”, with adidas taking the Inter Miami superstar to space in their latest advertising campaign.L. MessiInter Miami CF
Messi or Haaland? Henry reveals who gets his Ballon d'Or voteThierry Henry has shared his thoughts on this year's Ballon d'Or and who he thinks should lift the Golden Ball.Erling HaalandL. Messi
Tagliafico confirms he was dropped by Lyon due to RWC attendanceArgentina star Nicolas Tagliafico has confirmed he was dropped for Lyon's clash against Clermont Foot after attending the Rugby World Cup semi-finals.Ligue 1N. Tagliafico
Messi’s teenage team-mate Hall targets USMNT World Cup spotLionel Messi’s teenage team-mate at Inter Miami, Tyler Hall, has stated his desire to earn a place in the USMNT squad for the 2026 World Cup.USAInter Miami CF
Morocco challenge Real Madrid for 2030 World Cup finalMorocco are gearing up for a battle with Real Madrid for the rights to host the 2030 World Cup final, it has been reported.
World Cup winner Gomez gets two-year ban for failed drugs testAlejandro ‘Papu’ Gomez – a World Cup winner with Argentina in 2022 alongside Lionel Messi – has been hit with a two-year ban for failing a drugs test.MonzaArgentina
Nunez fan gets striker’s face shaved into back of his head!Darwin Nunez boasts plenty of supporters around the world, with one taking to getting the Liverpool striker’s face shaved into the back of his head.D. NunezLiverpool
WATCH: ‘The Messi Experience’ – Fans get a chance to be Leo!Supporters are being given a “once-in-a-lifetime” opportunity to be Lionel Messi, with the “unique” ‘Messi Experience’ about to kick off a world tour.L. MessiInter Miami CF
How many goals has Kane scored for England?The Tottenham striker is the highest goalscorer for EnglandH. KaneEngland
Ronaldo, Eusebio & Portugal's all-time leading goalscorersPortugal's all-time goalscoring rankings consists of some of the greatest players in the worldPortugalC. Ronaldo
How many goals has Cristiano Ronaldo scored for Portugal?The Portuguese has been banging in the goals for his country ever since opening his account in 2004C. RonaldoPortugal
Martinez out to snatch Argentina records from ex-Man Utd keeperEmi Martinez is looking to make more history with the Argentina national team, taking a couple of records from Sergio Romero in the process.E. MartinezArgentina
Messi's eighth Ballon d'Or in the bag & another unique record?Lionel Messi has reportedly already been crowned as the 2023 Ballon d’Or winner, with the Argentine setting another record in the process.L. MessiInter Miami CF
‘Always an issue with Pulisic’ – USMNT boost explainedChristian Pulisic’s inability to steer clear of injury “was always an issue”, admits Eric Wynalda, but the USMNT now have stars shining across Europe.C. PulisicUSA
Will Messi emulate Maradona at Rugby World Cup?Argentina are chasing down more World Cup glory and would “love” to see Lionel Messi emulate Diego Maradona by attending a crucial rugby semi-final.L. MessiArgentina
Will Ronaldo play into his 40s? CR7 reveals future plansCristiano Ronaldo is not setting long-term “targets” any more, with the all-time great reluctant to speculate on whether he will play into his 40s.C. RonaldoPortugal
‘Always going to be baggage’ – Reyna & Berhalter warningAlexi Lalas has warned that there is “always going to be baggage” between Gio Reyna and Gregg Berhalter despite differences being put aside for now.USAG. Reyna
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