Barcelona hoped Messi would 'play for free' – LaportaThe Blaugrana president is looking to move on from the disappointing summer departure of a club legend, with future plans being put in placeL. MessiBarcelona
15 players you may not know are having great seasonsAs domestic seasons take a break to allow for international action, Goal takes a look at some lesser-known star performers of the campaign so far...FEATURESFreiburg
EA Sports to consider renaming FIFA franchiseThe best-selling video sports game in the world is prepared to move with the times and could undergo a serious makeover at some stageFIFA 22Esports
Roberto Martinez exclusive: My ideal jobAs reports of Barcelona's interest in the Belgium manager intensify, he speaks to Goal about how he has created a club-like spirit with the Red DevilsR. MartinezBelgium
Giuliano Simeone: Will Cholo's son be a success at Atletico?The 18-year-old forward impressed for the Rojiblancos in pre-season and has forced his way into his father's plans at the Wanda MetropolitanoNXGNAtletico Madrid
Mbappe: I told PSG in July I wanted to leaveThe World Cup winner has broken his silence on an uncertain contractual situation and admitted Real Madrid are the only side he would have joinedTransfersParis Saint-Germain
Wembley, Camp Nou & the biggest stadiums in the worldFrom the Americas to Europe, Africa and Asia, Goal takes a look at some of the biggest football stadiums in the worldWTFPremier League
FIFA 22: Every league & competition in the new gameYou'll be able to work your way up from League Two to the Premier League or challenge for continental glory in the Champions LeagueFIFA 22Esports
Mes que un club: Barca motto & club history in Catalan struggleThe history of the Blaugrana is about more than just football and it is tightly interwoven with the cause of Catalan separatismBarcelonaReal Madrid
Suarez still holds Barcelona grudge for making him train aloneThe Uruguayan striker has declared that he believes in "karma" ahead of Atletico Madrid's latest clash with his former clubBarcelonaL. Suarez
Spain call up Barcelona wonderkid Gavi, 17The highly-rated midfielder will make history as the youngest player to represent La Roja if he plays for his country in the Nations League finalsSpainGavi
FIFA 22: Best teams to play with in Career ModeWhich team should you take over in Career Mode and guide to the top? Goal takes a look at the best options this seasonFIFA 22Barcelona
Long live the king! Fati return has Barca dreaming of better daysThe teenager marked his return after 10 months out with a goal against Levante, hinting that he still has what it takes to be Lionel Messi's true heirBarcelonaA. Fati
Alisson, Sanchez & footballers with musical talentsThe Liverpool goalkeeper is a skilled guitarist and noted Britpop fan, while the Chile international is an accomplished pianistReal MadridWTF
Real star Bale nursing 'significant hamstring tear'The Blancos forward will be playing no part for Wales during the international break, with a 100th outing for his country being delayedG. BaleReal Madrid
Could Benzema's form win him the Ballon d'Or?The France striker has made 15 direct goal contributions in just seven league games for Los Blancos in 2021-22 as he continues to get better with ageReal MadridK. Benzema
Afellay reacts to Babel diss on rap trackTwo men that were once international team-mates appear to have drifted apart down the years, with there no love lost between them nowBarcelonaLiverpool
Revitalised Falcao making up for lost time at Rayo The Colombia idol chose to move back to Spain in order to play at the highest level possible, a gamble that is paying off handsomely so farRayo VallecanoCadiz
Barca speak with Martinez about becoming new coachOfficial negotiations have not begun but first contact has been made, with the coach telling the Belgium FA that he could leave for Camp NouBarcelonaR. Martinez
Nico Gonzalez: Barca's new BusquetsThe 19-year-old midfielder has already taken his first steps into first-team football after the Blaugrana held off interest from Man City last seasonNXGNBarcelona
Benzema on historic pace for high-flying Real MadridThe forward has helped the club begin the campaign on a scoring bingeReal MadridK. Benzema
Koeman walks out of press conference after reading statementThe Dutch coach is close to being sacked by the Camp Nou side but has insisted he needs time to fix the situationBarcelonaR. Koeman
