What will Keshi's reign bring Nigeria?The new Nigeria coach is the third player from the golden era of the Super Eagles to become head trainer. Goal.com asks if he will do better than p...
Arrigo Sacchi's AC Milan vs Pep Guardiola's Barcelona - the definitive analysis on which is the greatest club team of all timeIf the all-conquering Rossoneri side of the late 1980s and early 90s played the brilliant Blaugrana of today, who would emerge victorious? Goal.com...
How Diego Maradona's mother 'Dona Tota' created the genius who captured the hearts of the Argentine peopleAs the former Albiceleste coach mourns the passing of his beloved mother, Goal.com takes a closer look at one of the few constant figures in the st...
Ronaldo donates €2,400 to Palestinian kidsThe Portuguese forward raised the money from the sale of sports shoes by his club's charity foundation, which will dedicate the funds to schools in...
The rivalry between Oranje & the NationalelfThe two European giants have fought out some interesting battles in the past, but their complicated relationship seems to have improved in recent y...
Santos' Neymar overjoyed at Fifa Ballon d'Or nominationThe young star was rewarded for an excellent 2011, and was gracious for the support he has received from family and team-mates through the year
Ronaldo: Sex before matches not negativeThe former No. 9 insists that enjoying sexual intercourse prior to games does not ruin a player's form.
European leagues rule African broadcastingThe Caf Champions League and Confederation Cup competitions are not receiving enough patronage, as top European leagues continue to take over telev...
The famous fans of Argentine footballFrom the creator of Facebook to the Rolling Stones, meet the famous men who follow the twists and turns of Argentina's most illustrious football in...
Deco: There was pressure to play for PortugalThe 34-year-old playmaker has no regrets about playing for the Euro 2004 runners-up and noted he always believed he could represent Brazil someday
De Gea explains doughnut misunderstandingThe Spaniard was caught scoffing the snack without paying for it, but says he had simply forgotten his wallet and denies that he was dropped for No...
Bayern Munich fans caught having sex in stands during Hoffenheim matchA pair of visiting fans were ejected from the stands for lewd conduct on Saturday after twice being found engaging in intercourse
Indomitable Lions, Chipolopolo & the Top 10 African national team nicknamesThere is a great deal of creativity and meaning amongst the many nicknames used on the continent, with fans developing a love for the brand created...
Arsenal's ever growing Greek fanbase As Arsene Wenger's team host Olympiakos at the Emirates on Wednesday, Goal.com looks at the close connection between the club and it's ever growing...
Mancini: Tevez refused to come onDismal night for the Manchester City manager as his side went down 2-0 in the Allianz Arena gets even worse with second-half bench flare-up with su...
TP Mazembe purchase a second planeThe Caf double champions now have two aircraft to ease the team’s transportation problems for national and international fixtures after acquiring a...
Orlando Pirates 1-0 Kaizer Chiefs: Buccaneers defend MTN8 title with extra time Oupa Manyisa goalThe MTN8 Cup final went the way of the Mighty Buccaneers with a hard fought encounter against the Amakhosi going down to the wire in 120 minutes
Germany owe a lot to Klose & PodolskiAs the DFB team travels over the border to the east, Goal.com reflects upon the contribution the prolific duo have made to the national side over t...
2012 Afcon qualifiers: All the statisticsAfter the penultimate qualifying round, the picture is now clearer for countries on the continent that have gained a slot at the 28th edition of Af...
Goal.com's Top 20 Transfers of Summer 2011 - The Final ListThe summer deadline has now passed, as clubs from across the Continent finalised those all-important deals before the end of the window. Here is ou...
How Muslim players approach RamadanAs Islam's holy month of Ramadan continues, Goal.com looks at how footballers integrate the practice of abstaining from eating and drinking in dayl...
Santos' Neymar over the moon following birth of his sonBrazil international names son Davi Lucca and announces his arrival with a picture on Twitter as he describes the family's 'great happiness'
FulhamAston Villa Calculate your own odds to find value Our star contributor from Five To Follow continues with his new series advising punters on how to take a professional approach to profit on football.
Pete Nordsted's betting guide: Calculate your own odds to find value Our star contributor from Five To Follow continues with his new series advising punters on how to take a professional approach to profit on football.
How Brazil & Germany have changed since '02Goal.com reflects upon the recent history of the South American and European giants following the showcase at the Yokohama Stadium
Marseille 8-2 Man Utd XI: Visitors trouncedThe two sides played out a competitive first half before the hosts took over in the second 45 as a number of guests replaced the Premier League cha...
Copa America Team of the TournamentThe thrills and spills in Argentina are all done and now Goal.com bring you the best XI from the Copa America. As you may guess, Uruguay's stars fe...
The top 10 African football familiesThe continent is awash with a number of talented and related footballers; here are 10 of the most successful examples of families that have reached...
Sir Alex: Tevez wanted to retire in 2013Red Devils boss reveals that the former Boca Juniors hitman had told the club that he wanted to call time on his career in due course, and now beli...
Ghana squad in 1992 was overrated – A PeleThe ‘Soccer Maestro’ concedes that the squad he led almost two decades ago thrived on individual ego, but was not as strong as pundits rated them