FIFA Club World Cup news

GOAL takes a look at how each Liga MX club fared in the Group Stage of the competition, grading their performance and offering a brief analysis.

GOAL US writers debate the state of the Club World Cup heading into the knockout rounds, and which team is poised for a run

The Mexican side closed out Club World Cup campaign with a 2-0 loss to Al Hilal, ending last in Group H

Real Madrid are upset with FIFA over a poorly organised return flight following their Club World Cup win, leaving players exhausted and frustrated.

GOAL US presents CWC XI: Key observations from the conclusion of the group stage, and a look ahead to the knockouts

Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior is embracing his new role under Xabi Alonso and has made his long-term intentions clear with the Spanish giants.

With the opening phase of the new-look tournament now complete, it's time to reflect on who's surpassed expectations and who's fallen woefully short

Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso is desperate to have Kylian Mbappe back in the squad as he prepares to get the best out of him and Vinicius Junior.

Juventus coach Igor Tudor admits that Manchester City were simply far too strong for his team after losing 5-2 to Pep Guardiola's side.

Dean Huijsen has been warned by Real Madrid team-mate Antonio Rudiger that he needs to 'get used' to his new centre-back partner's antics.

Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso praised young striker Gonzalo Garcia after his Club World Cup display, calling him a “typical No. 9” with Raul-like traits.

Red Bull Salzburg brutally mocked Cristiano Ronaldo after going down to Real Madrid in the Club World Cup by posting a video of from his Juventus days on social media. The forward was given the marching orders during a Champions League group stage encounter against Valencia in 2018 after he fouled defender Jeison Murillo. The Portuguese was furious and frustrated with the decision as he kept insisting his innocence.

Pep Guardiola has revealed the specific demand he is making of Erling Haaland after seeing Manchester City's "machine" reach 300 career goals.

Trent Alexander-Arnold has aired his relief at only having to face Vinicius Junior in training, with the Real Madrid forward now terrorising others.

New manager Xabi Alonso got a much improved performance out of his side as they strolled into the last 16

Erling Haaland hit a huge career milestone as he bundled in a goal for Manchester City against Juventus at the Club World Cup.

Four of six CONMEBOL teams advanced to the CWC knockouts, with passionate supporters adding much needed flavor