Originals

Signing players after a major tournament is difficult, but MLS clubs did little to turn the World Cup’s momentum into a meaningful rise in roster quality.

GOAL previews the biggest storylines of U.S. internationals playing abroad this weekend.

England's qualifying campaign for the 2027 Women's World Cup is officially underway. It hasn't gone how the Lionesses would've hoped thus far, with a second-placed finish in the group condemning Sarina Wiegman's side to the play-off route. But the 2023 runners-up are still expected to make the 2027 tournament, even if they are taking the scenic route.

Barcelona copy Real Madrid's recipe: huge profits from selling academy graduates

A anticipated clash in the fifth round of the Roshn league

New coach, new plans. In them, Robert Andrich initially does not feature for the Werkself – until there is a surprising twist.

Doubts surround the new star of Al Zaeem

Once part of a famous Arsenal generation, the forward ended up sliding down the leagues before his arrest in Greenock

The new signing suits the German coach's style: will it pay off?

An anticipated tactical battle on the pitch

More and more big names have arrived into England's top-flight this summer, with many of them expected to have a big impact

The absence of any local lads in Andoni Iraola's squad should be a cause for concern in and around Anfield

After a transfer window that has brought Georgia Stanway, Ona Batlle and more to the club, the Gunners look extremely well-placed to fight for their first domestic title since 2019

Now a regular in Chelsea's first team squads, this talented 17-year-old also happens to be a left-back, which is a position of serious need for Sarina Wiegman and the Lionesses

Mourinho refuses to rush Diomande out of respect for the brilliance of Guler and Diaz

At Bayern Munich, he was once the super sub and was regarded as a great promise. But since then Mathys Tel has stagnated alarmingly. One moment from the weekend symbolises his currently difficult spell.

Barcelona sticking to their strategy

Alarm bells ring in England

Messi's international retirement suggests his club career may soon follow. Here's why American soccer isn't prepared for life without him.

The Egyptian star speaks in all directions

GOAL takes a look at the ultimate pieces of collectibles from the Argentine's illustrious career

The Colombian player has a compelling human story.

Will Luis Enrique's side continue to stumble at the start of the season?

England has one of the best women's national teams in the world and perhaps the best women's league on the planet, too, but the lack of opportunities for young players domestically is a real concern

Can Maresca succeed in making the most of his record signing's abilities?

For the second straight summer, the league's only independent club have pulled off some stunning transfers, leading to a belief that they can break up the established order at the top of the table

For the first time since 2019, the Blues kick-off a new season having fallen short in the WSL during the previous campaign, and Sonia Bompastor is keen to get back to the summit as soon as possible

The USMNT striker appeared bound for Everton until medical concerns prompted a dramatic change of heart, sending the transfer plans of Chelsea and Monaco into chaos.