Getty/GOALAC MilanChampions LeagueMilan's Messias: How a former delivery man made it to San SiroPlaying in the fourth tier of Italian football only three years ago, Junior Messias came off the bench to keep AC Milan in the Champions League
Manchester CityChampions LeaguePSG outclassed at the Etihad: City finally embrace the UCLThe English champions were buzzing on and off the pitch as Pep Guardiola's side dominated their star-studded rivals in a 2-1 win
Getty/GOALJuventusSerie A'Shameless' Juve facing a Barca-esque fall from graceAn embarrassing 4-0 loss to Chelsea underlined just how far both the Bianconeri and their coach have fallen since the 2017 Champions League final
GettyCult heroesUSAJulian Green: From USMNT wonderkid to international exileIn 2014, he looked like being the future of US soccer after an iconic World Cup goal. Now, he's with potentially the worst Bundesliga team ever
Getty ImagesLigue 1MarseillePayet bottle-throwing furore the latest embarrassment for Ligue 1The French top-flight sells itself on being the home of Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe & Neymar, but it's being undermined by bad behaviour in the stands
Getty/GOALManchester UnitedChampions LeagueCan UCL king Ronaldo drag Man Utd to glory in 2022?There are issues for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's successor to solve, but with their No.7 on fire in Europe, the Red Devils can't be ruled out of contention
Getty/GOALChelseaR. JamesThe world's best right-back? James emerging as a superstarThe England man is the Blues' top scorer this season, with Mo Salah the only other Premier League player with five goals and five assists in 2021-22
Getty/GOALAston VillaPremier LeagueWho is Michael Beale? The 'expert' Steven Gerrard adores The new Aston Villa boss is delighted to have Beale in his backroom team as he admits that it would take him years to reach his assistant's level
M. PochettinoP. GuardiolaPep vs Poch: A rivalry renewed in Manchester - but for how long?The pair will face off at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday in what could be a precursor for a cross-city conflict if Manchester United get their way
Getty/GOALNXGNArsenalMarcelo Flores: Arsenal's Mexican teen who England & Canada wantThe 18-year-old was recently named Player of the Tournament at the 2021 Revelations Cup after a run of good form for the Gunners' U18s
Getty/GOALLiverpoolK. TsimikasRobertson vs Tsimikas: Klopp's happy headache at left-backThe Reds' 'Greek Scouser' has emerged as a high-quality deputy this season, and will be needed more than ever in the coming weeks
Getty/GOALUruguayWorld Cup'A stupendous man' - Tabarez's Uruguay exit marks end of an eraThe veteran steps down as one of football's most admired coaches after 17 years at the helm of the Celeste, whom he led to Copa America glory in 2011
Getty/GOALManchester UnitedM. PochettinoPoch is perfect for Man Utd - they can't ignore him againHaving missed the chance to bring in the PSG boss in 2019, the Red Devils could now hire the ideal Ole Gunnar Solskjaer replacement right away
Red Bull Media HouseWomen's footballCULTUREWomen’s freestyle makes emotional global returnFor the first time since the start of the pandemic, travel restrictions did not limit the pool of competitors, leading to an poignant day in Valencia
GOALNXGNRomaFelix Afena-Gyan: Roma teen earning new trainers from MourinhoThe 18-year-old marked his third senior appearance with two stunning goals and gained himself some new footwear from his manager in the process
Getty/GOALBarcelonaX. HernandezXavi's back at Barca, but will the good times really follow?The new Blaugrana boss got off to a winning start in La Liga, but issues remain on and off the field that could slow any progress he makes
Getty/GoalBallon d'OrWomen's footballBallon d'Or Feminin Power Rankings: Who will succeed Rapinoe?The race to succeed 2019 winner Megan Rapinoe is on, with the best players from around the world all vying for top spot on the podium
Getty ImagesManchester UnitedO. SolskjaerEl United cesa a Solskjaer; suena ZidaneUn día después de caer 4-1 en casa del Watford, el técnico noruego deja el banquillo de Old Trafford. ¿Quién le reemplaza?
Getty/GOALManchester UnitedO. SolskjaerMan Utd sack Solskjaer: The inside storyConfused tactics, misguided selections and bemusing team talks all led to the Red Devils legend being dismissed from his duties
GettyS. ManeLiverpoolMane's contract needs sorting just as much as Salah'sThe Senegal star was on fire as the Reds thrashed Arsenal at Anfield on Saturday - so why isn't more fuss being made about his future?
Getty/GOALTransfersChelseaRudiger, Christensen & Chelsea's fight to keep their defensive wallThe Blues have four senior centre-back options who are out contract this summer, with some more open than others to agreeing fresh terms
GOALNXGNAustraliaCourtney Nevin: 'Special talent’ out to stop the USWNTThe 19-year-old was tasked with marking Pernille Harder on her international debut, and already has an appearance at the Olympics to her name
Getty/GOALBallon d'OrJorginhoJorginho's journey from €20-a-week to Ballon d'Or contentionThe Italy international was taken advantage off as a youngster at Hellas Verona, but could now find himself on the podium for 2021's best footballer
Manchester CityR. SterlingCan Sterling solve Man City's goalscoring problem?After falling out of favour under Pep Guardiola, the England winger showed his attacking quality in Sunday's 3-0 victory over Everton
Getty/GOALLiverpoolPremier LeagueWhy Liverpool are struggling without WijnaldumThe loss of the Dutch midfielder, coupled with Virgil van Dijk's gradual return to full fitness, have left the Reds vulnerable to counterattacks
Getty/GOALWomen's Champions LeagueNWSLHow Beal overcame injury & tragedy to reach the UWCLAfter being drafted into the NWSL by Kansas City as the 35th pick, the defender has had to deal with devastating setbacks to get where she is today
Getty/GoalWomen's Champions LeagueArsenal WomenFive things we learned from the Women's Champions LeagueOn matchday four of the UWCL group stages, Real Madrid hosted PSG, Juventus travelled to Wolfsburg and Bayern Munich took on Lyon
Getty/GOALNXGNCrystal PalaceJesurun Rak-Sakyi: Palace's teen goal machine who Chelsea let goThe 19-year-old has been starring in English youth football over the past year, with top-flight clubs from around Europe now keen to take him on loan
Getty/GOALTransfersSerie AMeet the man who signed Mbappe & scouted ModricIn an exclusive interview with GOAL, Riccardo Pecini discusses his involvement in some of the most significant deals of the past 15 years
Getty/GOALChelseaBallon d'OrBallon d'Or snub won't stop Mendy inspiring black goalkeepersThe Blues No.1 is excelling every week on the field for his club but his impact off the field is even more significant