World Cup news

What is VAR and where will it be used?

The use of video technology has been a major talking point since its introduction, but, despite complaints, more competitions are using it

Madrid’s €45m sensation Rodrygo single-handedly saving Brazil

The Santos youngster, just weeks past his 18th birthday, was involved in all his side's goals as they staggered into the final phase

What is a GOAT in football?

If you're not familiar with sport, the term may come as a bit of a conundrum to you, but rest assured, it does not refer to a farmyard animal

500 fans outstayed World Cup visas & some slipped out of Russia

The tournament brought record numbers to Russia and the FAN ID system meant travellers were entitled to short-term stays when buying match tickets

Venezuela's football fairytale as millions flee economic chaos

Against a backdrop of crippling inflation, poverty and rampant crime, Venezuela has found joy in a special generation of Under-20 talent

'Fun while it lasted' - Bolt ends pro football dream

The sprint legend has spent time on trial with a number of clubs but has now had to concede that no professional deal will be forthcoming

FIFA Mobile, PES 2018 & the best football games for mobile phones

Need a football gaming fix when you're on the move? Goal has rounded up some of the best football games for mobile gameplay!

Beckham beaming after Mbappe medal meeting

The former Manchester United, Real Madrid and Paris-Saint Germain midfielder has been mingling with a modern-day hero during a return to France

What is a dive in football?

Diving is one of the most controversial aspects in football with more and more players seemingly going to ground on the edge of the box easily

World Cup 2022: Everything we know so far

Goal has rounded up everything you need to know about the next World Cup despite the tournament still being several years away

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Egypt to host 2019 Africa Cup of Nations

The battle for continental glory will take place in June, giving the host nation little time in which to prepare themselves for a major tournament

Martino can deal with El Tri pressure cooker

The new manager is one of few coaches in the world who can cope with the intense scrutiny the El Tri gig brings from fans and the press

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Il Como convince: scommesse di valore tra Italia ed Europa?

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Ribery, Maradona, & football's most infamous outbursts

With the Frenchman having launched into an extraordinary, foul-mouthed tirade on Twitter on Saturday, Goal dredges through some other notorious rants

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El Tri's year in review

A year that had so much promise ended up like almost every other year for El Tri. Goal looks back at the highs and lows

‘I love challenges’ – Varane sets his sights on Euro 2020 glory

The Real Madrid man is seeking more glory on the international stage, though he knows it will not come easy

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Betting Basics: What are Booking Points?

Almost every football match in the world sees yellow or red cards, and we explain how many points each type is worth and how can they be used in bets

Mbappe crowned French Player of the Year

The Paris Saint-Germain forward has picked up another presitigous prize in 2018 after tasting Ligue 1 title glory and a World Cup win with his country

Gabriel Jesus 'scarred' by World Cup woes

The Manchester City striker admits his struggles for domestic form this season can be traced back to a difficult showing for his country in Russia

Ranked: World Cup 2022 favourites, star players & line-ups

With the final four years away on December 18, 2022, Goal gazes into its crystal ball and attempts to put together the best potential starting 11s

Xavi: Qatar has a football culture

The former Barcelona midfielder could possibly take to coaching full-time next season…

Salah retains BBC African FOTY award

The Liverpool forward defended his crown against the likes of his team-mate Sadio Mane and defender Kalidou Koulibaly

What is Total Football? Clubs, countries & players who used it

Iconic footballer Johan Cruyff made the philosophy famous during his playing career, and propelled Dutch football from obscurity to global stardom

Basque team apply for FIFA and UEFA membership

The Spanish region wants to dispute the World Cup and European Championship under its own flag and will make a formal request for recognition

Griezmann: What else do I have to do for Ballon d’Or?

The Atletico Madrid and France star admitted he was frustrated having won two bits of silverware in 2018, but still only finished third in the voting

Ballon d'Or live: Modric beats Ronaldo and Messi to win best player award

Goal brings you all the updates as Modric beat out Ronaldo and Messi to be crowned this year's Ballon d'Or winner

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Ballon d'Or 2018: Favourites, outsiders & underdogs

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo both have five Ballons d'Or apiece, so who could win the award this year to break up their decade-long dominance?

Looking back on 2018 for Brazil

The year will be remembered for their quarter-final defeat by Belgium but either side of that evening in Russia, the Selecao have kept high standards

Germany's slump leads to rankings slide

Belgium continue to lead the way, just ahead of France, while there is mixed fortunes for fallen giants such as Die Mannschaft, Argentina and Italy

'Argentina waiting for Messi with open arms'

The Sevilla defender is hoping that a domestic rival at Barcelona will soon rejoin him as part of the international fold with the Albiceleste

FIFA told to make World Cup finals every two years

South America's federation see the concept as an alternative to UEFA's Nations League

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