Tottenham Hotspur head coach Roberto De Zerbi has made his intentions clear regarding the future of Joao Palhinha, confirming he wants to secure the midfielder on a permanent basis. The Portuguese international, who is on loan from Bayern Munich, has become a vital component of the Spurs engine room since the Italian's arrival.
Barcelona loanee Ansu Fati has opened up on his admiration for Lamine Yamal while reflecting on his impressive spell at Monaco. The forward, who has struggled with injuries in recent seasons, appears to have rediscovered his best form in Ligue 1 and is now looking ahead to a pivotal summer regarding his future at Camp Nou.
Donald Trump admitted that he would be reluctant to pay the reportedly high prices for World Cup tickets in an interview with the New York Post. The U.S. president conceded that he "did not know" tickets were being sold for more than $1,000 for the USMNT's opening fixture against Paraguay and noted that he "wouldn't pay" such fees to see a World Cup game.
Borussia Dortmund has reached an agreement with former captain and long-serving sporting director Sebastian Kehl to terminate his contract, which had been due to run until 30 June 2027.
Chelsea manager Sonia Bompastor has addressed reports linking Manchester City superstar Khadija "Bunny" Shaw with a blockbuster summer move to the Blues. The Jamaica international is expected to depart Joie Stadium as contract negotiations with the newly-crowned Women's Super League champions have reportedly reached a standstill.
David Beckham has revealed the extraordinary level of dedication Luis Enrique brought to Paris Saint-Germain, claiming the Spaniard effectively lived at the club's training base during his debut season. The legendary former Manchester United and Real Madrid midfielder shared insights from PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi regarding the coach's obsessive work ethic.
Sixteen years after the global phenomenon of 'Waka Waka', Shakira is set to take centre stage again for the upcoming 2026 World Cup. The Colombian singer has released a snippet of the official song for the tournament titled 'Dai Dai', a collaborative project with Nigerian artist Burna Boy.
Antonio Cassano has revealed Lionel Messi's retirement timeline after meeting the Argentina icon in Florida. Despite approaching his 39th birthday, the Inter Miami superstar appears to have no immediate intention of hanging up his boots as he eyes further success in MLS and potentially on the international stage.
Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has launched a scathing attack on Arsenal, labelling Mikel Arteta’s side "boring" despite their pursuit of a historic double. The Gunners are currently in pole position to end their 22-year wait for a Premier League title and have booked their place in the Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain.
Alisha Lehmann has been named Fans' Player of the Season for Leicester City Women despite making only five starts since her arrival in January. The Swiss international, who joined the Foxes mid-way through a difficult WSL campaign, also secured the club’s Goal of the Season award for her clinical strike against former club Aston Villa.
Michael Carrick has called for "clarity" regarding the Manchester United managerial situation, suggesting that now is the "natural time" for a definitive decision. Despite guiding the Red Devils back into the Champions League, the interim boss is still waiting to discover if he will be handed the reins on a permanent basis.
USMNT talisman Christian Pulisic has rarely been one to invite the cameras into his private life, preferring to let his industrious performances on the pitch do the talking. However, ahead of a potentially career-defining home World Cup, the AC Milan forward has finally addressed the end of his relationship with professional golfer Alexa Melton.
Ferland Mendy is facing an uncertain future at the highest level after receiving a devastating injury diagnosis following Real Madrid's recent victory over Espanyol. The France international, who has been a vital part of Los Blancos' defensive unit when fit, could reportedly now be facing a full calendar year away from the pitch.
Curacao became the smallest nation to ever qualify for the World Cup, and their historic achievement has offered a moment of unity for an island long shaped by racial tension.
Barcelona star Raphinha has launched a scathing attack on the media and ongoing transfer speculation, claiming that certain figures are determined to see him leave the Catalan giants. Ahead of this weekend's high-stakes Clásico against Real Madrid, the Brazilian winger dismissed reports regarding his future as total fabrications.
Chelsea face a mounting selection crisis ahead of their daunting trip to Anfield, with interim head coach Calum McFarlane confirming that Robert Sanchez will miss the clash against Liverpool. The Blues are desperate to halt a disastrous run of six consecutive Premier League defeats but must do so without several key first-team figures.
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has hit out at the decision to host the upcoming FA Youth Cup final against Manchester City at a secondary venue. The former Red Devils captain believes the prestigious youth fixture deserves a larger stage than the 7,000-capacity Joie Stadium.
Real Madrid have been plunged into a state of internal warfare after Federico Valverde was reportedly hospitalised following a "very serious" confrontation with team-mate Aurelien Tchouameni. The incident has forced head coach Alvaro Arbeloa to call an emergency meeting to address a dressing room that is spiralling out of control.
Dani Carvajal has spent his entire career at Real Madrid, with the exception of one year. It now looks as though the club are finally parting ways with him. It would be hard to imagine a more undignified end to an era.
Andoni Iraola is reportedly nearing an agreement to remain in the Premier League next season with a move to London. The Bournemouth manager, whose imminent departure from the south coast at the end of the current campaign has already been announced, has become one of the most sought-after tactical minds in English football.
Cole Palmer would “want them to listen” if Chelsea were presented with an eye-watering, £150 million ($204m) transfer bid this summer, claims Glen Johnson. The former Blues defender has told GOAL why the England international playmaker may be considering a move elsewhere, with a return to his Manchester roots at United being heavily speculated on.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino joked he would personally deliver hot dogs and soft drinks to anyone paying $2 million for a World Cup final ticket. The comment comes as resale listings for the 2026 showpiece reach extraordinary levels, sparking criticism over affordability.
Real Madrid's dressing room is increasingly tense. Reports suggest that several players are snubbing manager Álvaro Arbeloa, and there has also been a fiery row between two team-mates.
Jaap Stam has urged Manchester United to sign Frenkie de Jong, joking he would cycle to Barcelona to bring the midfielder to Old Trafford. The former defender also suggested Micky van de Ven could strengthen United’s defence.
Referee Francois Letexier has broken his silence on the high-profile incident between Vinicius Junior and Gianluca Prestianni that rocked the Champions League earlier this year. The French official was forced to halt the knockout stage clash after the Real Madrid star reported receiving racial abuse from his Benfica counterpart.
