Roy Keane has delivered a blunt message to Manchester United sensation JJ Gabriel, urging the youngster to show patience after he sensationally requested to leave Old Trafford. The 15-year-old, widely regarded as one of the finest prospects in world football, has seen his future plunged into uncertainty following a formal request to cancel his registration with immediate effect.
According to reports coming out of the United States, Pulisic has not been called up by Pochettino, while Musah is included in the American head coach’s squad.
Rising stars Cavan Sullivan, Mathis Albert and Zavier Gozo are among the 12 players named to the U.S. men's national team for the first time ahead of the upcoming set of four friendlies. Manager Mauricio Pochettino, who confirmed his return to the USMNT in August, has also selected 12 players who were on this summer's World Cup roster, although big names Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie and Folarin Balogun all miss out.
The football world is in mourning following the sudden and unexpected passing of former Premier League goalkeeper Kevin Miller at the age of 57. A stalwart of the English game who made over 700 professional appearances, Miller's death has triggered a wave of tributes from the numerous clubs he represented during a distinguished career spanning four decades.
Veteran defender John Stones has been ruled out of England's upcoming Nations League fixtures after suffering a significant muscle injury with Inter Milan. The centre-back's absence leaves Thomas Tuchel short of experience in defence as the Three Lions prepare for a crucial run of international matches.
Michael Carrick insists that Manchester United can salvage their season despite a devastating Carabao Cup exit that saw the Red Devils surrender a two-goal lead at home. The Old Trafford faithful made their feelings clear at the final whistle, greeting the manager and his players with a deafening chorus of boos after Brighton staged a remarkable second-half comeback.
Emile Smith Rowe was highly regarded at Arsenal and expected to become a Premier League star after linking up with Fulham so why, at 26 years of age, has he not “kicked on”? Ex-Cottagers midfielder Danny Murphy has attempted to answer that question for GOAL, with a “super talent” finding himself restricted to a substitute role in west London.
Unai Emery has issued a significant challenge to Alejandro Garnacho, warning the Chelsea loanee that he has fallen down the pecking order at Villa Park. Despite his high-profile arrival in the summer, the Argentine winger is currently struggling to secure minutes under the Spanish tactician.
RB Leipzig developed a reputation for identifying, buying and profiting off top talent, but shifts in the soccer landscape mean that this club has to think in new ways
Roberto De Zerbi is “very Marmite”, Bobby Zamora has told GOAL, but the enigmatic Italian is being backed to avoid any sack threat at Tottenham. The north London outfit have made another slow start to the season in 2026-27, but they are considered to have the right man at the helm - even if the former Brighton boss can rub a few people up the wrong way.
Dominik Szoboszlai has sent a clear message to his doubters after helping Liverpool secure a hard-fought victory against Tottenham Hotspur in the Carabao Cup. The Hungarian midfielder, who has faced scrutiny for his recent performances, insists he is happy to play anywhere on the pitch to help Andoni Iraola’s side succeed.