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AS Monaco will renew their push to sign Cruz Azul midfielder Erik Lira in upcoming transfer windows, head coach Filipe Luis has confirmed. The Mexican international was on the verge of moving to the Stade Louis II during the summer, but the switch fell through after Folarin Balogun's proposed departure failed to materialise.

The former Kaizer Chiefs youth prospect scored both goals in Chicago Fire's 2-1 Leagues Cup victory over Liga MX champions Cruz Azul to advance to the quarterfinals where they will meet CF Monterrey. Watch the goals, get his coach's reaction and check out how local fans praised the 22-year-old's man of the match performance.

GOAL sat down with the USMNT’s World Cup No. 1 to discuss moving forward, returning to NYCFC and his plan to earn another opportunity in 2030.

The South African sensation has shed light on his high-profile move to Major League Soccer, a switch that caught many by surprise when it was confirmed at the start of 2026. The former TS Galaxy winger explained that the move is about starting afresh, building his brand and taking another step towards achieving his long-term career ambitions.