500 fans outstayed World Cup visas & some slipped out of RussiaThe tournament brought record numbers to Russia and the FAN ID system meant travellers were entitled to short-term stays when buying match ticketsWorld CupRussia
Will Messi play for Argentina at Copa America 2019?Argentine football fans have an anxious wait ahead of them as their captain and record scorer mulls over his international futureCopa AmericaBarcelona
Messi to make Argentina comeback in MarchThe Barcelona star has not played for the national team since their disappointing 2018 World Cup, but is due to return in two months' timeCopa AmericaBarcelona
When is the Copa America 2019 draw? Everything you need to knowWho will Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay all face at the continental tournament? With the draw set to take place, Goal brings you all you need to knowCopa AmericaBrazil
Maradona released from hospital after health scareThe 58-year-old was treated in his native Argentina at the Clinica Olivos, with his daughter forced deny suggestions his condition was seriousVideo
Why is Sergio Aguero nicknamed Kun?The Argentina and Man City superstar's first name is Sergio, but he goes with a different naming convention for the back of his shirtManchester CityPremier League
WATCH: From Coutinho to Neymar, relive all Brazil's goals in 2018As the Selecao turn their attentions to Copa America 2019, we take a look back at the 10 consecutive victories secured by Tite and his side on BGT2018VideoGermany
Ranked: World Cup 2022 favourites, star players & line-upsWith the final four years away on December 18, 2022, Goal gazes into its crystal ball and attempts to put together the best potential starting 11sWorld CupChile
What is Total Football? Clubs, countries & players who used itIconic footballer Johan Cruyff made the philosophy famous during his playing career, and propelled Dutch football from obscurity to global stardomAjaxNetherlands
An inside look at Messi's new customised jetThe 31-year-old has been leased a brand new plane so that he can travel around the world with family and friends in luxuryBarcelonaLaLiga
Ballon d'Or live: Modric beats Ronaldo and Messi to win best player awardGoal brings you all the updates as Modric beat out Ronaldo and Messi to be crowned this year's Ballon d'Or winnerChampions LeagueReal Madrid
Germany's slump leads to rankings slideBelgium continue to lead the way, just ahead of France, while there is mixed fortunes for fallen giants such as Die Mannschaft, Argentina and ItalyEnglandUEFA Nations League A
The future of Argentina: Spurs star Foyth earning rave reviewsThe 20-year-old remains a raw and impetuous talent but Spurs boss Mauricio Pochettino believes the Argentine is destined for greatnessTottenhamPremier League
'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 AlbicelesteWorld CupBarcelona
Pochettino dreaming of Spurs, Argentina & Serie AThe Spurs head coach is determined to land major silverware in England, but has ambitions of heading to Italy at some stage and returning to his rootsTottenhamSerie A
'River vs Boca the best derby in the world' The retired World Cup winner cannot wait for Saturday's Copa Libertadores final second leg, and he knows exactly who he wants to winCopa LibertadoresRiver Plate
How will Mexico's 2018 be remembered? It was an up and down year for El Tri fans, who were able to celebrate triumphs at Russia but end the year without much optimism for the futureMexicoFriendlies
Messi, Maradona & the Top 20 Argentines of all timeWhile the two great No.10s have made history with the Albiceleste, the nation has been blessed with a host of incredible talents over the yearsFriendliesOpinion
Mexico players eager for new managerAs Tuca Ferretti's interim term comes to an end, several El Tri players said they are eager to know what direction the team will head inMexicoFriendlies
Icardi thrilled to break 'ugly' Argentina scoring drought The Inter forward finally found the net for his senior national side and was pleased to open his account against MexicoMexicoFriendlies
Tuca's interim spell ends right on timeThe Tigres manager belongs with his club, not with El Tri where he lost five out of six matches during his interim stintMexicoFriendlies
How will El Tri line up against Argentina?El Tri close out the year with another matchup against Argentina, and Tuca Ferretti is expected to make a number of changes from FridayMexicoFriendlies
Mexico's lack of depth will show vs. ArgentinaEl Tri's second-choice team is a far cry from the one the South Americans are able to field - and it reveals issues holding them backMexicoFriendlies
Argentina vs Mexico: TV channel, stream & previewEl Tri suffered a 2-0 loss when the teams locked horns last week but are still hoping to close out the year with a victoryMexicoFriendlies
Dybala: Argentina want Messi back in the teamThe playmaker has taken on greater responsibilities in a youthful Albiceleste line-up since the captain went on post-World Cup sabbaticalFriendliesMexico
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