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Spurs sent Pochettino return warning as USMNT disrupt plans

Tottenham have been warned that bringing Mauricio Pochettino back to north London may not be the best option this summer, with the USMNT disrupting the plans of the Premier League strugglers. Spurs are in the market for a new head coach after sacking Thomas Frank, with Bobby Zamora in an interview with GOAL about what happens next.

Americans Abroad: McKennie rolls on, Agyemang hits milestone

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in Europe, including more McKennie magic

Tottenham name Tudor as interim head coach after Frank sacking

Tottenham have acted swiftly to replace Thomas Frank by confirming Igor Tudor will take charge until the end of the season. Crucially, the deal does not include an option to make the move permanent, meaning the hunt for a long-term successor remains wide open for the summer, keeping the dream of a Mauricio Pochettino reunion very much alive for the Spurs faithful.

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Crouch demands Pochettino return as Tottenham 'dragged on' Frank sacking

Peter Crouch has urged Tottenham to aim high when they start looking for a permanent replacement for fired manager Thomas Frank

'I know what I can do' - Tillman on Leverkusen breakout, WC push

EXCLUSIVE: Tillman speaks with GOAL about his growth, new pressure at Leverkusen, and his USMNT World Cup ambitions.

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Spurs hatch Pochettino plan after sacking Frank

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in reappointing Mauricio Pochettino as head coach after sacking Thomas Frank. The club languish just outside the relegation zone, in 16th, just five points clear of West Ham United in 18th. They may have to wait until after the 2026 World Cup, however, to extricate Pochettino from his current job as the United States' men's national team manager.

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📽️ | Spurs fans chant Pochettino's name as Frank remains defiant

Thomas Frank insists he is '1,000 per cent' the right man for the Tottenham job despite a toxic atmosphere in north London. Spurs fans openly called for the return of Mauricio Pochettino as their side slumped to a miserable 2-1 defeat against Newcastle on Tuesday, leaving the crisis-hit club hovering dangerously above the relegation zone ahead of the derby match against local rivals Arsenal.

Juventus director confirms contract talks with USMNT's McKennie

Weston McKennie has shone in recent weeks with Juventus, earning the club’s Player of the Month award. Despite uncertainty surrounding his future with his contract set to expire after the World Cup, Juventus director Marco Ottolini confirmed the club is already working to keep the USMNT midfielder in Turin for the long term.

'I'm not there yet' - USMNT's Banks staying grounded amid hype

The young defender is staying grounded as he approaches what is certainly the biggest moment of his young career

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USMNT's Freeman makes Villarreal debut in lopsided win

U.S. Men's National Team full back Alex Freeman made his Villarreal debut on Monday in a 4-1 win over Espanyol, entering the match as a substitute for his first appearance in Europe. The now-former Orlando City star joined Villarreal during the January transfer window after a breakout 2025 with the national team.

The Rondo: Is it time to worry about Christian Pulisic?

GOAL's writers debate Christian Pulisic’s form, Weston McKennie’s rise, and what it all means for Americans Abroad right now.

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'Europa League isn't enough!' - Pochettino flirts with Tottenham return

Mauricio Pochettino has once again indicated that he wants to return to Tottenham as he claimed their recent achievements are "not enough" for a club of that stature. Despite his current commitments with the United States national team, the Argentine said his ultimate ambition is to win the Champions League and Premier League, placing them above achieving World Cup glory in his current role.

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Americans Abroad: McKennie's scoring continues, Busio shines

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in Europe, including another goal from McKennie and Weah suffering a tough outing against PSG.

'Getting up was hard' - USMNT star Weah was ‘broken player’

USMNT star Tim Weah admits that he was a “broken player” when joining Marseille in 2025, with “getting up in the morning” proving difficult during a testing spell at Serie A giants Juventus. The United States international, who is the son of Ballon d’Or-winning AC Milan legend George, feels that he has finally found a home in France where he can put down roots.

From Kane to Morris: Soccer stars’ Super Bowl LX allegiances

GOAL breaks down which soccer stars have established ties to the two Super Bowl teams.

Americans Abroad: Richards aims to turn Palace season around

GOAL looks at the biggest storylines among Americans Abroad, including a series of big games in France, England and Italy

Messi, Son and the 25 best players in MLS heading into 2026

GOAL ranks the top 25 players in MLS. And while No. 1 should be of little surprise, there is plenty of talent littered all over the league.

Roldan's 'glimmer of hope' is about more than a World Cup

GOAL sat down with the midfielder to discuss the upcoming World Cup and what kept him motivated in the years between USMNT appearances

USMNT's McKennie named Juventus’ Player of the Month

U.S. men’s national team Weston McKennie’s standout January earned him Juventus’ Player of the Month award after scoring three goals in seven appearances. While his influence on the pitch continues to grow, contract negotiations remain unresolved, with Serie A rivals monitoring the midfielder’s situation closely.

'Not going to accept my fate' - Turner on battle to be U.S. No. 1

GOAL sat down with the goalkeeper to discuss 2025 challenges, 2026 hopes, and changing perceptions once again

Guardiola criticises Trump over ICE killings

Pep Guardiola has launched a stinging attack on U.S. president Donald Trump’s administration following the deaths of Renee Good and nurse Alex Pretti at the hands of ICE agents. The Manchester City manager delivered an impassioned defence of human rights during a press conference, breaking his usual silence to condemn "genocide" in Palestine and demand compassion for migrants crossing the English Channel.

From Freeman to Cowell - Grading the USMNT transfers so far

Ahead of the transfer window closing, GOAL grades the USMNT-related deals completed during January.

Pulisic's injuries continue - what does that mean for USMNT?

Pulisic’s fitness is again a talking point after his latest absence for AC Milan, with the World Cup looming and careful management now critical.

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We relish getting one over on Americans - Yazbek discusses USMNT WC

Yazbek tells GOAL why Australia is circling the USMNT clash, how MLS has changed him, and why the World Cup feels within reach.

Sources: Atleti, Villa, Monaco and Villarreal interested in Gozo

Atletico Madrid, Aston Villa, Monaco and Villarreal are among the clubs interested in signing Real Salt Lake star Zavier Gozo, sources tell GOAL. The winger, who has represented the U.S. up to the U-23 level, could be on the move in the summer for a transfer fee somewhere close to a club-record fee.

Freeman to Sargent: USMNT Winners, losers of transfer window

GOAL breaks down the winners and losers among American stars from the January window.

Frequently asked questions

: The story behind the birth of Liverpool as we know it today is quite interesting. Originally, it was Liverpool's Merseyside rivals Everton who would play their games at Anfield. However, after Everton decided to play their games elsewhere following a dispute in March 1892, John Houlding, the owner of Anfield at the time, decided to form his own club called Liverpool F.C.
: Fenway Sports Group (FSG), an American multinational sports holding conglomerate, is the owner of Liverpool. FSG purchased the club in 2010 through subsidiaries N.E.S.V.I, LLC and the UK-based UKSV Holdings Company Limited.
: Liverpool are playing their home games at the illustrious Anfield Stadium, which was built in 1884 and has since undergone several renovations, the latest being completed in 2024.
: Anfield has a capacity of 61,276, with the renovation of the Anfield Road Stand in the latter half of the 2023-24 campaign taking the stadium's capacity past the 60,000-mark.
: Liverpool have won a stellar 67 trophies throughout their history, which includes six Champions Leagues, 19 top-flight titles, and six FA Cups.
: Liverpool are the second-most successful English side in terms of top flight titles with 19, just one shy of Manchester United. Their previous league glory came in the 2019-20 season, which remains their only league title till date in the Premier League era.
: Former English midfielder Ian Callaghan made 857 appearances for the Reds. He is the only player in Liverpool history to have made over 800 appearances for the club.
: Liverpool icon Ian Rush is the club's all-time top goalscorer, finding the back of the net 346 times in 660 games.
: Luis Suarez, Ian Rush, Mohamed Salah, Steven Gerrard, Xabi Alonso, James Milner, Fernando Torres, and Michael Owen are among the most popular players to have donned the Liverpool jersey.
: Brendan Rodgers, Bill Shankly, Jurgen Klopp, Kenny Dalglish, Rafael Benitez, and Gerard Houllier are some of the most prominent managers to have been at the helm for Liverpool.
: Liverpool are famously known as The Reds. The media as well as the club's supporters coined the term during the 1965-66 season, when the team first wore an all-red attire for the games.

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