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Cardiff £104m Sala claim dismissed

In the latest development of a long-running legal battle, a court in Nantes has officially thrown out Cardiff City's claim for £104 million in compensation. The Bluebirds had argued that the death of Emiliano Sala in January 2019 had a direct impact on their sporting success, specifically suggesting that his goals could have prevented their subsequent relegation from the Premier League.

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Marseille confirm plans for new investment to rival PSG

The owner of Olympique de Marseille, Frank McCourt, has officially opened the door to the arrival of new financial partners at Stade Velodrome. In order to compete for titles, the American businessman believes that the club must be ready for a new phase of their economic development, with the hope of establishing themselves as a force in French football again.

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Barcola set for new PSG deal to fend off Bayern and Liverpool interest

Paris Saint-Germain are preparing to secure the long-term future of Bradley Barcola following a string of sensational performances in the Champions League. The 23-year-old winger has become an indispensable figure under Luis Enrique, prompting the French champions to act swiftly amid growing interest from European heavyweights. A new deal would see the former Lyon star commit his peak years to the Parc des Princes project.

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PSG boss to reject Man Utd offer and sign new contract

Paris Saint-Germain head coach Luis Enrique is reportedly set to reject Manchester United's advances to sign a new long-term contract in the French capital. While the Spaniard was a top target for the Old Trafford hierarchy, his decision leaves interim boss Michael Carrick as the frontrunner for the permanent position. United now face a narrowing field of elite candidates as they plan for a pivotal summer transition.

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PSG are shameless for invoking Hillsborough in Ligue 1 fiasco

Paris Saint-Germain are the best side in European football. They are the current holders of the Champions League for good reason, boasting top-line talent that fights for one another as a proper team and not like their faux-Galacticos of the past. In the dugout, they are led by one of football's brightest minds and most-respected man-managers. But the legitimacy of their title defence is now being rightly called into question.

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Arsenal eye audacious Kvaratskhelia transfer bid

Arsenal are reportedly investigating a blockbuster deal for Paris Saint-Germain star Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. The Gunners are preparing for a major squad reshuffle this summer and view the Georgian winger as the ideal profile to elevate Mikel Arteta's attacking line.

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PSG defend Lens postponement request

Paris Saint-Germain sporting advisor Luis Campos has defended the club's controversial request to postpone their upcoming Ligue 1 title battle against Lens. The French champions are seeking extra recovery time between their two Champions League quarter-final legs against Liverpool. This follows a scheduling change made to respect the anniversary of the Hillsborough disaster.

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Hakimi agent addresses Real Madrid return rumours

Achraf Hakimi remains fully committed to Paris Saint-Germain as he aims to secure the second Champions League title of his career, his agent says. Despite persistent speculation linking the Moroccan international with a sensational return to Real Madrid, his representative has moved to clarify the defender's immediate future at the Parc des Princes.

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Lens reject PSG proposal to postpone top-of-the-table Ligue 1 clash

Lens have officially opposed Paris Saint-Germain's request to reschedule their high-stakes Ligue 1 encounter originally set for April 11. PSG are seeking extra recovery time between their two Champions League quarter-final legs against Liverpool, but their domestic title rivals have hit back. Lens argue that the league should not be treated as a "variable adjustment" to suit the European ambitions of the nation's wealthiest club.

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NXGN 2026: Top 50 teenage wonderkids in football

The annual NXGN lists are back for 2026, as GOAL ranks the world's top teenage talents in men's and women's football, crowning winners that will follow in the footsteps of the likes of Jude Bellingham, Rodrygo, Gianluigi Donnarumma and Vicky Lopez in being recognised as the best young footballers on the planet.

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‘Best replacement’ for Guardiola named & Kompany prediction

Manchester City have been informed as to who the “best replacement” for Pep Guardiola will be, while Vincent Kompany is being backed to return to the Etihad Stadium at some point. Former Blues captain Richard Dunne has told GOAL what the future could look like in a coaching capacity, with two highly-decorated managers set to see their respective contracts expire in 2027.

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Greenwood banned and set to miss crucial Ligue 1 clash

Mason Greenwood will serve a suspension in Ligue 1 after picking up his fifth domestic yellow card of the season in Marseille's 2-1 defeat to Lille on Sunday night. The English forward was angered after a strong challenge wiped him out, leading to a mass confrontation between the two sets of players. Greenwood was booked and had to be replaced in the 18th minute, with Marseille now worried about a potential injury.

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Marseille boss rages after Greenwood 'seriously injured' by tackle

Marseille manager Habib Beye has fiercely criticised the refereeing following his team's 2-1 home defeat to Lille. The OM boss was furious after English forward Mason Greenwood was forced off with an injury early in the match. Beye condemned a sequence of heavy challenges, specifically calling out Hakon Haraldsson for a violent push that he believes warranted a straight red card.

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🎥 | Brawl breaks out after Greenwood flattened & injured

Marseille’s high-stakes Ligue 1 clash with Lille descended into chaos early on Sunday as a brutal challenge on Mason Greenwood sparked a massive on-pitch brawl. The English forward was left incensed after being wiped out mid-counter, leading to a confrontation that saw players from both sides clash at the Stade Velodrome. Greenwood was also unable to continue and had to be replaced after the tackle.

Frequently asked questions

Orlando City and Louisville City share the record for the most USL Championship titles, each winning the championship two times. Orlando City won in 2011 and 2013, while Louisville City won in 2017 and 2018.

The 2024 season of USL will see 24 teams compete for the league. When the league was founded in 2011 as USL Pro, only 12 teams contested. That number rose to 14 in 2014, 24 in 2015, 30 in 2017, 36 in 2019, and now back at 24.

Jamaican midfielder Kenardo Forbes is the player with the most appearances in USL history, having featured in 303 games.

With 105 goals (and counting) in 249 games, Jamaican forward Dane Kelly is USL's leading goalscorer of all-time.

Axel Kei, a centre-forward, holds the record as the youngest-ever player in USL Championship history. He made his debut in 2021 at the remarkable age of 13 years and 282 days.

Jamie Vardy, Gareth Bale, James Maddison, John Stones, and Darren Bent are some of the most iconic players to have played in the Championship.

Alen Marcina, Mark Briggs, Trevor James, and Noah Delgado are among the most popular coaches in USL history.

Protective Stadium, which is where Birmingham Legion FC play their home games, is the biggest stadium in the USL with a capacity of 47,000.

Fanendo Ali is the most expensive player in USL history, being bought for $1 million (allocation money) by FC Cincinnati in a trade with Portland Timbers.