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Barcelona continued their perfect start to the La Liga season with a dominant 2-0 victory over Athletic Club at the Camp Nou. The evening was made even more special for the Blaugrana faithful as marquee summer signing Rodri made his long-awaited debut for the Catalan giants.

Inter Miami have officially confirmed the appointment of Cristian 'Kily' Gonzalez as their new head coach, bringing an end to Guillermo Hoyos' tenure at Chase Stadium. The former Argentina international, who played with Lionel Messi, takes the reins at a critical juncture as the Herons look to snap a disappointing winless streak and solidify their post-season ambitions.

Inter Miami reportedly have a new manager. The Herons are set to hire Kily Gonzalez, a former Argentina international who has coached at three different clubs in the Argentine top flight. He succeeds interim Guillermo Hoyos, who has been in the job since the sacking of MLS Cup winning manager Javier Mascherano shortly after the start of the season.

Chelsea secured their progression to the next round of the Carabao Cup with a professional 2-0 victory over Luton Town at Stamford Bridge. However, the result was somewhat overshadowed by the high-profile absence of Enzo Fernandez from the matchday squad.

With the WSL season and next USWNT camp nearing, GOAL looks at what’s ahead for Alyssa Thompson, Naomi Girma, Sam Coffey and the other Americans abroad.

Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has admitted he cannot guarantee Cody Gakpo will remain at Anfield beyond the summer transfer deadline. The Dutch international has emerged as a primary target for Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester City as the market enters its final frantic days.

Arsenal have officially announced that Reiss Nelson has left the club after reaching an agreement to terminate his contract by mutual consent. The 26-year-old winger, who rose through the ranks of the Hale End academy, is now a free agent as he looks to kickstart his career elsewhere.

Julian Hall, 18, has penned a four-year contract extension with the New York Red Bulls that could keep him at the club until 2030. The striker, who has bagged 12 goals for the MLS side, had just over a year left on his previous deal and is a target of long-term interest from numerous European clubs. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Chelsea have reached an agreement with Aston Villa to secure the services of Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez in a cut-price deal. The veteran shot-stopper is expected to travel to London to finalise the formalities of the move and bolster Xabi Alonso's defensive options.

MLS has welcomed several stars and generated major outgoing fees, but plenty of clubs still have work to do before the summer transfer window closes Sept. 2.

The Champions League league phase draw has thrown up some mouth-watering ties for the Premier League's elite. Arsenal are set for a heavyweight schedule as they prepare to face European giants Real Madrid and Bayern Munich.

Joshua Zirkzee could be set for a swift return to Italian football as Fiorentina step up their efforts to sign the Manchester United striker. The Netherlands international has struggled to find his best form in the Premier League and now looks increasingly likely to depart Old Trafford before the summer transfer window closes.

Aston Villa have officially completed the signing of veteran German international Leon Goretzka on a free transfer, providing a significant boost to Unai Emery's midfield options. The 31-year-old arrives at Villa Park with a glittering CV, having ended a trophy-laden eight-year spell with Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich earlier this summer.

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European football's governing body, UEFA, has initiated explosive criminal legal proceedings against FIFA and its president, Gianni Infantino. The legal challenge centers on a controversial and now-abandoned proposal to sell off significant commercial stakes in the World Cup and other major global competitions to private investment firms.

Tottenham Hotspur have completed the signing of Manchester City forward Omar Marmoush, further bolstering their squad in a remarkably busy summer transfer window. The Egypt international arrives in North London on an initial loan deal, which includes a mandatory obligation to make the transfer permanent for £60m next year.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has addressed the mounting speculation regarding a move for Julian Alvarez as the summer transfer window enters its frantic final stages. The Gunners boss also provided a significant update on the futures of Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Martinelli, both of whom appear increasingly likely to depart North London.

AC Milan head coach Ruben Amorim has sent shockwaves through the Rossoneri fanbase by confirming that Rafael Leao will not feature in the upcoming Serie A clash against Venezia. The decision comes at a critical juncture for the Portuguese international, whose future at San Siro is now under intense scrutiny during the final days of the summer transfer window.

Brighton have raised more than £600 million ($814m) from sales in recent years, but Mark McGhee has explained to GOAL why the Seagulls are not a selling club - at least not through choice. The likes of Moises Caicedo, Marc Cucurella, Leandro Trossard, Yves Bissouma, Alexis Mac Allister and Carlos Baleba have all departed the Amex Stadium.

Atletico Madrid have taken a definitive stand in the most high-profile transfer saga of the summer by officially blocking Julian Alvarez’s move to Barcelona. The club’s board of directors issued a scathing statement on Thursday, effectively ending negotiations with their La Liga rivals following what they described as a lack of professional conduct.

Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany has confirmed that Jamal Musiala will miss the club's Bundesliga opener against Stuttgart on Friday. The German international is still working his way back to full fitness following a recent health scare that saw him sidelined during the pre-season schedule.

Former Birmingham player and manager Steve Bruce has told GOAL that the Blues will not rush into a repeat of their Wayne Rooney mistake, with there no plans on the part of Tom Brady and the club’s board to seek another “name” in the dugout. Chris Davies remains at the St Andrew’s helm for now, with collective sights being locked on the Premier League.

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John Halls worked with Thierry Henry, Patrick Vieira and the ‘Invincibles’ at Arsenal, with the Gunners academy graduate telling GOAL of the “mindset” required to succeed in north London. The Premier League heavyweights are famed for their production of home-grown stars, with those coming through the system needing to adopt a “better than you” mentality.

Massimiliano Allegri has delivered a bold assessment of the Serie A landscape, claiming that as many as eight teams are in the hunt for the Scudetto this season. The experienced tactician also outlined his expectations for a historic centenary campaign at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona.

Barcelona have officially secured the services of Croatian international goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic, bolstering their options between the posts. The veteran shot-stopper arrives from Turkish giants Fenerbahce, ending weeks of speculation regarding the club’s long-term succession plan in goal.

Steve Bruce admits that Emi Martinez’s desperation to leave Aston Villa is strange, with the former Villans boss reacting to transfer talk during an exclusive interview with GOAL - as the World Cup-winning goalkeeper sees a move to Chelsea mooted. The Argentina international has spent 12 months shuffling his way towards exit doors in the West Midlands.

Manchester City and Arsenal have emerged as leading contenders in a high-stakes pursuit of Everton forward Iliman Ndiaye. The Senegal international has become one of the most sought-after talents in the Premier League following a series of standout performances at Goodison Park.

Nottingham Forest have completed the marquee £50m signing of striker Liam Delap from Chelsea on a five-year deal. The 23-year-old forward arrives at the City Ground for an initial £45m fee plus £5m in add-ons, aiming to reignite his Premier League form after finding starting opportunities limited during his solitary season at Stamford Bridge.