Getty/GOALAnalysisFIFA Club World CupWhy Auckland City fans are spending big to watch team loseA group of loyal supporters are traveling from city to city to cheer on their semi-pro team - and don't care about the results
Getty/GOALAnalysisLiverpoolHow Wirtz's Liverpool move has left Red Sox fans ragingFenway Sports Group are facing scrutiny back in the United States over another controversial MLB trade, while the Reds are flying high in England
Getty/GOALAnalysisUSA'I've been here' - How USMNT's Freeman is making his own nameGOAL sat down with the Orlando City and USMNT rising star to discuss his journey, his name and the lofty goals in his sights
GOALPlayer ratingsReal MadridTrent & Alonso endure debuts to forget in disappointing drawXabi Alonso had to settle for a disappointing draw in his first game in charge of the Spanish giants
Getty/GOALAnalysisFIFA Club World CupHow European clubs maximize CWC to expand in AmericaThis summer's tournament provides the perfect opportunity for some of Europe's biggest clubs to cultivate American support
GettyPlayer ratingsEngland U21Elliott & Quansah struggle as England U21s slump to defeatAlex Scott was on the scoresheet for the Young Lions but it was a disappointing night for Lee Carsley's side as they slumped to a 2-1 defeat
Getty/GOALAnalysisUSA'The next test' - Chemistry key for Luna, McGlynn, TillmanWith a resounding Gold Cup-opening victory in their back pocket, the USMNT have reason to smile - but not for too long
Getty Player ratingsManchester CityFoden fires for City but Cherki underwhelms on debutThe midfielder scored his first goal for five months as the Cityzens made a trouble-free start to the Club World Cup with a 2-0 win in Philadelphia
GOALAnalysisUSAUSMNT Transfers: Musah to Napoli hits snag, Pepi to Fulham?The USMNT Transfer Notebook tracks American player movements, with latest developments for those in the U.S. national team pool
AnalysisAuckland City FC'United as one' - CWC transforms U.S. into global soccer hubFrom Al Ahly to Palmeiras, soccer supporters from all over the world have flocked to the United States this summer
Getty/GOALOpinionInter Miami CFBusquets was right: Messi can't lift Miami to CWC levelThe MLS outfit fell flat in their opening game against Al Ahly, and now face an uphill task to reach the knockout stages
Getty/GOALWinners & LosersPremier LeagueBiggest winners & losers from the EPL fixture releaseThe Red Devils and Gunners are among the teams with the toughest starts to the new season, but others have been handed a kinder schedule
Getty/GOALAnalysisManchester CityCherki is City's new maverick - but can he thrive under Pep?The playmaker's relationship with his new boss will be fascinating to watch after being plagued by accusations of an attitude problem
Getty/GOALOpinionBayern MunichBayern should SELL Kane if they want a younger No.9The German champions are reportedly lining up a new role for their €100m man, but this would be a reckless waste of such an asset
GOALAnalysisTransfersWhy Chelsea & more are chasing Hazard-esque FofanaThe winger has emerged as a transfer target for the two English giants, as well as many others among Europe's elite
GOALAnalysisUSA'Big p*ssing contest' - Gomez on Pulisic furor, state of USMNTMic'd Up: The ESPN FC analyst spoke candidly about all things USMNT, and why he commits to being "as honest as possible"
GOALAnalysisUSA'Amazing opportunity' - Juve's McKennie, Weah face CWC testWhile neither will be playing for their country this summer, all eyes are on American players and Italian giant in Club World Cup
Getty/GOALAnalysisInter Miami CFThe Rondo: Club World Cup simmers, but hasn't yet explodedGOAL writers analyze the opening weekend of the CWC, and when tournament will heat up with high-octane games to come
GOALAnalysisNetherlandsHall of Fame: Van Basten - the swan with broken wingsOne of the great forwards of European football history, the Dutchman's career was cut cruelly short by injury
Getty/GOALAnalysisV. GyoekeresBlackmail & rejection reports: What's going on with Gyokeres?The Sweden international's goal-scoring feats have made him the most intriguing target of the summer, but his next destination is far from clear
Getty/GOALOpinionTransfersSpurs move makes more sense for Mbeumo than Man Utd riskA transfer from to Old Trafford from Brentford may seem full of glitz and glamour, but that would not be the reality for the Cameroon forward
Getty/GOALPlayer ratingsChelsea Delap dazzles on debut as Chelsea win CWC openerChelsea kicked off their Club World Cup campaign with a win over LAFC, but they had to be patient and needed their newest recruit off the bench.
GOALPower rankingsMajor League SoccerMLS Power Rankings: Philly put pressure on VancouverWho's hot, who's not? GOAL ranks all 30 teams across Major League Soccer
Getty/GOALUSACONCACAF Gold CupMcGlynn and world-class left foot have World Cup aspirationsEXCLUSIVE: Knocked for defensive liabilities, big-striking McGlynn knows there's a World Cup on the line - and minds to change
Getty/GOALAnalysisFIFA Club World CupHow Palmeiras, Porto brought spice, flavor of CWC to New YorkSoccer cultures clashed outside MetLife Stadium, but the mixture suggested that this tournament just might work
Getty/GOALAnalysisReal MadridNo team wants to win the Club World Cup more than MadridAfter their trophy-less campaign, Los Blancos have been busier than most in preparing for this summer's tournament in the United States
Winners & LosersUSA'How you shut people up: winning' - Luna, Tillman shineAfter losing four straight pre-Gold Cup games, USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino hailed players "willing to fight and die for you"
Player ratingsUSARousing response: Tillman's brace ignites USMNT Gold Cup routThe U.S. dominated the Soca Warriors to build some much-needed momentum to kick off this summer's tournament
Getty/GOALPlayer ratingsEngland U21Nwaneri & Elliott fail to impress in England U21s bore drawEngland lacked inspiration despite fielding stars like Nwaneri and Elliott, but Tino Livramento and James Beadle were among those who impressed.
Getty/GOALAnalysisManchester CityHungry Haaland the biggest winner of City's spending spreeThe arrivals of Rayan Cherki, Tijjani Reijnders and Rayan Ait-Nouri are just what the striker needs to fire Pep Guardiola's side to world domination