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Ahead of the playoff match, Italian fans flooded Northern Ireland’s social media accounts

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.

Freddy Adu knows all about the challenges of being a teenage wonderkid and is hoping that Cavan Sullivan will soon be shown the level of trust by the Philadelphia Union that his exciting potential deserves. The MLS history-making 16-year-old remains part of the first-team fold in Philly, but ex-USMNT star Adu has told GOAL why the youngster “should have started more games than he has”.

Former Argentina defender Pablo Zabaleta believes a romantic Barcelona return for Lionel Messi is not out of the question. The Inter Miami star's ex-teammate has opened up on the unique leadership qualities that make the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner a "rare" talent.

All you need to know about Brazil's squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup

The World Cup jerseys are now all officially on the market, and our GOAL writers debate who did the best job ahead of the summer

Premier League legend Alan Shearer has caused a stir by omitting Jude Bellingham and Cole Palmer from his predicted England starting line-up for the 2026 World Cup. The former Three Lions striker has instead opted for a selection based on current form and tactical balance.

Oliver Glasner has been informed that he may have talked himself out of contention for Manchester United’s managerial post, with the Crystal Palace boss receiving a “stepping stone” warning. The Austrian was considered to be a leading contender to take charge at Old Trafford following Ruben Amorim’s departure, but Clinton Morrison has told GOAL why a more scenic route to the top may have to be taken.

Manchester United academy star Kai Rooney has seen his impressive campaign come to a disappointing end after being ruled out for the remainder of the season. The 16-year-old, who is the son of United legend Wayne Rooney, confirmed the news via social media following a period of significant progress in the club's youth ranks.

Thomas Müller has humorously ruled out a return to the German national team ahead of the upcoming World Cup.

Como’s sporting director discusses the future of two key players at the club

Thoughts on the summer transfer window

Paris Saint-Germain have been handed a significant boost ahead of their Champions League quarter-final showdown with Liverpool. The LFP has officially granted the French champions’ request to postpone their crucial Ligue 1 clash against RC Lens to prioritise European success.

In the winter, Felipe Chavez joined 1. FC Köln on loan from FC Bayern. So far, he has only made brief appearances for the club. The 18-year-old has now turned down a call-up to Peru’s senior national team.

All you need to know about Argentina's squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Updates on Rafael Leão's condition

The Football Association has come under fire for their "desperate" decision to hand Thomas Tuchel a contract extension before he has even led England into a major tournament. Former Three Lions midfielder Danny Murphy has questioned the logic behind the move, suggesting the FA has left itself wide open to a PR disaster if the 2026 World Cup ends in failure.

Liverpool have sparked fury among their global fanbase by confirming a series of ticket price increases over the next three campaigns. The timing of the announcement drew heavy criticism as the Reds are likely to fail to retain their Premier League title and are still fighting to qualify for next season's Champions League.

Manchester United are prepared to entertain offers from Premier League rivals for Marcus Rashford if Barcelona fail to honour the permanent transfer agreement currently in place. The England international has spent the season on loan at Camp Nou, but uncertainty in Catalunya has opened the door for a dramatic return to English football with a different club.

Manchester United and Casemiro reached a mutual agreement to waive a specific performance-based extension clause in his contract. The decision clears the path for the Brazilian midfielder to leave Old Trafford as a free agent this summer without financial complications for the club.

Santiago Gimenez is considered to have a “special market”, so will AC Milan listen to offers for the misfiring Mexico international striker during the summer transfer window of 2026? The 24-year-old frontman has found the going tough in Italy, with just one goal being recorded this season, and Rossoneri legend Massimo Ambrosini has told GOAL what the future could hold.

Lionesses star Ella Toone is not expected to return from injury until after the April international break, dealing a significant blow to both England and Man Utd. It's a delay that means the playmaking midfielder will miss United's upcoming games with Manchester City and Bayern Munich, as well as the Lionesses' crucial clash with Spain in World Cup qualifying.

Following its appeal to the CAS, Senegal is organising celebrations to mark its victory in the Africa Cup of Nations

Jamie Carragher has admitted he has no interest in witnessing Mohamed Salah’s final match at Anfield, despite the Egyptian confirming his summer departure. The Liverpool legend believes the iconic forward should be aiming for a far more prestigious curtain-call, pointing towards the Reds potentially making the Champions League final.

Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe has reportedly reached breaking point with the club's medical department. L'Equipe claims the Frenchman has personally intervened by contacting president Florentino Perez to inform him that he doesn't want Madrid staff to treat him anymore.

Gasp’s long-time right-hand man, who has been a regular starter for Atalanta for many years, has said he is considering staying in Italy

Randal Kolo Muani is currently on loan at Tottenham Hotspur from PSG. It seems there is no long-term future for him at either club. Could this lead to a spectacular swap deal?

Aleksandr Hleb had a disappointing spell at FC Barcelona. As a former teammate has now revealed, the Belarusian football icon turned to alcohol to take his mind off things – even on the pitch.