With 20 goals across the four games, and late drama at the end of both ties, it's fair to say the 2025-26 Women's Champions League semi-finals delivered. Out of them emerged Lyon, the eight-time winners, and Barcelona, the three-time champions, to set up a truly mouth-watering final in Oslo on May 23, in which there will be so many fascinating storylines.
Tottenham may yet steer a course to Premier League safety, but transfer talk will rage on into the summer regardless - with Chris Waddle addressing Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven future questions during an exclusive interview with GOAL. He has suggested that certain individuals are looking for a way out, while Spurs have been told that they need to “change” their recruitment policy as a collective.
Conor Gallagher heaped praise on Roberto De Zerbi after Tottenham hauled themselves out of the relegation zone with a 2-1 win at Aston Villa. The English midfielder claimed that "every player trusts" De Zerbi already, with the Italian coach having overseen two wins, one draw and one defeat in his first four games since replacing Igor Tudor.
Real Madrid loanee Endrick continued his impressive form by scoring in Lyon’s 4-2 win over Rennes. The Brazilian teenager admitted after the game that he would be open to extending his stay at the Ligue 1 club, having made the transition from Spain to France seamlessly.
For Manchester United, the first half of their game against Liverpool felt like a Sunday afternoon stroll in the park. They were cruising after scoring twice inside 14 minutes and their biggest rivals had barely laid a glove on them. The second half, though, was more akin to a mass brawl in a pub after one pint too many. But it all ended with local boy Kobbie Mainoo having the final say.
Thomas Tuchel has been urged to rethink his World Cup plans when it comes to Harry Maguire, with former England full-back Michael Gray explaining to GOAL why the Manchester United centre-half is worth his “weight in gold” to the Three Lions cause. German tactician Tuchel has some big selection calls to make ahead of a global gathering in North America this summer.
Pep Guardiola has hinted he will remain at Manchester City next season, suggesting he still has the energy to continue building on his legacy. It has been reported that the club are planning for life without the Catalan coach in case he moves on this summer, but his latest comments indicate he plans to see out the final year of his contract.
Lindsey Heaps and Lily Yohannes starred in Lyon's win over Arsenal, and Emily Fox, while Sam Coffey, Alyssa Thompson, Phallon Tullis-Joyce, and more USWNT regulars made their mark across a busy weekend in Europe.
Neymar was allegedly involved in a heated physical altercation with Robinho Jr during Santos training. There was "pushing and shoving" between the pair, and it has been reported that Neymar tripped the youngster in the Sunday session. Although the situation escalated, reports suggest the two players have since resolved their differences ahead of upcoming matches.
Inter have officially been crowned Serie A champions for the 2025-26 season following a clinical 2-0 victory over Parma at a packed San Siro, with Marcus Thuram and ex-Manchester United star Henrikh Mkhitaryan grabbing the goals. The Nerazzurri secured their 21st Scudetto with three matches still left to play, sparking jubilant scenes in Milan as they pulled out of reach of chasing rivals Napoli and AC Milan.
Frenkie de Jong has praised Marcus Rashford’s profound tactical impact at Barcelona since his loan move from Manchester United. The Dutch midfielder believes the England international provides crucial speed that transforms their attack, though it has not yet been confirmed whether he will join Barca on a permanent deal this summer.
Vinicius Jr bagged a brace, Jude Bellingham provided a lovely assist, and Real Madrid strolled to a convincing 2-0 win over Espanyol on Sunday evening. Madrid got things done without Kylian Mbappe, and Alvaro Arbeloa will be pleased with the performance - but with the knowledge that their win only delays Barcelona's inevitable march to the league title.
Cristiano Ronaldo and Al-Nassr suffered a devastating blow to their silverware ambitions on Sunday night as they fell to a surprise 3-1 defeat against Al-Qadsiah. The result brings an end to their dominant run and hands the initiative back to their fiercest rivals in the race for the Saudi Pro League crown.
It's official: Tottenham are out of the Premier League relegation zone. Spurs capitalised on a sluggish Aston Villa performance and West Ham's defeat to Brentford a day prior to escape the bottom three on Sunday night, unexpectedly running out comfortable 2-1 winners over Unai Emery's out-of-sorts side at Villa Park.
Arne Slot has fiercely criticised the officiating standards following Liverpool's painful 3-2 defeat to Manchester United, claiming a "complete pattern" of VAR decisions have gone against his side this season. The frustrated manager highlighted a controversial Benjamin Sesko goal that involved a suspected handball, lamenting his team's recurring defensive errors and bad luck.
Manchester United interim manager Michael Carrick has admitted to being "very affected" by the news that Sir Alex Ferguson was taken to hospital shortly before the Red Devils' dramatic victory over Liverpool. The legendary former United boss fell ill at Old Trafford ahead of kick-off, requiring medical attention as a precaution.
Michael Carrick has remained coy regarding his Manchester United future following a dramatic 3-2 victory over Liverpool on Sunday. The interim boss has overseen a remarkable resurgence since taking charge, officially securing the club's return to the Champions League, yet he insists that a permanent appointment is ultimately out of his own control.
Manchester United legend Roy Keane has admitted he is still waiting to be fully won over by Kobbie Mainoo, despite the youngster's heroics against Liverpool on Sunday. The former Red Devils captain believes there is still a significant "problem" the midfielder needs to address before he can be considered a top-level talent.
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has singled out Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes for his decisive role in inflicting a painful 3-2 defeat on the reigning champions at Old Trafford on Sunday. Despite staging a spirited comeback to level the match, defensive lapses ultimately allowed their rivals to snatch a late victory and secure a Champions League qualification spot.
Manchester United are facing a nervous wait over the fitness of Benjamin Sesko after the striker was forced off at half-time during Sunday's dramatic victory over Liverpool. Despite finding the net in the first half, the Slovenian international was unable to continue after a collision left interim boss Michael Carrick with a significant selection headache.
Manchester United forward Matheus Cunha has likened interim manager Michael Carrick’s impact to the "magic" of Sir Alex Ferguson after a vital 3-2 Premier League victory over Liverpool on Sunday. The win, featuring goals from Cunha, Benjamin Sesko, and Kobbie Mainoo, secured Champions League football for the Red Devils.
Lionel Messi made a splash in the Formula 1 paddock this weekend as the Inter Miami superstar and his wife, Antonela Roccuzzo, attended the Miami Grand Prix. The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner took a break from his MLS duties to rub shoulders with the world's fastest drivers in a star-studded afternoon at the Hard Rock Stadium circuit, meeting George Russell, Kimi Antonelli and Franco Colapinto.
Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo has praised manager Michael Carrick's profound influence following a dramatic 3-2 victory over Liverpool. The crucial win at Old Trafford officially secured United's return to the Champions League for next season. Mainoo, who scored the decisive late goal, highlighted the team's strong desire to fight for their inspirational boss.
Barcelona will face Lyon in the Women's Champions League final after beating Bayern Munich 4-2 on Sunday, for a 5-3 win on aggregate in the semi-finals. The German champions gave the three-time winners a tough match last week but the Catalans asserted their authority at Camp Nou, as goals from Salma Paralluelo, Ewa Pajor and an Alexia Putellas brace set up a fourth UWCL final between Barca and Lyon.
Ray Parlour believes Arsenal must sell Gabriel Jesus this summer as the forward seeks regular football. The legendary midfielder has also urged Mikel Arteta to raid Atletico Madrid for Julian Alvarez to build an elite attacking line.