GettyL. MessiBarcelonaMessi was a tyrant in training - KoemanThe 34-year-old demanded the best from everyone around him and hated losing during training sessions, the coach has said
GettyLaLigaReal MadridMadrid set for goal glut vs MallorcaThe first round of midweek fixtures of the Liga season is likely to see Los Blancos get among the goals once more against newly-promoted opponents
Getty ImagesChelseaCarabao CupWhat now for Loftus-Cheek, Barkley and Chelsea's lost boys?The Blues have several players on their books who have failed to secure moves in the transfer window but have now been welcomed back into the squad
Getty/GoalNXGNBarnsleyHow did Batshuayi's wonderkid brother end up at Barnsley?The Belgian starlet was named among the 50 best teenage players in the world in 2016, but injuries and a loss of form have since caught up with him
GettyCarabao CupWest HamMan Utd fancied in a game of goals vs West HamWith Antonio back in action for the Hammers, Al Hain-Cole is backing Solskjaer's men to come out on top in a high-scoring Carabao Cup clash
ArsenalCarabao CupPatino primed for pro debut after wowing Arsenal starsThe 17-year-old midfielder could make his senior bow against AFC Wimbledon in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday evening at the Emirates Stadium
Getty/GoalManchester CityCarabao CupCity's super six: How did Pep's teen debutants cope?Romeo Lavia, Luke Mbete and James McAtee were just some of the Premier League champions' academy stars who played their part in beating Wycombe
Getty ImagesUSAR. LavelleHometown hero Lavelle savors starring USWNT roleThe U.S. star produced a goal and three assists in the first half of an 8-0 victory on Tuesday
Getty ImagesCD Olimpia60-year-old Suriname VP starts CONCACAF League matchThe former rebel soldier played 54 minutes for the club he owns
GettyC. RonaldoManchester UnitedRonaldo leapfrogs Messi as Forbes' highest-earning footballerThe legendary duo remain the best-paid players in football, with PSG stars taking up three of the top four spots
Getty ImagesTransfersPremier LeagueTransfer LIVE: Lacazette headed towards Arsenal exitGoal takes a look at the biggest transfer news and rumours from the Premier League, La Liga, Serie A and around the world
AASuper LigBesiktasBalotelli scores and taunts coach with 'brain' celebrationThe Adana Demirspor striker scored against an old nemesis and made sure to remind him of his past comments
GettyC. RonaldoManchester UnitedRonaldo's mom reveals Sporting dreamDolores Aveiro has promised she would make someone in the family join her favourite Portuguese side
Getty ImagesAC MilanM. MaignanMaignan responds to racial abuse from Juventus fansThe French goalkeeper has refused to paint himself as a victim and has instead implored authorities to take action
Getty ImagesChelseaK. ArrizabalagaTuchel: Kepa ready to take his chanceThe Spain international became the world's most expensive goalkeeper in 2018 but has since lost his starting position to Edouard Mendy
Getty ImagesLiverpoolK. GordonGordon shows his potential as Liverpool kids shineThe 16-year-old became the fifth-youngest player in Reds history as he put in a composed performance playing off the left-hand side at Carrow Road
Kirby Lee/USA Today SportsLiga MXMajor League SoccerMLS and Liga MX announce new Leagues CupThe two domestic competitions will pause play to face off in a summer tournament
Getty ImagesManchester CityPremier LeagueRivaldo predicts bright future for Man City wonderkid KaykyThe young winger recently joined up with his new team-mates after moving from Fluminense
GettyManchester CityJ. Wilson-EsbrandFive Man City teens handed debuts vs WycombeRomeo Lavia, CJ Egan-Riley, Luke Mbete, Finley Burns, and Josh Wilson-Esbrand were named in the starting XI alongside some big names
GettyLiverpoolNXGNLiverpool wonderkid Gordon makes senior debutThe 16-year-old has become the fifth-youngest player to ever turn out for the Reds
EA SportsFIFA 22EsportsFIFA 22 ratings: Fastest players and 5* skillers revealedThe PSG star finds himself among the quickest footballers and among those with the highest trickery level in the new video game
FIFA 22EsportsFIFA 22 ratings: Haaland, Sancho and best U21 players EA Sports has revealed the top-rated players eligible for U21 competition in its latest version of the game
Getty ImagesManchester UnitedJ. SanchoShould Sancho's slow start concern Man Utd fans?The England star has failed to set the world alight since the Red Devils paid £73m to sign him this summer, raising questions over his suitability
Goal/GettyUSAC. PressPress joins Biles & Osaka in prioritizing mental healthThe forward recently announced that she would be taking time away from the game after 10 years as a professional
Getty ImagesWorld Cup Qualification UEFAHungaryHungary FA given stadium ban after racist abuse of England playersFIFA have imposed sanctions on the nation for failing to control their supporters during a bad tempered clash with the Three Lions
Getty ImagesR. LewandowskiBayern MunichLewandowski: I don't have to prove myself in another leagueThe Polish frontman was strongly linked with a move away from Allianz Arena in the summer, but he remains fully committed to the German champions
GettyTransfersManchester CityDelap told he can stop Man City going for Kane or HaalandA former Blues star says there is no guarantee that Pep Guardiola will look to spend big another goalscorer in upcoming windows
GettyChelseaPremier LeagueMendy faces 'race against pain & time' to make City clashThomas Tuchel has confirmed that the Senegal international, who is nursing a knock, will not face Aston Villa in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday