Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has slammed the opening match of the 2026 World Cup as "tactically poor" despite co-hosts Mexico securing a 2-0 win over South Africa. The Red Bull Global Head of Soccer highlighted glaring defensive frailties and a bizarre flurry of red cards that marred the showpiece event at the Azteca Stadium.
Jurgen Klopp, head of global soccer at Red Bull, has reportedly set his sights on Rangers manager Danny Rohl to lead a new era at Red Bull Salzburg. The former Liverpool boss has been impressed by the job Rohl has done at Ibrox, and a formal approach from Salzburg could be on the horizon.
Jurgen Klopp’s representative has ruled out a return to the dugout for the German tactician following sensational links to Real Madrid. The emphatic rebuttal comes after presidential candidate Enrique Riquelme publicly promised to appoint the former Liverpool boss as his first-choice manager if he triumphs in Sunday's election.
Al-Ittihad have identified Jurgen Klopp as their preferred candidate to become the club's next manager. However, the former Liverpool boss' representative has firmly ruled out any move to Saudi Arabia this year as Klopp remains focused on his role with Red Bull.
Former Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy has urged the Reds to "break the bank" for Paris Saint-Germain boss Luis Enrique as pressure continues to mount on Arne Slot. Following a disappointing Premier League campaign that saw Liverpool meekly surrender their title, questions are being asked about the future of the Dutch manager at Anfield.
Jurgen Klopp, Vivianne Miedema, and Juan Mata are leading the charge for the beautiful game's first-ever global day of charity. Here is everything you need to know.
Pep Guardiola will reportedly leave at the end of the season, and according to those same reports, he will be replaced by Enzo Marseca. GOAL writers debate where Guardiola's legacy lies in English football.
Chelsea have officially confirmed the appointment of Xabi Alonso as their new manager on a four-year deal, signalling a major shift in the club's hierarchical structure. The former Real Madrid boss reportedly arrives at Stamford Bridge with a massive mandate from the board: restore the Blues to the pinnacle of English football within a specific timeframe.
Mohamed Salah has appeared to question Arne Slot’s tactical direction at Liverpool, calling for the club to rediscover the "heavy metal" identity that defined the Jurgen Klopp era. The Egyptian forward’s comments come in the wake of a damaging 12th Premier League defeat of the season away at Aston Villa.
Jurgen Klopp has never been one to hide his true feelings, and the former Liverpool boss has sparked social media frenzy by delivering a cold-blooded snub to Manchester United. While the German tactician remains out of the dugout for now, he hasn't lost his competitive edge or his loyalty to the Anfield faithful.
Former Chelsea player and manager Ruud Gullit has explained to GOAL why the Blues are no longer appealing for top bosses and would be snubbed by the likes of Pep Guardiola, Jose Mourinho and Jurgen Klopp. The Premier League heavyweights were once in the market for the best players and coaches available, but the lack of stability in west London has seen their mass appeal wane.
Jurgen Klopp is not a candidate to replace Alvaro Arbeloa at Real Madrid, despite persistent rumors linking him to Santiago Bernabeu. The former Liverpool manager remains committed to his role as Global Head of Soccer for Red Bull while eyeing the German national team job as his next coaching step. Real Madrid are currently exploring other profiles as they look to move on from a difficult campaign.
With the future of the Argentine still uncertain after the World Cup, GOAL assesses some potential successors for the manager should he decide to walk away from the job.
Jurgen Klopp has thrown his support behind Germany's Florian Wirtz to become one of the defining figures of the upcoming World Cup in North America. The former Liverpool boss believes his compatriot has already proven his mettle during a challenging debut campaign at Anfield and possesses all the attributes to dominate on the global stage.
Deniz Undav currently plays a supporting role under Julian Nagelsmann, yet Jurgen Klopp is highly impressed by the VfB Stuttgart striker. The former manager of Liverpool and Borussia Dortmund revealed in an interview with Bild that he is a fan of the striker.
