Academica Overview

Odsonne Edouard has opened up on his decision to turn down a guaranteed place at the upcoming World Cup finals. The former Paris Saint-Germain and Celtic forward was offered the chance to represent Haiti on the global stage but opted to decline the invitation for selfless reasons.

Hearts have issued a strong statement questioning the Scottish football authorities over the chaotic conclusion to their title decider against Celtic. The Edinburgh club have expressed deep concern after a massive pitch invasion by home supporters effectively halted the match early, overshadowing Celtic's dramatic 3-1 victory that secured the Premiership crown.

Former Celtic striker Kyogo Furuhashi poses quite the conundrum for Tom Brady and Birmingham, with ex-Blues star Clinton Morrison speculating with GOAL on what the summer transfer window could have in store. The Japan international, who previously starred in British football during a productive stint at Parkhead, has become a £10 million ($13m) flop in the West Midlands.

Auston Trusty helped Celtic seal the title, while Christian Pulisic delivered a much-needed assist