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Michael Olise: From academy struggles to world-class winger

The Frenchman came through adversity in the early stages of his career, and is now one of the most complete attackers in the game

GOAL's World-Class Club: Football's most elite women's players

Every summer, GOAL publishes its exclusive list of the 25 players who have proven themselves truly elite by consistently producing top performances

FC Barcelona v Real Madrid CF - LaLiga EA Sports

Bayern are coming! €80m January bid planned for Barcelona star

Bayern Munich are ready to test Barcelona's resolve with a massive financial package to bring Dani Olmo back to the Bundesliga. The German giants have identified the versatile playmaker as a primary target as they look to bolster their squad during the winter window.

Bayern & Bavaria: Oktoberfest is at the heart of deep connection

The Bundesliga rekordmeister are celebrating their Bavarian identity as the club throws itself into the traditional festivities once again

Ballon d'Or Feminin: Putellas on top despite Pajor UWCL heroics

Aitana Bonmati has won each of the last three Ballons d'Or Feminin - but the accolade will go to someone else in 2026. Will it be two-time winner and fellow Barcelona star Alexia Putellas who reasserts herself as the best player in the women's game? Or could there be a new name on the honour roll when the Golden Ball is handed out in Paris in October?

Paris Saint-Germain v Arsenal FC - UEFA Champions League Final 2026

Ballon d’Or: PSG, Arsenal lead Club of the Year nominees

The race for the 2026 Ballon d’Or honors has officially heated up with the unveiling of the nominees for the prestigious Club of the Year awards. Back-to-back European champions Paris Saint-Germain are looking to defend their men's crown against a resurgent Arsenal and a dominant Bayern Munich side, while a treble-winning Barcelona enter the women's category on a fierce mission to reclaim their throne.