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As several iconic players are phased out, the USWNT's next generation will soon begin their takeover

With Lionel Messi gone and both Kylian Mbappe and Neymar facing potential exits, Luis Enrique takes over a side in the midst of a major rebuild

Futoshi Ikeda's side have already stunned Spain and knocked out Norway in New Zealand. How far can they go?

The Cameroon international was signed to transform the Red Devils' style of play, but he will need patience and support if he is to be a success

The new campaign is almost upon us, but who will be each team's key man in the English top flight?

The treble-winners will struggle to match the incredible heights they scaled last season and retaining their domestic crown will be very difficult

The teenager had a hand in three late goals as Xavi's side came from behind to win 4-2 after a dismal first-half display against Spurs

With the last 16 already behind us, GOAL runs the rule over the remaining eight teams who are competing to become champions of the world

A new era is coming, and some familiar faces probably won't be a part of it as attention slowly turns to the 2027 tournament

The Brazil star reportedly covets a return to Catalunya after asking to be sold by the French champions, but the Blaugrana should steer clear

The Spanish midfielder has made a huge impression in pre-season - and is now in line for a starring role in Xavi's first team

There are host of talented teens looking to follow in the footsteps of Alejandro Garnacho and Evan Ferguson from last season

The English top-flight will once again be the leading domestic competition in Europe next season - and it could also be the closest from top to bottom

The American superstar will remain an icon despite seeing a potential fairy-tale World Cup turn into a nightmare

Kelly netted the winning penalty in the shootout after James had seen red late on for stamping on a Nigerian opponent in Monday's last-16 clash

The Chelsea star was inexplicably sent off before the European champions came through the last 16 by the skin of their teeth

The England international made two fine saves to keep Mikel Arteta's side in it before keeping out Rodri's spot-kick in the shootout at Wembley

The coach of the defending champion side again came up short with his in-game tactics, and it would be stunning if he were to keep his job

GOAL takes a look at the history of American stars in Italy's top flight as a number of the current crop prepare to join Scudetto challengers

Vlatko Andonovski's decisions proved baffling again as the two-time reigning champion suffered its worst ever performance at the tournament

The European champions face the Super Falcons in the last 16 on Monday. Will Sarina Wiegman keep the same starting XI after a 6-1 thrashing of China?

While one icon has called for change, the star striker will now need to step up and lead a sputtering attacking unit

The Red Devils have signed 20-year-old Atalanta striker Rasmus Hojlund - but just how good is he?

Guardiola was previously renowned for using attacking full-backs, but City are likely to again line up with four natural centre-backs next season

The success of Premier League clubs' summer tours of America demonstrates just how popular a competitive game in the US could be.

The forward netted just her second goal for the Lionesses since September in Sarina Wiegman's new system. Are we now going to see the best of her?

As well as the England and USWNT stars, Japan are well-represented in the best XI of the tournament's opening fortnight...

It's likely the Blues wouldn't have signed him if Wesley Fofana wasn't injured, but the defender could prove to be an inspired addition

The Red Devils have made a splash this summer by signing Mason Mount, Andre Onana and Rasmus Hojlund - but is this their best ever window?