Opinion

In the modern game, the storied venue no longer provides the Mexico national team the advantage it did in previous World Cup qualification cycles.

Goal takes an analytical look at Week 3 of the MLS campaign, which saw the Portland Timbers star deliver another fine performance on the left flank.

The Ghanaian was a global phenomenon in the early 1990s but tragically failed to fulfil his potential. So what became of the man tipped for greatness?

The German has left United for Chicago Fire but his ordeal under Mourinho was no surprise given the reviews of Pep Guardiola and Louis van Gaal

Several of the region's teams find themselves in similar situations as qualification resumes Friday.

The list of players lost to injury has grown quickly for the USA ahead of the upcoming World Cup qualifiers, leaving Bruce Arena with a tough task.

Rayados saw off Atlas with ease, strengthening their case as one of the league's best while the capital club got a boost from two teenagers.

The home-grown striker has had his progress curtailed since the Swede arrived but should be given time to grow into a central figure for Jose Mourinho

The forwards all shone in an entertaining 4-2 win over Valencia, but the back line will be a concern for Luis Enrique with tougher tests ahead

An engrossing encounter at the Etihad ended 1-1 on Sunday as the Reds continued their unbeaten run against their Premier League rivals

The Catalan is more dedicated to his playing style than ever and with the full backing of the club's hierarchy he will ensure his players follow him

There has been a backlash against traditional British football qualities in recent years but Leicester's title winners execute that style perfectly

With United heading to Middlesbrough for a midday kick-off on Sunday, their manager has every right to question the motives of schedulers

Zinedine Zidane's side won their most difficult remaining match in the Primera Division to boost their hopes of a first league crown since 2011-12

The Potters tried to rile up the Blues but were ultimately beaten on their own patch by a team that looks nailed on to become champions

The Gunners dominated possession at the Hawthorns but only mustered two shots on target - a summary of the team they've become under Wenger

The Saxons were seen as title contenders as they sat atop the Bundesliga earlier this season, but they must arrest a sharp decline to stay second

The midfielder is only 19 but he has already been capped twice by Belgium and is destined to join one of Europe's top clubs

The Champions League draw pitches the Italian against one of his former clubs while breakout star Mbappe will be looking to feast on more goals

The Irishman's achievements lay dormant for decades, until a group decided to shine a light on them in 2014, sparking greater interest in his story

The 23-year-old had to wait for his chance to shine at Benfica, but his reputation has skyrocketed since and he has earned the approval of icons

All remaining eight teams are talking tough, so Goal has asked its correspondents to reveal which side their club fears most

The midfielder was off target early but found his rhythm and helped the MLS side to a win with a stunning free kick in the CCL semifinal first leg.

A recent injury to Fernando Torres put the issue back on the agenda and the former USA striker, whose career was ended by concussion, calls for change

With dream target Diego Simeone unobtainable, the Bianconeri have wisely identified Roma's coach as the best possible replacement for Allegri

The world-record signing is not the first big-money buy to find the jury deliberating on his opening campaign

No keeper has been more important to their team's chances in the Champions League than the Denmark No.1 has been for Leicester

The Foxes have found their best form just at the right time of the season, and who would dare write them off from going all the way in Europe?

Goal takes an analytical look at Week 2 of the MLS season, including Atlanta United's thrashing of Minnesota, Anibal Godoy's dominance and more.