Getty ImagesWorld CupRussiaRussia's anti-discrimination effortsThe hosts of next year's World Cup have received plenty of criticism due to perceived racism and xenophobia around football but things are changing
Getty ImagesPremier LeagueManchester CityHow Dembele fits in Pep's plansThe Borussia Dortmund winger is a target for Manchester City this summer, but the Blues want to strengthen the defence before making a decision
GettyAC MilanTransfersDonnarumma a PR disaster for RaiolaThe outspoken agent has always caused controversy but his handling of the AC Milan goalkeeper's contract negotiations has been shockingly amateurish
Pedro PardoUSACONCACAF Gold CupTakeaways from U.S. Gold Cup rosterFrom Matt Miazga to Kenny Saief an Eric Lichaj, the final 23-man squad has several players who could propel themselves onto the 2018 World Cup radar
MexicoRussiaLozano seizes Mexico opportunityThe winger earned his first start of the Confederations Cup and delivered a standout performance as El Tri advanced to the semifinals with a 2-1 win
Getty ImagesMexicoPremier LeagueRussia out but Golovin impressesA year out from the World Cup and the hosts have a lot of work to do if they are going to be competitive on home soil
ArsenalBayern MunichAlexis smashes Chile recordAt the Confederations Cup in the group-stage game between Germany and Chile, the Arsenal forward broke his nation's long-standing goalscoring record
GettyTransfersBorussia DortmundAubameyang is perfect for the PLThe Gabon international was the Bundesliga's top scorer last season, and has attracted the attention of Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester City
Major League SoccerNew England RevolutionRevs' 'Mr. Dependable' earns U.S. chance The versatile Revs star has excelled in multiple positions this season, earning plaudits from his coach and teammates and a potential U.S. call-up
Julian FinneyTottenhamPremier LeagueUnited target Dier worth more than £50mThe England international has been heavily linked with a move to Old Trafford but the versatile midfielder is indispensable to Spurs
Getty ImagesJuventusTransfersMeet Patrik Schick, the Czech ZlatanThe Sampdoria striker has moved to Turin but he has already shown that he has the talent and temperament to put pressure on Gonzalo Higuain
MexicoNew ZealandAquino the difference-maker for El TriThe winger set the stage for both goals as El Tri came from behind for a 2-1 win over the Kiwis at the Confederations Cup
Real MadridBarcelonaRonaldo happy as Portugal winThe four-time Ballon d'Or winner has been at the centre of a transfer storm but demonstrated his composure and class in the Confederations Cup
Christopher HanewinckelMexicoNew ZealandMexico benefits from previous NZ gameEl Tri's October meeting with the All Whites seemed to be just another friendly but instead ended up aiding preparation for Wednesday's group game
Getty ImagesPortugalReal MadridMadrid must ensure no CRexitRonaldo has been "sad" before and a new contract cheered him up. Now Real Madrid have got to ensure he stays in light of his recent tax issues
GettyReal MadridTransfersRaiola risks ruining DonnarummaDue to a bizarre dispute over alleged bullying and death threats, the agent may put his teenage client in the most demanding arena in football
Getty ImagesMexicoPortugalJDS the boss of El Tri midfieldGoal has thoughts on the midfielder, Juan Carlos Osorio's curious substitutions and Guillermo Ochoa's stunning saves
Isaiah J. DowningMajor League SoccerColorado RapidsThe MLS Wrap: Rapids rollingPablo Mastroeni's recent tirade against analytics drew some criticism, but his Rapids have responded with an impressive run of results
Getty ImagesUSACONCACAF Gold CupProjecting the U.S. Gold Cup squadFresh faces, dual-nationals and surging veterans should make up the bulk of Bruce Arena's roster for next month's CONCACAF competition
GettyChilePortugalVARs could be World Cup 2018 disasterInitial efforts to embed video assistant referees in the Confederations Cup suggest Gianni Infantino's plan will backfire spectacularly in Russia
Manchester UnitedReal MadridRonaldo failure could make Utd look sillyThe Red Devils have wasted long stretches of summers past on fruitless transfer sagas and this is another deal they should be wary of pursuing
Getty ImagesTransfersBorussia Moenchengladbach'The new Hamsik' wanted by ArsenalThe 19-year-old's agent didn't want to send his client to north London and the Slovakian is now making a real name for himself at Monchengladbach
Getty ImagesMexicoPortugalJona dos Santos stars for MexicoThe midfielder delivered a strong all-around performance as El Tri opened the Confederations Cup with a 2-2 draw against Portugal
GettyJuventusTransfersShould Juve sell Bonucci for €55m? The Bianconeri were delighted the centre-half turned down Barcelona and Manchester City last year but they are now open to selling him to Chelsea
Getty ImagesRussiaNew ZealandRussia put a smile on Putin's faceThe president had asked for more from his national team in the build-up to the Confederations Cup and Russia performed well in their opener
PROSHOTSAjaxEredivisieAjax turn to Keizer after Bosz exitThe Dutch side flourished last season in spite of issues between the coach and his assistants, leading to the club promoting their reserves coach
GettyBayern MunichBundesligaWhat happened to Renato Sanches?After starring at Euro 2016, the Portuguese teenager sealed a mega move to Bayern Munich but has failed to live up to his potential in limited starts
GettyTransfersLaLigaRonaldo should thank Real Madrid The Portuguese forward is unhappy in Spain after accusations of tax evasion, but there is nowhere else he would be better off than at the Bernabeu
Getty ImagesTransfersEvertonKlaassen ready for PL challenge The 24-year-old leaves Ajax after captaining them to a Europa League final and is ready for the step up after joining Ronald Koeman's side
Getty ImagesTransfersEvertonArsenal may regret snubbing PickfordThe 23-year-old has joined the Toffees on a five-year deal and it is a good signing for a club looking to improve on their seventh-place finish