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The striker may be a divisive figure but the best player in the world in 2022 deserved to grace the game's grandest stage one final time.

The U.S. coach will face some tough calls at the World Cup that will determine the difference between success and failure.

Three Lions boss Gareth Southgate has some big decisions to make ahead of Monday's opening group-stage game with Iran.

Ahead of the start of Qatar 2022, GOAL picks out some of the most memorable goals, celebrations and fouls in the tournament's history

The U.S. has lofty goals in Qatar that could very well come down to how they do in their opener against Wales

There will be some top teenage talents on show in Qatar - but who should you be most excited about watching in action?

The Gunners announced on Friday that the club legend had been rewarded with a new job, but what will it mean for the club?

The Blues are reportedly back in for the wantaway Manchester United forward but his arrival would undermine the manager's plans.

The World Cup has been plagued by controversy, but the host nation's coach and players just want to prove that they can compete at this level

The forward lit up Russia 2018 as a teenager, but his character has been questioned repeatedly in the run-up to Qatar 2022

Cameroon's epic encounter with Serbia is arguably the best game we've seen so far at Qatar 2022 - but does it make our all-time list?

The goalkeeper remains revered for his historic 15-save performance against Belgium - but also because he's still such a big presence in US soccer.

GOAL takes a look at which American stars have the most to gain in Qatar when it comes to potentially moving clubs

Who took their chance to stake a claim for a starting spot as the European champions rounded off an amazing year with games against Japan and Norway?

The Bayern Munich ace is one of the most accessible players in the game today and says he'll never be afraid to express himself or speak his mind.

The striker is still beloved in the United States but a once-potential superstar ultimately stalled because of injuries and poor form.

The Chelsea and England defender shares some stories from his time travelling the world during his career so far...

Andres Guardado may not get the credit he feels he deserves at home but the 36-year-old is determined to make history at Qatar 2022.

The Gunners are top of the Premier League after 14 games, so who have been their main men - and where do they still need to improve?

GOAL runs through the most high-profile players to be overlooked by their respective national teams for the biggest tournament in football...

A new star was born at Craven Cottage on Sunday, and the focus among the United fanbase should be on him instead of a bitter has-been

In an exclusive interview with GOAL, the 21-year-old opens up on facing his fears and frustrations with the aid of a close-knit support group.

Michael Bradley was one of the United States men's national team's most recognizable faces - and then his international career faded unceremoniously.

The Reds have endured a difficult start to the campaign, but brighter days lie ahead...

The USMNT forward is viewed very differently in England, but he has an opportunity to convince the world of his talent in Qatar

Man Utd youngster Alejandro Garnacho came off the bench to score a stoppage-time winner in a 2-1 victory over Fulham at Craven Cottage.

The Gunners took advantage of Man City's defeat earlier in the day to open up a big lead at the top of the Premier League ahead of the World Cup

The Blues suffered a third straight Premier League defeat to leave themselves with a mountain to climb to seal a top-four finish after the World Cup

The Reds' South American forwards combined to score all three goals as the Reds signed off for the World Cup break with a win over Southampton