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'Worst idea EVER!' Klopp blasts FIFA over Club World Cup

Jurgen Klopp has blasted FIFA for its failure to protect player's health in the newly revamped Club World Cup format.

CWC Stock Up, Stock Down: Delap capitalizes on Jackson's red

GOAL US looks at who thrived, and who fell short in the group stage of the 2025 Club World Cup

Muller and Messi together at Miami?! Bayern star speaks on future

Thomas Muller has spoken about his future plans ahead of his exit from Bayern Munich, addressing rumours linking him with a move to Inter Miami.

Revealed: Messi 'didn't have one good moment' during PSG spell

Lionel Messi 'didn't have one good moment' during his Paris Saint-Germain spell due to Neymar's rivalry with Kylian Mbappe. A figure said to be close to the legendary Argentine has offered a rare insight into his uncomfortable two-year stint in the French capital, revealing he felt alienated and undermined amid internal tensions at the club.

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Vinicius Junior offers update on Real Madrid contract talks

Vinicius Junior has provided an update on talks with Real Madrid over a new contract as he makes his Saudi Arabia preference clear.

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'Little superstar' - Palmer hailed by Chelsea team-mate

Cole Palmer has been labelled as the "little superstar" by a Chelsea teammate who has backed the England international to shine under the increasing pressure of expectation. At just 23 years of age, Palmer has taken on the responsibility of being a central figure in Chelsea’s campaign, and his composure in the spotlight has been a defining trait in his development.

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Benfica vs Chelsea: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the FIFA Club World Cup match between Benfica and Chelsea, as well as kick-off time and team news.

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Alonso loses key figure ahead of Juventus clash

Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso lost a key figure ahead of Juventus clash, with David Alaba ruled out for the remainder of the Club World Cup. The 33-year-old Austrian international had been sidelined since April after sustaining a meniscus injury in his left knee, which required surgery. Though he was making progress in his rehabilitation, his latest calf problem has forced Madrid to rule him out.

Messi and PSG's marriage was doomed from the start

The greatest player of all time was never happy at the Parc des Princes - and the fans were never happy with him

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No Man City stars in GOAL's Team of the Club World Cup group stage

Pep Guardiola's side may be the new favourites to take home the trophy but they don't have any representatives in our all-star selection

Delap already proving Chelsea should cut their losses on Jackson

The summer signing from Ipswich has seized his opportunity in the U.S. with his rival striker suspended for another brainless red card

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Palmeiras vs Botafogo RJ: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the FIFA Club World Cup match between Palmeiras and Botafogo RJ, as well as kick-off time and team news.

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Grading Liga MX sides at CWC: Monterrey shine, Tuzos struggle

GOAL takes a look at how each Liga MX club fared in the Group Stage of the competition, grading their performance and offering a brief analysis.

CWC Rondo: Who's on upset watch, who's a semifinal surprise?

GOAL US writers debate the state of the Club World Cup heading into the knockout rounds, and which team is poised for a run

Al Hilal v CF Pachuca: Group H - FIFA Club World Cup 2025

'Bitter pill to swallow' - Lozano on Pachuca's CWC exit

The Mexican side closed out Club World Cup campaign with a 2-0 loss to Al Hilal, ending last in Group H

Real Madrid slam FIFA over flight chaos

Real Madrid are upset with FIFA over a poorly organised return flight following their Club World Cup win, leaving players exhausted and frustrated.

CWC XI: The oldies are golden - and it's time for knockouts

GOAL US presents CWC XI: Key observations from the conclusion of the group stage, and a look ahead to the knockouts

Vini Jr wants to spend 'entire career' at Madrid amid contract talks

Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior is embracing his new role under Xabi Alonso and has made his long-term intentions clear with the Spanish giants.

Messi, Brazil's surprise packages and CWC's biggest winners & losers

With the opening phase of the new-look tournament now complete, it's time to reflect on who's surpassed expectations and who's fallen woefully short

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Alonso hails Vini Jr defensive work and desperate for Mbappe return

Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso is desperate to have Kylian Mbappe back in the squad as he prepares to get the best out of him and Vinicius Junior.

Tudor hails 'much stronger' Man City after humbling Juventus loss

Juventus coach Igor Tudor admits that Manchester City were simply far too strong for his team after losing 5-2 to Pep Guardiola's side.

Huijsen told he must 'get used to' Rudiger's antics

Dean Huijsen has been warned by Real Madrid team-mate Antonio Rudiger that he needs to 'get used' to his new centre-back partner's antics.

Alonso compares 'typical No.9' Garcia to Real Madrid legend

Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso praised young striker Gonzalo Garcia after his Club World Cup display, calling him a “typical No. 9” with Raul-like traits.

Ronaldo's only CWC appearance! Salzburg's video of petulant CR7

Red Bull Salzburg brutally mocked Cristiano Ronaldo after going down to Real Madrid in the Club World Cup by posting a video of from his Juventus days on social media. The forward was given the marching orders during a Champions League group stage encounter against Valencia in 2018 after he fouled defender Jeison Murillo. The Portuguese was furious and frustrated with the decision as he kept insisting his innocence.

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Frequently asked questions

: Manchester United and Liverpool both have 20 top-flight league titles to their name, and are the most successful sides in English history for league wins. With Liverpool securing their second Premier League in the 2024-25 season, they've won two in the Premier League era and 18 prior to its creation. By contrast, Manchester United have won 13 Premier League titles and seven before the league's inception, last winning a Premier League title at the end of the 2012-13 campaign.
: The Premier League in its current format has 20 teams. The first-ever season of the Premier League era in 1992-93 featured 22 teams, which was then reduced to 20 teams ahead of the 1995-96 season.
: Garath Barry leads the way with 653 appearances for four different clubs: Aston Villa, Manchester City, Everton and West Bromwich Albion. James Milner is second with 637, winning PL titles with both Manchester City and Liverpool. He is still playing with Brighton, so could surpass Barry if he carries on. Third is Manchester United winger Ryan Giggs, with 632 appearances.
: Jimmy Greaves, widely regarded as the most prolific English goalscorer ever, but Alan Shearer is the Premier League's top scorer of all time, with 260 goals across a famed career for both Blackburn Rovers and Newcastle United.
: Manchester United icon Ryan Giggs holds the record for the most assists in Premier League history. Giggs spent his entire career at Old Trafford, making 672 appearances and registering 162 assists between 1991 and 2014.
: Arsenal wonderkid Ethan Nwaneri is the youngest player to ever play in the Premier League. Nwaneri was just 15 days and 181 days old when he made his debut for the Gunners against Brentford in the 2022-23 season.
: Stars such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Thierry Henry, David Beckham, Alan Shearer, Wayne Rooney, Eric Cantona, Steven Gerrard, Dennis Bergkamp, Didier Drogba and Mohamed Salah (still playing) have all featured in the Premier League era.
: Jose Mourinho, Sir Alex Ferguson, Carlo Ancelotti, Pep Guardiola, Thomas Tuchel, Jurgen Klopp, and Arsene Wenger are among the most famous managers to have taken charge of a Premier League club.
: Manchester United's Old Trafford is the biggest stadium in the league with a capacity of 74,310.

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