GettyC. RonaldoPortugalHas Cristiano Ronaldo ever missed a major tournament? The Manchester United striker has enjoyed a 19-year international career, but has he always been present at the biggest tournaments?
Getty ImagesC. RonaldoPortugal'People who criticise Ronaldo don't understand football'Fernando Santos' men must win two play-offs or else miss out on the World Cup for the first time in 24 years
World Cup Qualification CAFGhanaAddo blow for Ghana ahead of Nigeria clashThe midfielder will not be available for the Black Stars when they square up against the Super Eagles on Friday
GettyChelseaPremier LeagueSaudi Media not chosen by Chelsea for future ownershipThe Premier League club have fielded a huge amount of interest in taking over from Roman Abramovich, who has been sanctioned by the UK government
UFLEsportsGamingWhat football games are free-to-play?eFootball and UFL are amongst the free-to-play football console video games
GettyWorld CupEgyptEgypt vs Senegal: World Cup play-off live stream & TV channelThe Pharaohs and Lions of Teranga last met in the Africa Cup of Nations final, with a spot at a major showpiece in Qatar now up for grabs
Getty ImagesManchester UnitedPremier LeagueFerdinand would 'crack the whip' but isn't returning to Man UtdThe Red Devils legend felt the need to address speculation that he was ready to join the backroom staff at Old Trafford
GettyWorld CupNigeriaGhana vs Nigeria: World Cup play-off live stream & TV channelTwo heavyweight nations are set to lock horns in pursuit of a place at a major showpiece in Qatar, but only one can prevail
GettyUSAMexicoFive things to watch as USMNT seeks World Cup qualificationGOAL breaks down the biggest storylines as the U.S. heads into three matches which will determine whether they make it to Qatar
GettyTransfersAtletico MadridMan Utd-linked Kamara close to Atletico Madrid transferThe highly-rated 22-year-old is approaching the end of his contract at France, with a big career call set to be made this summer
GettyBarcelonaNXGNKaiky dreams of European move as Barca hold transfer optionThe highly-rated Brazilian defender is already attracting plenty of interest, but he will be careful not to rush his ongoing development
AAM. OzilFenerbahceOzil removed from Fenerbahce squad as unhappy spell continuesThe former Germany international playmaker has endured a tough time in Istanbul and now finds himself frozen out
GettyWorld Cup Qualification CAFGhanaEguavoen: Why I invited Bonke & Noble for Ghana clash The duo got a late call-up to the Super Eagles camp ahead of Black Stars cracker, and the Nigerian tactician has explained his decision
Getty ImagesRussiaEuropean Championship'Bonkers!' - Johnson ridicules Russia's Euro 2028 bid ideaThe Russian FA lodged a bid for hosting rights despite being under a raft of sanctions
(C)Getty ImagesWorld Cup Qualification CAFEgyptMane and Salah reveal their 'idols'The duo will hope to help their respective nations seal a place in the global competition when they face each other this week
Getty ImagesPremier LeagueTottenhamFormer Tottenham & England striker Defoe retires at 39The 39-year-old forward had most recently been taking in a second stint at Sunderland, but the time has come for him to hang up his boots
Getty ImagesPremier LeagueManchester UnitedErik ten Hag: All you need to know about Man Utd's new bossThe Dutch manager will be the new head coach of Manchester United and will take charge ahead of the 2022-23 campaign
EPA/RUNGROJ YONGRITWorld Cup Qualification CAFNigeriaCaf grants Ghana’s stadium request for Nigeria showdownThe African classic between the Black Stars and Augustine Eguavoen’s men will be played in full capacity stadium
GettyBarcelonaL. MessiMessi return & new Dembele deal - Alba airs Barca dreamsThe long-serving full-back would welcome a familiar face back to Camp Nou with open arms and hopes a current colleague will agree fresh terms
Getty/GOALChelseaPremier LeagueSaudi investor Zedan becomes eighth Chelsea bidderThe venture capitalist and horse racing mogul is understood to be leading a bid to buy the Blues from Roman Abramovich
GettyArsenalReal BetisBellerin: 'Racist' that Ukraine gets more attention than other conflictsThe Arsenal full-back feels it is unfair that less attention is given to similar crises elsewhere in the world
BarcelonaLaLiga‘Barca can dream big again’ - Aguero sees happiness under XaviThe Argentine striker was forced to retire shortly after making his own move to Camp Nou, but he is impressed by the progress made at the club
Alexandre Schneider/Getty ImagesWorld Cup Qualification CAFGhanaThe role of history in Ghana vs Nigeria - AkpeyiThe two West African heavyweights are set to battle for the chance to represent the continent in Qatar later in the year
BackpagepixWorld Cup Qualification CAFGhanaMusa: Benin experience will help Nigeria in GhanaAustin Eguavoen's side have stepped up preparations for the crucial game against their west African neighbours on Friday
Getty ImagesJuventusSerie AJuventus warned: Join Super League & you're banned from Serie A!Italian Football Federation president Gabriele Gravina has told the Serie A giants they will be excluded from the league should they revive the plot
GettyTransfersPremier LeagueTransfer news and rumours: March 24GOAL takes a look at the biggest transfer news and rumours from the Premier League, La Liga, Serie A and around the world
Getty ImagesFEATURESOpinionWhich are Africa’s greatest World Cup teams?These continental sides left an indelible mark in the world’s biggest tournament
GOALTransfersG. BaleHazard, Bale & the stars Real Madrid will offload this summer The Spanish giants must cut some players from the squad before they can build a winning team around top target Kylian Mbappe
Getty ImagesUSAC. PulisicPulisic has 'no regrets' as he hopes to qualify for first WCThe winger reflected on his ups and downs for club and country ahead of a big week of games