ArsenalPremier LeagueMertesacker: I was happy not to play for ArsenalThe World Cup-winning defender headed into retirement at the end of the 2017-18 campaign having barely figured during Arsene Wenger's farewell
GettyEnglandUEFA Nations League A'Youthful England can emulate Germany'The World Cup winner has backed Gareth Southgate's side to build on their World Cup semi-final exit - just as his own national team did
Getty ImagesTransfersChelseaAreola wanted to join Chelsea in the summerThe Blues' goalkeeping coach believes that the 25-year-old should be ahead of Hugo Lloris in the national team pecking order
GettyLiverpoolPremier League'Klopp's human side never came up short'The former goalkeeper remembers the coach's time in charge of Borussia Dortmund as the highlight of his career as the club was turned "upside down"
Goal/Rupert FryerBrazilUSABrazil ready to start from scratch – FredThe Manchester United midfielder says Friday’s Brasil Global Tour clash with USA is just the beginning of a new era for the Selecao.
Getty ImagesScotlandBelgiumRobertson reveals Scotland ambitionThe newly-appointed captain says he wants to take his country to a major tournament while wearing the armband
GettyManchester UnitedPremier LeaguePogba & Mourinho will stay at Man Utd - BerbatovThe former Red Devils striker believes any issues at Old Trafford will be ironed out, allowing two big personalities to continue working together
Alexander Hassenstein/Getty ImagesArgentinaGuatemalaArgentina rest No.10 in Messi's absenceThe Albiceleste will not be handing an iconic shirt to any member of their squad during upcoming friendlies against Guatemala and Colombia
Getty ImagesManchester UnitedPremier League'It's not me who's talking' - Pobga on transfer rumoursThe 25-year-old says that there will "always be talk" about his future but is insistent that he remains focused on football
GettyNXGNSerie APatrick Cutrone, AC Milan's NxGn hitmanThe 20-year-old managed to make a name for himself during the Rossoneri's struggles last season and even earned a call-up to the Italy national team
Getty ImagesEnglandUEFA Nations League A'No way England can rest captain Kane'The former Man Utd defender believes the striker is fatigued, but that Gareth Southgate can't afford to rest him in any upcoming competitive fixtures
GettyLiverpoolPremier LeagueFabinho happy at Liverpool despite snubsThe Brazilian was considered to be quite a coup for the Reds, but he is yet to make a competitive appearance after being overlooked by Jurgen Klopp
Getty ImagesFriendliesUSAUSMNT vs Brazil: TV, stream & previewThe US team will get their rebuild underway with a huge clash against Brazil, featuring an all-star lineup of the Neymar, Coutinho and Willian
BrazilUSALeader Neymar has matured - TiteThe Selecao coach has backed the PSG forward to lead by example after announcing his no.10 will become the permanent Brazil captain
Getty/GoalGermanyUEFA Nations League ARudiger responds after scraping studs down Pavard's neckThe Germany international centre-back has issued an apology after an incident in his country's 0-0 draw with World Cup winners France
GoalReal MadridJuventusAre Madrid more complete without Ronaldo?There was doom and gloom in the Spanish capital following CR7's move to Juventus but the European champions have made a great start to the season
ChelseaPremier LeagueSarri found out about Napoli exit on TVThe Italian coach was still weighing up his options at the Serie A outfit when he discovered that Carlo Ancelotti had been appointed in his place
GettyArsenalPremier League'Arsenal need to build around Lacazette'The former Gunners defender has been impressed with the impact made by the French striker this season and sees him as a key figure under Unai Emery
GettyLeedsChampionshipLeeds' Bielsa & Roofe win Championship awardsThe highly-respected Argentine coach and the attacker have been rewarded for their fine start to the season with individual accolades
EA SportsEsportsFIFA 19FIFA 19's new Kick Off mode: What's changed, house rules & full detailsThis year's game includes a whole host of new quick-play games as well as new ways to keep track of your stats even when you're not at home
Getty ImagesGermanyPremier LeagueOzil disappointed me on a human level – LowThe 29-year-old's failure to give the coach a call to warn him about his retirement has left a sour taste in the mouth
Getty ImagesLiverpoolPremier League'Salah & Firmino injuries wouldn't hurt Liverpool'The Reds will be hoping to avoid seeing star men laid low this season, but a former striker believes they boast the strength in depth to cover knocks
AdidasPremier LeagueLaLigaRevealed: Every 2018-19 kit for major European clubsWith the domestic season set to begin again, Goal takes a look at the new strips each major European club will be sporting during the 2018-19 campaign
Getty ImagesUEFA Nations League ASpainPickford vows not to do an Alisson with EnglandThe Toffees star has seen domestic foes Liverpool pay the price for a ball-playing approach of late and says he will not be replicating those mistakes
Getty ImagesUEFA Nations League ABelgiumScotland vs Belgium: TV, stream & previewThe side that finished third at Russia 2018 are at Hampden as they start to build towards Euro 2020
GettyLiverpoolTottenhamThe world record 'throw-in specialist' powering Liverpool's title bidJurgen Klopp employed the Dane after reading about him in a German newspaper - and his results elsewhere have been impressive
Getty ImagesReal MadridJuventusReal will be fine without Ronaldo - MartinezThe Portuguese left the Spanish capital in the summer but Julen Lopetegui's side can cope without him, according to the Spain international
GettySpainUEFA Nations League AMartinez: Iniesta No.6 weighs a lot!The Athletic Bilbao defender has taken over the former Barcelona legend's number for La Roja, and admits the jersey is significant
Getty/GoalArsenalReal MadridOzil picks Arsenal & Madrid five-a-side teamsThe Gunners playmaker has represented both teams and has pieced together some star-studded selections when it comes to the best of the best