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Cruz Azul win showed LAFC, not Miami, are the best team in CONCACAF

LAFC are built for the competition, and have the best chance to win it of any MLS team in recent memory

Talking Tactics: Son Heung-Min's shift to elite creator

The Korean is struggling to score goals, but new manager Marc Dos Santos' more expansive system has unlocked his star man's creative abilities

The magnificent Son Heung-min falls just short of breaking Messi’s incredible record

Son matches Messi while dealing with ‘delusional’ expectations

Son Heung-min has proven he remains one of the world's most elite creators after a historic performance for LAFC that saw him match a record previously set by Lionel Messi. The South Korean international dismantled Orlando City in a 6-0 rout, cementing his status as the premier playmaker in Major League Soccer.

'Cavan Sullivan does not fit' - Twellman on Carnell, Union's woes

The Apple TV analyst caught up with GOAL to talk about why Lionel Messi's Inter Miami have been inconsistent, and speculated how a potential Robert Lewandowski arrival could change MLS.

Rodriguez finally makes debut and is Noonan's time up in Cincy?

Week 4 of MLS didn't disappoint as several high-profile signings made their debuts and is Pat Noonan's seat getting hotter at FC Cincinnati?

Son, Bouanga power LAFC past Messi's Miami in stunning rout

Lionel Messi's Inter Miami came into the 2026 season with a ton of new shiny toys, but it was a familiar LAFC who dominated in their season opener - crushing the Herons in a 3-0 rout in front of an MLS-record opening day crowd of 75,673 at LA Memorial Coliseum. Denis Bouanga sparked an impressive performance for the Black and Gold, with an impressive goal and assist in the second half.

Inside MLS 3.0: GMs, CSOs on what comes next - and what must change

GOAL spoke to GMs and chief soccer officers across MLS about the league’s 3.0 vision: the calendar change is progress, but executives say the next steps must come faster.

Real Salt Lake v Los Angeles Football Club

📽️ | Son bags one goal & THREE assists for LAFC in stunning first-half

Son Heung-min produced a stunning display for LAFC in a 6-1 thrashing of Real Espana in the Concacaf Champions Cup. The former Tottenham star scored and bagged three assists inside the first 45 minutes of the clash at the General Francisco Morazán Stadium in Honduras. Denis Bouanga also caught the eye with a hat-trick in an emphatic win for the MLS side.

Messi, Son, Muller vs. USMNT: What if MLS emulated NBA All-Star?

GOAL breaks down what teams could look like if MLS followed the NBA's lead with its All-Star game.

MLS watchability tiers: Who’s the best team to watch this year?

MLS returns with a packed schedule and familiar chaos. From stars like Messi, Rodriguez, and Son Heung-Min to the teams you can avoid, here’s who’s actually worth your weekend watch.

Messi, Son and the 25 best players in MLS heading into 2026

GOAL ranks the top 25 players in MLS. And while No. 1 should be of little surprise, there is plenty of talent littered all over the league.

Pulisic historic, Rodman stays, USMNT stumbles: 2026 predictions

From Christian Pulisic’s individual success to the USMNT exiting the World Cup earlier than hoped, GOAL outlines its predictions for American soccer in 2026.

Son Heung-Min, Cavan Sullivan and MLS storylines for 2026

A full season of Son Heung-Min, a potential breakout for Cavan Sullivan, and five key storylines shaping MLS as the league turns toward 2026.

Salah told to follow take Son's path

Mohamed Salah has been urged to follow Son Heung-min's example and head to Major League Soccer in January, with Chris Waddle insisting the Liverpool legend should consider a new life in America as age and tactical demands catch up with him. With tensions under Arne Slot still raw, the Egyptian winger is again being pushed toward an Anfield exit as speculation intensifies.

Tottenham Hotspur v SK Slavia Praha - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD6

'Don't forget me' - Son's emotional speech on Spurs return

Son Heung-min said Tottenham will "always be my home" on an emotional return to his former club. The South Korean ended a 10-year stay with Spurs this summer as he completed a move to Los Angeles FC. But on Tuesday night, he got the chance to return to his old stomping ground and deliver a speech to the fans before the north London team's Champions League win over Slavia Prague.

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