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‘Difficult to say no to Utd’ - Tielemans transfer surprised Albert

Youri Tielemans joining Manchester United “surprised” Philippe Albert, but the former Belgium international has admitted to GOAL that it is “difficult to say no” when the Red Devils come calling. Another Premier League-proven addition to the Old Trafford engine room was made in the summer of 2026, with a boyhood dream being fulfilled in the process.

Belgium warned they will be in ‘big trouble’ when Lukaku retires

Belgium have been warned that they will be in “big trouble” when the day comes for Romelu Lukaku to retire, with Philippe Albert telling GOAL that the record-setting frontman is “one of the best strikers ever”. That big billing is supported by an impressive goal tally and enviable collection of major trophies, with the current Fenerbahce star boasting a weighty counter argument to any critics.

My life as a professional footballer in Belgium

In the latest instalment of GOAL’s ‘Brits Abroad’ series, a man that started out in the iconic cages of England’s capital before passing through Austria talks bus journey confusion, personal growth and what to do in Belgium

Way-too-early Euro 2028 Power Rankings

The tournament might not kick-off for the best part of two years, but the extended international break offered some early clues as to how the challengers are shaping up

'Quality player' - Zidane hails surprise Chelsea star after France beat Belgium

France manager Zinedine Zidane has heaped praise on Chelsea midfielder Romeo Lavia following his standout performance during Belgium's Nations League encounter with Les Bleus. Despite France emerging as 4-1 victors in Paris, the Real Madrid icon was quick to acknowledge the technical excellence of the young Blues star.

Yamal, Olise & biggest stars of the extra-long international break

There have been plenty of exciting games and stellar individual displays over the last three weeks - but who has stood out the most?

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Pyramids FC	7	7	0	0	17	3	14	21	W W W W W
2	Al Ahly SC	7	5	2	0	14	6	8	17	D W W D W
3	Zamalek SC	7	5	1	1	9	3	6	16	W L W W W
4	Ceramica Cleopatra	7	5	0	2	13	7	6	15	W L W W W
5	Modern Sport FC	7	4	1	2	12	9	3	13	L W W W L

‘Difficult to say no to Utd’ - Tielemans transfer surprised Albert

Belgium warned they will be in ‘big trouble’ when Lukaku retires

My life as a professional footballer in Belgium

Way-too-early Euro 2028 Power Rankings

'Quality player' - Zidane hails surprise Chelsea star after France beat Belgium

Yamal, Olise & biggest stars of the extra-long international break

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