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U.S., Mexico fall as Canada continue climb in FIFA rankings

The United States, Mexico and Canada - the three 2026 World Cup hosts - had mixed fortunes in the latest FIFA men’s world rankings, the first update since July. The USMNT slipped one spot to 16th following a loss to South Korea and a win over Japan. Mexico dropped to 14th, while Canada climbed to 26th after back-to-back victories.

Real Madrid CF v RCD Mallorca - LaLiga EA Sports

Mallorca co-owner Holder expects turnaround after slow start

Mallorca turned heads last season as the resourceful club finished 10th in La Liga after contending for European places. That momentum hasn't carried over early in the 2025-26 season as Los Bermellones sit in the relegation zone at 19th. Stu Holden, part of a high-profile North American ownership group, expects things will turn around.

Holden 'encouraged by the sense of urgency' by WC task force

Former USMNT midfielder Stu Holden says travel and security are the two major priorities ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The FOX Sports analyst joined former USMNT player Alexi Lalas in consulting with the White House task force for the event, saying, “we want this to be remembered as the best World Cup ever."

Reyna told what he must do to make USMNT World Cup roster

Gio Reyna has been told what he must do in order to make the USMNT World Cup squad, with the highly-rated playmaker determined to grace a major tournament on home soil in the summer of 2026. Questions are still being asked of his involvement after suffering “injury after injury after injury”, but Brad Friedel is among those backing the 22-year-old to come good.

‘Stakes remain high’ - Holden on Reyna's revival, World Cup

Mic'd Up: Holden discussed Reyna's move to Gladbach, Pochettino's evolving tactics and nation set to be 'consumed by the World Cup'

Real Madrid CF v Juventus FC: Round Of 16 - FIFA Club World Cup 2025

'He proves his worth' - Lalas praises McKennie's versatility

Regarding Weston McKennie's role within the national team setup as well as for Juventus, former USMNT defender Alexi Lalas said that the veteran midfielder presents uniques challenges from a coaching perspective which have consistently clouded his club future. He noted that those challenges come despite the fact McKennie rarely misses time.

PSV Eindhoven v R. Union Saint-Gilloise - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD1

'Quality strikers' - Lalas encouraged by both Pepi, Balogun

Former USMNT defender Alexi Lalas is optimistic about the national team's striker situation following Ricardo Pepi's return from injury for PSV. Though Folarin Balogun established himself with a strong showing earlier this month, Lalas said Pepi's return to fitness and form provides crucial competition for Mauricio Pochettino’s side.

Borussia Mönchengladbach v SV Werder Bremen - Bundesliga

Lalas praises Reyna's resurgence despite Gladbach's woes

Fox Sports analyst Alexi Lalas expressed optimism about Gio Reyna’s prospects with both Borussia Mönchengladbach and the U.S. men’s national team, suggesting the midfielder could still be in the World Cup conversation. Lalas highlighted Reyna’s strong debut despite Gladbach’s rough Bundesliga start.

Weah's revival at 'passionate' Marseille off to strong start

Weah has been inconsistent under Mauricio Pochettino, but the move to Marseille meant to create opportunities

'You feel like brothers' - Downs, Banks share USMNT ambitions

EXCLUSIVE: GOAL sat down with the German-American rising stars to discuss their differing paths, shared USMNT ambitions

Pochettino one of five on Man Utd's Amorim replacement shortlist

Manchester United have reportedly come up with a shortlist of five potential successors to replace under-pressure boss Ruben Amorim at Old Trafford. USMNT manager Mauricio Pochettino has emerged as a candidate for the job, along with Crystal Palace's Oliver Glasner, former England coach Gareth Southgate, Fulham's Marco Silva and Andoni Iraola of Bournemouth.

Real Madrid C.F. v Olympique de Marseille - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD1

'A dream' - Weah on being first American to score at the Bernabeu

U.S. international Tim Weah scored his first club goal for Olympique de Marseille, a moment he hailed as a “dream” considering it happened at Real Madrid's famed Estadio Santiago Bernabeu. However, the winger acknowledged he wished the Marseille could have found a result in the Champions League match Tuesday, which they ultimately lost 2-1.

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WATCH: USMNT's Weah scores stunning opener against Real Madrid

U.S. international Tim Weah has a knack for timing, delivering his first Marseille goal in dramatic fashion on Tuesday. Weah scored the opener against Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu in the club’s opening Champions League match of the season. The winger was assisted by Mason Greenwood, who found Weah running to his right in the 22nd minute.

Christian Pulisic, Santiago Gimenez, Jonathan David

Why Serie A is preferred home for Pulisic, top CONCACAF stars

Many of the best footballers in North America's confederation play for clubs in Italy's top flight - and that's no coincidence

'Crazy to think' - USMNT vet Nguyen once bigger than Messi

The former USMNT attacking midfielder enjoyed one of the more remarkable careers in American soccer history

‘Let the kid play!’ - Sullivan closest thing to ‘American Yamal’

Cavan Sullivan is considered to be the closest thing to an “American Lamine Yamal”, but ex-USMNT star Brad Friedel wants to see the teenage wonderkid left alone to focus on his football. The highly-rated youngster, who already has a move to Manchester City lined up, has made history in MLS and would appear to occupy a similar talent bracket to a fellow sensation at Barcelona.

Atletico de Madrid v Villarreal CF - LaLiga EA Sports

Alvarez left OUT of Atletico's squad to face Liverpool

Julian Alvarez has been left out of Atletico Madrid's squad to face Liverpool in their Champions League opener, with USMNT midfielder Johnny Cardoso also missing due to an injury. Alvarez has been a mainstay in Diego Simeone's side since completing his move to the Spanish club from Manchester City in 2024, and has two goal contributions to his name from four appearances so far this season.

FC Augsburg v TSG 1899 Hoffenheim - Bundesliga

American manager Matarazzo reportedly a candidate for Gladbach

Winless in their opening three games, Borussia Monchengladbach fired manager Gerardo Seoane, the club announced Monday. The squad, which features two USMNT players - Gio Reyna and Joe Scally - is reportedly interested in another American, Pellegrino Matarazzo, as the replacement. Matarazzo was Hoffenheim's manager until the start of the 2024-25 season.

Gio Reyna at crossroads - again - after Gladbach sack Seoane

The attacking midfielder seemed primed for a fresh start at a new club, but the coach who brought him in is now gone

Pulisic advised to keep 'eye open' over possible Milan exit

Christian Pulisic has been advised to keep his “eye open” when it comes to a possible transfer away from AC Milan. The USMNT star has been posting personal bests during his time in Italy, but the Rossoneri have struggled for consistency as a collective and that has led to speculation suggesting that Pulisic could be lured away from San Siro by the right offer.

Christian Pulisic, Haji Wright, Weston McKennie

Americans Abroad: Wright makes case to Pochettino, Reyna debuts

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in Europe, including Weston McKennie shining for Juventus

Gio Reyna Borussia Monchengladbach 2025-26

Reyna makes Borussia Monchengladbach debut in loss

Gio Reyna endured a difficult start to his Borussia Monchengladbach career Sunday afternoon, playing 75 minutes but ending up on the wrong end of a 4-0 loss to Werder Bremen. The USMNT midfielder played in a familiar No. 10 role for Gladbach, but was unable to affect the result as his side were outplayed at home. Still, Reyna showed some promise.

Christian Pulisic Luka Modric AC Milan 2025-26

Football & PR: USMNT star Pulisic will learn from Modric

Christian Pulisic has been urged to take as many lessons as possible from legendary AC Milan team-mate Luka Modric. USMNT star Pulisic is now working alongside a Ballon d’Or winner at San Siro. That is considered to be a good thing for his ongoing development, both as a football player and one of the most marketable performers in the global game.

Aaronson embraces expectations as Colorado's marquee player

EXCLUSIVE: GOAL sat down with the midfielder to discuss his record move, challenges of Europe and his USMNT ambitions

Patrick Agyemang, West Bromwich Albion vs Derby County

Eustace praises USMNT's Agyemang after impressive Derby debut

U.S. international Patrick Agyemang made his long-awaited Derby County debut and immediately made his mark, assisting the game-winner after coming on in the 69th minute against West Bromwich Albion. Manager John Eustace praised the forward’s impact and reflected on the challenges Agyemang has faced since joining the club.

Americans Abroad: Reyna awaits anticipated Gladbach debut

GOAL looks at the biggest storylines among Americans Abroad, with Reyna and Yunus Musah looking to debut with new clubs

Frequently asked questions

Der FC Bayern München wurde am 27. Februar 1900 im Schwabinger Café Gisela gegründet. Gründungsmitglieder waren elf junge Männer, angeführt vom späteren ersten Präsidenten Franz John. Die Gründung bedeutete die Abspaltung vom MTV München.

An der FC Bayern München AG, die sich insbesondere um die Fußballabteilung kümmert, hält der eigetragene Verein (eV) des FC Bayern München, also die rund 400.000 Mitglieder, mit 75 Prozent den Hauptanteil. Die restlichen 25 Prozent halten die Adidas AG, die Allianz SE und die Audi AG zu gleichen Anteilen (je 8,33 Prozent).

Das Stadion des FC Bayern München befindet sich im Norden der bayerischen Landeshauptstadt (Schwabing-Freimann) und trägt den Namen Allianz Arena.

Das Stadion des FC Bayern München, die Allianz Arena, bietet bei nationalen Spielen 75.024 Plätze, bei internationalen Ansetzungen 70.000.

Der FC Bayern München hat in seiner langen Historie eine Vielzahl von nationalen und internationalen Titeln gewonnen. Darunter zählen:

33-mal deutscher Meister (22/23, 21/22, 20/21, 19/20, 18/19, 17/18, 16/17, 15/16, 14/15, 13/14, 12/13, 09/10, 07/08, 05/06, 04/05, 02/03, 00/01, 99/00, 98/99, 96/97, 93/94, 89/90, 88/89, 86/87, 85/86, 84/85, 80/81, 79/80, 73/74, 72/73, 71/72, 68/69, 31/32)
20-mal DFB-Pokal Sieger (19/20, 18/19, 15/16, 13/14, 12/13 , 09/10, 07/08, 05/06, 04/05, 02/03, 99/00, 97/98, 85/86, 83/84, 81/82, 70/71, 68/69, 66/67, 65/66, 56/57)
3-mal Champions League Sieger (19/20, 12/13, 00/01)
3-mal Europapokal der Landesmeister Sieger (75/76, 74/75, 73/74)
2-mal FIFA Klub-WM Sieger (20/21, 13/14)
2-mal Weltpokal Sieger (2001 , 1976)
2-mal UEFA Supercup Sieger (20/21, 13/14)
1-mal UEFA Cup Sieger (95/96)
1-mal Europapokal der Pokalsieger Sieger (66/67)
10-mal deutscher Superpokalsieger (22/23, 21/22, 20/21, 18/19, 17/18, 16/17, 12/13, 10/11, 90/91, 87/88)
6-mal deutscher Ligapokalsieger (07/08, 04/05, 00/01, 99/00, 98/99, 97/98)
1-mal süddeutscher Pokalsieger (56/57)

Der FC Bayern München hat 33-mal die deutsche Meisterschaft gewonnen.

Aktuell hält Thomas Müller den Rekord für die meisten Einsätze für den FC Bayern München. Müller absolvierte bislang 746 Pflichtspiele für den FCB.

Die meisten Tore für den FC Bayern München hat Gerd Müller geschossen. Die mittlerweile verstorbene Vereinslegende traf 570-mal im Dress des deutschen Rekordmeisters. Dafür brauchte er 613 Spiele.

Für den FC Bayern München spielten eine Vielzahl an legendären Fußballern. Folgende Spieler trugen allesamt das Trikot des FCB:

Oliver Kahn, Sepp Maier, Manuel Neuer, Franz Beckenbauer, Paul Breitner, Klaus Augenthaler, Philipp Lahm, David Alaba, Bixente Lizarazu, Lúcio, Georg "Katsche" Schwarzenbeck, Stefan Effenberg, Michael Ballack, Bastian Schweinsteiger, Lothar Matthäus, Franz "Bulle" Roth, Joshua Kimmich, Xabi Alonso, Franck Ribéry, Arjen Robben, Jamal Musiala, Mehmet Scholl, Uli Hoeneß, Gerd Müller, Karl-Heinz Rummenigge, Giovane Élber, Robert Lewandowski, Thomas Müller und Claudio Pizarro.

Beim FC Bayern München standen in der Geschichte viele berühmte und erfolgreiche Trainer an der Seitenlinie. Dazu gehören:

Zlatko "Tschik" Cajkovski, Udo Lattek, Dettmar Cramer, Jupp Heynckes, Erich Ribbeck, Franz Beckenbauer, Giovanni Trapattoni, Otto Rehhagel, Ottmar Hitzfeld, Felix Magath, Jürgen Klinsmann, Louis van Gaal, Pep Guardiola, Carlo Ancelotti, Hansi Flick und Thomas Tuchel.

Der Spitzname des FC Bayern München nimmt Bezug auf die Vereinsfarben. So werden die Spieler des deutschen Rekordmeisters meist nur "die Roten" genannt.

Darüber hinaus ist auch der Begriff "FC Hollywood" gebräuchlich, welchen der ehemalige Trainer Giovanni Trapattoni prägte. Der Spitzname bezieht sich auf eine turbulente Zeit des Vereins während der 90er-Jahre, als es zwischen einigen hochrangigen Spielern und Funktionären des Klubs zu Auseinandersetzungen kam - ähnlich wie in einer täglichen Seifenoper.

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