Ryan Tolmich

MLS has determined Lionel Messi did not breach league policy following an internal review of an incident that sparked speculation after Inter Miami’s season opener against LAFC. A video circulating on social media appeared to show Messi entering the referees’ locker room area, but MLS and the Professional Referee Organization confirmed the space was not restricted and that Messi did not access the officials’ premises.

New Jersey's planned World Cup fan fest in Jersey City has been cancelled as the state will instead focus on supporting more local, community-based events for fans during this summer's tournament. The decision comes just months before the World Cup kicks off and after tickets had already been sold to the planned Fan Fest.

GOAL breaks down where the USMNT strikers sit after a big week for Balogun, Wright and Agyemang.

Folarin Balogun scored two goals inside 18 minutes in Monaco's Champions League knockout round playoff with Ligue 1 rivals Paris Saint-Germain. The goals were Balogun's fourth and fifth in the Champions League this season and among the most vital scored in the striker's career. Balogun is the first American with a brace in a UCL knockout game.

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in Europe, including more McKennie magic

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

EXCLUSIVE: Tillman speaks with GOAL about his growth, new pressure at Leverkusen, and his USMNT World Cup ambitions.

GOAL takes a look at which MLS teams did the best, and worst, with their kits this season

Many of the MLS kits for 2026 are bold, but how effective the designs are has divided opinion among the GOAL writers

U.S. Men's National Team full back Alex Freeman made his Villarreal debut on Monday in a 4-1 win over Espanyol, entering the match as a substitute for his first appearance in Europe. The now-former Orlando City star joined Villarreal during the January transfer window after a breakout 2025 with the national team.

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in Europe, including another goal from McKennie and Weah suffering a tough outing against PSG.

Catarina Macario's future at Chelsea is reportedly in doubt after the U.S. Women's National Team star rejected a new contract offer from the club. Macario has been linked with moves to the NWSL and to other clubs in Europe, with the latest news, a Chelsea exit seems closer than ever. The Blues are currently third on the WSL table.

GOAL breaks down which soccer stars have established ties to the two Super Bowl teams.

GOAL looks at the biggest storylines among Americans Abroad, including a series of big games in France, England and Italy

GOAL sat down with the midfielder to discuss the upcoming World Cup and what kept him motivated in the years between USMNT appearances

GOAL sat down with the goalkeeper to discuss 2025 challenges, 2026 hopes, and changing perceptions once again

Ahead of the transfer window closing, GOAL grades the USMNT-related deals completed during January.

The January transfer window offered admittedly few high profile moves, but there were certainly some significant deals that will have an impact this year and for those to come.