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Biggest stars who failed to qualify for World Cup 2026

We are now just over two months out from the 2026 World Cup finals in the United States, Canada and Mexico, with all 48 teams now locked in following the culmination of the various play-offs during the March international break. All of the pre-tournament favourites made it safely through qualifying, including Spain, Brazil, England, France and defending champions Argentina.

No Yamal, no problem! Oyarzabal puts Spain on brink of World Cup

European champions Spain have all-but qualified for next summer's World Cup after crushing Georgia 4-0 on Saturday evening. Two goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and strikes from Martin Zubimendi and Ferran Torres saw Luis de la Fuente's side maintain their 100 per cent record in Group E, on an evening when second-placed Turkey also defeated Bulgaria 2-0.

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Olmo denies dressing room tension over Yamal injury controversy

Dani Olmo has dismissed claims of significant tension within the Spain national team dressing room, despite the ongoing public dispute between Barcelona and the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) regarding Lamine Yamal's latest injury withdrawal. The Barcelona midfielder insisted that "both sides want what's best for the player" and that the situation does not affect the squad.

Pedri delivers midfield masterclass as Spain cruise past Georgia

Spain maintained their 100% 2026 World Cup qualifying record as they eased to a 2-0 win over Georgia on Saturday night. Goals from Yeremy Pino and Mikel Oyarzabal either side of half time was enough to La Roja to make it three wins from three as they maintain their unstoppable march towards the World Cup. Spain dominated from the outset and many had expected the Euro 2024 winners to put up a big score.

PSG set for new club vs country row over Kvaratskhelia injury

Paris Saint-Germain will attempt to prevent the injured Khvicha Kvaratskhelia from joining the Georgia national team after he was called up for their World Cup qualifiers. The French champions, already frustrated after Ousmane Dembele's recent injury on international duty, will attempt to prevent their star winger from travelling.

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Barca aim to block Yamal's Spain call-up as injury saga continues

Barcelona are reportedly planning to block Lamine Yamal from being called up by Spain for their upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Georgia and Bulgaria as the fallout from the forward’s recent groin injury continues. The Blaugrana were incensed after discovering the 18-year-old aggravated a groin issue by taking painkillers to play in his country’s international double header earlier this month.

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Kvara reveals CR7 motivation for historic Georgia result

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has revealed his match-winning exploits for Georgia against Portugal at Euro 2024 were sparked by Cristiano Ronaldo.

Giorgi Mamardashvili of Georgia celebrates after making a save

Alisson's potential replacement set for Liverpool medical

Liverpool are moving ahead with a deal to lock in the goalkeeper who could replace Alisson by scheduling a medical for Giorgi Mamardashvili.

From Yamal to CR7: GOAL's Euro 2024 winners & losers

A superstar was born in Germany but several big names failed to shine, while certain managers were punished for their negativity

Euro 2024: Fixtures, knockouts & all you need to know

The best international teams from across Europe are competing in Germany this summer and GOAL has all you need to know.

14 Euros stars set for big-money summer transfers

The tournament has provided a stage for a host of players to showcase their talents, and many could be on the move after catching the eye

Yamal joins Ronaldo in Euros record books after magical Spain assist

Spain's Lamine Yamal has been setting the Euros alight, and the 16-year-old has now matched a Cristiano Ronaldo record from 2004.

No curfew for Yamal! Spain boss says he won't sub teen sensation

Luis de la Fuente has confirmed that Lamine Yamal will not be substituted before 11pm in Spain's clash against Georgia.

West Ham make bid to sign Euro 2024 sensation Mikautadze

West Ham have shown interest in signing Ajax flop and Georgia sensation Georges Mikautadze this summer.

Who is Georgia's unlikely Golden Boot contender Mikautadze?

Described as Metz's answer to Kylian Mbappe, the striker is out in front as top scorer in Germany after an exceptional group stage

Kvaratskhelia is "better than Spain" ahead of Georgia tie

Georgia star Giorgi Mamardashvili says team-mate Khvicha Kvaratskhelia is "better than all of Spain" ahead of their last-16 Euro 2024 tie.

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Khvicha Kvaratskhelia celebrates Georgia

Kvaratskhelia has positive contract talks with Napoli

Napoli have made the 'first steps' in getting winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia to sign a new contract while the Georgian international is at Euros 2024.

Georgia's richest man donates massive sum amid Euro 2024 heroics

Georgia's richest man, Bidzina Ivanishvili, donated a massive sum to the national team as a reward for their incredible performances at Euro 2024.

GOAL's Euro 2024 Team of the Group Stage

There are plenty were plenty of star performers over the past two weeks in Germany - but who makes our combined XI?

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Where to watch Euro 2024 matches live in UK

Find out where you can watch every Euro 2024 game live in the United Kingdom.

Kvaratskhelia reveals what Ronaldo told him before Georgia win

Napoli star Khvicha Kvaratskhelia led Georgia to a famous 2-0 win over Portugal and managed to get his hands on Cristiano Ronaldo's shirt afterwards.

Ronaldo finally fires a blank! Portugal hero's goal record ended

Cristiano Ronaldo failed to score in the group stage of a major international tournament for the first time in his career at Euro 2024.

📽️ | Ronaldo sees yellow as he fumes over penalty denial

Cristiano Ronaldo was left outraged after he was denied a penalty and then booked during Portugal's Euro 2024 clash against Georgia on Wednesday.

📽️ | Kvaratskhelia scores inside two minutes against Portugal

Cristiano Ronaldo & Co were stunned by Khvicha Kvaratskhelia as the Georgian bagged an incredible opening goal inside two minutes against Portugal.

Ronaldo's partner Georgina met by adoring fans with hilarious sign

Georgina Rodriguez basked in the adoration of Portugal fans as she attended the team's Euro 2024 showdown against Georgia on Wednesday.

No rest for Ronaldo! Portugal captain to start against Georgia

Portugal boss Roberto Martinez confirmed that Cristiano Ronaldo will feature in the starting lineup against Georgia in their final Euros group game.

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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