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GOAL US looks at who thrived, and who fell short in the group stage of the 2025 Club World Cup

Thomas Muller has spoken about his future plans ahead of his exit from Bayern Munich, addressing rumours linking him with a move to Inter Miami.

The transfer saga around Viktor Gyokeres has taken another twist, as Sporting CP make a key concession with the striker's future uncertain.

West Ham have made a decision on Michail Antonio's future after the forward's devastating car accident last year. Antonio's current contract at West Ham expires at the end of this month and the player is likely to leave the club as a free agent after 10 years. The 35-year-old is still recovering from his injuries, though he made an appearance for Jamaica in the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup.

On the eve of Euro 2025, USWNT manager Emma Hayes has written about the growth of the women's game, and shared her excitement for the tournament.

Historically, when Hayes plays an opponent twice, she switches up the starting XI - expect more of the same against Ireland

England women’s manager Sarina Wiegman has expressed her gratitude towards the Football Association for reaffirming their faith in her leadership ahead of the 2025 UEFA Women’s European Championship. As the Lionesses prepare to head to Switzerland next month to defend the title they clinched in 2022, Wiegman has received assurances that her position is secure beyond the tournament, regardless of its outcome.

Ex-Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has warned Florian Wirtz that his £116m price tag will put a target on his back.

Barcelona's conditions to sign Marcus Rashford have been revealed, with the Manchester United outcast facing a wait if he is to sign for the club.

With declining interest, and the madness of the soccer calendar snatching away talent, competitive play may not be enough

England have received a major lift ahead of their Euro 2025 campaign as Chelsea forward Lauren James has been cleared to play in the upcoming friendly against Jamaica. This will mark her first appearance since April following a hamstring issue that sidelined her for three months. She is expected to feature as a substitute at the King Power Stadium, as manager Sarina Wiegman carefully manages her return to full fitness.

Arsenal are mulling over an approach for Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers, as they look to strengthen the left side of their attack ahead of next season.

Darts sensation Luke Littler has slammed a Manchester United star with 'no future' at Old Trafford and talked up a deal for Bryan Mbeumo.

Lionel Messi 'didn't have one good moment' during his Paris Saint-Germain spell due to Neymar's rivalry with Kylian Mbappe. A figure said to be close to the legendary Argentine has offered a rare insight into his uncomfortable two-year stint in the French capital, revealing he felt alienated and undermined amid internal tensions at the club.

Vinicius Junior has provided an update on talks with Real Madrid over a new contract as he makes his Saudi Arabia preference clear.

Raphinha has sung the praises of Barcelona transfer target Nico Williams, despite the pair potentially battling for a starting spot in the future.

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has firmly shut down any speculation surrounding the possible departure of teenage defender Josh Acheampong. Despite mounting interest from clubs across both England and Europe, the Stamford Bridge hierarchy has made it clear that the 19-year-old is staying put, at least for now.

Sir Geoff Hurst and David Beckham are leading the campaign to award 1966 World Cup-winning captain Bobby Moore a knighthood.

Liverpool are closing in on a deal for Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi, continuing a summer spending spree for the Premier League champions.

Jose Mourinho's Fenerbahce are in talks to sign a former Premier League star who plays alongside Cristiano Ronaldo in Saudi Arabia.

Phil Parkinson labelled the Championship as a "relentless league" and issued a stern warning to Wrexham players about the potential challenges of the English second tier. The Red Dragons happen to be the only team in the division who have no prior Premier League experience. Having last competed at this level in 1982, the Welsh side now faces the daunting task of navigating one of the toughest leagues in English football.

Cole Palmer has been labelled as the "little superstar" by a Chelsea teammate who has backed the England international to shine under the increasing pressure of expectation. At just 23 years of age, Palmer has taken on the responsibility of being a central figure in Chelsea’s campaign, and his composure in the spotlight has been a defining trait in his development.

Barcelona winger Raphinha has claimed Lamine Yamal asked him whether Neymar would reply to his message before the pair met up this month.

Liverpool chairman Tom Werner admits he was "disappointed" to lose Trent Alexander-Arnold and believes Real Madrid have struck a bargain.

Arsenal have received a potential breakthrough in their long-standing interest in Benjamin Sesko, with reports suggesting that RB Leipzig may be willing to negotiate a lower fee than initially demanded. The Premier League club has been actively searching for a top-tier striker this summer, and Sesko has consistently remained their preferred option.

In a fresh act of protest, the mural featuring Nico Williams in Bilbao has once again been desecrated, just hours after it had been lovingly restored. The backlash from certain Athletic Club fans has escalated as the Spain international edges closer to a transfer to rivals Barcelona, a move that has sparked visible anger among the Basque community.

Wayne Rooney jetted off to Ibiza on holiday with his wife Coleen and his former Manchester United team-mates, but looked short of holiday spirit.

Aitana Bonmati, the reigning Women's Ballon d'Or winner, has been hospitalised with less than a week until Euro 2025 begins.

Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso lost a key figure ahead of Juventus clash, with David Alaba ruled out for the remainder of the Club World Cup. The 33-year-old Austrian international had been sidelined since April after sustaining a meniscus injury in his left knee, which required surgery. Though he was making progress in his rehabilitation, his latest calf problem has forced Madrid to rule him out.