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   Player ratingsArsenal

   Wasteful Odegaard costs Arsenal in damaging Villa defeat

   Mikel Arteta's side became the latest visiting team to fall at Villa Park as their attacking players came up short after conceding early

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   Columbus win MLS Cup! Crew defeat reigning-champs LAFC

   The Columbus Crew defeated LAFC 2-1 Saturday afternoon, claiming 2023 MLS Cup at Lower.Com field.

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   Player ratingsManchester United

   What an embarrassment! Man Utd hit another new low

   The abject Red Devils were torn apart by Andoni Iraola's intense & brave side and fell to their joint-worst defeat of the season

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   Welcome to GOAL50: Vote for the world's best players in 2023

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   United StatesC. Pulisic

   Pulisic steps up but 10-man Milan throw it away

   Christian Pulisic provided what looked like a crucial second half assist, but AC Milan threw it all away by conceding a late winner at Atalanta.

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   G. ReynaBorussia Dortmund

   Hummels red dooms BVB but Reyna provides spark off bench

   An early Mats Hummels red card doomed Borussia Dortmund and Gio Reyna in a title race loss to RB Leipzig Saturday.

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   United StatesMexico

   USSF & Mexico submit NEW HEIGHTS 2027 Women's World Cup bid

   The U.S. Soccer and Mexico Soccer federations announced a new joint-bid, labeled NEW HEIGHTS, for the 2027 Women's World Cup hosting rights.

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   MonacoF. Balogun

   Balogun turns master creator as 10-man Monaco win

   Folarin Balogun played an important role as 10-man Monaco secured a 2-1 win at Rennes in Ligue 1 on Saturday.

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   Power rankingsUnited States

   USWNT Olympics roster: Morgan slips as Shaw continues rise

   GOAL breaks down how the player pool is shaping up ahead of the Summer Games in Paris

10. Breaking News

    Golden Shoe 2023-24: European football's top scorers

    Nancy 'so proud' of being first Black coach to win MLS Cup

    WATCH: Let the champagne pop! Crew celebrate MLS Cup win

    Bayern keen on Araujo? Tuchel responds to speculation

    'We did it gang!' - Earps shirts to go on sale for Christmas

    Man Utd target Leipzig striker who scored twice against City

    Bellingham speaks out after scoring in Madrid's draw at Betis

    Randal Kolo Muani proves he can step up for PSG!

    Redknapp blasts 'rubbish' decision to rule out Arsenal equaliser

    Arteta gives cryptic response to refereeing decisions

    'Doors are opening' for Lingard as he drops future hint

    Referee stabs footballer during Argentina youth game in brawl

    'You think it's going to be easy' - Fernandes makes shock claim

    Late drama leaves Havertz furious and Martinez bloodied

    Every word from Ten Hag's press conference after shock defeat

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Videos

1. L. MessiInter Miami

   Confetti cannons galore! Inter Miami welcomes back Messi 🎉

   Lionel Messi has already flown back in Florida and was given a hero's welcome by his Inter Miami team-mates after his eighth Ballon d'Or win.

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   L. MessiArgentina

   Watch: Messi's sons join him on stage for Ballon d'Or win

   Lionel Messi was thrilled to be joined on stage by his three children after winning his eighth Ballon d'Or award on Monday night.

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   Birmingham CityW. Rooney

   Rooney reveals talks with NFL legend Brady at Birmingham

   Wayne Rooney has claimed NFL legend Tom Brady is "fully involved" in Birmingham City after buying a minority stake in the Championship club.

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   W. RooneyMLS

   Rooney leaves D.C. after missing MLS playoffs

   Wayne Rooney and D.C. United have agreed to part ways just a season-and-a-half into the ex-Manchester United star's tenure as head coach.

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   Wolverhampton WanderersUnited States

   Documentary reveals how Wolves started the U.S. Soccer boom

   A new documentary will chart the untold story of how Wolverhampton Wanderers helped kickstart the U.S. soccer boom in 1967.

It's MLS time!

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   L. MessiTop scorers

   MLS top scorers 2023: Golden Boot race

   GOAL brings you this season's leading marksmen in the MLS - who will come out on top?

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   Columbus Crew vs Los AngelesColumbus Crew

   Nancy 'so proud' of being first Black coach to win MLS Cup

   Columbus Crew boss Wilfried Nancy became the first Black coach to lift MLS Cup, with the Frenchman revealing how 'proud' he is of that.

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   Columbus CrewLos Angeles

   WATCH: Let the champagne pop! Crew celebrate MLS Cup win

   The Columbus Crew celebrated their 2023 MLS Cup victory over LAFC by popping champagne bottles, wearing beer goggles and chanting in the locker room.

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   Inter MiamiLos Angeles

   MLS Cup winners: Full list of champions

   GOAL takes a look at the history of Major League Soccer's top prize.

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   Los AngelesColumbus Crew vs Los Angeles

   WATCH: Delirious Will Ferrell caught partying with LAFC fans!

   LAFC co-owner and Hollywood A-list actor Will Ferrell was caught on video partying with supporters ahead of MLS Cup Saturday afternoon!

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   Columbus Crew vs Los AngelesColumbus Crew

   Columbus vs Los Angeles: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

   How to watch the MLS match between Columbus and Los Angeles, as well as kick-off time and team news.

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   L. MessiInter Miami

   Messi's wife Antonela joins Victoria Beckham at Vogue event

   Antonela Roccuzzo, the wife of Lionel Messi, attended a Vogue event with Victoria Beckham in Miami on Friday.

The home of the USMNT

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   M. TurnerS. Cooper

   Turner is back! USMNT goalkeeper restored to Forest line-up

   USMNT star, Matt Turner, was restored to the the Nottingham Forest line-up as Steve Cooper made seven changes for crunch Wolves clash.

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   W. McKennieJuventus

   A huge win! McKennie solid in Juve's triumph over Napoli

   Weston McKennie put in a solid shift in midfield as he helped Juventus seal a massive win over defending Serie A champions Napoli.

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   JuventusW. McKennie

   USMNT's McKennie attempts outrageous bicycle kick for Juventus

   United States men's national team star Weston McKennie nearly scored an audacious bicycle kick for Juventus against Napoli on Friday.

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   C. PulisicSerie A

   'Speed boost loaded!' - USMNT star Pulisic shows off new boots

   Christian Pulisic has shown off his new boots from Puma, with the USMNT star hinting that the new technology may give him further boost in form.

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   T. AdamsAFC Bournemouth

   Will USMNT star Adams be back in January? Injury update

   Tyler Adams is working his way back from hamstring surgery at Bournemouth, but it is unlikely that the USMNT star will be seen any time soon.

Must-read opinion and expert analysis

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   Player ratingsR. Kolo

   Randal Kolo Muani proves he can step up for PSG!

   Luis Enrique's summer signing scored his third goal for the club to snatch a win, and send his side six points clear at the top of the table.

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   Player ratingsReal Madrid

   Bellingham brilliance not enough as misfiring Madrid held

   The England midfielder bagged his 12th La Liga goal of the season, but it wasn't enough for Carlo Ancelotti's side to secure all three points

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   Player ratingsLiverpool

   Elliott lifts lacklustre Liverpool with late magic moment

   Jurgen Klopp's side came from behind at Selhurst Park to secure a win that turned on Jordan Ayew's second-half red card

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   AnalysisMLS

   Vela's last dance? Era-defining LAFC star eyes MLS Cup glory

   No player in MLS means as much to his club as the ex-Arsenal forward, and he could get the most epic sendoff imaginable

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   OpinionManchester City

   Man City's over-reliance on Rodri could cost them the title

   Pep Guardiola saw his side completely outplayed in the middle of the park at Aston Villa, and the 1-0 defeat was not just a blip

This is the Premier League

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   E. HålandK. Mbappé

   Golden Shoe 2023-24: European football's top scorers

   Scoring goals is serious business, especially when it comes to being celebrated as the top goalscorer in Europe.

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   LiverpoolManchester United

   Premier League top scorers 2023-24: Golden Boot race

   GOAL brings you all of this season's leading marksmen from England's top flight - who will come out on top?

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   TransfersSerie A

   Transfers LIVE: Barca interested in Newcastle star Guimaraes

   GOAL takes a look at the biggest transfer news and rumours from around the world

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   Manchester UnitedL. Openda

   Man Utd target Leipzig striker who scored twice against City

   Manchester United have reportedly identified the RB Leipzig striker who scored twice against Manchester City as their top January transfer target.

The Chaaaaaampions 🎶

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   E. ten HagManchester United

   Man Utd fans shocked as Ten Hag named PL Manager of the Month

   Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has been voted Barclays Premier League Manager of the Month for November and fans can't believe their eyes.

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   ChelseaM. Pochettino

   Chelsea’s £1 billion squad still ‘two seasons’ away from UCL

   Chelsea have been told that their £1 billion squad are still "two seasons" away from qualifying for the Champions League by ex-Blues star Pat Nevin.

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   CasemiroJ. Sancho

   Man Utd open to offers for Casemiro, Sancho and Varane

   Manchester United are open to bids for a number of experienced players including Raphael Varane and Casemiro in January.

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   GuardiolaManchester City

   'I'll retire!' - Guardiola will end career if City repeat treble

   Pep Guardiola joked that he will end managerial career if Manchester City repeat their treble feat in 2023-24.

Women's Soccer

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   M. EarpsEngland

   'We did it gang!' - Earps shirts to go on sale for Christmas

   Lionesses star Mary Earps is celebrating another win after confirmation that her England shirt is finally set to hit the shops.

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   Manchester CityWomen's Super League

   Lauren Hemp is Man City's saviour!

   A Lauren Hemp double in the second half powered Manchester City to a comeback victory against Aston Villa in the Women's Super League.

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   ChelseaUnited States

   Hayes highlights 'systemic misogyny' after Barton's comments

   Chelsea boss Emma Hayes has responded to Joey Barton's comments, explaining how male privilege "has always been at the centre" of English football.

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   Manchester CityWomen's Super League

   WATCH: England star Chloe Kelly told why she's '40% Jamaican'

   Manchester City duo Bunny Shaw and Chloe Kelly have formed a potent relationship both on and off the field, evidenced by a recent video.

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   R. DalyAston Villa

   WATCH: Daly's super strike wins WSL Goal of the Month

   It's been a topsy-turvy week for Rachel Daly who experienced heartbreak with England before celebrating a birthday and scooping an award.

Transfer news and done deals 🤝

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   R. AraújoBayern München

   Bayern keen on Araujo? Tuchel responds to speculation

   Thomas Tuchel put in a cheeky response when quizzed about his interest in signing Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo for Bayern Munich.

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   J. LingardPremier League

   'Doors are opening' for Lingard as he drops future hint

   Jesse Lingard is gearing up for a return to football as the free agent continues to work out and train alone amid his search for a new club.

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   R. AraújoT. Tuchel

   Tuchel phones Araujo in bid to sign Barca defender

   Bayern Munich coach Thomas Tuchel has had a call with Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo in an attempt to convince him to move to Bavaria.

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   M. UgartePSG

   Ugarte: Snubbing Chelsea for PSG was '100 percent' correct

   Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Manuel Ugarte believes his decision to join the French champions over Chelsea was '100 percent' the correct one.

Join the GOAL community 🗣️

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   'Gobsmacked!' - Did Liverpool get lucky?

   Jurgen Klopp's side snatched all three points to move top of the Premier League table, with the controversial sending off aiding their comeback win

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   Premier LeagueArsenal

   Who will win the Premier League title?

   Manchester City's defeat to Aston Villa means Pep Guardiola's side are now six points behind leaders Arsenal - will they still be crowned champions?

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   ArsenalDavid Raya

   What should Arteta do about his Arsenal goalkeeper dilemma?

   The Gunners edged past Luton Town despite a below-par performance from David Raya on Tuesday night - so what is the solution for Mikel Arteta?

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   UEFA European ChampionshipEngland

   Who will win Euro 2024?

   The draw for the tournament in Germany has been made - who are you backing to go all the way and lift the trophy?

Kits, boots and football culture

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   Messi & Inter Miami's MLS kit for 2024 leaked 👀

   Inter Miami's 2024 kit has been leaked, with a new shirt sponsor and an all-central design.

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   GamingA. Postecoglou

   Postecoglou reveals all on his love for Football Manager

   Watch Ange Postecoglou discuss his best - and worst - memories of playing Football Manager, the positive style of play he'll always stick to and more.

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   ArtetaGaming

   Arteta ranks legendary managers including Mourinho & Wenger

   Watch Soccer Manager 2024 ambassador, Mikel Arteta, rate six of the greatest bosses of all time as he plays manager tier list with GOAL's Front Three.

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   Gaming

   Football Manager 2024: How to win using positional play

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   ArtetaGaming

   Arteta shows off incredible knowledge in 'Guess the XI'

   Watch Soccer Manager 2024 ambassador, Mikel Arteta, display his football expertise as he takes on GOAL's Front Three in their 'Guess the XI' game.

Superstars of the future

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   AnalysisA. Vermeeren

   Arthur Vermeeren: The Declan Rice regen linked with Arsenal

   The Belgian is already playing in the Champions League and looks destined to join one of Europe's elite at the end of the season

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   NicoReal Madrid

   Meet Bellingham's Madrid midfield partner of the future

   The Argentina youth international bagged the winning goal for Los Blancos against Napoli, and now looks set for a bright future at the Bernabeu

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   AnalysisMilan

   Francesco Camarda: AC Milan's history-making 'hurricane'

   The striker has been generating a huge amount of excitement in Italy for some time now and looks destined to achieve great things

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   AnalysisManchester City

   Why Man City are so keen on Boca Juniors' teenage left-back

   The 19-year-old helped inspire Boca to the Copa Libertadores final and is ready to take the plunge into European football