Chris Burton

Former Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Mark Crossley has explained penalty-saving secrets to GOAL, revealing how he would go about trying to thwart Bruno Fernandes and Ivan Toney. Water bottles adorned with advice and instructions have become all the rage in modern football, but do they really make much of a difference in a battle of wills from 12 yards?

Uli Hoeness has claimed that Harry Kane could be worth more than Alexander Isak in the open transfer market, with Brad Friedel telling GOAL that the Bayern Munich striker would represent value for money at £500 million ($662m). That tongue-in-cheek assessment has been delivered as questions continue to be asked of how much longer the prolific England captain will spend at the Allianz Arena.

A move to Manchester City forms part of Cavan Sullivan’s sporting destiny, and Freddy Adu has told GOAL why the teenage wonderkid will one day “crack the starting line-up for a Premier League team”. For now, there is still much work for the exciting 16-year-old to do when it comes to unlocking full potential in his game. If he can achieve that, then the top-flight in England should be illuminated at some point in the not too distant future.

Liverpool legend John Barnes admits that Mohamed Salah’s exploits in the Premier League have eclipsed those of Cristiano Ronaldo, but is the Egyptian’s legacy greater than Thierry Henry’s? A modern day icon will be leaving Anfield as a free agent in the summer, as his contract is terminated. His standing in English football has been compared with Manchester United and Arsenal idols.

Tottenham have endured a humbling tumble into Premier League relegation danger, but is poor recruitment to blame for serious regression in north London? Former Spurs goalkeeper Brad Friedel has explained to GOAL the problems that a fallen giant faces in the transfer market, with it increasingly difficult for ambitious outfits to deliver on collective expectations.

Questions are being asked of whether Lionel Messi fever in MLS has peaked, with Inter Miami’s GOAT roadshow being likened to the travelling WWE extravaganza. Audiences will flock to watch superstar performers when that particular sporting circus passes through their town, but is mass appeal retained over a long period of time? Former USMNT star Kasey Keller believes Messi-mania may have plateaued in the United States.

Wrexham captain Dominic Hyam has explained how the club ensures that documentary cameras do not become a distraction during a Premier League promotion push, with “celebrities” being asked to “get out the dressing room”. Famous faces pass through the Racecourse Ground on a regular basis, with Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac at the helm, but Phil Parkinson’s squad have learned how to block out the “noise”.

Kepa Arrizabalaga’s costly error in the 2026 Carabao Cup final has seen Arsenal highlight how selection promises can cause “real problems”. The Gunners goalkeeper quite literally dropped a clanger against Manchester City at Wembley Stadium, having been assured of his League Cup spot by Mikel Arteta. Respect has been retained at Emirates Stadium, but did that come at the cost of a major trophy?

A unique quality possessed by Max Dowman has been used as a reason why the 16-year-old Arsenal wonderkid should be included in England’s 2026 World Cup squad. The talented teenager is yet to start a Premier League fixture, but has become that division’s youngest goal-scorer during one of three outings off the bench. Bryan Robson is among those that believe Dowman could be a useful wildcard for England this summer.

NBA superstar Klay Thompson has explained how Lionel Messi and Barcelona helped to inspire the dynasty enjoyed in basketball circles by Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors. Argentine GOAT Messi starred for the Catalan giants alongside the likes of Ronaldinho and Neymar, with Pep Guardiola introducing ‘tiki-taka’ to the world. Similar principles have been embraced in California, allowing major silverware to be secured.

Elliot Anderson continues to generate plenty of transfer speculation, amid links to Manchester rivals United and City, but Chris Waddle can see the England international returning to his roots at Newcastle. Nottingham Forest are expected to field plenty of offers for the classy midfielder this summer, with it possible that an emotional homecoming could be taken in by the highly-rated 23-year-old.

Manchester United have been told they would be “silly” not to rekindle interest in England captain Harry Kane if exit doors do open up at Bayern Munich. The Bundesliga champions are reluctant to part with their prolific No.9, but concede that big-money offers could force their hand. Kane has previously seen a move to Old Trafford mooted, and fresh transfer talks may be lined up.

Reports of the purchase option in Marcus Rashford’s loan agreement at Barcelona expiring have been addressed by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. It has been suggested that the €30 million (£26m/$35m) buyout clause in the winger’s deal at Camp Nou is no longer valid, with parent club Manchester United therefore in a position to dictate what happens in the summer window.

After nine memorable years at Liverpool, Mohamed Salah will be bidding farewell to Anfield over the summer. He is being released as a free agent, with John Barnes telling GOAL why the Reds are happy to pass on a potential £20 million ($26m) transfer fee. Premier League and Champions League title winner Salah is seeing the final year of his contract on Merseyside terminated.

Former Liverpool managing director Christian Purslow believes that the Reds are agreeing to let Mohamed Salah leave as a free agent as they discovered there “wasn’t a market” for the 33-year-old Egyptian. Despite his exploits across nine seasons in England, Salah is not considered to be of the Cristiano Ronaldo mould and would have found it difficult to find a suitor willing to part with a big-money transfer fee.

Morgan Rogers has been warned against a transfer to the “graveyard” that Manchester United have become, with the Aston Villa playmaker also being advised to ignore any interest shown by Chelsea. The 23-year-old England international has become one of the Premier League’s most sought-after talents. Dean Saunders believes Rogers’ ongoing development would be best served in his current surroundings.

Anthony Martial has seen his faltering career hit a new low, with the former Manchester United forward reportedly being banished by Mexican outfit Monterrey. The ex-France international has struggled for a professional spark across several years, with fresh questions of his future being asked in Central America following a petulant substitution strop.

England boss Thomas Tuchel stands accused of insulting Harry Maguire with his claim that the Manchester United defender could be fifth-choice centre-half in his 2026 World Cup plans. Maguire has been drafted back into the Three Lions fold for international friendly action, but has been warned that he may struggle to earn another major tournament spot.