Ryan Tolmich

Iran's place at the upcoming World Cup has been put in doubt amid escalating conflicts in the Middle East. The president of Iran's soccer federation said on Monday that the country's World Cup hopes seem slim at the moment, although organizers say there has been no formal indication that plans will change for this summer.

With their backs against the wall, the defending MLS Cup champions responded in a big way.

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in Europe, including some big goals from strikers

Yunus Musah scored his first Serie A goal for Atalanta on Sunday, and that goal could help the U.S. men's national team midfielder build some much-needed momentum with his loan club. The goal came in the final moments in a 2-1 loss to Sassuolo, but it could be a big one for Musah as he pushes for a World Cup spot.

Noahkai Banks says he is "very torn" over his international future as he considers his opportunities with the U.S. men's national team and Germany. The teenage defender was in USMNT camp in the fall but did not earn a cap and remains eligible for either national team. Banks has also featured on various U.S. youth teams since 2023.

Inter Miami will reportedly visit the White House to commemorate the team's 2025 MLS Cup win in a ceremony on March 5. It is scheduled two days before the Herons' MLS match against D.C. United. Miami beat the Vancouver Whitecaps last December to lift its first league title.

U.S. Men's National Team rising star Noahkai Banks followed up an incredible run with a fantastic assist on Friday as he helped lead Augsburg to a 2-0 win over FC Koln. Banks assisted the first of the two Augsburg goals and it was the center back who did all the hard work to set up the goal.

GOAL looks at the biggest storylines among Americans Abroad, including a battle between USMNT stars in France.

EXCLUSIVE: GOAL sat down with the American striker to discuss his big transfer to Toronto FC and the motivations behind his return to North America

EXCLUSIVE: The former NFL star discusses launching GOAL’s The Late Run with Ochocinco and the roots of his love for the beautiful game.

FootballCo and OchoCinco Productions have partnered to launch The Late Run with Ochocinco, a brand new weekly podcast hosted by NFL legend and diehard soccer fan Chad Johnson. The first season, which kicks off on Feb. 26, will feature a star-studded list of guests ranging from legends like Rio Ferdinand and Gerard Pique to rapper Rick Ross and comedian Bert Kreischer, all talking about their experience with the beautiful game.

Weston McKennie was at the center of Juventus' three-goal comeback on Wednesday, scoring the third goal of that comeback against Galatasaray. McKennie's late finish leveled the aggregate scoreline of Wednesday's second leg of the Champions League's play-off round.

Los Angeles FC star Denis Bouanga has signed a new contract, committing his future to the club amid reported interest from abroad. The winger has signed a deal that runs through 2028, with an option through the 2029-30 season. Since joining LAFC in 2022, the 31-year-old has scored 94 overall goals - moving him past Carlos Vela as the club's all-time scorer.

Weston McKennie's Juventus were knocked out of the Champions League, but three Americans still remain in the competition ahead of the last 16.

U.S. Men's National Team midfielder Johnny Cardoso made sure his first Atletico Madrid goal was an important one as he helped lead his side to a Champions League win on Tuesday. Cardoso's go-ahead goal gave his side the lead, helping them to a win in the second leg of Atleti's clash with Club Brugge.

GOAL breaks down the big move and what it means for all of those involved.

GOAL’s writers analyze LAFC’s battering of Inter Miami, the New York Red Bulls’ fast start, and whether Nashville is the contender everyone forgot in the latest Rondo.

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in Europe, as two major names returned from injury