Wolverhampton Wanderers and the Mexican national team have suffered a major setback after veteran forward Raul Jimenez was sidelined until the New Year. The 35-year-old marksman requires corrective surgery this week after a persistent knee problem failed to heal naturally over the past month.
Former England head coach Sir Gareth Southgate has dismissed the prospect of returning to top-flight club management after stepping away from the international dugout. The 56-year-old tactician has remained out of the game since resigning from his post with the Three Lions following their defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final.
Swansea City head coach Vitor Matos has confirmed that South Korean attacker Ji-sung Eom was the target of alleged racist abuse during Tuesday's Championship victory away at Millwall. The second-half contest at The Den was suspended for seven minutes while match officials enforced anti-discrimination protocols on the touchline.
Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney's takeover of Wrexham in 2022 shook the world of soccer. Three promotions later, Wrexham have become one of the most popular teams to follow - particularly for soccer fans in the United States. Now just one step away from the Premier League, GOAL tells you everything you need to know about how to follow them on their journey.
A landmark report from the Independent Football Regulator has exposed the fragile financial foundations of English football, warning that the majority of clubs are currently living on the brink of disaster. Despite record revenues topping £9bn, the watchdog has signalled that it is prepared to use back-stop powers if the Premier League and EFL fail to resolve their long-standing dispute over wealth distribution.
Wayne Rooney has been told what he “should have” done to prevent managerial flops at Birmingham and Plymouth. The Manchester United legend has been out of coaching since leaving Home Park in late December 2024, with former Everton team-mate Alan Stubbs telling GOAL why the former England international is unlikely to head back into the dugout any time soon.
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Southampton manager Tonda Eckert has broken his silence following the Football Association’s decision regarding the controversial "Spygate" scandal. The 33-year-old German coach has successfully avoided an immediate touchline ban, leaving him free to lead his side in the upcoming high-stakes derby against Portsmouth.
Mexico international Raul Jimenez has urged Bundesliga heavyweights Borussia Dortmund to launch an ambitious transfer swoop for Club Tijuana wonderkid Gilberto Mora. The veteran striker is convinced that the gifted teenage midfielder has all the necessary qualities to succeed at Signal Iduna Park following his rapid rise on the international stage.
Middlesbrough manager Kim Hellberg has revealed that Southampton boss Tonda Eckert contacted him personally to apologize for the Spygate scandal. The revelation comes after Eckert was handed a suspended six-week ban and a significant fine by the Football Association for his involvement in the spying controversy.
Former Premier League midfielder Cheikhou Kouyate has officially announced his retirement from football at the age of 36, revealing a shocking secret. The ex-Senegal international confessed that he played his entire professional career while suffering from a hidden heart condition, keeping the serious medical issue concealed from his national team doctors and his family.
Kyle Walker has broken his silence following the seismic ruling that found Manchester City guilty of breaching Premier League financial regulations. The former club captain insisted that no matter the legal outcome, the memories and achievements of the players remain untouchable.
Krystian Bielik has been issued a two-match suspension and a hefty financial penalty following an ugly altercation with a young Portsmouth supporter at Fratton Park. The Cardiff City centre-back was caught on camera clashing with the fan during a Championship fixture, leading to significant disciplinary action from the English Football Association and police involvement.
Former Portugal international Hugo Porfirio has been spotted working as an Uber driver in Lisbon decades after sharing the pitch with legends such as Luis Figo and Rui Costa. The 53-year-old former West Ham and Benfica winger was unexpectedly recognised by two passengers during a routine inner-city trip, providing a rare glimpse into his quiet post-football life.
Billionaire former West Ham United co-owner David Sullivan is taking legal action against the BBC, seeking a massive £150 million in damages. The lawsuit follows the broadcast of a Panorama documentary in June, which accused Sullivan of historical sexual misconduct. Sullivan strongly denies the allegations and demands the permanent removal of the programme.
West Ham United winger Manor Solomon has sparked a major controversy by launching a scathing verbal attack on Ireland following Israel's heavy defeat in the Nations League. The former Tottenham and Leeds man did not hold back, suggesting a deep-seated animosity between the two nations after a tense encounter in Debrecen.
Troy Deeney has urged Thomas Tuchel to stop selecting Dominic Calvert-Lewin and focus on the future following England's recent defeat to Spain. The former Watford striker believes Middlesbrough prospect Will Lankshear should be drafted in to understudy Harry Kane ahead of Euro 2028.
Former Juventus, Southampton, and Italy striker Dani Osvaldo has been admitted to intensive care in Argentina after developing a serious pulmonary condition. The 40-year-old retired footballer was urgently taken to hospital on Thursday night after days of severe chest pain, with medical staff confirming a diagnosis of right-side pleural effusion.
Hugh Jackman joining Ryan Reynolds and Tom Brady in the Championship’s A-list stakeholder group will help to make the Football League even “more entertaining”, ex-Birmingham winger Jermaine Pennant has told GOAL. The Wolverine actor, who is good friends with the ownership team at Wrexham, has revealed that he is in talks with Norwich regarding potential investment opportunities.
Arsenal starlet Myles Lewis-Skelly has raised eyebrows by naming a current Tottenham Hotspur player as the most difficult opponent he has encountered in the Premier League. The 19-year-old utility man, who has enjoyed a meteoric rise under Mikel Arteta, bypassed the division's established superstars to highlight a rival from across north London.
Southampton are bracing for a fresh legal battle this week as coach Tonda Eckert faces a Football Association misconduct hearing following the explosive Spygate scandal. The club is already reeling from historic sanctions that cost them a shot at the Premier League, but the governing body could yet impose further penalties on the individuals involved.
Former England winger Andros Townsend made light of a terrifying ordeal after being struck by an out-of-control pitch roller ahead of a Thai League 1 fixture on Saturday. The 35-year-old miraculously escaped catastrophic damage before coming off the bench for PT Prachuap, later joking that visits to Stoke City were preferable to the freak accident.
West Ham United forward Taty Castellanos has found himself at the centre of a storm following allegations of unsportsmanlike conduct during a heated London derby. The Argentine striker is accused of spitting at Millwall goalkeeper Filip Marschall in a match that saw old rivalries reignite in the Championship.
Jamie Vardy has been linked with Wrexham on a couple of occasions when hitting free agency, and Danny Simpson has told GOAL that there “was something there” when talk of joining Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac in North Wales resurfaced. No deal was done, with the evergreen frontman - who is being backed to play well beyond the age of 40 - now on the books at Burnley.
