Cavan Sullivan is less than a year out from turning 18 - when he will be cleared to link up with Manchester City - and Brad Friedel has explained to GOAL why FFP punishments that relegate the Blues out of the Premier League could be “very good” for the USMNT wonderkid. It is yet to be determined which division City will be playing in next season.
Inter Miami star Leo Messi has led MLS in jersey sales for the fourth consecutive season, the league announced Tuesday afternoon. Messi topped a star-studded list including LAFC's Son Heung-Min, Chicago Fire's Robert Lewandowski and Philly Union starlet Cavan Sullivan. There was a strong showing for midseason arrivals, with two major acquisitions in the top five.
Lionel Messi produced another masterclass to guide Inter Miami to a vital 2-1 victory over the New England Revolution. The Argentine's decisive goal ensured his team secured a coveted spot in the 2027 Concacaf Champions Cup while moving them up to second in the Eastern Conference.
Lionel Messi's Inter Miami will host FC Cincinnati at Nu Stadium in Miami on Friday, Feb. 19, at 8 p.m. ET to open the 2027 MLS Sprint Season. The 14-game campaign and single-elimination playoffs will determine the MLS Cup champion and qualification for the 2028 CONCACAF Champions Cup and Leagues Cup before the league switches to a summer-to-spring calendar.
Antoine Griezmann scored and set up another as Orlando City raced into a 2-0 halftime lead at Soldier Field. Robert Lewandowski came close to cutting into it, but it was Jonathan Bamba and Maren Haile-Selassie who hauled Chicago Fire back for a 2-2 draw.
Inter Miami CF and FC Cincinnati played out a pulsating 2-2 draw at Nu Stadium, with all four goals coming in the second half. Luis Suarez opened the scoring from a Casemiro assist, before a rapid Cincinnati comeback was cancelled out by Riquelme Fillipi in the 90th minute.
Cristiano Ronaldo has officially been crowned the winner of the inaugural B.O.A.T. (Ballon d'Or of All Time) award following a global fan vote. The legendary Portuguese forward saw his iconic 2008 campaign at Manchester United recognized as the greatest individual year in the history of the prestigious trophy.
Former Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Hugo Lloris has paid a glowing tribute to ex-Spurs colleague Harry Kane after the Bayern Munich striker lifted the 2026 Ballon d'Or in London on Monday night. Having shared a dressing room for a decade in north London, the French veteran praised the England captain's complete game and grounded personality.
LAFC winger Son Heung-min suffered a racist microaggression from a supporter following their thrilling derby draw with LA Galaxy on Sunday. A spectator was filmed hurling a racial slur at the South Korean international as he thanked the crowd after the final whistle. The shocking incident has sparked widespread fury across social media, with fans demanding immediate action.
Lionel Messi has once again proven that class is permanent after securing a stunning fifth-place finish in the 2026 Ballon d’Or rankings. Despite playing his football in Major League Soccer with Inter Miami, the legendary Argentine outperformed a host of elite European stars to remain among the world's top five players.
LAFC secured their place in the MLS Cup Playoffs following a dramatic 2-2 draw against rivals LA Galaxy. Interim boss Xavi Tamarit praised his side's resilience as Denis Bouanga inspired a stunning second-half comeback after falling two goals behind in El Trafico.
Lionel Messi saw his impressive streak of goal contributions come to an end after a substitute appearance in Inter Miami's 2-0 defeat to Red Bull New York. Manager Kily Gonzalez revealed the Argentine was benched as a precaution following a hectic travel schedule to Spain.
Inter Miami saw their impressive three-match winning streak come to an end on Saturday night following a disappointing 2-0 defeat against the New York Red Bulls. Despite the introduction of Lionel Messi in the second half, the Herons were unable to overturn an early deficit at the Red Bull Arena.
Tyrell Malacia has broken his silence on the brutal conclusion to his Manchester United career, detailing how he was cast into Ruben Amorim's infamous bomb squad without a single word of explanation. The Dutch defender, who now plies his trade in MLS, described the mental toll of being forced to train away from the senior setup alongside other high-profile stars.
Lionel Messi has enjoyed a career that most players could only dream of, sweeping up every major trophy and individual accolade available in the modern game. However, the Argentina icon has now offered a humble perspective on his journey, insisting that his legacy should be defined by more than just his bulging trophy cabinet.
Lionel Messi just made history as the first footballer to win the Princess of Asturias Award for Sport individually—and Barcelona couldn't hide their pride in a deeply emotional message to their former superstar.
Inter Miami are the “perfect fit” for Neymar, former Brazil international Anderson has told GOAL, with the South American superstar being tipped to reunite with ex-Barcelona team-mate Lionel Messi in MLS. Neymar has endured a tough time of late, but a fellow countryman has leapt to his defence in passionate fashion and hopes more critics can be silenced.
The prolific No.9 is considered to be something of a dying breed in modern football, with creative playmakers now all the rage. There was a time though, not all that long ago, when fearsome strikers ruled the world. Luis Suarez formed part of that pack, but where does he rank in a generation that included Robert Lewandowski, Harry Kane and Karim Benzema? Fellow Uruguayan Gus Poyet has attempted to answer that question for GOAL.
The eternal debate over football's greatest of all time has taken a dramatic turn just days before the sport's elite gather in London. A new official poll designed to crown the 'Best of All Time' has seen one legendary figure pull significantly clear of the field.
Antoine Griezmann is being backed to spend “two or three more years” in MLS. The legendary French forward is currently with Orlando City, meaning that he shares the Florida sunshine with fellow World Cup winner and Inter Miami talisman Lionel Messi. Gilles Grimandi has told GOAL why the 35-year-old can compete in the United States across several more seasons.
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