Anthony Martial is set to embark on the next chapter of his career after agreeing to terminate his contract with Liga MX side Monterrey. The former Manchester United and Monaco striker is now eyeing a return to Ligue 1, with the French forward eager to relaunch his career back in his homeland following a brief spell in Mexico.
Lionel Messi has been selected to the MLS All Star team, and highlights a stacked roster after the initial round of fan, player and media voting. LAFC star Son Heung-Min was also selected, while USMNTers Tim Ream and Sebastian Berhalter also earned selections. With the initial XI selected, head coach Dean Smith and Commissioner Don Garber will round out the roster.
Chivas forward Armando Gonzalez has publicly expressed his desire to join Barcelona and play alongside Lamine Yamal. The 23-year-old Mexico international has been in scintillating form, catching the attention of top European clubs. As the World Cup approaches, the striker is keeping his options open but admits that a move to Catalonia would be a dream come true.
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.
The annual NXGN lists are back for 2026, as GOAL ranks the world's top teenage talents in men's and women's football, crowning winners that will follow in the footsteps of the likes of Jude Bellingham, Rodrygo, Gianluigi Donnarumma and Vicky Lopez in being recognised as the best young footballers on the planet.
Mexican football has been plunged into a state of uncertainty following the news that several high-profile fixtures have been postponed due to a major security crisis. The decision to call off the matches came swiftly after the Mexican army killed the leader of one of the country's most powerful drug cartels in a town situated just two hours from Guadalajara, a key host city for the upcoming 2026 World Cup. The death of the high-ranking figure has sparked immediate concerns over public safety across multiple states.
Former Manchester United star Anthony Martial was stretchered off during his latest Liga MX outing for Monterrey after suffering a horror injury, which required hospital treatment. The Frenchman was withdrawn just before half-time in his side's 1-0 win over Club Leon after dislocating his shoulder, and is now set for a spell on the sidelines.
Club América captain Henry Martín admitted the Clásico Nacional defeat to Chivas left the squad hurt and embarrassed, conceding the team failed to rise to the occasion. The veteran striker framed the loss as a “wake-up call” from Guadalajara - one he believes can help América regroup and respond over the remainder of the Clausura 2026 campaign.