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.
Speaking with the profound care of a former captain who still bleeds red, Rio Ferdinand offers a thoughtful reflection on Manchester United’s post-Ferguson era. In an impassioned plea for unity, the legendary defender unpacks the heavy expectations at Old Trafford, the importance of protecting the manager, and why true rebuilding requires time.
Gotham secure their first Shield, Seattle extend Jess Fishlock’s farewell and Ashley Sanchez claims the Golden Boot as GOAL ranks all 16 teams ahead of the NWSL playoffs.
Several teams, including “big European clubs”, missed out on Dominic Calvert-Lewin after asking “wrong questions” of the England international striker, former Leeds star Jermaine Beckford has told GOAL. The powerful frontman headed to Elland Road in 2025 when leaving Everton as a free agent, with interest from elsewhere being shunned after speaking with a number of suitors.
Hayden Hackney is the reigning Championship Player of the Season, after starring for Middlesbrough, but is yet to make his mark in the Premier League at Everton. Former Toffees striker Jermaine Beckford has explained to GOAL when the 24-year-old midfielder will become a “regular” and true value will be found in his £24 million ($32m) transfer fee.
Relive the breathless drama of April 2009, when Andrey Arshavin struck four times at Anfield to dent Liverpool's Premier League title ambitions in a remarkable 4-4 draw. Braces from Fernando Torres and Yossi Benayoun rescued a late point for Rafael Benitez's side, yet the night belonged to Arsenal's clinical Russian forward.
Relive the chaotic brilliance of April 2024, when Chelsea overcame a late collapse to stun Manchester United in the dying seconds at Stamford Bridge. Cole Palmer's historic 101st-minute winner sealed an unforgettable treble and set a new Premier League record at the time for the latest decisive strike in the competition's history.
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.
No Shield was clinched and no final playoff spot was claimed, as the NWSL season will all come down to Decision Day to determine who's occupying all eight spots in the post-season.
The Barcelona midfielder has won each of the last three prizes - but the 2026 accolade will go to someone else at Monday's ceremony in London after Bonmati's injury-hit campaign
The most prestigious individual prize in the game will be awarded on Monday, with a whole host of contenders in with a shot of finishing top of the pile
Inter snatched a dramatic 2-1 victory over Fiorentina at the Giuseppe Meazza thanks to two goals in stoppage time. After Alex Jimenez gave the visitors a shock lead, Marcus Thuram and Piotr Zielinski struck late to preserve the hosts' unbeaten start to the season.
Manchester City suffered a frustrating setback as a Nicolas Jackson brace guided Aston Villa to a 2-1 victory. Despite Erling Haaland's second-half equaliser, Enzo Maresca's side failed to capitalise on their superior possession at Villa Park.
Al Nassr secured a vital 3-1 away victory against Al-Faisaly, underlined by a clinical display from their high-profile attacking unit. Goals from Abdullah Al-Hamdan, Cristiano Ronaldo, and substitute Angelo Gabriel proved too much for the hosts despite a mid-game scare.
Monaco may be the “only place in Europe where the players know the fans and the fans don't know the players”, Gilles Grimandi has admitted to GOAL, but Eric Dier has been saluted for continuing his late-career renaissance with the Ligue 1 giants. The former Tottenham star attracted criticism during his time in England, but has thrived since leaving north London.
Thibaut Courtois is still the “best” goalkeeper in world football, ex-Belgium international Philippe Albert has told GOAL, with the Real Madrid custodian considered to have fended off competition from the likes of David Raya, Gianluigi Donnarumma and Alisson. A standing at the very top of the global game has been enjoyed by Courtois for well over a decade.
Manuel Ugarte has endured a nightmare spell at Manchester United, with form and fitness proving difficult to come by, but Gus Poyet has told GOAL that his fellow Uruguayan may yet earn redemption and a second chance at Old Trafford. The South American midfielder is currently working his way back from surgery after suffering knee ligament damage at the 2026 World Cup.
Philippe Albert has told GOAL that Manchester City star Jeremy Doku is capable of hitting the heights scaled by fellow left wingers Vinicius Junior and Luis Diaz. The Belgium international forward has been made aware of where he needs to improve in order to join the global elite, with the tricky 24-year-old being accused of trying too much at times.
Bournemouth secured a dominant 3-0 victory over AC Milan in the Europa League, capitalising on a Mike Maignan red card. Marco Rose's tactical discipline overwhelmed Ruben Amorim's side through clinical penalties and late transition play.
Crystal Palace fought back from a half-time deficit to secure a 2-2 draw against Besiktas in a high-intensity Europa League clash at the Tupras Stadium. Second-half goals from Yeremi Pino and Jean-Philippe Mateta briefly put the Eagles ahead before a late equaliser shared the spoils.
AC Milan endured a disastrous night on the south coast as a first-half red card for Mike Maignan paved the way for a 3-0 defeat. Two converted penalties and a late strike from Amine Adli condemned the ten-man Rossoneri to a painful Europa League setback.
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.
Lamine Camara is the “best player in France”, Gilles Grimandi has told GOAL, with the Monaco midfielder being tipped to star in the Premier League at some point in the not too distant future. A big-money transfer was expected to have been completed by now, with the likes of Liverpool and Chelsea keeping a close eye on the 22-year-old Senegal international.
Youri Tielemans joining Manchester United “surprised” Philippe Albert, but the former Belgium international has admitted to GOAL that it is “difficult to say no” when the Red Devils come calling. Another Premier League-proven addition to the Old Trafford engine room was made in the summer of 2026, with a boyhood dream being fulfilled in the process.
Ansu Fati was the man to inherit Barcelona’s No.10 shirt when Lionel Messi departed in 2021. Gilles Grimandi - who has been keeping a close eye on the Spanish forward at Monaco - has told GOAL that taking a GOAT jersey at Camp Nou did not “kill” the one-time wonderkid’s career, but it is impossible to ignore the fact that “great” potential has not been fulfilled.
