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Mikel Arteta has admitted that Italy's failure to qualify for the World Cup is "not good for football" as he prepares to help Riccardo Calafiori move on. The Arsenal boss is currently readying his squad for an FA Cup quarter-final clash against Southampton following a turbulent international break.

Thanks to his outstanding performances at FC Bayern Munich, top European clubs are reportedly keeping an eye on Vincent Kompany. Max Eberl has commented on the rumours, but has quickly put a stop to any potential advances.

Manchester United and Manchester City are preparing to go head-to-head in a massive transfer battle for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson. Both clubs are keen to wrap up a deal as soon as the Premier League season concludes to avoid a bidding war driven by the upcoming World Cup.

Enzo Fernandez's agent has launched a scathing attack on Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior and the club hierarchy, labelling the decision to drop the midfielder as "completely unfair." The Argentine World Cup winner has been sanctioned following public comments regarding his desire to one day live in Madrid amid links to Real.

Marseille manager Habib Beye has distanced himself from the renewed controversy surrounding Mason Greenwood, insisting he is not a "public court of opinion." The Senegalese coach spoke out after his predecessor at the Orange Velodrome, Roberto De Zerbi, made headlines by apologising for his previous defence of the forward upon taking the Tottenham job.

After a viral breakthrough, the CPL heads into 2026 with new teams, bold rule changes and a World Cup boost - but can it turn attention into lasting growth?

The rift between Dr Müller-Wohlfahrt and Pep Guardiola at Bayern Munich is legendary. Now it has resurfaced.

Two draws against good opponents might not look wonderful, but the quality of performances from Mexico will give Javier Aguirre plenty of hope ahead of the World Cup

Atlético manager: God willing, we’ll keep fighting until the very end

Former Germany head coach Joachim Low has broken his silence regarding reports that he is set to manage Ghana at the 2026 World Cup. The 66-year-old has been out of the dugout since leaving the DFB in 2021 and is currently being linked with a sensational return to the international stage.

Barcelona winger Raphinha has been left devastated after picking up an injury while on international duty with Brazil, coach Hansi Flick says. The German coach has opened up on the Brazil player's mental state and explained the decision to delay his return to Spain.

Chris Richards has already spent time on the books of Bundesliga heavyweights Bayern Munich, but will the USMNT star see his career path lead back to a club of that size and stature? Former Crystal Palace striker Clinton Morrison has explained to GOAL why the Eagles defender is destined for big things, with questions being asked of his future amid contract uncertainty at Selhurst Park.

Romanian football has been rocked by news that legendary coach Mircea Lucescu has suffered an acute heart attack just one day after resigning from his national team post. The 80-year-old had been hospitalised earlier in the week following a collapse during a team meeting, marking a tragic turn of events for one of the sport's most respected figures.

Salah is a true legend for Liverpool and the Premier League

With the World Cup just weeks away, GOAL looks at how the U.S. squad might look in the summer.

Löw has been out of a coaching job for five years. Now, of all times, he is set to return to the touchline for the World Cup. But it is unlikely that this will actually happen.

Former Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Mark Crossley has explained penalty-saving secrets to GOAL, revealing how he would go about trying to thwart Bruno Fernandes and Ivan Toney. Water bottles adorned with advice and instructions have become all the rage in modern football, but do they really make much of a difference in a battle of wills from 12 yards?

The German coach warns against repeating mistakes and sets the date for De Jong’s return.

Niko Kovac has jumped to the defense of Nico Schlotterbeck after the defender was forced to debunk "false" reports regarding a contract extension. The Borussia Dortmund boss insists the player has done nothing wrong by clarifying his future amidst intense media speculation.

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has reinforced Lamine Yamal’s powerful anti-racism message following the "intolerable" Islamophobic chants that marred Spain’s recent friendly against Egypt. The 18-year-old winger, a practising Muslim, expressed his disgust after spectators at RCDE Stadium aimed derogatory songs at his faith, prompting a formal investigation by local Catalan police.

Efforts to tackle racism in football have gained momentum in recent years

Liverpool have been dealt a staggering blow ahead of their Champions League quarter-final against Paris Saint-Germain, with Alisson Becker ruled out for a significant period. Arne Slot confirmed the Brazilian goalkeeper faces a race against time to feature again this term, though the Reds have been handed a double boost with the return of Mohamed Salah and Alexander Isak.

Chelsea have taken a hardline stance against Enzo Fernandez, with the Argentine midfielder officially dropped from the squad following a series of controversial comments regarding his future. Manager Liam Rosenior confirmed the decision ahead of a crucial run of fixtures, suggesting the vice-captain’s public flirtation with Real Madrid has forced the club’s hand.

Uli Hoeness has claimed that Harry Kane could be worth more than Alexander Isak in the open transfer market, with Brad Friedel telling GOAL that the Bayern Munich striker would represent value for money at £500 million ($662m). That tongue-in-cheek assessment has been delivered as questions continue to be asked of how much longer the prolific England captain will spend at the Allianz Arena.

Jonas Urbig has addressed the prospect of becoming Bayern Munich’s permanent number one as Manuel Neuer approaches a definitive decision regarding his potential retirement. The 22-year-old, who joined the Rekordmeister from Koln in January 2025, has emerged as the leading candidate to inherit the gloves from the iconic captain whose contract expires this summer.

Saif Darwish confirms that Jordan will surprise everyone at the World Cup.

Jesse Lingard made history on Wednesday night by becoming the first Englishman to play in the Brazilian top flight. Despite a difficult night for Corinthians at the Maracana, the former Manchester United star expressed his pride after finally making his long-awaited debut in South America.

Stuttgart midfielder Chema Andres has opened the door to a sensational return to the Santiago Bernabeu, admitting he would be delighted to reunite with Real Madrid. The former Castilla starlet has flourished in the Bundesliga since his summer move, prompting the Spanish giants to monitor his progress closely ahead of a potential cut-price repatriation.