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Marash Kumbulla has opened up on his time working under Jose Mourinho at Roma, revealing the defensive “smart” tricks he learned from the Portuguese coach. The defender also explained how Mourinho’s mood changed dramatically after defeats, while recalling the support he received during a serious injury lay-off.

Morgan Rogers has revealed the relentless instructions from Unai Emery that paved the way for his starring role in Aston Villa's historic Europa League triumph. The forward played a pivotal part in the 3-0 demolition of Freiburg, ensuring the Villans ended their 30-year wait for a major trophy in style.

Xabi Alonso has backed Chelsea’s long-term vision after speaking publicly about his move to Stamford Bridge. The Spaniard dismissed concerns over the club’s absence from Champions League and described the role as a “beautiful project”.

Emiliano Martinez has revealed that his presence in Aston Villa's historic Europa League final victory was nearly derailed by a painful injury just minutes before kick-off. The Argentine shot-stopper managed to battle through the pain barrier in Istanbul to help the Villans end their 30-year wait for a major trophy.

When Barcelona won their seventh successive Liga F title last month, Alexia Putellas was reminded of the many doubts that were raised about her team prior to the season. Financial restraints produced serious obstacles in the transfer market and prevented the club from building the sort of squad one would hope for when competing on four fronts, leading many to wonder how they would fare this season, especially in the Champions League. That the Catalans are back in the final on Saturday and just one win away from a quadruple, then, is quite the rebuttal.

What was once unthinkable is about to become a reality for Manchester City, as Pep Guardiola prepares to call time on a glittering decade at the Etihad Stadium. The revered manager is widely expected to step down at the end of the season, bringing the curtain down on a revolutionary era for both City and the English game as a whole. It is an impossible act to follow, but former Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca is waiting in the wings.

For the fourth time in seven years, Lyon and Barcelona will go head-to-head in the Women's Champions League final on Saturday. The eight-time winners and three-time winners, respectively, are developing something of a rivalry in Europe's premier competition, with this season providing further support to the belief that they are the two best teams in the women's game right now.

As the 2025-26 Premier League season draws to a close, it's time to look back on what has been a campaign full of twists and turns. Arsenal eventually saw off the challenge of Manchester City to secure the title, but European places and the final berth in the relegation zone are still to be decided into the final day.

Mikel Arteta has delivered the Premier League title to Arsenal, while remaining in the hunt for Champions League glory, so is the Gunners boss now a top-five manager in world football? Philippe Senderos has explained to GOAL why the Spaniard, who has spent over six years in charge at Emirates Stadium, sits among the global coaching elite.

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery secured his fifth Europa League title after guiding Villa to victory in Istanbul. The Spaniard now joins an elite managerial group alongside Jose Mourinho and Carlo Ancelotti for major European final wins.

Aston Villa have ended their 30-year wait for a major trophy after a dominant 3-0 victory over Freiburg in the Europa League final. Following a night of celebration at the Besiktas Stadium, star striker Ollie Watkins has opened up on the tactical bravery that allowed the Villans to break down their German opponents.

A bidding war for Nicolo Tresoldi is looming: according to Sky, Atlético Madrid are now also in the running to sign the German Under-21 international striker.

Here it is—the World Cup squad, served in bite-sized pieces: much like the scavenger hunt ahead of the European Championship on home soil, Julian Nagelsmann is also revealing his squad for this summer's World Cup one player at a time.

Lennart Karl made his big breakthrough at FC Bayern last season and is now set to travel to the World Cup with the German national team. Yet his path could have taken a very different turn.

Brian Gutierrez’s growing role, Raul Rangel’s No. 1 case, and Edson Alvarez’s fitness are among the key storylines as Mexico face Ghana in Puebla on Friday. GOAL looks at five keys to watch in El Tri’s first pre-World Cup friendly.

World Cup fans could face some of the highest game-day costs at Levi’s Stadium, MetLife Stadium and SoFi Stadium, adding to already expensive tickets. Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif., ranked as the most expensive of the 16 venues, with fans spending $34.24 for one beer and one basic meal, according to new research by SeatPick.

Maurizio Sarri is in line for a breathtaking return to Napoli as president Aurelio De Laurentiis moves quickly to secure a successor for the outgoing Antonio Conte. The ex-Chelsea manager, who remains a legendary figure in Naples for his revolutionary brand of football, has been offered a multi-year deal to once again lead the Partenopei.

Southampton have lost their appeal against expulsion from the Championship play-off final following the recent spying scandal. An EFL arbitration panel upheld the initial decision to remove the club from the play-offs, meaning Middlesbrough will now replace them to face Hull City at Wembley this Saturday, with a lucrative spot in the Premier League at stake.

FC Bayern Munich are reportedly eyeing a spectacular move in the transfer market.

Enrique Riquelme has suggested that the upcoming presidential elections could be the final time members have a say in the club's future. The businessman warned that a transition toward privatisation looms over the Spanish giants unless a viable alternative to the current board's direction is established.

SC Freiburg may not have impressed the international press on the pitch, but they certainly did so in the stands. Moreover, a new king was crowned on that final night in Istanbul.

Nice’s president has admitted that the French Cup is not a priority, as they have a Ligue 1 play-off awaiting in four days. Lens face a distracted opponent.

Chelsea secured their top-half position following Tuesday’s 2-1 win over Spurs. Below them, Everton have a serious chance at clinching 10th place.

Europe’s top club will be crowned in just over a week as favourites PSG face Arsenal in the Champions League final.

Serie A and La Liga title races are done. European spots are settled. Still, dead rubbers don't mean dead football. Four matches are set for goals.

Youri Tielemans, Emiliano Buendia and Morgan Rogers all scored great goals as Aston Villa claimed their first major honour in three decades by defeating Freiburg 3-0 in the Europa League final on Wednesday night. Unai Emery's men had gone into the game in Istanbul as heavy favourites - not least because their Spanish coach had already lifted the trophy four times - and, towards the tail end of a tense first half, they underlined their vastly superior quality with two sensational strikes.

Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker is reportedly eager to join Juventus this summer, even if the Italian giants fail to qualify for next season's Champions League. The Brazilian shot-stopper remains fully committed to the Turin club's rebuilding project and is prepared to accept Europa League football as he seeks a Serie A return from Anfield.

Barcelona star Gavi has sparked a fresh row between Spain's two biggest clubs by questioning how Real Madrid handled a physical altercation between Aurelien Tchouameni and Federico Valverde. The Spain international suggested that Los Blancos failed to uphold proper discipline by allowing the players to feature immediately after the incident.

Pau Cubarsi has outlined his ultimate goal to become the main leader of Barcelona's defence. The 19-year-old insists the squad firmly back Hansi Flick's high-risk tactics, despite a costly red card contributing to a quarter-final exit. As the domestic season concludes, the teenager is eager to secure a starting spot with the Spain national team for the upcoming World Cup.